Theme: Breaking Boundaries

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Pearl Continental Hotel
Club Road, Civil Lines, Karachi City, Sindh
Marque Hall
Karachi, Sindh, 10555
Pakistan

Dr Ahson Rabbani

Dr. Ahson Rabbani is the CEO of ChildLife Foundation, leading efforts to provide quality pediatric healthcare across Pakistan. With a background in engineering and management, he has over two decades of experience in the social sector, driving impactful healthcare innovations.

Dr.Affan Qaisar

Dr. Affan Qaiser is a Pakistani gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist, known for his work at Mukhtar A Sheikh Hospital in Multan. He holds advanced medical degrees, including FCPS in gastroenterology. Beyond medicine, he is a popular medical educator and social media influencer, sharing health insights with millions online.

Erica Robin

Erica Robin is a Pakistani fashion model who made history as the first-ever Miss Universe Pakistan in 2023. Hailing from Karachi’s Christian community, she represented Pakistan at the 72nd Miss Universe pageant, reaching the Top 20. Despite facing backlash from conservative circles, she advocates for women’s rights and gender equality. In 2024, she debuted at the Cannes Film Festival, further establishing her presence in the international fashion scene.

Huma Rehan Mirza

Huma Rehan Mirza is an entrepreneur, co-founder of The Styling Duo, and a gold medalist from Coventry University. She blends creativity with strategy in design and branding while advocating for women’s empowerment and breaking societal norms

Mehwish Salman Ali

Mehwish is a visionary entrepreneur and a relentless changemaker who has defied societal norms at every step of her journey. From challenging gender-based restrictions in her early years to becoming a regional topper and an international distinction holder, she has proven that determination and resilience can break any barrier. As a successful business leader and a dedicated working mother, she continues to inspire others by redefining success on her own terms. Passionate about women’s empowerment, leadership, and personal growth, Mehwish’s story serves as a powerful reminder that true strength lies in daring to dream and forging one’s own path.

Saad AllahWala

Saad Allahwala is a Pakistani entrepreneur and founder of Trillion Trees, aiming to plant 1.2 trillion trees by 2030. He is passionate about sustainability, startups, and digital transformation, empowering youth through innovation and mentorship.

Umair Masoom

Umair Masoom Usmani is the founder and CEO of myco.io, a platform focused on decentralizing digital content. With a background in telecom, fintech, and digital infrastructure, he leads myco.io’s mission to empower audiences and transform the content landscape.

Umair Masoom ali

Umair Masoom Usmani is the founder and CEO of myco.io, a platform focused on decentralizing digital content. With a background in telecom, fintech, and digital infrastructure, he leads myco.io’s mission to empower audiences and transform the content landscape.

Zafar Abbas

Zafar Abbas is a distinguished Pakistani social worker and the General Secretary of the Jafaria Disaster Cell (JDC) Welfare Organization. Established in 2009, the JDC has grown under his leadership to provide a wide array of services, including free dialysis treatments, educational programs, and disaster relief efforts. Notably, their Free IT Center has empowered over 63,000 students with e-commerce skills, fostering entrepreneurial ventures. Through his dedication, Abbas has significantly impacted countless lives, embodying a profound commitment to humanitarianism

Zafar Abbass

Zafar Abbas is a distinguished Pakistani social worker and the General Secretary of the Jafaria Disaster Cell (JDC) Welfare Organization. Established in 2009, the JDC has grown under his leadership to provide a wide array of services, including free dialysis treatments, educational programs, and disaster relief efforts. Notably, their Free IT Center has empowered over 63,000 students with e-commerce skills, fostering entrepreneurial ventures. Through his dedication, Abbas has significantly impacted countless lives, embodying a profound commitment to humanitarianism.