Meet Our Leaders | Dawlance

Umar Ahsan Khan is the visionary Chief Executive Officer at Dawlance, where his strategic leadership and industry expertise have redefined the consumer appliance landscape. With over three decades of experience, Mr. Khan's journey began at the London School of Economics & Political Science in 1990, leading to a remarkable career at ICI Pakistan Limited, one of Pakistan's industrial giants. In 2010, he joined Dawlance as the Chief Financial Officer & Director Finance, later becoming the Chief Operating Officer at Thal Engineering in 2014, before returning as CEO in 2019. His transformative leadership has propelled Dawlance to new heights, emphasizing customer-centricity, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology, earning the company numerous awards and accolades under his stewardship.

Umar Ahsan Khan
CEO

Farhan Akram serves as the astute Chief Financial Officer at Dawlance, bringing with him a wealth of financial expertise and a distinguished career spanning over two decades. A Chartered Accountant by profession, Mr. Akram commenced his professional journey in 1995 at EY, where he honed his financial acumen during a six-year tenure. His dedication and proficiency led to secondments at EY's offices in Bahrain and the United Kingdom, expanding his global outlook. During his time at EY, his focus remained centred on banking, non-banking financial institutions, and insurance companies. Subsequently, Mr. Akram assumed pivotal roles in Finance, Accounting, and Audit at various local and multinational manufacturing entities, including Engro, ICI Pakistan, and Thal Limited. His leadership and financial stewardship continue to play a pivotal role in Dawlance's financial excellence.

Farhan Akram
CFO

Syed Hasan Jameel is the accomplished Chief Marketing Officer at Dawlance, bringing a profound understanding of marketing and an illustrious career spanning over three decades. Graduating in Electrical Engineering from NED University of Engineering and Technology and holding an MBA from IBA Karachi, Mr. Jameel's journey began as a Production Engineer at Atlas Batteries Limited in 1992. His career trajectory ascended as he spent seven years at Adamjee Diesel Engineering Pakistan Limited before joining Dawlance in October 2000 as the Head of Marketing. Over the past 19 years at Dawlance, Mr. Jameel has held various senior roles in Marketing and Sales, consistently driving innovation and excellence in these functions.

Syed Hasan Jameel
CMO

Sharjeel Baig is a dedicated professional with a career spanning over 15 years at Dawlance, where he has made significant contributions across multiple facets of the organization. His journey began in November 2005 when he joined Dawlance as a Trainee Engineer after graduating in Mechanical Engineering from U.E.T. Peshawar. Mr. Baig's commitment to continuous growth led him to obtain a Master of Engineering degree from NED University of Engineering and Technology and an MBA from BIZTEK Karachi. Throughout his tenure at Dawlance, he has held diverse roles in Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Customer Service, showcasing his versatility and unwavering dedication. Notably, Mr. Baig is a Certified Supply Chain Professional from APICS Northern Colorado.

Sharjeel Baig
Director Sales

Muhammad Ahmad Khan is a seasoned professional with a career spanning 27 years and a diverse range of expertise. Joining Dawlance in October 2006 as Senior Manager Quality Assurance, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to excellence. A gold medallist in Industrial Engineering from NED University of Engineering and Technology, Mr. Khan's professional journey began as a Planning Engineer at Zelin Private Limited. He subsequently contributed to the General Tyre and Rubber Company of Pakistan Limited.

Mr. Khan's extensive experience encompasses Human Resources, Manufacturing, Quality Management, and Change Management. He is not only a Certified Quality Professional from NED University of Engineering and Technology but also holds certifications as a Human Resource Professional from the Pakistan Institute of Management and as a Certified Change Management Practitioner from Prosci. His leadership and diverse skill set have been instrumental in driving growth and transformation within the organization.

Muhammad Ahmad Khan
Director HR

Ameen Ahmad is a distinguished professional with a remarkable journey at Dawlance spanning over two decades. His dedicated career began in August 1995 when he joined Dawlance as a Trainee Engineer. Holding a BE in Computer Systems Engineering from NED University of Engineering & Technology and an MBA from Florida Green University, Mr. Ahmed's early contributions in the Quality Assurance Department at Dawlance Service Centre in 1995 laid the foundation for his illustrious career.

In January 1996, he assumed a pivotal role in the same department at the DPL-1 Plant in Karachi, where he played an instrumental role in achieving ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Certification. Over the years, Mr. Ahmed's journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence as he held key positions in various departments, including Quality, R&D, Production, and Technologies.

In 2011, he ascended to the position of Plant Manager for DPL-1 & DPL-2, and in 2012, he assumed the role of Plant Manager URIL. In 2017, he returned to Karachi in the capacity of Head of Production and Technologies, setting the stage for his current role as Director Operations.

Mr. Ameen Ahmad's enduring commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence continues to be a driving force behind Dawlance's success.

Ameen Ahmad
Director Production

Harun Bingöl is a visionary leader with a wealth of experience in the field of technology and innovation. Joining Dawlance in June 2019 as the Director of Technologies, Mr. Bingöl's journey in engineering and technology commenced with his graduation in Aircraft Engineering from The Istanbul Technical University in Turkey. His professional odyssey began in October 1994 as a Specialist at Inmak Machine in Turkey, followed by a stint at Micron Collective. However, his true calling was realized when he joined Arcelik in 1997 as a Product Development Engineer.

Over the course of 22 years at Arcelik, Mr. Bingöl's career flourished as he held various pivotal roles in Production and Research & Development (R&D). His unwavering dedication culminated in his position as the Group Manager of R&D at Arcelik before embarking on a new chapter as an expatriate leader at Dawlance in 2019. Mr. Bingöl's extensive expertise and forward-thinking approach continue to drive technological advancements and innovation at Dawlance.

Harun Bingöl
Director Technology

Asim Rais is an accomplished leader with an illustrious career spanning over 12 years at Dawlance. He embarked on his journey with the company in July 2007, assuming the role of DGM Planning. Holding a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Philippines and an MBA from the Pakistan Institute of Management, Mr. Rais' professional path began as a Quality Manager at Management & Marketing Co. in Saudi Arabia. He then returned to Pakistan in 2001 and joined Thal Engineering, where he served as Senior Manager Plant for six years before making his mark at Dawlance.

Throughout his tenure at Dawlance, Mr. Rais has held diverse senior roles in the domains of Planning and Supply Chain, consistently driving operational excellence. His dedication to quality and efficiency is underscored by his memberships in prestigious organizations such as the Pakistan Engineering Council, ASQ-World headquarters, and the Institution of Engineers, Pakistan. Furthermore, Mr. Rais is a Certified Assessor by IQCS Singapore and an Associate at the Institute of Quality Assurance.

His leadership and commitment continue to play a pivotal role in enhancing Dawlance's supply chain operations.

Asim Rais
Director Supply Chain

Nasir Khan is an exceptional leader with a distinguished career marked by a relentless commitment to quality and excellence. His journey with Dawlance began in January 2020 when he assumed the role of Director Corporate Quality. A graduate in Mechanical Engineering from George Brown College in Canada, Nasir's professional odyssey commenced as a Process Engineer at Megna Incorporation, a prominent automotive supplier in Canada.

In 2003, he joined Dawlance as Deputy Manager R&D, contributing significantly to the company's research and development endeavors. Subsequently, Mr. Khan embarked on a decade-long tenure at Thal Engineering, where he held various pivotal roles. His extensive expertise is underlined by certifications as a lead auditor of various ISO management systems, including IATF16949, 9001, 45001, and 14001. Additionally, he holds the distinction of being a Six Sigma Green Belt and a certified trainer in QC Tools & ISO Management Systems.

Mr. Nasir Khan's unwavering dedication to quality assurance and his diverse skill set continue to drive Dawlance's commitment to excellence.

Nasir Khan
Director Quality