Few business leaders in Pakistan have been as vocal about truth and integrity as Mr. Hussain Dawood, who has now been recognized with the Hilal-i-Imtiaz for his contributions to the country.
For years, he has been outspoken about the need for transparency, ethical leadership, and long-term thinking. In his engagements, he has repeatedly emphasized that truth-telling isn’t just a moral stance – it’s a business necessity. A country’s economic reputation depends on trust and credibility, and nations need to embrace hard conversations to strengthen their standing in the global economy.
His leadership at Engro has reflected these principles. The company has ensured governance standards at par with global best practices, which have given Engro an edge in the corporate sector and also attracted international organizations to partner with them in their businesses. The setup of Karachi School of Business and Leadership (KSBL), of which he was an integral part, was an extension of the same ideals; through its curriculum and education model, KSBL promotes character-driven and ethical leadership in the future students of the country.
Pakistan’s future depends on more leaders willing to acknowledge realities and address systemic challenges through advocacy and actions.
