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Prominent media, public relations, and corporate communications professional Md. Mizanur Rahman, popularly known as Masum Mizan, has joined Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC as the Head of its Brand Communication and Marketing Division (BCMD).
Masum Mizan first joined the Shariah-based commercial bank in 2013 as a Public Relations Officer. With his latest appointment, he will lead the bank's corporate branding, public relations, digital presence, and modern marketing strategies.
Before entering the banking sector, Masum Mizan built a distinguished 14-year career in journalism, working with several leading Bangladeshi newspapers, including Naya Diganta, Amar Desh, Samakal, Manabkantha, Dakshinanchal, and Ajker Barta. He also continues to be involved in freelance journalism.
Alongside his journalism career, he served two terms as Vice President of the Crime Reporters Association of Bangladesh (CRAB) and held several other leadership positions within the organization. He is also the founding president of the Barishal BM College Journalists' Association and has been actively associated with various professional journalists' organizations in Dhaka and Barishal. In addition, he has contributed to several social and voluntary organizations, including the Red Crescent Society.
Throughout his career, Masum Mizan has earned a strong reputation for his expertise in journalism, corporate communications, branding, media relations, and digital communications. He completed his secondary education at Barishal Zilla School, higher secondary education at Government Barishal College, and obtained both his bachelor's (Honours) and master's degrees in Management from Barishal BM College.
In his new role, Masum Mizan is expected to provide dynamic and visionary leadership in strengthening Al-Arafah Islami Bank's corporate image, enhancing stakeholder engagement, expanding its digital outreach, and implementing innovative marketing initiatives.
