A seminar on “Berlin Startup Ecosystem: Expansion program for Pakistani startups to Berlin and Europe” jointly organized by Higher Education Commission and Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore – Pakistan.
We at Kinnaird were honored to host Dr. Dr. Talat Mahmood, Board Member of Executive Committee, Asia Berlin Forum e. V., CEO B2P.TecSol/B2P GmbH and German-Pakistan Consultant as a resource person of this seminar. We highly acknowledge the efforts of Higher Education Commission for taking such initiative on women entrepreneurship and women empowerment. The seminar was centrally focusing on Female Entrepreneurship in Pakistan and brought together women entrepreneurs and female research scientists who have made significant contributions to the startup ecosystem. During the seminar, audience shared their experiences of running startups, aiming to expand their startups to other regions. The event was graced by Principal Kinnaird Prof Dr RUKHSANA DAVID and Ms Noshaba Awais Director (Research for Innovation) Higher Education Commission Sector. Mr Waheed Khizar Sheikh, Hazrat Bilal and Mr Abid Latif have also joined the session online.

On November 16, 2023, Mr. Abid, a representative from NESPAK and the World Bank, spearheaded an engaging workshop on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) at Kinnaird business incubation Centre. The enlightening session, attended by enthusiastic students, delved into the intricate world of EIAs, focusing on their methodologies, significance in sustainable development, and regulatory frameworks. Mr. Abid’s expertise illuminated the discussions, providing invaluable insights into successful case studies and the integration of technological advancements in assessment practices. The workshop’s comprehensive content and the interactive nature of the discussions made it an enjoyable and informative experience for all attendees, fostering a deeper understanding of the critical role EIAs play in preserving our environment

On 5th October Kinnaird business Incubation Centre organized a workshop on “Marketing sizing and growth”. Speaker Ali Butt (CEO Safri travels & Tours, CEO Markeyters )explained the strategies of different business ideas. The purpose was to teach the students how to make successful startups. Moreover, he shared, his personal business development journey with incubates for motivation and to encourage them.

As per KBIC Curriculum, a workshop on “Early Stage Financing | Fund Raising and How to Get Seed Funding” for the incubates of the 1st cohort of KBIC has been conducted at Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore – Pakistan. The Session was of 1.5 hours (1-hour lecture followed by 30 min discussion). The lecture was from 12 Pm to 1:30 pm on Tuesday, 5th September 2023 at Kinnaird Business Incubation Center, Training Room. Speaker: Abdullah Gilani is a seasoned accounts and finance professional with over 6 years of diversified work experience across multiple industries. He is currently working as a Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist at Lotte Akhtar Beverages

A workshop has been conducted on “ESP/Developing Teaching Strategies for Special Needs Education/Developing Special Needs Curriculum” under U.S. – Pakistan University Partnerships Grants Program in Kinnaird Business Incubation Center at Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore – Pakistan on 5th September 2023.

She Loves Tech’, a global startup and tech competition dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, was held here on Friday, 1^st September 2023.The event was arranged by Circle Women Association, a women-led startup, supported by Habib Bank Lahore and COLABS.The chief guest of the event was Punjab Women Development Secretary Sumaira Samad while the judges included Neha Idrees, Strategy Lead COLABS, Umer Shahzad, General Manager Khudi Ventures, Anam Sadiq, Co-Founder EDKASA, Faria Shahid, Head Affluent Segments-HBL, and Maryam Khan, vice president SAWDF.Speaking on this occasion, Sadaffe Abid, Founder of Circle Women, expressed her motivation for bringing this competition to Pakistan, sating, “Supporting women entrepreneurs is not merely an option; it is a vital necessity of our time.

By bridging the gender gap in entrepreneurship, we unlock the untapped potential and creativity of our women, addressing the challenges of our era. Embracing women in their entrepreneurial endeavors transcends business creation; it builds resilience, uplifts families, empowers generations, and cultivates vibrant communities. ”She Loves Tech’ plays a role in nurturing young startups and transforming their innovative concepts into tangible realities. It notably offers substantial prize funding of up to US $100,000, connecting female entrepreneurs with a network of over 50 ecosystem partners, inspirational role models and mentors, while enhancing their capabilities through specialized curriculum. The ultimate winner from Pakistan earns a coveted spot at the ‘She Loves Tech’ Global Finale and Conference in Singapore.

It extended its reach this year, encompassing local rounds in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Sukkur, Quetta, Hyderabad, and Gilgit, among the 15 participating cities. Through dedicated outreach efforts, its team ventured into six of these cities, holding rounds on the ground and connecting with startups in person. The aim was to reach and empower 25,000 young women across Pakistan, offering engaging pitches, enlightening panel discussions, inspiring talks, digital boot camps, and workshops tailored to their unique needs.

Dr. Sarah Alam, Founder of Tibbi.pk and winner of ‘She Loves Tech’ Pakistan 2022, shared her journey, saying, “She Loves Tech made me realise that I am not alone as a woman entrepreneur. It has given me a community that I could call my own and rely on whenever need be. The guidance provided at the boot camp and by the mentors was monumental in shaping us towards our win.”

A workshop on “Early Stage Financing & Fund Raising” is going to be conducted on 5th September 2023 by Kinnaird Business Incubation Center at Kinnaird College for Women (KCW), Lahore – Pakistan. Speaker: Mr. Abdullah Gilani (a seasoned accounts and finance professional with over 6 years of diversified work experience across multiple industries. Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist at Lotte Akhtar Beverages).