Founder Chairman’s Message

“Credibility is one’s greatest asset” and credibility comes only through education. The objectives of education and experiences thereof are closely linked with that of our life. Modern education is classified from kindergarten level to specialties and super specialties thus branching out into perfect areas of specialization; education is not meant for acquiring knowledge and information alone but to translate them into action and activities for the convenience of man and human race as a whole. As I pen this message, I am aware that agricultural robots and cultured meat would be abundantly available soon. Thus goes the thousands of innovations the advance of technology offers to man. P. A. First Grade College seeks to employ the youth at a very early age and thus equip them with the necessary skill sets where theoretical and practical knowledge intersects. As the chairman, I assure one and all of you to do whatever humanly possible to convert your dream into reality.

Late Dr.P.A.Ibrahim Haji Founder Chairman

Late Dr. P. A. Ibrahim Haji born into humble background of the rural village of Pallikare, Kasaragod, Kerala's border district with Karnataka best known for Bekal Fort, the biggest in the state. His parents are late Mr. PA. Abdulla Haji and Aiyashabi. He had his early education in Government Mapplia L.P. School and Kottikulam Government Fishery High School. He had his college education in Mangalore Govt. Arts College in Karnataka and from Chennai he secured a Diploma in Automobile Engineering. Central Minister for Power, the late P.M. Sayeed and ex- Central Minister for Law Veerappa Moily were his college mates during his studies at Mangalore Govt. Arts College.

He was a man of lofty visions. His ideals for uplifting the downtrodden have won many appreciations. Education and Empowerment, interest him the most. Not surprisingly, PACE Group is committed to empower the nation through its educational and business ventures. He had a dream and the path to that dream was never easy, but hard and full of obstacles; yet he worked "with heart within and God over head", never succumbing to difficulties. The fort like personality of Late Dr. P A Ibrahim Haji has made it's unique impact on a variety of business fields, in the founding of various educational institutions and different charitable moves he has initiated. The business empire that he has built, which ranges in India and abroad is just one part of his achievements. He could achieve all this because of a deep understanding of the values in life, an urge and willingness to serve humanity and above all a great desire for growth and development. Dr.PA Ibrahim's name is synonymous with quality and integrity in the fields of textiles, jewellery, education, automobile and various other businesses.

Late Dr. P. A. Ibrahim Haji has been recognised by many awards for his philanthropic ideas and social work. He was awarded:

• Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy [PhD] by American Global International University, Florida for his noble service to humanity
• The Honorary Doctorate in Letters [D.Litt.] by University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya.
• The Pravasi Ratna Award and Giant International Award in 2010 for outstanding contribution in the field of education.
• The Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015 & 2016 by Global Media Events, Dubai; in 2016 by KC Varghese Foundation, Doha; in 2017 by Garshom International Awards at Atlantis, Dubai; and in 2018 by Kairali.
• The Award for Contributions to Social Welfare Activities by H.E Sheikh Saeed Bin Tahnoun Bin Mohammed al Nahyan in 2018.
• He was honoured by the University of Calicut for his service to the differently abled people.

As the Founder Chairman of the PACE Group, it is a matter of great pride that he also headed many other organisations.

• Co-Founder Chairman: Malabar Gold and Diamonds India & Middle East.
• Founder and Vice Founder Chairman: Indus Motor Co Ltd, Kerala and Chennai.
• Founder Chairman: Century International Travel & Tours LLC, Dubai.
• Founder Chairman: Green Field Industries, footwear manufacturers, Kochi.
• Founder Chairman: Cheraman Financial Services, the only non-banking financial institution approved by the RBI.
• Founder Chairman: WinPipe, the manufacturer of PVC-pipes.
• Founder Chairman: Capital of Culture Constructions (CCC), Dubai & Sharjah.
• Founder Chairman: Gulf Asian Medical Centre, Jubail, KSA.
• Founder Chairman: ABC Mercantile Fz Co, Dubai.
• Managing Director:: Al Shamali Group, Dubai.