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Ishtiak Ahmed

International Trade, Finance & Supply Chain Specialist — Sustainability-Driven Leader
Espoo, Uusimaa 02760, Finland • Open to relocate • Driving license
ahmedishtiak293@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/ishtiak3107
Phone: +358 44 246 XXXX
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Professional Summary

Accomplished international trade, finance, and supply chain specialist with 21+ years of experience in cross-border operations, regulatory compliance, and sustainable finance. Expert in managing trade portfolios exceeding €1.56 billion, leading initiatives such as the Green Transformation Fund, and implementing compliance and logistics optimizations. Recently completed a Master’s in International Business Management (JAMK, Finland), focused on sustainability, circular economy, and global policy. Seeking to apply expertise in trade compliance, supply chain, and ESG-aligned finance roles.

Professional Experience

Export Import Bank of Bangladesh PLC — Vice President, Commercial Banking

2003 – 2024
  • Managed international trade operations > €1.56 billion annually; contributed to €52.6M operating profit (2023).
  • Led the Green Transformation Fund disbursements (USD 36.45M, EUR 12.26M) to support sustainable industrial imports.
  • Supervised a 10-member team, improving productivity by 25% through process improvements and training.
  • Maintained 100% central-bank audit compliance for five consecutive years and resolved 95%+ client complaints within SLA.

Research & Teaching

Academic Internship — JAMK University of Applied Sciences

Jan – Feb 2025
  • Conducted qualitative research and developed teaching cases on sustainability and economic growth.
  • Published thesis: The Impact of Slowbalization on the Sustainability of the Ready-Made Garments Industry in Bangladesh (Theseus.fi, 2025).

EXIM Bank Training & Research Academy (EBTRA)

  • Delivered training for 100+ staff on trade finance, compliance, and operational best practices.

Education & Certifications

  • Master’s in International Business Management — JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Finland, 2025 (Grade 4/5)
  • MBA (Finance & Banking) — International Islamic University Chittagong, 2007
  • Certified Documentary Credit Specialist (CDCS) — LIBF / ICC
  • Certified in Occupational Safety (Työturvallisuuskortti), Finland (2025–2030)

Conferences & Workshops

  • International Conference on Sustainable Business, Innovation & Responsible Management — 2025
  • Asia-Pacific Conference on Financing Inclusive & Sustainable Development — 2019
  • Forum on Regional Integration & Sustainable Development — 2017