Speakers

Jonathan Barber, IFA Executive Director - UK

Jonathan joined the IFA in 2012 and has over 25 years’ experience working with accountants in business and practice, from SMEs to Big 4 firms. He is passionate about the vital role SMEs and SMPs play at every level of the economy. Jonathan holds a Business Studies degree from Leeds Business School.

Abdul Shakoor, CMA (US), FFA, Regional Director – Pakistan

Syed Shabbar Zaidi, Former Chairman, Federal Board of Revenue 

Mr. Zaidi is a well know finance professional, He has served as Chairman Federal Board of Revenue, Provincial Minister for Finance, Board of Revenue and Excise & Taxation and as partner AF Ferguson & Co Pakistan. 

Dr. Wasif Ali Memon, Chairman, Sindh Revenue Board

Dr. Wasif Ali Memon is the current Chairman of the Sindh Revenue Board, brings commendable leadership and a wealth of experience to his role with over 30 years of service in various capacities.

Veqar-ul-Islam, CEO, Jaffar Business Systems

Veqar ul Islam is a seasoned corporate leader, entrepreneur and technology executive with more than three decades of leadership experience across Pakistan, the Middle East, Africa and other international markets. His career spans enterprise technology, telecommunications, fintech, digital transformation and business building, with senior leadership roles at some of the world’s leading technology organizations. Prior to joining Jaffer Group, Veqar held several senior executive positions internationally, including Senior Vice President for the Middle East and Africa and Member of the Global Executive Board at Comptel Corporation, Vice President and Sub-Region Head for the Middle East, Gulf and Pakistan at Nokia Siemens Networks, Country Director for Pakistan and Afghanistan at Nokia Networks, and Managing Director of NCR Corporation for Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Muhammad Raza FCA, ACA (England and Wales), ADIT (U.K), Partner, AF Ferguson & Co

Raza is having around 24 years of direct and indirect tax advisory, compliance and appellate services for large national and multinational clients in Pakistan.
He is currently responsible for tax services to variety of industries, comprising of clients in Power Sector, telecommunication, FMCGs, Oil Marketing, Financial Sector, Mining and EPC Projects.

Abdul Qadir Memon

Qadir is Currently serving as Patron of Pakistan Tax Bar Association Academy, Director of Institute of Financial Markets of Pakistan, Member of Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee formed by Federal Board of Revenue and Member of Policy Advisory Board of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI).

M. Muzammil Hemani (FCA, LLB, ADIT-UK), Partner Tax & Legal Services, Hemani & Associates

Muzammil is working as Partner – Tax & Legal Services at Hemani & Associates, he helps businesses manage tax risks, plan structures, and meet regulatory requirements in Pakistan. A Fellow Chartered Accountant with an LLB and ADIT-UK, he specializes in corporate and international tax, cross-border transactions, group restructuring, tax disputes, and startup advisory. Their approach emphasizes practical, compliant tax planning that supports sustainable growth.

Muhammad Imran Khalil, Chief Financial Officer, Engro Fertalizers

Imran Khalil is a Chartered Accountant having around 25 years of work experience in senior roles of audit, finance and organisational transformation.

Specializes in Leadership and team management, Strong communication and presentation

Andaleeb Dawood, Senior GM Service Delivery & HR at Decibel HCM

Business and people leader with 15+ years of experience across HR, Service Delivery, Technology, Finance, and Business Operations. As Senior GM– Service Delivery & HR at Decibel HRMS, I lead at the intersection of people, technology, and customer experience, driving operational excellence, strengthening enterprise client relationships, and building high-performing teams.