Martin Dow Group, represented by its Chairman, Mr. Ali Akhai.

Ali is a visionary leader driving growth, innovation, and social impact at Martin Dow Group. Passionate about improving wellbeing, he leads the organization’s expansion, diversification, and philanthropic agenda, combining strategic clarity with a collaborative, people-first approach. Ali holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Brunel University (UK) and double master’s degrees in Global Business (University of Hertfordshire, UK) and International Business Development & Consulting (Novancia Business School, France). Since joining Martin Dow Group in 2016, he has worked across core functions, building a strong foundation for leadership.

Ali is also dedicated to philanthropy, serving as a Core Committee Member of the Shaukat Khanum Karachi Project, a Member of the Fund-Raising Committee at The Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN), and a Trustee at the Memon Health & Education Foundation. In tribute to his late father, Mr. Mohammad Jawed Akhai, Ali established the Mohammad Jawed Akhai Foundation (MJAF), a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving healthcare, education, and social welfare in underserved communities.

Ali was selected as the Youngest Global Leader from Pakistan (2023) by the World Economic Forum, recognizing his outstanding leadership and commitment to social impact. He also serves as the Council Member of the Marketing Association of Pakistan.