CAL Bangladesh has appointed Tahmidur Rahman as its Head of Business as the capital markets and investment services group seeks to expand its presence and client base in Bangladesh.
In his new role, Rahman will lead the company's business development, client engagement and market expansion initiatives, according to a press release.
He will focus on expanding access to CAL's capital market and financial solutions among a broader range of clients across the country.
Rahman brings more than a decade of experience in stockbroking, equity and economic research, portfolio management, institutional sales and the digital transformation of customer service delivery.
He will work with retail and institutional investors, corporations, high-net-worth individuals and other market participants to strengthen awareness of CAL's research-driven and client-focused services.
Deshan Pushparajah, CFA, Country Head of CAL Bangladesh, said Rahman's experience in institutional sales, market development and client relationship management would help strengthen the company's presence and deepen its relationships with clients.
“As we continue to grow in Bangladesh, our focus is on bringing clients the full breadth of CAL's capabilities, connecting opportunities across multiple asset classes with wealth management and investment banking solutions to provide a holistic approach to their financial needs,” he said.
Rahman said he was honoured to join CAL Bangladesh at an important stage of its growth.
“My priority will be to deepen our engagement with the Bangladeshi market, build lasting client relationships and ensure that more investors and institutions understand the value, expertise and opportunities CAL offers,” he said.
The appointment is part of CAL's broader strategy to strengthen its presence in Bangladesh and establish a platform for future expansion across South Asia and selected frontier markets, the press release said.
CAL, which operates in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Singapore, provides capital markets, financial advisory, wealth management, research and stockbroking services.
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