Board of directors
Sulaiman is the Chief Executive Officer at TPL Developments (Pvt.) Limited
Prior to TPL, Sulaiman served as the CEO Cyan Limited. Before Cyan, he has served PICIC DFI, PICIC Asset Management Company Ltd., Allied Bank (ABL) and ABL Asset Management Company Limited. He has had the privilege of establishing two leading AMCs of this country.
As a senior executive he has been working on strategy, organization, mergers and acquisitions. He is a proven business leader with a track record of delivering sustainable change and superior results in Pakistan. Sulaiman’s experience spans over 21 years in multiple areas of financial services including investments, operations, marketing, legal and corporate affairs.
He has been the youngest Chairman of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). He is the Founding member of the Presidential Initiative for Artificial Intelligence and Computing (PIAIC) and a Member of the Committee on Emerging Technologies of MOIT. He represents Sindh as an Independent Member on Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB) and is also an Independent Director on Sind Energy Holding Company (Pvt.) Ltd. He is an Independent Director on the Board of BankIslami Pakistan Ltd. and also on the Board of Aga Khan Cultural Service – Pakistan.
He holds a master’s degree and is also a fellow member of The Institute of Corporate Secretaries of Pakistan (FCIS). He is also a Certified Director from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG).
Mr. Farrukh Amin, the visionary founder of Unity Foods Limited,
currently holds the esteemed position of CEO within the
organization. His unwavering patriotism is a driving force behind his
career, which is characterized by a relentless pursuit of tangible
results and a steadfast commitment to the betterment and
advancement of Pakistan.
Exemplifying the qualities of a thoughtful leader, Mr. Amin boasts an
extensive career spanning nearly two decades, encompassing
various facets of the FMCG sector, both nationally and
internationally. His expertise extends to the processing and trading
of food products, agro-commodities, and animal feeds, involving the
sourcing of goods from diverse global origins and their distribution
to destinations worldwide.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, Mr. Amin possesses profound
knowledge and firsthand experience in mergers and acquisitions,
both within Pakistan and in international transactions. He is
resolutely focused on driving business growth and creating
equity value while maintaining a vigilant eye on industry trends.
He is an advocate of developing a leadership-centric culture in the
workplace. With a realistic competitive strategy and competent
direction setting, he has taken unprecedented initiatives that turned
out to be a monumental juncture in achieving a grand vision for UFL.
Mr. Abdul Majeed is a distinguished professional with a Bachelor of Commerce (B.
Com) degree from the University of Karachi and holds membership in the Institute
of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP). He achieved
outstanding success in the final examination of ICMAP in November 1994,
demonstrating his exemplary dedication to his field.
With a remarkable career spanning over 24 years, Mr. Majeed has excelled as an
entrepreneur, spearheading various ventures in the agri-business sector, which he
established and adeptly managed. His extensive expertise encompasses a wide
range of agri-business activities.
In addition to his academic and entrepreneurial achievements, Mr. Majeed further
solidified his credentials by completing a directors training program under the
auspices of ICMAP in April 2019, enhancing his leadership and governance skills.
Furthermore, Mr. Majeed's commitment to his industry is exemplified by his role as
an ex-treasurer of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan, where he contributed
to the advancement of the rice export sector in the country. His wealth of
knowledge and experience continues to be a valuable asset to our organization.
Mr. Muneer S. Godil is an accomplished professional renowned for his extensive
expertise in the domains of Power, Co-generation, Renewables, and
Sustainability. A graduate of NED University, he also holds a management and
finance degree from the University of Alberta, Canada, further enriching his
academic foundation.
Boasting a remarkable career spanning more than 25 years, Mr. Godil has
amassed a wealth of experience in the planning, engineering, and successful
execution of greenfield projects, establishing himself as a distinguished authority
in his field. His knowledge and insights are highly respected within the industry.
Mr. Godil's operational prowess extends to the management of plants with
diverse configurations, underscoring his exceptional mastery in this realm.
Presently, he serves as an advisor to the Board of Directors for several globally
and nationally renowned companies. In this capacity, he offers invaluable
guidance and solutions, leveraging his extensive experience to address strategic
planning, development, and operational challenges. His contributions continue to
be instrumental in driving the success of these organizations
With an extensive career spanning over 29+ years, Mr. Amir Shehzad is a
result-oriented leader renowned for his exceptional performance in dynamic and
rapidly evolving organizations. His professional journey primarily revolves
around the realms of Investment Banking and Capital Markets, where he has
consistently excelled.
Mr. Shehzad has held senior leadership positions at esteemed institutions such
as National Bank, UBL, and Askari Bank Limited. In these roles, he has played a
pivotal part in shaping and executing comprehensive business strategies that
have contributed to the growth and success of these organizations.
Educated at Cornell University, USA, where he completed the Executive
Leadership Program, and Arizona State University, USA, where he graduated
cum-laude with a degree in Finance, Mr. Shehzad brings a robust academic
foundation to his wealth of practical experience.
His association with Unity Foods since 2018 has been instrumental in
formulating both long-term and short-term business and investment strategies
for the company. Furthermore, Mr. Shehzad adeptly manages high-level
relationships with a diverse array of stakeholders, including banks and
institutional investors, including the Asian Development Bank, International
Finance Corporation, and FMO: Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank
among his notable affiliations.
Ms. Lie is General Manager with Wilmar Trading Pte. Ltd. (a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited). She oversees commercial aspects of the lauric crushing business of the Group, including assets management, trading, logistic, and business development. She has extensive experience in lauric oil and meal supply chain management. She graduated from Polytechnic of University of North Sumatera Indonesia. She is also a Director of Wilmar Pakistan Holdings Pte. Ltd. (a shareholder of Unity Foods Limited and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited).
Dr. Safdar Ali Butt is a highly accomplished professional with expertise in finance,
corporate governance, academia, and entrepreneurship. He holds a master's degree from
Karachi University and a doctorate in financial management from Canada. Dr. Butt is a
member of several prestigious professional bodies in Accounting, Finance, and
Management, and he has also completed the Directors' Education program of the
Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance.
With a distinguished career, Dr. Butt has held senior financial positions in multinational
companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Caltex Oil Corporation. He has also served
as Director Finance/CFO with the Army Welfare Trust and held board positions in
renowned organizations like Askari Bank, Askari Leasing, Askari General Insurance, Askari
Cement, and others under the AWT umbrella. Furthermore, he has contributed as a
director of Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, representing the AJK government. Currently,
Dr. Butt serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director of Hi Tech Lubricants Ltd, a
prominent oil marketing company, and he holds the position of chairman at Pak Agro
Packaging Ltd, the first company listed on the GEM Board of the Pakistan Stock
Exchange. His involvement also extends to the Ujala Education Foundation.
In academia, Dr. Butt has enriched the field for 24 years, teaching at various institutions.
He retired as Professor Emeritus of Finance & Corporate Governance from the Capital
University of Science & Technology, Islamabad in January 2018. His contributions to the
academic community are extensive, having authored 37 books on various
business-related subjects, with publications in the UK, Kenya, and Pakistan. He has also
published over a hundred articles and research papers, focusing on finance, corporate
governance, and management-related topics. Notably, his latest book, "A Handbook for
Company Directors in Pakistan," showcases his expertise and commitment to advancing
corporate governance practices in the country.
Lt Gen (Retd) Omar Mahmood Hayat, serving as the Chairman of
Unity Foods, hails from one of Pakistan's most esteemed military
lineages. His illustrious career spans over four decades,
characterized by pivotal roles both within the military and as
Chairman on the Board of Directors of various companies within
the Wah Nobel Group, Pakistan Ordnance Factory, National
Disaster Management Authority, ERRA, and Pakistan
Humanitarian Forum.
A logistics expert by profession, Lt Gen Hayat possesses a
profound humanitarian ethos. His service record includes a
crucial role as Chief of Staff in the Special Support Group for
Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), where he adeptly managed
the welfare of nearly 4 million IDPs from Swat and South
Waziristan Agency.
During his tenure as the head of Pakistan's largest public sector
enterprise, Pakistan Ordnance Factories, Lt Gen Hayat achieved
remarkable milestones by substantially augmenting
organizational performance. His strategic leadership resulted in
a doubling of commercial sales and exports, highlighting his
exceptional acumen. Presently, he also assumes the role of
Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Pakistan Humanitarian
Forum, a consortium comprising 40 international NGOs. Lt Gen
Hayat's remarkable career and unwavering commitment to
humanitarian causes continue to be a source of inspiration and
leadership for Unity Foods and the broader community.