Dr. Afzanizam has more than 20 years of experience in investment research especially in the field of economics and capital market. Previously, he had served in a few institutions such as Employees Provident Fund (EPF), Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad and Retirement Fund Incorporated (KWAP) among others as an economist. His role in BMMB is to advise the bank on macroeconomic related issues such as fiscal and monetary policies. He is also a regular commentator in the media as well as academic adviser in several local universities.

Dr. Afzanizam holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Economics) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Applied Finance & Investment) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) as well as Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Finance and Diploma in Investment Analysis from UiTM.