BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Riaz Ahmed

Director

Mr. Riaz Ahmed is an experienced educationist and development professional with over 28 years of expertise in programs to empower young girls and women through education.

Riaz Ahmed

Proven track record of success in developing and managing educational and vocational training institutes.

Skilled in all aspects of program development, from initial design to implementation and management.

Strong background in promoting education for girls and women as a means of empowerment and social change.

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Afzal Ahmed Siddiqui

CEO

Mr. Afzal Ahmed Siddiqui is a well known and highly reputed businessman among the business community of Karachi boasting over 25 years of business ownership experience.

Afzal Ahmed Siddiqui

Most known for his contributions in Travel & Tourism , Hospitality Education , Real Estate , and Manufacturing industries (local and abroad) respectively, he also actively partakes in Welfare and Development for the education of the Youth of Pakistan

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Ashar Ajaz

Director - Operations

Mr. Ashar Ajaz is an accomplished individual fueled by determination and youth. He boasts over 10 years of experience in operations management and sales.

Ashar Ajaz

He is skilled in planning, organizing and coordinating activities to optimize operational efficiency and productivity; With a proven ability to lead and manage teams to meet and exceed performance targets, this professional has a strong background in sales and operations management, with a track record of delivering results.

FACULTY MEMBERS

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Chef Mehmood Hassan Rana

Head Trainer - Baking & Pastry Arts

Our lead trainer and department head for baking and pastries, Mr. Mehmood Ul Hassan Rana, has more than 30 years of expertise in the field and has attended various national and international trainings.

Chef Mehmood Hassan Rana

Additionally, he has worked as a baking and pastry chef at several hospitality facilities, including five-star hotels. He is one of the city's top pastry chefs.
His love of patisserie and restless spirit have elevated him to the position of one of the top instructors in the field of baking and pastry arts. He has created hundreds of distinctive recipes.

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Chef Ammad Murtaza

Trainer - Culinary Arts

Chef Ammad Murtaza is our beloved trainer Culinary Arts. He is a youthful, dynamic, passionate, and energetic individual with around 13 years of professional culinary experience.

Chef Ammad Murtaza

Having successfully completed the Level 2 City & Guilds Food and Beverage Production Diploma with Expertise in Continental Cuisine at the nimble age of 18, Mr. Ammad began his culinary career at the Sheraton Hotel in Karachi.

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Chef Naufal Anjum

Trainer - Culinary Arts

Chef Naufal Anjum is a distinguished culinary professional, holding a diploma from SCAFA Dubai and a Level 3 City and Guilds certification. His culinary prowess is not merely a profession but a passion that resonates with every dish he crafts.

Chef Naufal Anjum

Trained under the supervision of European chefs, he has earned recognition as a celebrity chef and is an associate member of the Chef Association of Pakistan (CAP), holding a prestigious Chef ID. With over four years of experience as a Chef Trainer, Chef Naufal specializes in student counseling and development, placing a strong emphasis on food safety. His expertise extends to food presentation and plating. His overarching goal is to groom students to showcase their culinary expertise not only within Pakistan but also on the global stage.

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Chef Naveed Iqbal

Trainer - Baking & Pastry Arts

Chef Naveed Iqbal is one of the finest chefs at Skillston. He brings his handiwork and his artistic finesse to the table, turning heads every time he is behind the apron.

Chef Naveed Iqbal

He expertly coordinates the actions of cooks and other food-preparation personnel in his kitchen. His management skills paired with his keen outlook serves him to be able to work well with anything and anyone; effectively creating an ideal workspace for him and his coworkers.

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Mr. Muhammad Zaffar Parvaiz

Trainer - Hospitality Management

Mr. Muhammad Zaffar Parvaiz is an experienced and knowledgeable hospitality management trainer. He has been working in the hotel industry for over 15 years and has been employed by numerous prestigious organizations, such as Marriott, Moven pick, Ramada, and Regent plaza.

Mr. Muhammad Zaffar Parvaiz

His extensive knowledge and experience in the field make him an ideal instructor for those looking to become experts in the hospitality industry.
He possesses a post-graduate diploma in labour administration, organisation welfare, and hospitality management.
He has achieved a great deal in the management of food and beverages, logistics and transportation, ISO 22000 food safety, ISO 14001 environmental management, HACCP, and many other fields.

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Mr. Muhammad Adil Bhatti

Trainer - Front Desk and Hospitality

Mr. Muhammad Adil Bhatti is an exemplary alumnus of Skillston who has gone on to achieve great success in one of the most prestigious organizations. His self-confidence, ability to work well under pressure, and strong interpersonal and leadership skills make him an ideal candidate for any team.

Mr. Muhammad Adil Bhatti

He is also capable of working with colleagues of diverse cultural backgrounds, making him an invaluable asset to any organization. We are proud to have Mr. Bhatti, an alumnus, as a part of the Skillston family and are confident that he will continue to excel in his current role.