A Resounding Victory: CSB Celebrates CEO Jewel's Election as President of FACD CAB
Dhaka, Bangladesh – July 28, 2025 – The air at CSB Study Abroad is abuzz with excitement and pride! We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed CEO, Md. Julfikar Ali Jewel, has been overwhelmingly elected as the new President of the Foreign Admission & Career Development Consultants Association of Bangladesh (FACD CAB) for the 2025-2027 term. This significant victory, secured with a remarkable 166 votes, marks a pivotal moment not just for Mr. Jewel and our organization, but for the entire overseas education consultancy sector in Bangladesh.
The election, held yesterday at Hotel The InterContinental, saw a vibrant display of democratic spirit among the nation's leading study abroad and career development consulting firms. Mr. Jewel, representing the United FACD CAB Forum, emerged victorious in the presidential race, demonstrating the immense trust and confidence the community places in his leadership. Our entire team at CSB Study Abroad extends heartfelt congratulations to CEO Mr. Julfikar Ali Jewel as newly elected president of the FACD CAB.

Upon hearing the news, a wave of jubilation swept through our offices. To honor this momentous achievement, all the dedicated employees of CSB Study Abroad came together to present Mr. Jewel with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, a small token of our immense respect, admiration, and support. It was a heartwarming moment, reflecting our collective excitement for the positive impact his presidency will undoubtedly have on the industry.
We are incredibly proud to see Mr. Jewel at the helm of such a crucial organization as FACD CAB, which plays a vital role in unifying and regulating foreign admission and career development consultants in Bangladesh. His vision, dedication, and extensive experience in facilitating international education will undoubtedly steer FACD CAB towards new heights, benefiting countless students aspiring to study abroad by ensuring transparency, ethics, and quality services within the sector.
A Look at the New FACD CAB Committee (2025-2027):
The election saw a total of 277 out of 296 registered voters cast their ballots. While the United FACD CAB Forum secured 6 positions, the other panel won 19. Here are the other distinguished individuals who will serve alongside Mr. Jewel:
- Secretary: Mehadi Hasan (Democratic Unity Council - 176 votes)
- Senior Vice President: Md. Bashir Ahmed
- Vice President-1: Rabiul Hossain
- Vice President-2: Md. Rezaul Karim Reza (DCS Educare)
- Vice President-3: G M Faruk Swapon
- Joint Secretary-01: Md. Masud Parvej Samrat
- Joint Secretary-02: Md. Mazharul Islam Apu
- Joint Secretary-03: Md. Mostafa Zaman
- Joint Secretary-04: Syed Ahmed Chandan
- Organizing Secretary-01: Md. Solaiman
- Organizing Secretary-02: Mohammad Mahfuzur Rahman
- International Relations Secretary: Mohammad Mustafizur Rahman
- Finance Secretary: Rajiv Kumar Bhadra Rupok
- Cultural & Events Secretary: Mohammad Mahmudul Hasan
- PR & Communication Secretary: Md. Sanaullah
- Office Secretary: Mehadi Hasan
- Legal & Welfare Secretary: Ershad Ahmed Nishan
- Research & Development Secretary: Engineer Sheikh Saifuddin Ahmed
- ICT Secretary: Samial Hasan Khan
- Executive Members: Mohammad Saleh Chowdhury, Md. Solaiman, Md. Rasel Mia, Anisuzzaman Kiron, and Md. Masud Rana.
The election process, overseen by Chief Election Commissioner Md. Atiqur Rahman, along with Commissioners Dr. Md. Mahfuz Hafiz and Advocate Rafiqul Islam, and Appellate Board Chairman Advocate Md. Mohsin Kabir, was conducted smoothly and transparently, with observers from various organizations including the Ministry of Commerce, FBCCI, BGMEA, and BKMEA.
We eagerly anticipate a period of significant progress and innovation for the overseas education sector under Mr. Jewel's dynamic leadership at FACD CAB. His vision aligns perfectly with CSB Study Abroad's mission to empower students to achieve their global academic dreams.
