OUR LEADERSHIP

TARIQ NAWAZ

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Tariq nawaz is the president & ceo of centennial group. prior to forming the centennial group, tariq has held several prestigious positions in senior & executive management for two decades with wapda, civil aviation authority, private airline, construction and oil & gas companies. he has extensive international experience across the globe, especially in pakistan, United Arab Emirates, qatar, singapore, malaysia, azerbaijan, south africa, united kingdom and the united states of america.

He received his formal education from the university of engineering and technology lahore, with an honors bachelors in electrical engineering. he went on to pursue his masters in business administration (finance & marketing) from the college of business administration, philippines. he is a member of the pakistan engineering council, pakistan engineering congress, and institution of electrical engineers.

Tariq has an experience for setting up the infrastructure and all the operational aspects of several operations, including their sales & marketing, administration, public relations and customer services.

Director Finance & Marketing

Dr. Abdul Rauf Rind, a renowned pediatric surgeon and leading businessman in Russia, was appointed Honorary Consul General of Pakistan in Saint Petersburg in 2007. He has been instrumental in strengthening Pakistan-Russia relations, particularly in the energy and Petroleum Sector, fostering strategic partnerships between Russian refineries, Gazprom, Rosneft, and major oil companies in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan.

With his extensive network, Dr. Rind has facilitated high-level engagements between Pakistan’s Ministry of Petroleum and major energy stakeholders across Russia and Central Asia, supporting investment opportunities and energy cooperation. His expertise has been crucial in bridging Pakistan’s trade and energy needs with Russian and Central Asian oil and gas companies.

Beyond his contributions to the energy sector, Dr. Rind has played a key role in enhancing trade, education, and cultural exchange between Pakistan and Russia. He has organized numerous business forums, cultural programs, and diplomatic meetings, including engagements with the Governor’s Office in Saint Petersburg, Pakistani officials, and leading business delegations.

His representation of Pakistan at global economic platforms, including the World Economic Forum in Saint Petersburg, further underscores his commitment to strengthening international ties.

Dr. ABDUL RAUF RIND

Director Finance & Marketing