Bashir Dawood is a Pakistani businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He was born on August 6, 1962, in Karachi, Pakistan, into a prominent family that has made significant contributions to the business and philanthropic landscape of Pakistan.
Bashir Dawood holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Karachi and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi.
He is the co-founder of Dawood Hercules Corporation, a conglomerate that has interests in several industries, including fertilizer, energy, and textiles. Dawood Hercules Corporation is one of the largest companies in Pakistan and has operations in several countries around the world.
Apart from his business ventures, Bashir Dawood is also known for his philanthropic work. He is the co-founder of the Dawood Foundation, a non-profit organization that focuses on education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in Pakistan. The foundation has supported several causes, including the establishment of hospitals, the provision of educational scholarships, and the promotion of sustainable development.
In 2016, Bashir Dawood and his wife established the Suleman Dawood School of Business at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), which is one of the top business schools in Pakistan. The school aims to provide high-quality business education to students and promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the country.
Bashir Dawood is also an advocate for art and culture in Pakistan. He has supported several initiatives that promote the country’s rich cultural heritage, including the Karachi Literature Festival and the Karachi Biennale.
In recognition of his contributions to business and philanthropy, Bashir Dawood has received several awards and honors, including the Sitara-i-Imtiaz, one of the highest civilian awards in Pakistan. He is married to Mariyam Dawood, and they have four children together.
