PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A dynamic entrepreneur and community leader with over 15 years of experience across the hospitality, media, and political sectors. Proven track record in business ownership and management, complemented by a strong commitment to public service and charitable initiatives. Recognized by the NSW Parliament as a "Pandemic Hero" for exceptional community support.

 

BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Director | Maksuda Catering June 2015 – Present

• Oversee strategic operations, business development, and financial management for a premier catering service.

• Manage large-scale logistics and client relations within the Sydney metropolitan area.

Owner | Nobanno Restaurant Lakemba, NSW

• Strategic lead for a well-known local establishment, focusing on brand growth, culinary excellence, and community engagement.

Director | Food Mystery September 2019 – April 2020

• Led business operations and market positioning during the startup phase.

Presenter & Talk Show Host | Suprovat Sydney (YouTube Live) 1 Year

• Engage with the community on current affairs, business, and social issues, enhancing public discourse for the Bangladeshi-Australian diaspora.

 

POLITICAL & ADVISORY ROLES

• Liberal Candidate | New South Wales Parliament Election (State Seat of Granville)

• Council Candidate | Canterbury-Bankstown Council (Bankstown Ward)

• Former Member | Australia Bangladesh Business Council (ABBC)

 

COMMUNITY & CHARITY LEADERSHIP

Pandemic Hero Award Received from the NSW Parliament

• Honored for extraordinary service and dedication to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Active Contributor & Volunteer:

• Food for People: Leading initiatives to provide meals to those in need.

• Lighthouse Community Support: Providing essential social services and advocacy for vulnerable populations.

 

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Diploma in Accounting (2007) Australian Institute of Commerce and Language – Sydney, Australia

Certificate III in Hospitality and Commercial Cookery (2007) Sydney International College of Business – Sydney, Australia

Higher Secondary Certificate (H.S.C) (2003) Notre Dame College – Dhaka, Bangladesh

Secondary School Certificate (S.S.C) (2001) Farackabad High School – Chandpur, Bangladesh

 

SKILLS

• Leadership: Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Crisis Management.

• Business: Financial Oversight, Hospitality Management, Marketing & PR.

• Community: Policy Advocacy, Fundraising, Intercultural Communication.