Rashid made MD of Eastern Bank

Hassan O Rashid has been appointed as the managing director of Eastern Bank PLC (EBL).

Prior to this appointment, he served as chief executive officer of Prime Bank PLC, according to a press release.

With over 31 years of professional experience in both local and multinational banks, he brings extensive leadership expertise across diverse banking domains. Rashid previously worked at Crédit Agricole Indosuez, HSBC and Standard Chartered Bank in various capacities.

During his earlier tenure at EBL as additional managing director (2015-2021), he played a pivotal role in strengthening the bank’s position as a leading financial institution.

He currently serves as vice-chairman of the Association of Bankers, Bangladesh.

Rashid obtained his bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from Capital University, US, and a master’s degree in international management from the Garvin School of International Management, Thunderbird, US.