American Alumni Association on Monday hosted another edition of its Brain Gain Series at United Commercial Bank PLC head office in the capital.
Asif Saleh, executive director of BRAC and a life member of AAA, was present as featured speaker and delivered a thought-provoking keynote on ‘Social Development and Enterprises: A Global Perspective.’
The session began with opening remarks from Sharif Zahir, president of AAA and chairman of UCB, who highlighted AAA’s enduring mission to connect global expertise with national progress.
The conversation was moderated by Nusrat Aman, former president of AAA.
In his address, Asif Saleh drew upon his multifaceted global career — from Goldman Sachs in New York and London to his impactful leadership at UNDP Bangladesh and now at BRAC, one of the world’s largest development organizations.
He emphasised that sustainable progress in Bangladesh depended on the collaboration of all sectors — public, private and non-profit.
He shared how innovative social enterprise models, when informed by global best practices, can transform local communities.
The event drew a gathering of AAA members, business leaders, development professionals, and distinguished guests.
