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ASPIRE Pakistan is a non-profit, formed by a network of overseas Pakistanis, with a vision of a socially and Economically Prosperous Pakistan through Innovation and Entrepreneurship

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Our Mission

To accelerate the growth of the knowledge economy by leading the innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem, while connecting Pakistani Diaspora with entrepreneurs and startup founders in Pakistan and creating socioeconomic prosperity in an equitable and sustainable manner, creating opportunities for all.

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Our Leadership

Board of Directors

NaeeM Zaffar

Naeem Zafar

Director Chairperson

Naeem is a CEO Coach and Board Advisor who helps CEOs and startups grow and succeed. He has led five ventures, co-founded TeleSense, advised numerous companies, and teaches entrepreneurship at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University.

Hassan Syed

Hassan Syed

Founder & Director CEO

Curious, courageous leader with 40 years’ experience across 70+ countries, mentoring founders, advising AI strategy, and building innovative communities.

Anwar Khan

Anwar Khan

Director Vice Chairperson

Digital payments pioneer with 37+ years revolutionizing commerce through Omnyway, ViVOtech, and Pak Angels, empowering startups and global payment ecosystems.

Dr Azam Arastu

Dr. Azam Arastu

Director Board Secretary

Former Boeing VP/Chief Engineer with 30+ years in aerospace engineering and leadership, now heading Apex Consultants in aerospace innovation.

Anwar Shah

Anwar Shah

Director Finance Secretary

Civil engineer and transportation manager with 20+ years in infrastructure planning and project management across Qatar, UAE, Canada, and Pakistan.

Founding Members

The founding members of ASPIRE Pakistan represent a diverse group of professionals, mentors, educators, and global thought leaders who laid the groundwork for its mission.

NaeeM Zaffar

Naeem Zafar

Director Chairperson

Naeem is a CEO Coach and Board Advisor who helps CEOs and startups grow and succeed. He has led five ventures, co-founded TeleSense, advised numerous companies, and teaches entrepreneurship at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University.

Hassan Syed

Hassan Syed

Founder & Director CEO

Curious, courageous leader with 40 years’ experience across 70+ countries, mentoring founders, advising AI strategy, and building innovative communities.

Anwar Khan

Anwar Khan

Director Vice Chairperson

Digital payments pioneer with 37+ years revolutionizing commerce through Omnyway, ViVOtech, and Pak Angels, empowering startups and global payment ecosystems.

Dr Azam Arastu

Dr. Azam Arastu

Director Board Secretary

Former Boeing VP/Chief Engineer with 30+ years in aerospace engineering and leadership, now heading Apex Consultants in aerospace innovation.

Anwar Shah

Anwar Shah

Director Finance Secretary

Civil engineer and transportation manager with 20+ years in infrastructure planning and project management across Qatar, UAE, Canada, and Pakistan.

Aisha Memon

Aisha Memon

Data Governance Lead, CISCO, San Jose, California

Data enthusiast advocating for data governance and decentralized data mesh

Anwar Shah

Dr. Arifa Bhutto

Assistant Professor, University of Sindh, Jamshoro

Professor and researcher in Software Engineering and digital innovation. Founder of UoS Incubation Center and advocate for women in tech and youth empowerment.

Arshid Hussain

Arshad Hussain Hashmi

Senior Resident Engineer, CDM Smith, Doha, Qatar

Senior Project Manager with 25+ years in infrastructure and high-rise projects across Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Expert in project delivery, cost control, and QA/QC. PMP, PE, and LEED GA certified.

Asim Siddiqui

Asim Siddiqui

Lead NPI Manager, Colson Group, USA

Data enthusiast advocating for data governance and decentralized data mesh

Dr. Asma Tabassum

Dr. Asma Tabassum

Director, ORIC, University of Karachi

Location: Pakistan

Professor and researcher in Software Engineering and digital innovation. Founder of UoS Incubation Center and advocate for women in tech and youth empowerment.

Faisal Saeed

Faisal Saeed

Tech Entrepreneur, Innovator, Mentor, Investor, and Software Leader

Entrepreneur, innovator, and technology leader building generative AI workflow orchestration

Farah Mehboob

Farah Mehboob

Information Analyst, Valider

Founder of Valider, a data-driven HR and branding platform leveraging workforce analytics, AI-powered sentiment analysis, and ethical AI practices. Also a lecturer at IBA Karachi and founding member of ASPIRE Pakistan.

Furqan Ghelen

Furquan Gehlen

Director, ORIC, University of Karachi

Professor and researcher in Software Engineering and digital innovation. Founder of UoS Incubation Center and advocate for women in tech and youth empowerment.

Ghulam Nahi Shah

Ghulam Nabi Shah

Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Macrosoft Inc.

CEO of Innovatix Technology Partners with 20+ years scaling enterprise IT, holding patents, and driving global innovation and transformation.

Dr Hassan Mukhtar

Hasan Mukhtar

Associate Professor, Colorectal and General Surgeon, London, UK

Founder of Valider, a data-driven HR and branding platform leveraging workforce analytics, AI-powered sentiment analysis, and ethical AI practices. Also a lecturer at IBA Karachi and founding member of ASPIRE Pakistan.

Kashi Ahmed

Kashif Ahmed

Technologist, Entrepreneur, Founding Member, Aspire Pakistan

Tech executive Kashi Ahmed drives CRM and cloud transformations, mentors globally, and promotes AI, Web3, and digital automation excellence.

Khalid Ahmed

Khalid Ahmed

Enterprise Architect, City of Brampton, Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Performance-driven technology leader advancing AI and enterprise architecture transformation, managing global teams across banking, utilities, and tech consulting sectors.

Mansoor Osmani

Mansoor Ahmed Osmani

Innovator and Entrepreneurka

Founder of Valider, a data-driven HR and branding platform leveraging workforce analytics, AI-powered sentiment analysis, and ethical AI practices. Also a lecturer at IBA Karachi and founding member of ASPIRE Pakistan.

Masaod Younas

Masaood Younus

Business Strategy Enabler | Digital Transformation and Innovation Leader

Professor and researcher in Software Engineering and digital innovation. Founder of UoS Incubation Center and advocate for women in tech and youth empowerment.

Nadeem Abbasi

Nadeem Abbasi

Consultant

Entrepreneur, innovator, and technology leader building generative AI workflow orchestration

reehan saqid

Dr. Rehan Sadiq

Professor and Distinguished University Scholar, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Founder of Valider, a data-driven HR and branding platform leveraging workforce analytics, AI-powered sentiment analysis, and ethical AI practices. Also a lecturer at IBA Karachi and founding member of ASPIRE Pakistan.

Naeem Raza

Naeem Raza

Venture Partner, Mighty Capital

Venture capitalist and entrepreneur with 30+ years in software, data warehousing, and business intelligence. Former CEO of Annams/Sunflower System

Yousuf Mamsa

Yousuf Mamsa

Founding Member, Mentor

Performance-driven entrepreneurial professional with extensive experience in management consulting, business analysis, and product management. Educated at the University of Minnesota and Stanford University, experienced across public and private sectors including government, healthcare, biotech, finance, and retail.

Dr. Rabia

Dr. Rabia Noor Enam

Director ORIC-SSUET and NIB Program Director

Founder of Valider, a data-driven HR and branding platform leveraging workforce analytics, AI-powered sentiment analysis, and ethical AI practices. Also a lecturer at IBA Karachi and founding member of ASPIRE Pakistan.

Rafeeq Rehman

Rafeeq Rehman

Author | Entrepreneur | Cybersecurity Strategy Advisor

Cybersecurity and AI strategist, author, and technology leader with 20+ years building secure systems, SOCs, and global technology solutions.

Qahafa Azhad

Qahafa Azhad

Program Manager, National Incubation Center, Hyderabad

Entrepreneur, innovator, and technology leader building generative AI workflow orchestration

Syeda Ashraf

Sayeeda Ashraf

Entrepreneurship and Business Growth Coach | Speaker | Mentor | Philanthropist

Social entrepreneur empowering women through SHEWISE, driving education, economic development, and leadership with 25+ years of business experience.

Shehzad Saleem

Shahzad Saleem

Technology Entrepreneur

Data engineering leader integrating large-scale ecosystems into actionable insights, expert in Agile, cloud architecture, and strategic cross-functional management.

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Yasir Ansari

Co-founder/CEO, Agility & Innovation

Social entrepreneur empowering women through SHEWISE, driving education, economic development, and leadership with 25+ years of business experience.

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Shahzana Memon

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Program Coordinator

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Marketing coordinator

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