Pakistan Tobacco Company - Syed Ali Akbar

Syed Ali Akbar joined PTC in 2019 as the Marketing Director, bringing over two decades of extensive experience in multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies across Pakistan, the Middle East, North Africa, and North America. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles in General Management, Sales, Marketing, New Business Development, Supply Chain, and Mergers & Acquisitions, serving as a director in both public and commercial sector organisations. He began his career as a Management Trainee at Unilever Bestfoods, rapidly advancing to senior leadership positions at Engro Corporation, British American Tobacco, and The Coca-Cola Company. He has led large, diverse teams across multiple countries, tackling complex business challenges. His career accolades include numerous local and global honors, notably the prestigious Global Award—Zenith of Recognition—presented by the Chairman and Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company in 2018 for his groundbreaking innovation strategy. He joined the PTC Board in 2019 and was appointed Managing Director and CEO on March 1, 2021.