New York, USA — U.S. Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (USBCCI) successfully hosted an exclusive Meet & Greet networking session with Sheikh Jasim Uddin, Founder & Managing Director of AKIJ Resource, bringing together business leaders, professionals, and community stakeholders for an evening of high-level engagement and strategic dialogue.
The prestigious event was presided over by Md. Liton Ahmed, President of USBCCI, whose leadership and vision highlighted the chamber’s continued commitment to strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the United States and Bangladesh.
Platform for Strategic Dialogue & Collaboration
The Meet & Greet served as a dynamic platform for in-depth discussions on leadership, investment opportunities, sustainability (ESG), and expanding U.S.–Bangladesh business collaboration. Participants engaged in meaningful exchanges, reflecting a shared focus on innovation, responsible growth, and long-term partnership across sectors.
Distinguished representatives from AKIJ Resource also joined the session, including Mohammad Towfique Hasan, Chief Business Development Officer, and Shahriar I. Halim, Chief Executive Officer of AKIJ Consulting, whose presence further enriched the discussions and business perspectives shared during the event.
Insights from the Guest Speaker
During the session, Sheikh Jasim Uddin shared valuable insights into AKIJ Resource’s diversified business portfolio, innovation-driven expansion strategies, and strong emphasis on sustainable and ethical business practices. His remarks resonated strongly with attendees, offering practical perspectives on building resilient enterprises in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Appreciation & Acknowledgements
USBCCI expressed its sincere appreciation to the supporting partners Thikana News and Ruhin Hossain for their generous support and cooperation, which played a vital role in the success of the event.
Special thanks were also extended to the esteemed members of the USBCCI Board of Directors—Ahad Ali Ismail Ahmed, Sheikh Farhad, Sami Kabir, and Mili Bhuyan—for their guidance, leadership, and continued support.
Looking Ahead
Through initiatives like this exclusive Meet & Greet, USBCCI reaffirmed its commitment to organizing high-impact programs and networking platforms that foster collaboration, connectivity, and sustainable economic growth between Bangladesh and the United States.

