Zahid Latif Khan serves as the founding chairman of Zahid Latif Khan Securities (Private) Limited, widely known as ZLK Securities, a brokerage firm renowned for its reliability in Pakistan and ZLK Islamic Financial Services (Private) Limited, the first and premier Shariah Compliant Stock Brokerage firm in Pakistan.

Educated in the field of science, Mr. Khan is an alumnus of the National Defense University (NDU) in Islamabad, where he participated in the National Security Workshop-3. He holds the title of Certified of Director from the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) and possesses specialized certifications in capital markets from the United Nations Institute of Training & Research (UNITAR) and the Pakistan Institute of Management. Mr. Khan Initiated his investment career in 1990 and subsequently established his own stock brokerage firm in 1994. Beyond his impressive business achievements, Mr. Khan has held prominent positions within capitals markets and financial institutions. His leadership extends to several high-profile positions, including Director of ISE Towers REIT Management Company Limited, Director at Pakistan Mercantile Exchange Limited, Senior-Vice Chairman of the Pakistan Stock Brokers Association (PSBA), Independent Director/Chairman Railways Estate Development and Marketing Company (REDAMCO) appointed by Federal Capital, Director, Global Commodity Trading Platform and Director, National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited.

Remarkably, Mr. Khan played a pivotal role in the consolidation of the Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad stock exchanges into a unified platform known as the Pakistan Stock Exchange. This integration has significantly benefited investors by providing a single, high effective, and more expansive capital market.

Mr. Khan’s extensive knowledge of capital markets and his forward-thinking approach have earned him the prestigious role of Honorary Coordinator (Business Liaison) to the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Secretariat. He also serves as the Chairman of the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development (AIERD), with a vision to foster discourse on emerging Asia, China, eco-civilization, and shifting global dynamics. His efforts aim to create high-quality knowledge, constructive engagement, and proactive advocacy for improved and refined policy frameworks.

Mr. Khan actively contributes to raising awareness about the stock market and financial literacy among the general public. His vision includes increasing overall participation in Pakistan’s Equities Market, particularly among younger audiences. To achieve this, he seeks to promote financial inclusion, enhance access to useful and affordable financial products and has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUS) with various universities to facilitate the exchange of learning resources and bridge the gap between academia and the financial industry.

Formerly, Mr. Khan served as the President of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and industry, where he played a significant role in promoting economic and trade relations with the international community. He is a key influencer in Asian and Central Asian Republics and regional economic corridors, leveraging Pakistan’s strategic position. He has led several delegations abroad to expand bilateral trade ties and maintains close and friendly relationships with the diplomatic community in Pakistan.

Recently, Mr. Khan has been appointed as a Director of the Hajira Hamza Foundation, a role he deeply values for its impact on the thalassemia patients and his commitments to this noble cause.