Muhammad Zubyr Soomro
Director/Board Member at EFG HOLDING COMPANY
Profile
Muhammad Zubyr Soomro currently works at EFG Holding SAE, as Independent Non-Executive Director from 2017, Sarmaya E Pakistan Ltd., as Director from 2019, Acumen Fund, Inc., as Advisor, The Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust, as Member-Governors Board, and Systems Ltd., as Independent Directo from 2023.
Mr. Soomro also formerly worked at National Bank of Pakistan, as Chairman from 2019 to 2022, United Bank Ltd., as Chairman & President from 1997 to 2000, Pakistan Banks' Association, as Chairman from 1999 to 2003, Pakistan Banks' Association, as Chairman from 2004 to 2007, Karachi Stock Exchange, as Chairman from 2010 to 2011, United National Bank Ltd., as Chairman, Pakistan Microfinance Investment Co. Ltd., as Chairman from 2016 to 2018, Pakistan Gum & Chemicals Ltd., as Independent Non-Executive Director, State Bank of Pakistan, as Director from 2016 to 2019, Grameen Foundation USA, as Director, Grameen Foundation USA, as Director from 2015 to 2019, Acumen Fund Pakistan, as Director, Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund, as Director from 2015 to 2016, Aitchison College, as Director, Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture, as Director, American Business Council, as President, The American Business Council of Pakistan, as President, Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan, as Member-Policy Board, and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry, as President.
Mr. Soomro received his graduate degree in 1971 from School of Oriental & African Studies and undergraduate degree in 1970 from London School of Economics & Political Science.
Muhammad Zubyr Soomro active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| EFG HOLDING COMPANY | Director/Board Member | 2017-04-26 |
| SYSTEMS LIMITED | Director/Board Member | 2023-11-30 |
Acumen Fund, Inc.
 Acumen Fund, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Acumen Fund, Inc (Acumen Fund) is a venture capital firm founded in 2001 by Jacqueline Novogratz. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Consultant / Advisor | - |
| Sarmaya E Pakistan Ltd. | Director/Board Member | 2019-02-28 |
| The Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Former positions of Muhammad Zubyr Soomro
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
United National Bank Ltd.
 United National Bank Ltd. Major BanksFinance Part of Bestway Group Ltd., United National Bank Ltd. is a banking institution that provides retail and wholesale banking services, treasury, money transfer services, and finance facilities to individuals and businesses of all sizes. The company is based in London, UK, and its flagship product is the UBL ACE Current Account, which offers a convenient way to manage everyday banking. For further information, customers can get in touch with the British company. Founded in 2001, the company focuses on offering personalized banking services that cater to the specific needs of its customers. | Chairman | 2022-09-30 |
| NATIONAL BANK OF PAKISTAN | Chairman | 2022-04-16 |
Grameen Foundation USA
 Grameen Foundation USA Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Grameen Foundation USA provides microfinance to aid underprivileged communities. It offers access to essential financial services and information on agriculture, health, and assistance. The company was founded by Alex Counts in 1997 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Director/Board Member | 2019-03-31 |
State Bank of Pakistan
 State Bank of Pakistan General GovernmentGovernment State Bank of Pakistan provides banking and financial services. Its services include mortgage and payment processing, loan application, credit card application, accounting solutions, tax preparation, financial analysis, insurance and payroll processing services to its clients. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. | Director/Board Member | 2019-03-31 |
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Training of Muhammad Zubyr Soomro
| London School of Economics & Political Science | Undergraduate Degree |
| School of Oriental & African Studies | Graduate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 4 |
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| EFG HOLDING COMPANY | Finance |
| UNITED BANK LIMITED | Finance |
| NATIONAL BANK OF PAKISTAN | Finance |
| SYSTEMS LIMITED | Technology Services |
| Private companies | 16 |
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Pakistan Gum & Chemicals Ltd.
 Pakistan Gum & Chemicals Ltd. Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Pakistan Gum & Chemicals Ltd. engages in the production and sale of guar gum and other related products. It produces guar gum, splits and meal. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. | Process Industries |
American Business Council
 American Business Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services American Business Council operates as a business association. The non-profit company is based in Bethlehem, PA. | Commercial Services |
Pakistan Banks' Association
 Pakistan Banks' Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Pakistan Banks' Association represents the Pakistan banking industry. It also provides banking training services. The company was founded on March 31, 1953 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. | Commercial Services |
Pakistan Microfinance Investment Co. Ltd.
 Pakistan Microfinance Investment Co. Ltd. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Pakistan Microfinance Investment Co. Ltd. provides financing and advisory services. The private company is based in Islamabad, Pakistan. | Finance |
| The Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust | |
Karachi Stock Exchange
 Karachi Stock Exchange Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of Pakistan Stock Exchange Ltd., Karachi Stock Exchange is a stock exchange. The company is based in Karachi, Pakistan. | Finance |
Grameen Foundation USA
Grameen Foundation USA Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Grameen Foundation USA provides microfinance to aid underprivileged communities. It offers access to essential financial services and information on agriculture, health, and assistance. The company was founded by Alex Counts in 1997 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Health Services |
| Acumen Fund Pakistan | |
State Bank of Pakistan
State Bank of Pakistan General GovernmentGovernment State Bank of Pakistan provides banking and financial services. Its services include mortgage and payment processing, loan application, credit card application, accounting solutions, tax preparation, financial analysis, insurance and payroll processing services to its clients. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. | Government |
| Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund | |
The American Business Council of Pakistan
 The American Business Council of Pakistan Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Business Council of Pakistan is a group that promotes American business interests and prosperity in Pakistan. The council is based in Karachi, Pakistan. The Pakistani company has been facilitating trade and investment since 1984 and have over 60 member companies, including Fortune 500 companies. The council offers advocacy, alliance, awareness, and solutions for success. The non-profit company aims to unlock new avenues and realms of possibilities for businesses. | Commercial Services |
| Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan | Government |
Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry
 Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a business organization based in Karachi, Pakistan. The Pakistani company's main focus is on promoting and facilitating foreign investment in Pakistan. The CEO of the non-profit company is Muhammad Abdul Aleem. | Commercial Services |
| Sarmaya E Pakistan Ltd. | |
Acumen Fund, Inc.
Acumen Fund, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Acumen Fund, Inc (Acumen Fund) is a venture capital firm founded in 2001 by Jacqueline Novogratz. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Finance |
United National Bank Ltd.
United National Bank Ltd. Major BanksFinance Part of Bestway Group Ltd., United National Bank Ltd. is a banking institution that provides retail and wholesale banking services, treasury, money transfer services, and finance facilities to individuals and businesses of all sizes. The company is based in London, UK, and its flagship product is the UBL ACE Current Account, which offers a convenient way to manage everyday banking. For further information, customers can get in touch with the British company. Founded in 2001, the company focuses on offering personalized banking services that cater to the specific needs of its customers. | Finance |
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