Professional Biography
Ahmed Saifuddin Chowdhury is a seasoned leader in Bangladesh’s non-life insurance industry with over 38 years of professional experience. He joined BGIC in 1986 and has served in roles including Accounts In-charge, Zonal Head, Additional Managing Director (Operations), and Company Secretary. He has been CEO of BGIC since 2013, guiding the company with strategic insight and operational excellence.
Mr. Chowdhury holds a B.Com (Hons) and M.Com in Management from the University of Chittagong and an MBA in Marketing. His expertise includes marketing, underwriting, claims management, reinsurance, accounts, branch operations, and corporate administration. He has contributed significantly to industry development as a Member of the Accident & Miscellaneous Risk Subcommittee of IDRA (2013–2021) and as a Technical Committee Member of BIA (2011–2024).
He has received multiple recognitions, including the prestigious Melvin Jones Fellowship and awards as one of the Top Ten Insurance Personalities. He actively contributes to national newspapers on insurance sector reforms and development.
Articles & Contributions
- "Non-Life Insurance need to come to non-tariff market", Financial Express, 5 October, 2022...
- "Non-Life Bima Khatke Shusringkol Korar Sujug Acha", Prothom Alo, 31 October, 2022...
- "Some realistic thoughts on developing non-life insurance sector", Daily Observer, 18 August, 2023...
- "Non-Life Bima Shilpa Vabna", Jugantor, 9 August, 2023...
- "A review of Act Liability Motor Insurance", Daily Observer, 12 November, 2024...
Professional & Social Affiliations
- Permanent member of Chittagong Club Ltd., Chittagong
- Permanent member of Chittagong Metropolitan Shooting Club, Chittagong
- Permanent member of Mainamati Golf and Country Club, Comilla Cantonment
- Life member of Chittagong Diabetic Association
- Life member of Chattogram Heart Foundation, Chattogram
- Live member of Jalalabad Association, Dhaka
- Live member of Chittagong Lions Foundation
- Chartered Member, Lions Club International District 315-B4
- Life member of Chittagong University Management Association
- Life Member, Chittagong Jalalabad Association
- Life Member, Chittagong College Ex-Student Association
- Life Member, Chittagong University Alumni Association
- Life Member, Ex-Chittagong University Student Club, Dhaka
Through dedicated leadership and ethical business practices, Ahmed Saifuddin Chowdhury continues to strengthen BGIC’s growth, governance, and industry standing.
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