Dr. Md Nazirul Islam Sarker is a globally recognized academic and expert in agroecology, climate change, celebrated as one of the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University for three consecutive years. He is a visiting professor of Development Studies at Daffodil International University, Bangladesh, and an adjunct research faculty member at the Miyan Research Institute, he brings over 17 years of diverse experience in academia, research, and consultancy.

Holding a Ph.D. from Sichuan University, China, Dr. Sarker has contributed extensively to disaster risk reduction, governance, resilience, food security, and public policy. His previous roles include Academic Fellow at Universiti Sains Malaysia and Associate Professor at Neijiang Normal University, China.

As Head of Research and Innovation, Dr. Sarker drives transformative solutions, leveraging his expertise to address global challenges in agriculture, food safety and security.

Md. Rashadul Islam brings over 22 years of experience working across rural and urban settings in Bangladesh, with additional international exposure in Australia, India, and Nepal. His expertise encompasses technical consultancy, research, and program management, with a proven track record of leading teams in conducting local context assessments, market assessments, and value chain analyses to drive successful program implementation.

Rashadul successfully led different projects under Livelihoods, Public Health, and Nutrition program, working with both public and private stakeholders. His worked long time in United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under urban development program. He holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) and a Master of Science (MS) from Bangladesh Agricultural University.

Biplob Kumar Saha is a renowned expert in agricultural chemistry with a diverse academic and research background. He is a Professor at Bangladesh Agricultural University. Additionally, Dr. Saha holds honorary professorships at Monash University and Griffith University in Australia.

With an academic foundation in Agriculture from Bangladesh Agricultural University and an MSc in Physical Land Resources from Ghent University, Belgium, Dr. Saha earned his PhD in Green Chemistry, followed by post-doctoral research at Monash University. His work focuses on sustainable agriculture, plant nutrition, nutrient cycling, soil and environmental chemistry, climate change mitigation, and food security.

Dr. Saha collaborates with international researchers from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Italy, Belgium, and Bangladesh. His extensive academic contributions include around 100 scholarly works, with nearly 60 peer-reviewed publications. Additionally, he serves as an Associate Editor for several respected peer-reviewed journals, solidifying his role as a leader in the fields of agriculture and sustainability.

Md. Mahbubul Alam is a dedicated professional with an academic background in agricultural science from Bangladesh Agricultural University.

With over a decade of experience in various roles within the development sector, with demonstrated expertise in project and program management for reputable national and international organizations in the areas of market system and value chain development, agriculture, livelihood development and nutrition. His experience has included project design, planning, and implementation. In addition to his professional achievements, Mahbubul has undergone various training programs to enhance his skills in areas such as market system development, climate change communication, financial management, and advocacy. His experience focuses on entrepreneurship development, women empowerment, strategic planning of projects and programs, and result framework analysis. Throughout his career, he jointly worked with esteemed organizations such as Abt Associates, Heifer International, EU, IRRI, CYMMIT, NETZ Bangladesh, etc.

Mobarok Hossain is a highly experienced development professional with expertise in livelihoods, governance, and socio-economic development. He has led major donor-funded projects, focusing on economic empowerment, women’s rights, child protection, WASH, nutrition, and capacity building. A former senior leader at UNDP Bangladesh and Plan International, he has designed innovative, rights-based programs and conducted impactful research. His work in micro-finance market research across Asia has enhanced marginalized communities’ access to financial solutions.

He has expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy, climate-resilient development, improving lives and empowering vulnerable populations across Bangladesh and beyond.

Academically, he is a Sociologist and he has certification in participatory market research.

Md. Nur Alam Prodhan is an accomplished full-stack developer with over a decade of experience creating innovative and scalable software solutions. Currently Consulting as ICT Manager - Software Development at Green World Consultancy, he specializes in PHP Laravel, Vue.js, Livewire, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL, with expertise in API integration, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise resource planning solutions.

Md. Nur Alam Prodhan earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the Green University of Bangladesh. He followed his technical education with a Diploma in Computer Engineering from Bogra Polytechnic Institute. He has also undergone specialized training in Web-Based Application Design and Development. He also received the Highest Achievement Score for Web Development with PHP & Laravel from the OSTAD online training platform.

His portfolio includes leading projects in Health-Tech Solutions, CRM Solutions, Fixed Asset Management Systems, E-commerce Platforms, and Financial Tech Solutions. As a consultant, he has successfully delivered freelancing platforms, Hospital Referral Systems, Hotel Booking and Channel Manager Solutions, Dynamic API based websites, Tracking Systems, and Live chat integration systems.

Md. Mahbubul Alam is a Capacity Development and Policy Development Consultant with expertise in organizational and individual capacity development and Policy development. His work concentrates on empowering vulnerable women and marginalized communities through innovative strategies in entrepreneurship, market development, and gender-sensitive programming.

With extensive experience managing donor-funded projects from organizations like UNDP, USAID, and CARE Bangladesh, Mahbubul has successfully enhanced community capacities to adapt to climate change, improve food security, and promote financial inclusion. His leadership in multi-stakeholder collaborations and disaster risk reduction initiatives has been instrumental in driving impactful development programs.

Holding master’s degrees in Nutrition, Environmental Studies, and Development Studies, Mahbubul integrates a multidisciplinary approach to address global challenges.

Md. Faruque Hussain is a Finance and Administration Specialist with long experience supporting national and international development organizations. Holding a Master’s degree in Commerce (Accounting), he has played pivotal roles in financial and admin experiences in organizations such as UNDP, Swiss Red Cross, CARE Bangladesh, and DAE-DANIDA.

He is a devoted professional in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, procurement, and financial compliance. His career includes key positions such as Finance and Admin Officer, Regional Accountant, and Accounts Officer, where he has managed budgets, facilitated audits and procurement processes, and enhanced organizational efficiency.

Highly proficient in financial tools like ERP Tally, Banana, and Quantum software, along with advanced skills in MS Excel and Word, Faruque is adept at integrating financial systems with administrative functions. He has also led capacity-building workshops, empowering teams with the knowledge and tools to maintain financial transparency and accountability.

MBBS, MPH, is a dedicated Health and Nutrition Specialist with an expertise in public health and clinical medicine. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and a Master of Public Health (MPH), bringing advanced expertise in public health nutrition and evidence-based healthcare.

Dr. Methela has extensive experience in maternal and child health, nutrition interventions, and chronic disease prevention, with a focus on improving health outcomes in underserved and marginalized communities. She has led numerous research initiatives exploring the critical links between nutrition, chronic diseases, and overall public health, contributing valuable insights to policy and program development.

Nilufa Sultana is a seasoned Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist with over 16 years of experience driving transformative change through international and national NGOs. Her expertise lies in designing and implementing programs and policies that advance gender equality, social inclusion, and human rights. Nilufa has made significant contributions across diverse sectors, including women’s empowerment, health, nutrition, food security, and local government strengthening, achieving impactful social development outcomes.

Throughout her career, Nilufa has led education initiatives aimed at reducing dropout rates, advancing reproductive health education, and advocating for critical policy reforms. Her work in girls' education and women’s empowerment includes creating economic opportunities, mobilizing marginalized groups to engage in decision-making, and fostering inclusive community participation in governance. Highly skilled in capacity building, community development, and project management.