Strategic Adviser, Commonwealth Enterprise & Investment Council | Chairman, Z Groups
Zillur Hussain MBE is a British-Bangladeshi entrepreneur, philanthropist and community leader based in the UK. With experience in investment management and international business development, he works to connect entrepreneurs, investors and leaders across the UK, Europe, the Commonwealth and South Asia.
As Founder and Chairman of the BIZNET Global Awards, Zillur is building a platform that recognises excellence in business, leadership and community. His vision goes beyond an awards ceremony — BIZNET aims to bring people together to exchange ideas, explore investment opportunities and form lasting partnerships across borders.
His vision goes beyond an awards ceremony.
Zillur serves as a Strategic Adviser to the Commonwealth Enterprise & Investment Council, with a focus on Bangladesh, and is Chairman of Z Groups. He has also worked with The Queen's Commonwealth Trust. His experience includes bringing high-profile delegations together with business and government leaders, helping them build relationships, showcase opportunities and explore potential trade and investment partnerships.
Community service is equally central to his work. As Founder of the Zi Foundation, Zillur leads initiatives that support vulnerable people and families, promote mental health awareness and celebrate the cultures that enrich local communities. He was awarded an MBE for his services to the community, receiving the honour from the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle.
Through BIZNET, Zillur hopes to connect ambitious people with the relationships and opportunities they need to succeed, while celebrating leaders whose work makes a lasting difference to their communities