Md. Abdus Samad is one of the founding staff of ASEAB. He has been working with ASEAB since the organization's inception in 1993. Over the decades, he performed roles in different domains of the organization and achieved a comprehensive understanding of cross-cutting issues. At present, he steers the program division. With his vast institutional memory and professional knowledge, he helps the Executive Committee and Executive Director to design appropriate policies and strategies. He received many trainings in disaster management, adult education, WASH, and leadership. He studied Islamic Studies at Dhaka University and obtained a master’s degree.