Subrina Hossain is the Chief Executive of NTV Europe and is one of the very few successful TV
executives within the media industry.
NTV is the leading Bangladeshi TV channel for Non resident Bangladeshis around the globe. NTV
Europe, a subsidiary of NTV has been a phenomenal success in the UK and across Europe due primarily
to Subrina’s pragmatic leadership.
Her bold and charismatic leadership has contributed significantly towards the financial and
strategic interest and success of NTV Europe.
Subrina completed her undergrad from London Metropolitan University with a law degree. It was here
that her leadership attributes began to emerge, Subrina was elected the star of the law course
representing students’ needs, concerns and expectations to the Students’ Union and University
officials.
After completing her MBA she has continued to study for her PhD(Digital Marketing) at Canterbury
Christ Church University.
A true philanthropist and dedicated business woman. Subrina has used her position and business
acumen to raise the profile of the channel and has shown true commitment to serving the public.
Subrina Hossain has been honored with two separate awards on 27th September 2025 from the Senate and
Assembly of the State of New York, USA. She received the prestigious “Certificate of Recognition”
from Senator Luis R. Sepulveda of the State of New York, USA, and then received another special
award from Assemblywoman Yudelka Tapia of the State of New York, USA. The awards were presented in
recognition of her pioneering leadership in media, community engagement, and women’s empowerment. At
the same time, it also mentioned her contribution to inclusive development and raising the voices of
the diaspora on the global stage. She is the first ever British person to have received both
recognitions.
Subrina has been awarded The Freeman-ship, The Freedom of the City of London on 24th September 2019
for her outstanding contribution to the British society. She is one of the few British-Bangladeshi
that have received this prestigious award.
Subrina introduced programs at NTV Europe to accommodate Metropoliton Police and NHS to share their
messages and created platforms for them to promote their services. To her credit she has completed
over 4 thousand hours of volunteering for the Royal Voluntary Service during the current pandemic.
Supporting the government’s vaccine initiative, Subrina’s involvement has had a direct impact on the
uptake of the vaccine amongst the British Bangladeshi Community, combating fears and misconceptions
that previously prevented or hindered the uptake of the vaccine
Her efforts to highlight issues and raise awareness on health and safety, along with her many
campaigns to tackle the rising issues of violent crime, gangs and knife crime have been applauded by
the Met and many community organisations.
She is a recognised figure within the British community, known as a tenacious, resilient individual
who is willing to serve the community.
Subrina an executive and non-executive director to a number of companies was the first female to be
elected on the Board of Directors of the British Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce. Where she
championed the interests of the British-Bangladeshi businesses and the community and continues to
work on the issue of gender equality and women empowerment.
Serving as the Vice President for British Bangladeshi Chambers of Women Entrepreneurs, an
organization that profiles and mentors successful business women within British-Bangladeshi society
she has spent much time encouraging and mentoring women who are interested on becoming directors or
company board members and believes in the ethos of equality, diversity and inclusion.
With her relentless efforts over the years to successfully raise the Bengali profile and it’s
contribution to the mainstream, she is regularly recognised and highlighted by many mainstream Asian
publications and is widely regarded as a luminary by the Asian media and business community.
Subrina successfully patronised an event called “Business Friends of NTV” that recognises business
leaders, their innovation and input for the benefit of the British society.
She is a Level 1 user at the UKBA Sponsor Management System and the Authorising Officer,
responsible for all day to day management of the SMS.
Subrina Hossain is a qualified immigration advisor approved by Immigration Advice Authority.
Providing immigration services to the people in need.
Britain’s curry industry subsidises heavily towards the local and national economy. However, due to
unfavourable situation this industry has been anguished heavily. Subrina introduced a new program
named “Meet the Guvnor” through NTV to reach out to the community involved with this industry across
the nation to understand their concerns and to address them.
Tackling and highlighting the issue of chefs on the shortage occupation list. She introduced a
competition called “Cooking Queen” through NTV that encouraged women from different backgrounds to
participate in nationwide competitions which not only enhanced their confidence but also helped to
create a positive impression about the role, allowing them the opportunity to move on and in some
cases start a new career.
Subrina has been a great supporter of sports too. She understands that sports can play a pivotal
role in our well-being and community cohesion. She has successfully organised “NTV Community
Cricket Cup” for last 5 years to encourage young people to get more involved with sports for their
physical and mental well-being. In response to the government’s calls to businesses to create
opportunities for local people, Subrina has set up a social enterprise keeping community interest in
heart.
Subrina is a qualified training provider and is delivering relevant training programs for local
unemployed people, helping hundreds to improve their chances of securing apprenticeships, training
and employment.
Subrina has introduced an Apprenticeship scheme for 13 to 19 years olds helping them gain the
necessary knowledge from their early age to be successful in their future careers.
Subrina spends her spare time teaching as a cover teacher to give something back to the education
sector.
Recently, during the current pandemic, Subrina has helped vulnerable ethnic minorities financially
through fundraising.
Subrina’s professional and personal projects have been widely regarded by the experts as she has
successfully maximised participation and retention for all the organisations she has been actively
associated with. She has prioritised the demands of the community more often than many others. Her
passion and projects are based upon decency, respect and responsibility.