Multimode Group

lly started off in the shipping industry, but has since diversified its portfolio to include a host of other business ventures. Multimode's business strategy has always been the continual progress of existing operations and a steady search for new ventures. Today, Multimode Group has presence in: Agriculture, Automobiles, Chemicals, Energy, Entertainment, FMCG, Hospitality, Information Technology, Investments, Real Estate and is continuing its diversification and consolidation in different industries. Corporate Management:

Abdul Awal Mintoo:

Abdul Awal Mintoo was born in 1949 in Aleyarpur, a small and remote village in the Feni district of Bangladesh. He belongs to a family of landowners who initiated his primary education in the village school. Abdul Awal Mintoo began his career aspiring to be a ship captain. However, in the 1980s, after completing his bachelors and masters degrees he turned to business. Since the very start, he has achieved outstanding success as a leading entrepreneur of Bangladesh. Mintoo completed his BSc in 1973 with a degree in Marine Transportation Science from the State University of New York. He followed that with a Master's degree in Transportation Management and Advance Chartering Problems and Arbitration. He returned to Bangladesh in 1981, and since then has involved himself with various businesses and industrial establishments. Career

Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo is involved in various businesses including manufacturing, information technology, energy, agriculture and biotechnology, finance, insurance, FMCG, hotel/resorts and various other enterprises. Abdul Awal Mintoo is the CEO of Multimode Group and also sits on the board of various enterprises, social associations and institutions. Below is a table of some of the positions he holds. Name of Organization Nature of Business Position
Multimode Limited Distribution of Microsoft, Red Hat/Linux Products. Involved in remittance via Western Union. Chairman
A & A Investment Limited Investment in real estate, land development, shares. Managing Director
NFM Limited Investment in mineral resources, power generation, land procurement and development. Managing Director
Multimode Transport Consultants Limited Automobiles Distributorship / Shipping /Chartering Managing Director
M F Consumers Limited Marketing and sole distribution of (i) Johnson & Johnson Products in Bangladesh
(ii) CavinKare Bangladesh Pvt. Chairman
HeidelbergCement Bangladesh Ltd. Cement clinker grinding and quality cement manufacturing Director
Dulamia Cotton Spinning Mills Ltd. Manufacturing of quality yarn Advisor
Kay & Que (Bangladesh) Ltd. Manufacturing of carbon rods for drycell battery, CNG Station, chemicals Advisor
East West Seed (Bangladesh) Limited OP and Hybrid Vegetable seeds production, processing and research Chairman
North South Seed Ltd. OP and Hybrid seed production, processing and marketing Director
Pragati Insurance Ltd. General Insurance (one of the largest private general insurance company in the Bangladesh) Chairman
Pragati Life Insurance Ltd. Life Insurance Director
National Bank Ltd. One of the largest private banks in Bangladesh. Past Chairman
Jamuna Resort Limited An unique and modern resort and recreation facility Chairman


In addition to his business ventures and positions, Mr. Mintoo, has been active in the following organizaitons:

The Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI)- Vice President (2005-2006)
SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry
European Economic Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry (EEIG)
The Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI)- President (2003-2005) (1998-2000)
Bangladesh Association of Banks (BAB) –Chairman (1997-1999)
Bangladesh Employer's Federation- President (1997-1999)
Bangladesh Ocean Going Ship Owners Association- Chairman (1988-2000)
Bangladesh India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BICCI) Chairman
Bangladesh Seed Merchants Association Adviser
Bangladesh Marine Fisheries Association EC Member (1992-1995)
Bangladesh Olympic Association- Vice President


Major Business Achievements

Mr. Mintoo has been credited for playing a significant role in the development of Bangladesh. Starting with encouraging remittances through formal channels, which contributes significantly to the development of the country by bringing Western Union to Bangladesh, to promoting agricultural sustainability and increased productivity through Lal Teer Seeds Ltd. and its pioneering efforts and development of seeds that now are the chosen product of majority of farmers throughout the country. Additionally, he helped introduce one of the first privately held banks, National Bank Ltd. in Bangladesh which encouraged private sector investments and helped meet the daily needs of people. His career and activities, each step of the way, is exemplified as one that has and continues to help towards the greater growth and development of the nation. For his leadership, he was elected twice as the President of Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry and has been recognized through numerous awards. Nasreen Fatema Awal:

Mrs. Nasreen Fatema Awal, wife of Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, is a Director of Multimode Group. Among various other achievements, she is the Founding President of the Women Entrepreuners Association of Bangladesh (WEAB) for which she was recognized as a CIP. Education

Mrs. Awal graduated from Herbert Lehman High School, Bronx, New York in 1976. She completed an Associate course under Manhattan University, New York. Later in 2003, she attended a program in ‘Strategic Perspectives in Non-Profit Management’ at Harvard Business School. Career

Ms. Nasreen Awal has been associated with business and entrepreneurship for over 12 years. The positions she has held have been listed in the table below. Name of Organization Nature of Business Position
Multimode Limited Information Technology, Remittance. Director
M F Consumers Ltd. Distribution of Johnson & Johnson, Cavinkare products. Managing Director
Joongbo Multimode Chemicals Ltd. Manufacturers of P.E. Foam Managing Director
East West Seed (BD) Ltd. OP and Hybrid Seed production, processing and research Director
Kay & Que (BD) Ltd. Manufacturers of Carbon Rods for Dry cells, Tar, CNG Station, Chemical distribution Director
A & A Investment Ltd. Investment in Real Estate and shares Director
NFM Limited Real Estate, investment in the energy sector Director
Pragati Insurance Ltd. General Insurance Sponsor


She has also been active in the following organizaitons:

Women Entrepreneurs Association of Bangladesh (WEAB)- President (Founder President)
Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce & Industry
SAARC Chamber Women Entrepreneurs Council
Mintoo Nasreen Trust
Dhaka American Women's Club
National Association for Resource Improvement (NARI)
Dagonbhuiyan Girls High School
Shahjahan Bhuiyan Memorial School - Chairman
United Nations Women's Club

Tabith Mohammed Awal:

Tabith Mohammed Awal currently serves as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) of Multimode Group. The eldest son of Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and Masters of Science from George Washington University, USA. It is under his active leadership that Multimode Group has achieved a 100% increase in profitability over the past three years alone. He sits on the board of all Multimode Group and associate concerns. Tafsir Mohammed Awal:

Tafsir Mohammed Awal currently serves as the Director of Multimode Group, and is actively involved in operational aspects of the Groups concerns. He has a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications and a Master of Science in Entrepreneurial Management from the European School of Business, London, UK. He sits on the board of majority of Multimode Group concerns, and under his leadership the Automobile and IT division have experienced a 200% growth in the last three years alone. For his achievement, he has won the Young Entrepreneurs Award of Bangladesh in 2006. Tajwar Mohammed Awal:

Tajwar Mohammed Awal is the youngest son of Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo and is a Director of Multimode Group. Currently, he is completing his Bachelor’s degree at Suffolk University, USA. Having completed his Masters degree, he will join the corporate management team of Multimode Group in an active manner and plans to be involved in various business development and expansion aspects of the Group’s operations. OUR COMPANIES:

A & A Investment. BETTS R & H
Dulamia Cotton Spinning Mills
Joongbo Multimode Chemicals
Kay & Que (Bangladesh)
Lal Teer
M F Consumers
Multimode
MultiSourcing
Multimode Transport Consultants
NFM

CSR:

Mintoo Nasreen Trust
Dagonbhuiyan Girls High School
Panther Social
Iqbal Memorial College
Ataturk High School
Badrunessa School
Shahjahan Bhuiyan Memorial School

Associates:

Jamuna Resort Limited
National Bank Limited
Pragati Insurance Ltd
Pragati Life Insurance Ltd