Shafiat Sobhan
Vice Chairman of the Bashundhara Group in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Shafiat Sobhan, an influential business leader in Bangladesh, was educated in the United Kingdom and now holds the position of Vice Chairman at Bashundhara Group. He also serves on the company’s Board of Directors. He is a leading shareholder and director across the group’s diverse ventures, which include LP gas, food and beverage, trading, and entertainment operations. His management role encompasses agriculture, horticulture, industrial projects, oversight of the Bashundhara and East-West Special Economic Zones, and the Sundarbans Industrial Complex.
After joining Bashundhara Group, he quickly rose to prominence within the company, securing roles as Vice Chairman and Board Director. These positions have allowed him to fully utilize his expansive skill set and deep knowledge base, overseeing critical areas like HR development, finance, investment management, and business strategy and implementation.
Under his leadership, the group has undergone significant expansions, particularly in the LP gas, shipping, and engineering sectors. He led the launch of Bangladesh’s first automated LP gas cylinder production facility and initiated critical new projects in the food and beverage, shipping, and logistics sectors. His initiatives have significantly broadened the group’s operational reach, including new endeavors in entertainment and sports.
His management skills and visionary leadership have significantly improved the company's various business units' operational performance and market position. His strategies have enhanced production capabilities and expanded the market shares of these units, positioning the group as a leader in multiple sectors.
His professional accomplishments have been recognized both locally and internationally. He is a member of the FBCCI's LPG Operators Association of Bangladesh and served on the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industries Board of Directors in 2015. His global recognitions include receiving the United States Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition in 2011 and being named ‘Most Influential Retail Leader’ by Business Tabloid in 2021.
Shafiat Sobhan's leadership has been pivotal in transforming Bashundhara Group from a real estate venture into a diversified multinational conglomerate, demonstrating his effective management and strategic foresight. As Bashundhara Group continues to expand under his guidance, he remains a key figure in driving the company toward future success and innovation.