Redwan Ferdous

 

 

 

Biography:

- 12+ Years of experience in Project Management, Cellphone Manufacturing and Product Development.
- Ex- Labaid Group, Ex-Aamra Companies, Ex- Walton, Ex- Pi Labs
- Embedded System Mentor, EMK Center (US Embassy, Dhaka)
- B.Sc. (EEE), MBA (Finance), M.Sc. (IT)_ All Through 1st Class
- Ex-Gregorian, Ex-Notredamian, Ex-AUSTian, EX-DU, Ex-JU
- Trained at Fujitsu Research Institute, Japan on Data Science, AI, ML, IOT, Robotics- 100% Scholarship from ICT Ministry
- Embedded System Developer ( Robotics Process Automation, Arduino, Raspberry, STM32, NodeMCU)
- Data Analysis (MS Excel, Python, R), Big Data (Hadoop-Cloudera), Tableau
- Curious about learning different high-tech skills
- Automobile enthusiasts
- Trained 2000+ trainees on different topics, Nationwide
- International Robotics Olympiad (IROC), World Robot Olympiad (WRO)
- Judge Conrad Challenge, USA

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Hasnaeen Rizvi Rahman

We are introducing our speaker, Hasnaeen Rizvi Rahman, for the segment "Empowering Bangladesh Youth: Thriving in the Age of AI Over the Next Decade" in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024

Currently serving as the CEO of Astha IT, Mr. Hasnaeen founded the company in 2008 during his mid-twenties. Over the years, Astha IT has transformed into a global service provider, catering to clients across continents and earning multiple prestigious awards from BASIS and the Government of Bangladesh.

Under his visionary leadership, Astha IT has become a tech powerhouse and the country’s leading software exporter, mentoring and employing hundreds of talented engineers. In addition to his success with Astha IT, Mr. Hasnaeen co-owns four other tech ventures across Canada, Malaysia, and the United States.

Don’t miss the chance to hear from this inspiring leader as he shares his journey and vision for the future of AI in Bangladesh!

 

 

 

 

Biography:

"I am a billion years old soul, forty years old creature, twenty years old engineer, a decade old entrepreneur + business strategist, and a perpetual problem solver."

​I'm Hasnaeen Rizvi Rahman, and in 2008, while still in my mid-twenties, I founded Astha IT. Over the course of two decades, it evolved into an award-winning global service provider, catering to clients across six continents.

Driven by a passion for solving challenges, I've carried the spirit of a multiple-time national chess champion from my school days into the world of technology. My journey began in ninth grade when I self-taught computer programming. Within two years, I developed and sold my first commercial software to a buying house. My academic pursuits culminated in graduating summa cum laude from North South University with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

Under my leadership, Astha IT has emerged as a tech giant and the foremost software exporter of the country. It's a hub of thousands of engineers, where mentorship and growth thrive. Beyond Astha IT, I've co-founded and contributed to diverse ventures in Bangladesh, Sweden, and the United States.

One of my guiding principles is encapsulated in my favorite quote: "I think, therefore I am."

Feel free to explore my personal website: http://hasnaeen.me

To encapsulate who I am: Entrepreneur, Technologist, Perfectionist, Problem Solver, Avid Reader, Deep Thinker.

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Dr. Sayedul Ashraf Kushal

As the Lead Psychiatrist and Managing Director of Lifespring, Dr. Kushal is committed to advancing mental health care and fostering overall well-being. Don’t miss this insightful session with a visionary mental health professional!

Biography:

Dr. Kushal is the founder, CEO & Lead Psychiatrist of LifeSpring, a private healthcare company. He is also a trainer, researcher, writer, and health entrepreneur.

Dr. Kushal obtained a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from Dhaka Medical College and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Psychiatry from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) in Dhaka. In addition, he did an internship in Behavioural Neuroscience at National Institute for Physiological Sciences in Japan.

His BMDC Number: A58262

He received the prestigious Japanese Society of Psychiatry and Neurology (JSPN) Fellowship award in 2022. In 2020, he received the “Young Investigator Award” at the 2nd Research and Education Center of Bridging Asian Mental Health and Psychiatry (REBAMP) in Philippines.

To know more about him, go here: https://linktr.ee/SayedulAshraf

Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam

We are honored to present Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam as the first keynote speaker of the day for the segment titled "Engineering Thinking: Do You Organize Your Thinking Like an Engineer?" in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024

In this session, Dr. Yusuf will delve into the "Brain Engaging Model," guiding participants through its intricacies. With over 40 years of experience in education and cognitive learning, he has revolutionized teaching techniques, including the innovative Neuron Engaging Teaching Technique (NETT), designed to optimize brain function for improved learning and problem-solving.

Dr. Yusuf's expertise bridges both academia and industry, profoundly influencing how educators and learners approach cognitive processes. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from this visionary educator!

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Biography:

Born out of a concern over how people learn, I have developed a teaching methodology called NETT or Neuron Engaging Teaching Technique. This is a result of 40+ years of teaching experience (both in Bangladesh and abroad), action research and a question based study of the Qur'an and concerns that students do not develop competency in their chosen field. My main preoccupation now is to help all stakeholders - students, teachers, institutions, employers and regulatory bodies be effective in their chosen area of education delivery whether face-to-face or online.

Isa Abrar Ahmed

Meet our speaker, Isa Abrar Ahmed, for the segment titled "Engineering Innovations and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Energy Solutions" in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024

Mr. Abrar is the Director of Product & Business Development at SOLshare International Pte. Ltd. With over a decade of experience, he has successfully led teams across various fields in technology startups and global companies, including Samsung and Aamra. His expertise spans innovation and strategic development in the energy and tech industries.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from his incredible journey!

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Biography:

A decade of experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams; managing and leading sales & marketing for technology startups and Forbes Fortune 500 company. Finishing graduation with a Summa Cum Laude in one of the most reputed business schools at home.

Rakib Islam

We are proud to feature Rakib Islam in the segment titled "Engineering Innovations and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Energy Solutions" in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024.

Rakib Islam is the Lead Product Engineer at ME SOLshare. He has extensive experience in technical project management and engineering. He specializes in solar system design and renewable energy and has held key roles, Head of Onsite Management at Daraz BD and Technical Manager at Comafrique Intelizon.

Join us as he shares his expertise and insights into sustainable energy solutions and entrepreneurship!

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Biography:

Experienced Technical Project Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Solar System Design, Electronics, Renewable Energy and Mechatronics. I believe I possess strong program and project management skills. Ambitious professional with a Master of Science in Engineering Management focused in Engineering/Industrial Management from Brunel University.

Dr. Shahnewaz Siddique

We are pleased to introduce Dr. Shahnewaz Siddique as a speaker for the segment titled "Finding Opportunities in the New Dawn" in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024.

Dr. Siddique is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North South University, Bangladesh. His work focuses on applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts to Robotics, showcasing his passion for innovation and technology.

We’re excited to have him share his insights at SPAC-24!

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Dr. Celia Shahnaz

It’s a pleasure to introduce our keynote speaker Dr Celia Shahnaz for the event entitled “Diversity and Inclusion for Women Empowerment; Retention and Advancement” in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024.

Dr. Celia Shahnaz, SMIEEE and Fellow IEB, is a professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at BUET and earned her doctorate from Concordia University. She is the 2023-2024 IEEE WIE Committee Chair and has led key IEEE roles, including in Awards, Signal Processing, and the Computer Society. With 24 years of IEEE experience, she has received major awards and led impactful projects in women empowerment, technology, and humanitarian work.

We are overwhelmed and excited to have Dr Celia Shahnaz ma’am to share her insights with us at SPAC’24.

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Biography:

Celia Shahnaz, Ph.D. SMIEEE, FIEB
Professor, Department of EEE, BUET
IEEE Women in Engineering Committee Chair-Elect, 2022
IEEE Women in Engineering Committee Chair, 2023-24
Website: http://www.celiashahnaz.com/
Personal Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/celia.shahnaz
Candidate for 2021-22 IEEE Region 10-Director-Elect
2021-23 Chair, IEEE Signal Processing Society (SPS) Women in Signal Processing Committee
2021-23 Liaison of IEEE SPS to IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE)
2021-22 Member, IEEE History Committee
2021-22 Member, IEEE Educational Activities Board, Faculty Resource Committee
2022, 2020 Member, IEEE New Initiative Committee
2021 Chair, IEEE WIE History Committee
2020-21 Member, IEEE WIE Senior Member Elevation Drive
2021 Member, IEEE WIE-IEEE USA Colouring Book Featuring 25 Women Sub-Committee
2019-2021 Member, IEEE WIE WePower Subcommittee
2017-18 Chair, IEEE WIE Workshops Subcommittee
2020 Chair, Women in SIGHT Working Group
2017, 2019 Communications Chair, IEEE SIGHT steering Committee
2017-2021 IEEE PES Women in Power (WiP) R10 representative
2016 IEEE Region 10 WIE Coordinator
2018-6/2021 Chair, IEEE Bangladesh Section
Founder & Chair, IEEE SPS, IAS Bangladesh Chapters
Co-founder & Vice-Chair, IEEE RAS, SSIT Bangladesh Chapters
Founder and Advisor, WIE AG, IEEE Bangladesh Section
2018-21 Editorial board member, IET Signal Processing
General Chair, IEEE TENSYMP 2020, SPICSCON 2019, PEEIACON 2019, 21, BECITHCON 2021, RAAIACON 2021
General Co- Chair, IEEE Region 10 HTC 2017
Founder, TPC Chair, General Chair/Co-chair: IEEE WIECON-ECE 2015-21,
TPC Chair, IEEE BECITHCON 2019, RAAIACON 2019, SPICSCON 2021
Phone: +88 01928 568547,
Skype ID: celia_shahnaz,
Email: celia@eee.buet.ac.bd; celia.shahnaz@gmail.com; celia.shahnaz@ieee.org

Dr. Nabeel Mohammad

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Dr. Sifat Momen

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Biography:

Sifat Momen received his PhD degree in 2011 from the University of Sheffield, UK. In September 2017, Dr. Momen joined as an Assistant Professor in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) of North South University (NSU). He is currently employed in the same department as an Associate Professor. Prior to joining NSU, Dr. Momen worked as an Assistant Professor for nearly six years in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB). He also served as the acting Head of the Department at ULAB, for some time. His PhD research was at the crossroads of biology and engineering, and was heavily influenced by the behavior of eusocial insects, which are well-known for their self-organizing abilities. His current research interests include complex systems, machine learning, information systems, and modeling and simulation of natural systems. He is an active researcher and regularly reviews numerous conference papers and journal articles.

Dr. Shafin Rahman

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Saif Ahmed

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Biography:

I’m a Reporting Lead and Team Lead at Invisible Technologies, where I oversee data projects, analyze key trends, and deliver insightful dashboards and reports for clients, while leading teams to provide high quality code to train LLMs. Alongside my work in data and technology, I’m an Adjunct Lecturer in Electrical and Computer Engineering at North South University, teaching electronics and conducting research in AI applications.

Beyond the professional sphere, I enjoy Mentoring students as the Branch Counselor of IEEE NSU Student Branch and Faculty Advisor of IEEE NSU Power and Energy Society. I also serve as the General Secretary of IEEE Industrial Applications Society (IAS) Bangladesh Chapter.

When I’m not teaching or working, I’m probably sleeping or reading comic books.

Jhon McDonald

It is a privilege to introduce our second keynote speaker of the day, John D. McDonald, P.E., for the session titled "Grid Monetization: Technological Advancements Beyond Smart Grid " in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024.

John is the Founder and CEO of JDM Associates, LLC, bringing an impressive 50 years of experience in the electric utility transmission and distribution industry. He holds a B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. (Power Engineering) from Purdue University and an M.B.A. (Finance) from the University of California, Berkeley. A highly respected figure in his field, John is a Life Fellow of IEEE with a remarkable 53 years of membership, and he is also affiliated with IEEE-HKN, Tau Beta Pi, and the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. Among his many accolades, John was awarded the prestigious IEEE Millennium Medal for his contributions to the industry.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true pioneer in the field!

Biography:

As you get older and think about your life’s experiences, you recognize certain events that were life changing => that influenced the rest of your life.

When I was in 6th grade I taught myself electricity and taught myself how to solder using a pencil soldering iron. I knew that I wanted to be an Electrical Engineer in middle school.

At Purdue University, during my 1st year, Professor El-Abiad called me into his office and told me I would specialize in Power Engineering within Electrical Engineering. He also told me I would get BSEE and MSEE degrees, with a Master’s thesis, in five rather than six years.

After graduation and working in my first full-time Electrical Engineering job in San Francisco, I went to the University of California-Berkeley at night to get an MBA, specializing in Finance, to learn the business side of technology.

My active participation in the IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES), and other industry organizations, has taught me much more about the technology, created an extensive network of industry contacts, and given me invaluable leadership experience.

I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others to help them with their work, or with their life in general. I’ve authored or co-authored over 150 technical papers and articles and five books.

When I turned 59 and reached the peak weight of my life, I began working out with a trainer and began eating healthier. I’m in my 13th year working out with my trainer, am 25 pounds lighter, and run many 5K races, frequently winning my age group.

I enjoy mentoring young professionals, and for six years I led an Explorer Post at GE for high school boys and girls that is career-focused on STEM. We influenced over 200 high school boys and girls in six years to study engineering or computer science when they go to college.

My work at GE, and with industry organizations such as the IEEE PES, is not work for me. When you are fortunate to love what you do, it is fun!

Rafayat Rakib

We are thrilled to introduce Rafayat Rakib as the speaker in the event titled “Entrepreneur vs WantaPreneur” in Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) 2024.

Rafayat Rakib is a talented content creator, social influencer, and HR professional. After earning his BBA in HR and Marketing from North South University, he began his career at Marico Bangladesh Ltd., gaining experience in sales, marketing, and supply chain. Now, as Founder and CEO of Double R Studios BD, he leads creative storytelling. He also worked at BAT Bangladesh, focusing on employee engagement and operations. In this session, he’ll share insights on leadership and career growth.

It is our pleasure to have him as our speaker at SPAC’24.

 

Biography:

I started my career as a Management Trainee in HR department at Marico Bangladesh Limited. The high performance MT program presented me the opportunity to work in various functions across the organization ranging from Sales, Factories, Supply Chain, Marketing and Distribution.

Post completion of the MT program, I was promoted to play the role of Assistant Manager, Plant HR. situated at Gazipur Shirirchala. And looking after all the HR & Admin/Org. Development & Audit related activities.

After successfully completing my Plant HR stint, I was promoted as Deputy Manager and given the responsibility of the HR activities of the total organization.
Currently i am playing the role of Employee Services Executive at British American Tobacco Bangladesh and responsible for Welfare & IR of the organization.