Our Story

The Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) is established to promote the apparel & textile industry in Bangladesh.

As the largest private apparel initiative in the country, we are pioneering sustainable growth throughout the nation's entire apparel ecosystem. Through our diverse and meaningful initiatives, we are continuously striving to take Bangladesh to new heights as a responsible sourcing destination.

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Our History

The Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) has a storied history as the largest private apparel initiative in Bangladesh. Since its establishment, BAE has been dedicated to promoting sustainability, innovation, and transparency within the industry. Through strategic partnerships and unwavering commitment, BAE has played a pivotal role in positioning Bangladesh as the world’s second-largest apparel exporter.

Throughout its Journey, BAE has fostered a culture of sustainability, driving the adoption of responsible practices that prioritize ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. With a focus on progress and empowerment, BAE continues to shape the industry’s trajectory, leaving a lasting impact on the future of Bangladesh’s apparel sector.

Our Mission

First and foremost, our core mission is to label Bangladesh the most prominent and reliable sourcing destination in the world. One of our biggest purposes is to empower and elevate the industry through multifaceted initiatives that propel the apparel industry to new heights.

We encourage innovative and visionary ideas that can revolutionize the entire sector. We are continuously taking on new challenges and initiatives to realize our vision of sustainable growth through fostering knowledge and innovation and embracing transparency.

Being the largest private apparel initiative in the country, we want to secure a future where progress, a steadfast commitment to excellence, and social responsibility intertwine seamlessly.

“It fills me with immense pride to reflect on our journey and envision the future that lies ahead. From its humble beginnings, BAE has blossomed into a dynamic force driving positive change within the apparel industry. Our vision for Bangladesh Apparel Exchange has always been to create an ecosystem where sustainability, innovation, and transparency thrive.”

Mostafiz Uddin
Founder and CEO
Bangladesh Apparel Exchange

Meet Our Team

Mostafiz Uddin

Founder and CEO

Leslie Alexander

Founder and CEO

Jerome Bell

Founder and CEO

Darlene Robertson

Founder and CEO

Mostafiz Uddin

Founder and CEO

Leslie Alexander

Founder and CEO

Jerome Bell

Founder and CEO

Darlene Robertson

Founder and CEO

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