INTRODUCTION

Taseer Badar was born with the DNA of an entrepreneur. An immigrant from Pakistan, from an early age Taseer set his sights on a successful business career and to create opportunities. He began several small businesses in high school and college, where he learned how to build trust and exercise financial discipline. After finishing his BA in Entrepreneurship and Finance from Texas A&M University, he joined Morgan Stanley in New York. Taseer’s big picture focus and deep passion for the success of his clients built a tremendous amount of trust. During this time, he realized building an owner-operator private equity firm would yield higher returns, especially one that embodied his strong passion for customer service, drive for constant innovation, a selfless winning attitude and sharp focus on execution.

Taseer formed Houston-headquartered ZT Corporate in 1997 to offer unique investor-owner opportunities to clients. The company has a diverse and dynamic investment portfolio that it owns and operates primarily in the healthcare and automotive space. Its flagship operations include Altus Community Healthcare, a multi-disciplinary healthcare services provider, and ZT Motors, which provides the management expertise and capital to grow retail automobile dealerships. ZT Corporate has grown into a $1 billion business adding 50 plus individual businesses to its portfolio, with offices in Houston, New York City, Century City, Newport, and Los Angeles, as well as an upcoming office in Las Vegas.

In addition, philanthropy and industry development are key aspects of Taseer’s weekly focus to give back to the community ZT serves and inspire the next generation of business leaders. He is a board member for the Boys and Girls Club Southwest Region National Board of Trustees that enables young people to reach their full potential. Taseer also serves under the Dean’s Advisory Board at Texas A&M Mays School of Business, where he is in the position to inspire and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. To give back to his hometown of Houston, he sits on the Board of Directors for Houston Crime Stoppers that aims to reduce serious crime.

MANAGEMENT APPROACH

Taseer’s management approach entails adapting and evolving to ever-changing to market conditions. Internally at ZT Corporate, he terms his style as “changing the menu.” The approach has overcome enormous challenges to achieve continued portfolio growth year over year. For example, after the introduction of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, Taseer’s physician clients suggested an exit from the healthcare vertical, believing Altus Community Healthcare would not survive the regulatory changes. However, Taseer convinced his investors to double down on the opportunity and leveraged the challenge to create an opportunity and established Altus Accountable Care Entity (ACE) with the goal of providing increased quality of care, lower costs and improved patient population health. As a result, Altus has grown by over 300% over the last three years. He also hedged the risk by venturing into non-healthcare verticals such as automotive, real estate and restaurants.

Taseer attributes the success of ZT Corporate and Altus Community Healthcare to the employee empowerment model he champions, believing that true leadership and innovation only comes when his employees share his same passion and enthusiasm for the organization and investors. Breaking from the established corporate norms regarding leadership roles, his portfolio managers are young, dynamic entrepreneurial individuals from diverse backgrounds that play a very key role in the business. Taseer empowers each portfolio manager to build personal relationships with operators and investors, listening, coaching and sharing data-driven insights when appropriate.

Taseer’s original innovative ideas can be illustrated in both his overall go-to-market strategy as well as how he operates his companies. ZT and Altus are built upon an innovative business model that provides a platform to their physicians’ network with true financial security through prudent investment strategies and operational support. This allows physicians to properly manage their practices and provide the best-in-class patient care. Ultimately, ZT and Altus are on a mission to build “healthier communities by empowering physicians,” and are some of the only companies in the United States that provide such comprehensive service offerings to its physician network.

STRONG TRACK RECORD

Financially, the numbers strongly support the incredible level of success Taseer and ZT Corporate have achieved. The company has grown from $28M in portfolio revenues in 2008 to over $1B to date, expanding from a strictly healthcare portfolio to automotive, restaurants and wealth management. This allows ZT Corporate to hedge against the risk and returns associated with healthcare.

GIVING BACK

Taseer’s passion for the community is rooted deep within his businesses and nonprofits. He focuses his philanthropy on key initiatives that deliver lifechanging impact.

Financial giving to local organizations
Taseer provides monthly donations to Shifa Healthcare & Community services, a clinic founded in 1997 as part of the Islamic Society of Greater Houston that provides free social and medical services to the community. He is a regular contributor to Mercy Community Center, which provides a dynamic atmosphere for Houstonians to embrace life and Islam.

Supporting physicians of Pakistani descent
ZT Corporate is a proud corporate partner of the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Decent of North America (APPNA), whose nationwide reach allows ZT to provide educational support, charitable donations, and medical assistance across North America and Pakistan. Additionally, ZT Corporate provides two internships each year for children of APPNA members.

Furthering education in Pakistan
Taseer and ZT Corporate are proud contributors to The Citizen Foundation, a nonprofit currently operating 1,567 purpose-built school units in Pakistan’s urban slums and rural areas. Their team educates more than a quarter-million underprivileged children with 50% female enrollment.

Improving local healthcare
Taseer has set up healthcare systems, through Altus Healthcare, to give back and create an impact in communities that may not have access to first- class emergency care or other medical services. To date, the healthcare network has served thousands in communities across Texas and is one of the few care centers that accepts all insurances (including government) and has in-network contracts to reduce the cost of care to the patients. Additionally, Taseer has helped raise funds and made significant contributions to advance his passion for healthcare for all, which also provides millions in free healthcare for local communities. As of 2022, the Altus Foundation has provided over $10 million in healthcare services to individuals in need.

Youth advancement through sport
Taseer also created ZT Athletics, a 501 (c)3 organization with over 100 teams across the United States that provides opportunities and exposure for youth players no matter their financial need. Driven by his love for baseball, Taseer founded ZT Athletics in 2017, where he plays a hands-on role in molding young baseball talent into esteemed professionals, both on and off the field.

ZT Athletics provides a platform for youth athletes to showcase their talent in the sport while embracing the values of discipline, integrity, teamwork and sportsmanship. The players receive training and mentorship by gaining access to high-profile coaches and world-class facilities.

The program operates two premier training locations, Elite Academy (Houston, TX) and ZT Prospects Academy (Anaheim, CA) as well as facilities through ZT Parks (Pep Mueller Park – Houston, TX) and ZT Athletics Nation (Aviator Park – Mckinney, TX).

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration
University of Michigan

Kraig Killough is the Managing Director of Altus Community Healthcare, as well as a principal partner of ZT Corporate. He oversees all aspects of the company’s growth and performance. After joining ZT Corporate in 2002, he spearheaded the formation of multiple healthcare organizations at Altus Community Healthcare, ranging from acute care to post-acute care, while acting as a primary investor and partner with the company. Through his work as the Chief Operations Officer of Altus, he laid the foundation for the structure and operations of Altus Community Healthcare Management and grew the company from a staff of three to more than 1,000 employees. Prior to joining ZT, Killough was a Vice President with Morgan Stanley and served as a Compliance Principal for two office locations. With Morgan Stanley, he specialized in retirement and estate planning while managing more than $30 million in assets. His career began at the Private Clients Group (PCG) with Olde Discount Corporation; while there, he was promoted and transferred to Houston, where he assisted in opening what became the third largest PCG branch out of 200. Serving as a manager, Mr. Killough also directed the recruiting, hiring, and training of broker trainees for the company’s Southwest Texas region. Mr. Killough has served as the Political Actions Chair for Missouri City NAACP as well as the Board of Directors for the Chester Pitts Charitable Foundation, which assists youth by providing arts and cultural programs. He is also a Client Advisory Board member for TriNet HR Services and a member of the Board of Directors of the nonprofit organization Carson Park. He holds a bachelor’s in Business Administration and Management from the University of Michigan.

FINRA LICENSES: SERIES 7, 8, 63, 65

Nuruddin Ali, a Managing Partner in ZT Capital (a ZT Corporate company), leads the alternative investments and capital market functions for ZT Corporate and its affiliate businesses. In his role, he manages the Private Investment team, conducts project assessments, raises equity and debt for new projects, and structures deals with lenders. Ali also plays a pivotal role in business development and project & relationship management for ZT Corporate. He joined ZT in 2007, after serving as a Vice President at Bank of America.

INTRODUCTION

Currently serving as the Chief of Staff at ZT Corporate, ThuyLan Chang is the longest-standing female executive at the company and a partner in the firm. During her 14 years with the firm, ThuyLan previously served as Vice President, Business Manager to the Chief Executive Officer where she oversaw a variety of business projects that honed her skills in structured problem solving, outcome-oriented execution and executive level communications.

INSPIRATIONAL LEADERSHIP

An integral part of ZT Corporate’s management team as Chief of Staff, ThuyLan is responsible for supporting and advancing the company’s mission while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the marketing and executive administration departments as well as special projects. She plays an active role in the execution of strategic initiatives for the Chairman and CEO and other members of senior leadership, helping drive significant impact on the company’s business objectives. In addition to her daily responsibilities, ThuyLan continues to play a significant role in the firm’s philanthropic efforts and internship program. In 2021, she was named one of Houston Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business for the finance industry.

GENEROUS PHILANTHROPY

A passionate believer in corporate social responsibility and an ardent philanthropic supporter, ThuyLan donates her time as the Director of Marketing for the Altus Foundation, a nonprofit organization that has given back $10M+ in healthcare services to families that do not have access to first-class medical services. In addition, she oversees ZT Baseball, a 501(c)(3) organization with hundreds of teams across the U.S. that provides opportunities and exposure for the youth in our communities no matter their financial need.

Finally, ThuyLan oversees the largest and most extravagant annual black-tie event in Houston, ZT Corporate’s Chairman Gala, hosted by the company at the end of each year. She is responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all organization publications, including those leading up to gala, raising funds to support ZT Corporate’s foundations each year.

Farrukh Tariq brings over 21 years of extensive expertise spanning operations, business development, and finance across diverse sectors. With a knack for effective management, he adeptly navigates through varying market landscapes, showcasing his visionary leadership by pioneering innovative revenue growth strategies. Farrukh excels in orchestrating comprehensive business functions encompassing finance, sales, and HR, while steering diverse teams and spearheading successful sell-side transactions. Renowned for his achievement-oriented approach, he is a dynamic executor, leveraging analytical prowess and leadership acumen to tackle challenges head-on. Armed with a degree in Economics, Farrukh is a seasoned professional driven by a passion for delivering results.

Farhan Kasbati is the Chief Financial Officer at ZT Corporate, a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Houston, Texas. In this pivotal role, he spearheads the company’s strategic financial initiatives, overseeing acquisitions, financing, and divestments across the entire ZT Group portfolio.

Prior to his tenure at ZT Corporate, Farhan amassed invaluable experience at two of the world’s foremost audit firms, PwC LLP and EY LLP, where he honed his expertise in auditing cross sectoral clients. His remarkable journey led him to assume the position of Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at Saudi Aramco, where he played a pivotal role in orchestrating landmark transactions, including the historic Saudi Aramco IPO—the largest ever public offering.

Farhan is distinguished by his professional credentials, holding the esteemed designations of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). His academic journey culminated with a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the prestigious Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), solidifying his foundation in business management and finance.

With his unparalleled blend of experience, expertise, and academic acumen, Farhan Kasbati continues to drive innovation and excellence in the realm of corporate finance, cementing his legacy as a leader in the global financial landscape.

Baber Sheikh is the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at ZT Corporate, a prominent Houston-based private investment firm with holdings in healthcare services and franchise automotive dealerships. As CIO, Baber spearheads the firm’s M&A activities, overseeing all acquisitions and divestitures across ZT’s portfolio. He joined ZT in 2023, bringing 20+ years of strategy, investment banking and transactions leadership experience across multiple industries.

Prior to joining ZT, Baber was a Senior Director in Strategy & Transactions at EY-Parthenon (strategy consulting arm of Ernst & Young LLP). He advised multiple Fortune 100 clients on M&A strategy and operational execution, driving complex buy-side and sell-side transactions.

Baber was previously an Investment Banker to the energy industry. He held investment banking positions with Raymond James, UBS, and Citigroup and was based in New York, Houston and London. He was instrumental in helping corporate and private equity clients achieve their growth and financial objectives through acquisitions, divestitures, and related strategic initiatives. He advised clients on identifying the right investors, partners and buyers for capital raises, joint ventures, and asset transactions. As an investment banker, Baber advised dozens of management teams and executed over $12 billion of M&A transactions and $70 billion of debt & equity offerings. He also helped multiple clients raise capital through IPOs.

Baber holds an MBA from Rice University and a B.A. in economics with a mathematics concentration from Haverford College.

Judy Ku, Chief Performance & Operations Officer, brings 25 years of expertise in client relations management, business development, sales, and marketing, with experience at Giorgio Armani and LVMH. With involvement in foundation and philanthropic work, she will play a key role in shaping ZT’s customer experience strategy, driving innovative initiatives, and strengthening relationships across all industries ZT serves. Her leadership and deep understanding of luxury and high-touch client engagement will help foster long-term success and meaningful community connections.

Ali Tariq is a strategic finance leader with deep expertise in healthcare finance, including M&A (buy-side and sell-side), credit structuring, and core financial operations. He brings a systems-level perspective to complex financial challenges, translating sophisticated concepts into clear, actionable strategies.

Ali is recognized for integrating financial, operational, and policy considerations to drive growth and resilience across healthcare platforms. Whether deploying capital for high-growth ventures or guiding freestanding emergency centers through evolving reimbursement models, he combines analytical rigor with a keen eye for structural efficiency. Ali is a trusted partner in shaping high-stakes financial strategies and advancing innovation.

Amanda brings more than 20 years of leadership experience building high-performing teams and strong cultures across complex, multi-unit organizations. For the past 13 years, she held senior leadership roles with Prada, where she led multi-state portfolios and large teams while consistently delivering growth, strengthening leadership pipelines, and elevating organizational performance. Prior to Prada, Amanda developed her leadership foundation across other global luxury brands, gaining deep expertise in people leadership, operational discipline, and talent development.

As Chief People Officer, Amanda will lead ZT’s enterprise people strategy, with a focus on culture, leadership development, organizational design, and performance alignment across the portfolio.

Shayan brings over 12 years of experience as a finance and transformation executive that is spread across working with private equity sponsors, boards, and management teams to drive value creation across multi-entity platforms.

Shayan began his professional journey in journalism before transitioning early-on into management consulting where he advised senior leadership teams on enterprise-level financial, operational, and technology transformation initiatives. Over time, he has performed deeply embedded leadership roles within PE-backed environments, supporting initiatives focused on cash flow optimization, margin expansion, finance modernization, and exit readiness.

Shayan’s background spans mid-sized enterprises across automotive, wholesale distribution, healthcare, manufacturing, and oil and gas. Most recently, he was leading a finance transformation practice at Arthur Lawrence, a global management and technology consulting firm, serving in a Managing Director capacity where he drove 100% growth in the practice during his tenure.

Ron Lieberman serves as a strategic advisor to the ZT Corporate Chairman and CEO, bringing more than 30 years of experience in finance, operations, and public‑private partnerships. As Executive Vice President at The Trump Organization, he oversees financial management, insurance strategy, and major development initiatives across the company’s golf and real estate portfolio. Ron applies his deep expertise in complex projects and organizational oversight to support ZT Corporate’s growth, risk evaluation, and long‑term strategic planning.

Howard Levine, Chief Business Officer and Managing Partner, Miami, brings deep expertise from over 15 years in senior banking leadership, most recently serving as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Consumer Banking Officer at Amerant Bank. In his new role at ZT, Levine will lead the firm’s Miami expansion, with a focus on developing strategic partnerships, optimizing operations, and advancing stakeholder relationships. He is widely respected for his collaborative leadership approach and ability to align teams and investors around long-term value creation.

Nuruddin Ali, a Managing Partner in ZT Capital (a ZT Corporate company), leads the alternative investments and capital market functions for ZT Corporate and its affiliate businesses. In his role, he manages the Private Investment team, conducts project assessments, raises equity and debt for new projects, and structures deals with lenders. Ali also plays a pivotal role in business development and project & relationship management for ZT Corporate. He joined ZT in 2007, after serving as a Vice President at Bank of America.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
University of Houston

Azhar Hirani is a hands-on investor, advisor, and mentor to numerous physicians in his role as ZT Corporate’s Senior Managing Director, a role in which he is focused on onboarding new clients while serving as a relationship manager to limited partners who invest in ZT Corporate’s portfolio of companies. Since joining ZT in 2007, he has advanced from positions as a Client Service and Investment Associate to Assistant Vice President and now Vice President of Private Equity. In his current role, he manages the Private Equity Sales team, which involves relationship management, advising and educating retail clients on new private investments, analyzing private equity portfolios, and oversight of clients’ invested capital in internal private projects. He also manages, raises, and drives strategic business development for the firm. Passionate about business, marketing, and sales, Mr. Hirani maintains deep expertise in high-ticket sales and has a record of success in sourcing capital and acquiring new customers. He also plays a key role in team development and enjoys mentoring Junior Private Equity Associates. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Management from the University of Houston.

Howard Levine, Chief Business Officer and Managing Partner, Miami, brings deep expertise from over 15 years in senior banking leadership, most recently serving as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Consumer Banking Officer at Amerant Bank. In his new role at ZT, Levine will lead the firm’s Miami expansion, with a focus on developing strategic partnerships, optimizing operations, and advancing stakeholder relationships. He is widely respected for his collaborative leadership approach and ability to align teams and investors around long-term value creation.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance & Accounting
University of Houston

Roger Manghnani is the Managing Partner of the ZT New York Office. He is focused on business development and creates growth for high-net worth individuals. Prior to ZT, Manghnani was Vice President of Client Relationships at JP Morgan and an Associate of Institutional Equities and Head of Operations at Global Macro Hedge Fund. He is known as a quick problem solver and an excellent networker. With his vast professional network and exceptional work ethic, Roger is an essential part of the New York office.

Kevin Gandhi joined ZT Corporate in 2011, where he currently serves as an Executive Vice President for the Private Equity Division, managing client relationships and communicating on their investment portfolio performance. Prior to joining the private equity division in 2015, Kevin managed the residential property portfolio of ZT Leasing, which included multiple residential properties across the US.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
University of Oklahoma

Javed Iqbal is a skilled management professional who has had outstanding success building and maintaining relationships with key client decision-makers and establishing large-volume, high-profit accounts with excellent levels of retention and loyalty. During his tenure at ZT Corporate, Mr. Iqbal has initiated and established personalized client relationships and maintained strategic dialogue with investor partners while raising capital for ZT partnerships and funds. In addition to these efforts, Mr. Iqbal also oversees the execution and implementation of client partnership agreements for smooth onboarding.

Before joining ZT Corporate, Mr. Iqbal served for more than a decade as the Vice President of Business Development for Transnational Inc., a Los Angeles-based specialty publishing company. He began his career on Wall Street at United Bank in New York, where he served as a Business Development Officer. Mr. Iqbal earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Oklahoma, where he was listed in the Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities list.

He currently sits on the board of the Houston Community College Foundation (HCCF). Mr. Iqbal’s development focus is primarily geared towards professional trade organization, the Association of Physicians of Pakistani-Descent of North America (APPNA), where he helps with key account management and represents ZT Corporate. He is fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
University of Houston

Nuruddin (Nick) Mehdi is a seasoned business leader with over three decades of experience in operations, business development, and strategic growth. As the Vice President of Operations and Business Development at ZT Corporate, Nick plays a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s private equity portfolio, fostering investor relationships, and optimizing operational efficiencies.

With a deep-rooted understanding of the financial landscape, Nick specializes in cultivating long-term partnerships with high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors, and business leaders. His ability to identify market opportunities and align investor needs with strategic investment solutions has been instrumental in driving capital growth and strengthening ZT Corporate’s investment platform.

Nick’s expertise extends beyond private equity—he is a successful entrepreneur who has built, scaled, and exited multiple businesses, giving him a first-hand understanding of the financial needs and challenges business owners face. He previously managed and was a partner in over 180 Cricket Wireless stores across six states, providing him with invaluable experience in scaling operations, strategic decision-making, and capital allocation. This background allows him to relate to business clients on a deeper level, helping them navigate investment opportunities that align with their financial goals. Nick also sits on the board of a publicly traded company in the OTC market.

A long-time resident of Sugar Land, Texas, Nick has spent the past 26 years building strong connections within the Greater Houston business community. His leadership is defined by a results-driven approach, integrity, and a commitment to delivering sustainable financial solutions that create long-term value for investors and business owners alike.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Information Systems Engineering
University of Westminster London, United Kingdom

Mohsin Malik joined ZT Corporate in 2011 and plays a vital role in driving business development and strategic growth across the organization. As Vice President of Private Equity & Corporate Relationships, he excels at building new relationships while maintaining long-standing physician and client partnerships to ensure ZT Corporate consistently meets evolving client needs.

Since joining ZT, Mohsin has contributed significantly to the firm’s growth by bringing new clients to the Private Equity division, serving as a key point of contact for new markets in development, and supporting private equity initiatives through capital-raising efforts leveraging his extensive network.

Mohsin provides oversight of all ZT Corporate nonprofit initiatives, including serving as Vice President of the Altus Foundation and volunteering as a Project Leader for the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA).

An avid athlete with a storied background as a youth cricket player in England, Mohsin also serves as President of ZT Athletics.

As a Director in ZT Corporate’s Private Equity practice, Chihiro cultivates enduring relationships by aligning investor needs with investment opportunities across ZT’s diverse projects. His journey with ZT Corporate began after a successful career in real estate, where he spearheaded deals from acquisition to disposition. Notably, he facilitated capital formation efforts that resulted in $29 million of acquisitions and nearly 600 multifamily units. Chihiro is also a limited partner across various asset classes, shaping his career through resourcefulness, resilience, and the simplification of operational complexity.

Prior to his venture into private equity, Chihiro served as a Business Analytics Manager at Toyota Financial Services. In this role, he applied analytical approaches to enhance loyalty and marketing ROI for both Lexus and Toyota. He also played a pivotal part in establishing marketing infrastructure for Mazda Financial Services.

Chihiro holds an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and a BS from the University of California, Berkeley.

With over 15 years of experience in real estate investment and a strong foundation in luxury retail, Ahmed Khan brings a unique blend of market insight, client relationship expertise, and business acumen to ZT Private Equity. His track record in building businesses with brands like Zegna, LVMH, Rolex and navigating dynamic markets allows him to identify opportunities and create long-term value for clients and partners.

At ZT, Ahmed channels this experience to drive growth, strengthen investor relations, and help expand the firm’s presence—especially in the Las Vegas market.

Arthur Chiu is a Senior Relationship Manager at ZT Corporate, where he partners with high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and professionals to provide access to exclusive private equity investments focused on consistent cash flow, diversification, and long-term value.

Prior to joining ZT, Arthur held leadership roles at Bank of America as a Senior Lending Officer and Relationship Manager. Based in the Irvine and greater Orange County area, he built a strong reputation for guiding affluent clients through complex lending and wealth strategies. His performance and client-focused approach earned him President’s Club honors, recognizing him as one of the top producers nationally.

Now based out of ZT’s Newport Beach office, Arthur plays a key role in the firm’s West Coast expansion, helping bridge institutional-grade private equity offerings with the personalized service and long-term relationships that clients value.

EDUCATION

Master of Business & Information Technology, Finance
University of the Punjab in Lahore, Pakistan

Bachelor of Commerce
University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Najeeha Ghias manages day-to-day operations and investor relations communications in the company’s Private Equity (PE) division and serves as a liaison between PE and other departments/teams. In her role, she works with CPAs and internal auditors and collaborates with executive management, legal attorneys, and the accounting team. Before joining ZT Corporate in 2014, she worked as an Auditor and Risk Analyst for the National Bank of Pakistan, where she also acted as a liaison with information systems auditors as well as the company’s regional audit offices. She holds a Master of Business and Information Technology with a concentration in Finance from the University of the Punjab in Lahore, Pakistan and a Bachelor of Commerce, also from the University of the Punjab. She is a Certified Associate of the Institute of Bankers Pakistan, and, during her tenure at the Lahore-based bank, earned a Distinction in Business Communication. Passionate about service, Ms. Ghias has contributed as a volunteer with the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, where she helped with data management for the Pathology Department during an annual internal audit.

Ali Tariq is a strategic finance leader with deep expertise in healthcare finance, including M&A (buy-side and sell-side), credit structuring, and core financial operations. He brings a systems-level perspective to complex financial challenges, translating sophisticated concepts into clear, actionable strategies.

Ali is recognized for integrating financial, operational, and policy considerations to drive growth and resilience across healthcare platforms. Whether deploying capital for high-growth ventures or guiding freestanding emergency centers through evolving reimbursement models, he combines analytical rigor with a keen eye for structural efficiency. Ali is a trusted partner in shaping high-stakes financial strategies and advancing innovation.

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Global Finance
Fordham University, Gabelli School of Business
Bachelor of Science, Finance

Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Wuhan, China

Bachelor of Science, Finance
University of West Georgia

As an Investment Associate with ZT Corporate, Mr. Ju is an integral part of the company’s private equity deal team on the buy/sell-side of transactions. He specializes in healthcare and auto dealerships, performing valuation analyses and financial modeling for portfolio entities going through M&A activity on both the buy and sell sides. In his work for ZT Corporate, he creates CIM, pitchbooks, private placement, and other deal collateral; leads confirmatory diligence workstream; develops financial models; works with the investment team to create investment cases and model investment theses; consults with the portfolio management team to guide and influence long term and strategic decision making, and manages the financial analysts.

Mr. Ju joined the company in 2018, after serving as a private equity associate for three years with the Woodlake Group in New York City. There, he specialized in the education, industrial, and healthcare industries, involved in financial modeling, conducting research and deal origination, and portfolio management.

Mr. Ju holds an MS in Finance from Fordham University and a BS in Finance from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level III Candidate and is fluent in both English and Mandarin.

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Finance and Information System
The Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Finance and Mathematics-Economics
University of Pittsburgh

As an Investment Senior Associate with ZT Corporate, Mr Gao is responsible for assisting in performing the tasks of evaluating the performance of potential investments and conducting due diligence as well as perform quantitative analysis of specific transactions.

Prior to joining ZT Corporate, Ken Gao served as an Equity Research Associate at Tigress Financial Partners LLC. His responsibilities include assisting with the coverage of sector through analysis of the industry macro trends and company financials. Mr. Gao provides analytical support by maintaining and updating financial and valuation models. Mr. Gao was also responsible for writing and publishing initial coverage and research update on Chinese ADRs.

Mr. Gao received two M.S. in Finance and Information Systems from Johns Hopkins University and two B.S. in Accounting, Finance and Mathematics-Economics from University of Pittsburgh. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Enrolled Agent (EA). He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level II Candidate and is fluent in both English and Mandarin. Mr. Gao holds FINRA Licenses: Series 7, 63, 86 and 87.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Law
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science & Government
San Diego State University

Nasir Pasha is the founder and managing attorney of Pasha Law, PC and serves as outside general counsel to ZT Corporate and its portfolio and affiliated entities, including Altus Community Healthcare. In this role, Mr. Pasha advises executive leadership on corporate governance, healthcare and business transactions, compliance management, legal risk management, litigation oversight, contracting, billing and collection matters, and the coordination of internal and external legal resources.

Mr. Pasha has built his practice around providing practical, business-oriented legal counsel to closely held and growth-oriented companies, with a particular focus on healthcare, technology, corporate operations, and long-term outside general counsel relationships. Through Pasha Law, PC, he and his team support ZT Corporate and its related businesses across a broad range of legal and operational needs, helping ensure that complex matters are managed efficiently and brought to the best possible resolution.

Mr. Pasha earned his J.D. from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California, and his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from San Diego State University. He is licensed to practice law in California, Illinois, New York, and Texas. Outside of his legal practice, he is a hobbyist coder and remains involved in volunteer and advocacy efforts on behalf of displaced refugees from around the world.

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Human Resources Management
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts, Corporate Communications with a Minor in International Business
Houston Baptist University

Uyen Chiang works as a Marketing & Event Coordinator at ZT Corporate. Her role involves working with the executive management team to identify, develop, implement, and assess strategic marketing and branding activities that support the company’s goals and objectives. She is in charge of creating marketing collateral, managing the company’s social media, and leading large-scale client events, including conferences, trade shows, executive summits and retreats, sales meetings, incentive trips, product launches, and training. In addition, she also oversees the planning and logistics for a nonprofit organization, Altus Foundation’s annual gala in Houston, which raised more than $1M in 2018.

After coming on board with ZT Corporate in 2016, Ms. Chiang collaborated with different departments to launch a number of projects and most recently spearheaded ZT’s rebranding campaign. She currently works closely with ZT’s Private Equity division and directs the creative design and PR teams.

Prior to ZT, she served as an Account Executive with Adecco Group North America, where she was responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality recruitment to a group of assigned clients. Ms. Chiang holds a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications with a Minor in International Business from the University of Houston and a Master of Science in Human Resources Management from Houston Baptist University.

EDUCATION

Master of Human Resource Management
University of Phoenix

Master of Business Administration, Global Management
University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science, Marketing
University of Phoenix

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS

Professional in Human Resource Certification
Society of Human Resource Management

General Lines Insurance License
State of Texas

Tadessa Johnson-Williams serves as Vice President of Human Resources for ZT Corporate. Ms. Williams is a Certified Human Resource Professional with more than 15 years of experience supporting the strategic initiatives of Altus Community Healthcare Management and ZT Corporate, where, since 2011, she has worked to develop and manage strategic human resources functions and initiatives to support human capital within the organization. During her tenure as HR Director at ZT Corporate, she has successfully created congruent human capital management processes across the organization’s 23 entities. Her team provides concierge-level service to more than 1,200 employees on a daily basis.

Before joining ZT, Ms. Williams was a Regional Human Resource Consultant for TriNet, where she consulted with small to mid-sized businesses, offering strategies related to human capital management and risk mitigation. She served in similar roles for ADP TotalSource, Advantec, and Gevity. Ms. Williams holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, a Master of Science in Human Resource Management, and a Master of Business Administration in Global Management, all from the University of Phoenix. She is a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certified by the Society of Human Resource Management.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance & Accounting
Sam Houston State University

Robert John Lee is the Vice President of Financial Analytics and Growth Development for ZT Corporate. Mr. Lee is a highly analytical, competitive professional with experience in accounting, operations, sales, inventory control, employee compliance, payroll reporting, budgeting, invoicing, payments, HR analytics, and customer service. He also acts as the liaison to ZT Group Business Center One. Before joining ZT Corporate in 2010, he was a Level III Accounting Clerk at Transocean and an Operations Manager for Absolute Fabrication. At Absolute, a commercial installation startup, he began as a bookkeeper, managing accounts payable and receivable, a payroll with a maximum of 15 employees, and collection activities. Due to the caliber of his work at Absolute, Mr. Lee was promoted to Operations Manager. Prior to building his accounting career, he served for eight years with the US Marine Corps, where he worked both domestically and internationally in management and oceanography, as well as meteorology analysis and forecasting. Over his military career, he advanced rapidly to the level of Sergeant, with increasing responsibilities and commendations for exemplary performance. He earned an Associate of Arts degree in Business from North Harris Montgomery Community College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, where he was inducted into the International Honor Society.