MTB honours founding chairman Syed Manzur Elahi
Mutual Trust Bank PLC and its subsidiaries—MTB Capital Ltd and MTB Securities PLC—have paid tribute to Syed Manzur Elahi, founding chairman of MTB, on his first death anniversary.
A visionary entrepreneur, respected industrialist, and statesman, Elahi played a significant role in shaping Bangladesh's business and corporate landscape. He established Apex Tannery in 1976 and later founded Apex Footwear Ltd and Grey Advertising (Bangladesh) Ltd. In 1999, he was instrumental in founding MTB and served as its first chairman.
His leadership and professionalism earned him the distinction of serving twice as adviser to the caretaker government of Bangladesh, in 1996 and 2001.
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Beyond business, he also contributed to education and social development through institutions including East West University and Manusher Jonno Foundation.
In recognition of his lifelong commitment to ethics, excellence, and public service, he received several prestigious honours, including the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' from the UKBCCI in 2023.
The MTB family remembered his outstanding contributions and enduring legacy, and prayed for the eternal peace of his soul.
