Apon Bazaar
Saif Rashid serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Apon Bazaar since January 2023, leading an award-winning omni-channel fintech service aggregator that supports industrial workers in Bangladesh. With a diverse background, Saif has been a Fellow at Ashoka since August 2015 and has held the title of Social Entrepreneur of the Year at the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship since April 2014. Saif founded and managed Apon Wellbeing Ltd. from August 2016 to January 2023 and previously served as CEO of JITA Social Business Bangladesh Ltd. from January 2012 to March 2016. Saif's career began at CARE Bangladesh, where contributions spanned multiple roles focused on corporate engagement and rural development from December 2004 to December 2011. Educational qualifications include a Master of Engineering from Carleton University and participation in several prestigious programs, enhancing expertise in social entrepreneurship and impact management.
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Apon Bazaar
Apon Bazaar: Empowering Bangladesh's Workforce Through Tech-Driven Finance At Apon Bazaar, we're bridging the gap between low-income industrial workers and affordable credit. The Challenge: Traditional financial systems often fail these workers, leaving them vulnerable to high-cost loans and limited access to essentials. Our Solution: Apon Bazaar is a revolutionary omnichannel marketplace and financial aggregator, designed specifically for Bangladesh's industrial workforce. Here's how it works: Virtual Zero-Interest Credit: Workers can access up to 30% of their salary as credit, virtually eliminating interest charges. Seamless Transactions: Our network of physical stores staffed by Apon Agents, coupled with a dedicated mobile app, streamlines transactions and repayments. Essential Needs Covered: Workers can utilize their credit for groceries at discounted prices, ensuring access to necessities without breaking the bank. Healthier Future: We offer free health insurance, promoting well-being for workers and their families. The Impact: 100,000+ lives empowered and $600,000+ in savings generated. Vision: Expand our reach to 1 million industrial workers. Apon Bazaar: Where innovation meets financial inclusion. Contact Us - 880184734932 #FinTechForGood #FinancialEmpowerment #Bangladesh