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Group MD & CEO - World Development Corporation | Top 20 Changemaker by TOI | TEDx Speaker |Featured by "Inspiring India 2023" | Artificial Intelligence Expert | UK Certified NED | Certified Independent Director.
Renowned industry veteran and technology visionary Zeeshaan Pathan is changing the landscape of business profitability through his groundbreaking leadership and strategic insight. As the current Group Managing Director and CEO of the World Development Corporation, Pathan is infusing his unique blend of business acumen and technical prowess into creating purpose-driven organizations that are not only profitable but also uphold the highest standards of ethics and values.
Zeeshaan's illustrious career spans multiple sectors, including technology, banking, and education, as well as executive search. He has a proven track record of building multi-million dollar businesses and driving corporate growth, making him a force to be reckoned with in the business world. One of his key strengths is his adept use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in strategic corporate governance and digital transformation. His innovative application of these cutting-edge technologies has resulted in accelerated growth and stability for organizations, putting them on a fast track to profitability.
In addition to his role at World Development Corporation, where he leads three major divisions, Zeeshaan has made significant contributions to the field of corporate governance as a Certified Independent Director and a Board Member at the Directors' Institute - World Council of Directors. He is also recently appointed as the Chairman of Global Association for ESG, UK, a standard setting global association for ESG initiatives. His forward-thinking approach and strategic insights continue to enrich the boardroom.
Previously, as an Executive Director at RightSource-Global, and in senior roles at Sapphire Human Solutions and Largent Fortune Institutions, Pathan's leadership and commitment to digital transformation and innovation have been instrumental in driving these organizations forward. Zeeshaan’s banking experience is no less impressive. As a former Cluster Manager at ICICI Bank, he managed general banking functions, coordinated internal and external departments for smooth operations, and successfully drove high-ticket business growth.
Equipped with an MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from Liverpool John Moores University, PG Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning from Interational Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore and a PG in Banking and Finance from ICICI Manipal Academy, Pathan's academic qualifications further underscore his professional expertise.
Zeeshaan Pathan is not just a leader; he is a visionary who has demonstrated an enlightened approach to business profitability. His profound understanding of technology, coupled with his robust business acumen, is setting new standards for corporate success. As he continues to shape and influence the industry, his name is bound to become synonymous with innovation and profitability.
LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeeshaanpathan/
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