B M Shorif
With over a decade of leadership in the technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation ecosystem, I specialize in youth entrepreneurship development, strategic business growth, and high-impact communication. As the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of DAPCO Ventures Ltd., where I lead a growing portfolio of innovation-driven ventures across technology, e-commerce, media, and sustainable agriculture.
Entrepreneur
Founded 9 companies in different types of innovation or business globally.
Startup Acceelerator
Helped 3+ startups to establish as Partner & CTO.
Investor
Invested in 6+ different kind of Business.
Innovation Leader
Invented approx. 20 tech products.
I hold a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) from the University of Rajshahi, which laid the foundation for my journey into technology and innovation. To strengthen my managerial and leadership capabilities, I completed the ACMP from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka.
I further expanded my global perspective through the Digital Business & Innovation Leadership Program at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where I gained deeper insights into digital transformation, innovation strategy, and future-ready business models.
DAPCO Group leads a portfolio of innovation-driven ventures, including Skylark for digital solutions, Kuli Express for e-commerce, Backyard Weekend for media, and Radiyan Agro Village for sustainable agriculture. Collectively, these initiatives tackle real-world challenges through technology, creativity, and sustainability.
Experience
Academic & Industry Advisory Roles
I currently serve as an Industrial Advisor at the following universities:
- Bangladesh Army University of Engineering & Technology (BAUET)
- Jamalpur University
- Netrokona University
Through these roles, I actively contribute to:
- Aligning academic curriculum with real-world industry needs
- Promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup culture
- Supporting research commercialization
- Preparing graduates to become globally competitive, industry-ready professionals
National Leadership & Policy Engagement
I currently serve as the Chairman, Sub-Committee on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) at
Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS).
Additionally, I serve as Co-Chairman of Bangladesh Association of Call Center & Outsourcing (BACCO), where I contribute to:
- National skill development & training programs
- Expansion of the BPO & outsourcing industry
- Strengthening workforce capacity
- Enhancing Bangladesh’s global competitiveness in IT-enabled services
About DAPCO
DAPCO Ventures Ltd is a global technology ventures group, registered in Bangladesh as a Limited company and in the United States as an LLC. Operating as a software development and SaaS innovation company, DAPCO delivers both onshore and offshore technology services to clients worldwide.
With a primary development hub in Bangladesh and strategic operations in the United States, DAPCO offers end-to-end digital solutions with global delivery standards. Our core service areas include:
- IT Consulting & Digital Transformation
- Mobile Application Development (iOS & Android)
- Custom Software Development
- SaaS Product Design & Deployment
- Enterprise & Cloud-Based Solutions
Driven by a strong product innovation culture, DAPCO is also a SaaS Venture Group, actively building and scaling multiple software platforms across diverse industries. Our mission is to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance digital solutions that empower businesses to grow in a competitive global market.