Ashraf Islam (Assoc.Cipd)
About Ashraf Islam (Assoc.Cipd)
Ashraf Islam is a Global Learning & Leadership Development Manager at Liberty Global, known for implementing large-scale learning initiatives that align with business needs. He has extensive experience in learning and development across various sectors, including retail and telecommunications.
Work at Liberty Global
Ashraf Islam serves as the Global Learning & Leadership Development Manager at Liberty Global. In this role, he has implemented large-scale learning and development interventions that align with the company's business demands. His focus on translating vision into action has contributed to driving revenue and enhancing customer experience within the organization. He has held this position since 2020, working from London, England.
Previous Experience at Vodafone
Prior to his current role, Ashraf Islam worked at Vodafone in various capacities. He began as a Personal Banking Advisor in 2008 and progressed to Assistant Manager by 2011. He then transitioned to Store Management from 2011 to 2013, followed by a position as Learning & Development Trainer from 2013 to 2015. He concluded his tenure at Vodafone as a Senior Learning & Development Trainer from 2015 to 2016, gaining extensive experience in training and development.
Experience at Lidl UK and The Gym Group
After his time at Vodafone, Ashraf Islam worked as a Regional Training Manager at Lidl UK for eight months in 2016. He then joined The Gym Group as Training & Development Manager, where he worked for three years until 2020. His roles in these organizations further developed his expertise in learning and development within the retail and hospitality sectors.
Education and Qualifications
Ashraf Islam studied Business Management at the University of Westminster, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. He also completed CIPD Qualifications in Learning & Development, achieving a Level 5 Diploma. These educational credentials support his professional expertise in workforce performance optimization.
Background in Hospitality and Retail
Ashraf Islam possesses strong knowledge in hospitality and retail, which enhances his ability to optimize workforce performance. His diverse experience across various roles in these sectors has equipped him with the skills necessary to implement effective training and development strategies.