Leadership

Management

Dr. Faz Chowdhury
Chief Executive Officer & Interim CFO

Dr. Chowdhury has held the positions of CEO and Chairman of the Board at Nemaura Medical Inc. since 2013, bringing with him over 20 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices industry. Over the course of his career, he has been involved in taking products from concept to commercial launch. He holds the distinction of being the sole inventor of over 100 granted and pending patents across various technology platforms in the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors. Additionally, Dr. Chowdhury has authored Textbook Chapters on Nano-biosciences for publishers such as Wiley and Elsevier. He is also a regular speaker at international conferences in this field. Dr. Chowdhury holds a Masters in Microsystems and Nanotechnology from Cranfield University, UK, and a Doctorate from the University of Oxford in nano-medicine and drug delivery.

Dr Arash Ghadar
Chief Operating Officer

Dr Arash Ghadar has over 20 years of experience in management and leadership including senior technical roles in medical devices, oil & gas and automation. His main area of expertise is in the healthcare sector, both in OEM and contract design and manufacturing settings, covering all aspects of new product life cycle from R&D to product design and commercial manufacture. Dr Ghadar is responsible for all aspects of operations at Nemaura, from design and development to volume production.

Dr. Ghadar holds a First Class BSc degree and a Master’s degree with Distinction in Electronics and Control Systems, respectively. He also has a Ph.D. in Electronic Biosensors from the University of Warwick (UK). He is a non-executive director on the board of Medilink Midlands (UK), the Life Sciences industry association with a vision to stimulate the growth of the life sciences sector, and also sits on the Innovation Board of LLEP (Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership).

Prior to joining Nemaura, Dr Ghadar spent a decade in executive positions, managing design and commercialisation disciplines as an autonomous entity within a contract design and manufacturing setting. He was responsible for management of the related day-to-day operations, business planning, legal affairs, finance, sales, and business development. In his role he also led and managed numerous technical projects for healthcare and industrial customers, covering product development lifecycle to volume manufacture.

Professor Khan has over 35 years’ experience of drug discovery, pharmaceutical development, registration and managing pharmaceutical scientists. His experience includes 20 years as Head of Pharmaceutical Development for Boots Pharmaceuticals and Knoll and two years as Director for OSI where he managed their pharmaceutical development, analytical operations and DMPK.

Board of Directors

Dr Ruhksana Qayyum

Bringing a wealth of expertise in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, specializing in organometallic chemistry, she is a distinguished Research Scientist and Director at AF ChemPharm Ltd since 2000. With a robust background in academic research, she held the position of BP Lecturer/Researcher at the University of Sheffield, focusing on polymer-supported carbonylation catalysts. Notably, she conducted postdoctoral research at Queen’s University, Canada, on homogeneous catalysis, enhancing her insights into olefin polymerization by Group IV metal complexes. Throughout her career, she has published extensively, with 26 journal papers, 6 conference articles, and holds 3 patents (1 pending). Her leadership has been instrumental in securing research grants and managing multi-disciplinary projects, emphasizing her strategic acumen and collaborative prowess. With a proven track record in academia and industry, her diverse skill set and innovative research approach promise to bring fresh perspective and valuable experience to the board of directors.

Mr Asim Butt

Asim Butt brings more than 28 years of international business experience within the financial services sector, encompassing roles from programme management and financial technology architectures to sales and strategic client relationship development.

With over 18 years dedicated to business development within financial services, Asim has operated across wide range of client portfolios from Fintechs to Country Manager for Ireland. In recent years, he has taken on significant responsibilities as the Global Head of Impact and Philanthropy.

Asim is academically qualified with an MBA from Henley Management College, UK, and a BSc in Computer Science from Coventry University, UK, underpinning his professional achievements with a solid educational foundation.

Dr. Fuzail Jamall

Dr. Fuzail Jamall, serves as the Clinical Director at Pennington Dental Practice Group, bringing a unique blend of expertise and compassion to the forefront of modern dentistry. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Fuz is a pioneer in combining advanced dentistry techniques with a minimally invasive approach, ensuring holistic oral health for his patients.

Holder of a Master’s degree in restorative dentistry from the University of Birmingham, Dr. Fuz boasts additional certifications and diplomas in periodontics, dental implants, and law and ethics. He spearheads quality assurance initiatives and upholds the practice’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Each member of the Pennington team reflects Dr. Fuz’s ethos of patient-centered, compassionate care, carefully selected to ensure a harmonious and supportive environment for all patients.

Dr. Fuz’s wealth of experience in clinical leadership, strategic planning, and quality assurance makes him a valuable addition to the board. His proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of excellence positions him as an asset in navigating complex business landscapes and driving sustainable growth. Moreover, his commitment to compassionate care and patient advocacy brings a human-centered perspective to boardroom discussions, ensuring that corporate decisions align with the highest standards of ethical practice and stakeholder well-being.

Dr. Faz Chowdhury

Dr. Chowdhury has held the positions of CEO and Chairman of the Board at Nemaura Medical Inc. since 2013, bringing with him over 20 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices industry. Over the course of his career, he has been involved in taking products from concept to commercial launch. He holds the distinction of being the sole inventor of over 100 granted and pending patents across various technology platforms in the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors. Additionally, Dr. Chowdhury has authored Textbook Chapters on Nano-biosciences for publishers such as Wiley and Elsevier. He is also a regular speaker at international conferences in this field. Dr. Chowdhury holds a Masters in Microsystems and Nanotechnology from Cranfield University, UK, and a Doctorate from the University of Oxford in nano-medicine and drug delivery.

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