Success is fluid – the charts of success will always have bends and curves. Sometimes these curves and bends lead to profit and sometimes, companies have to face loss. The top-ranked business personnel of the world may have a different persona on the internet showcasing luxury lifestyles and a variety of comforts.
But the reality is far from what we see – such entrepreneurs also see down days. Since success is flexible, the bad days make space for better and good days. Pakistan has produced many entrepreneurs over the years.
Ever since the government updated the ban on imports, many foreign franchises owned by Pakistani citizens have faced losses. It is high time for Pakistani citizens to launch their own related businesses to increase GDP and raise the charts of exports.
There are hundreds and thousands of successful entrepreneurs in Pakistan that have left a mark on the world or are still in the making. In this blog, you will find the list of top successful entrepreneurs in Pakistan.
Sidra Qasim
Markhor & Atoms (Shoes Manufacturing Companies)
Sidra Qasim is a Pakistani born and raised entrepreneur who owns Markhor. Markhor is a shoe manufacturing company. This company was started in 2011 – due to a huge success, Sidra also launched Atoms which is also a shoe company. Atoms shoes are sold around the globe, both businesses enabled the owner to appear on Forbes. You can find shoes for women and men along with accessories.
Salim Ghauri
NetSol Technologies (Software Company)
Salim Ghauri is known as the Bill Gates of Pakistan who studied for better in Romania. Coming back to homeland, she started a firm called NetSol Technologies in 1995 which slowly became a well-known company in and outside the country. Now, the company has been listed in NASDAQ and Karachi Stock Exchange as well. It is among the biggest tech companies in the world.
Arusha Imtiaz
Edjunction (Digital App to connect parents with teachers)
Arusha Imtiaz is the CEO and founder of Edjunction. It is a digital tech medium between parents and teachers to get scheduled updates about children’s studies. The company was founded in 2014 and out of 180,000 schools in the country; the platform is used by more than 80,000 institutes.
The company is now collaborating with Samsung, Telenor, and Microsoft to promote this platform on international waters. The company has become highly successful in Dubai where 500 schools have opted for the app with 200,000 students. In Pakistan, this app has more than 25 million students.
Monis Rehman
Rozee.pk, Mihnati.com, Naseebnetworks.com, finja.pk (Internet Business Ventures)
Monis Rehman is an A-lister when it comes to top successful entrepreneurs in Pakistan. Pakistan has always had a great number of unemployed people while companies have a problem with hiring the best-skilled people on the job. This is because there was no platform for both seekers.
Monis Rehman provided both the searchers with platforms like Mihnati.com and Rozee.pk that allows job seekers to connect with employers directly. All you have to do is upload your resume or apply for the jobs uploaded by the employers.
Monis Rehman also launched Dukan.pk which allows small businesses to promote their product. The internet entrepreneur also launched Naseeb Networks, Edaycare.com, and Finja, and there are many such companies under this entrepreneur’s name.
Sahr Said
Beauty Hooked (Make Brand)
Among the top entrepreneurs of Pakistan, Sahr has maintained her position in the list and we reckon her brand of makeup will reach to the top. The company provides their own variety of makeup which also includes organic category and they also confer different brands of makeup and beauty products.
You can also enroll in their beauty master class and you can purchase their pre-recorded courses at very cost-effective prices. These pre-recorded master classes are given by the best stylists in Pakistan who are also recognized around the globe. You can also stay tuned for the live master classes by the world’s leading stylists and makeup artists.
Wahaj Us Siraj
Nayatel (Telecommunication Service Providers)
Wahaj is the CEO and founder of Nayatel – there is another reason to enlist him in the rundown of top entrepreneurs of Pakistan because he left his government job to fulfill his dreams. Even though, he served his government duties for more than 15 years. The entrepreneur graduated from Pakistan and got his masters’ done from Australia.
Nayatel was started in 2006 and its focus was to provide fast and unbeaten internet services to the local public for lesser price. It also started to provide telephone and HD TV services. Nayatel has become a big fish in the telecommunications sector.
Rameeza Moin
Transparent Hands (NGO)
This NGO is one of its kinds as it directly connects the funders and donors with the needy. The NGO was launched in 2014 in Lahore. The NGO basically collects funds for those people who are not fortunate enough to pay for their medical expenses. The funding comes from domestically and internationally.
People around the world trust this NGO because it is owned by women, most of the women working in the company are women and the board of advisors is also women. You can also volunteer and the benefit of volunteering is that you get a global recognition via their platform.
Raza Saeed & Sunil Sarfaraz Munj
Pakwheels.com (Online Marketplace for Buying and Selling of Cars)
Pakwheels.com has come a long way and it is one of the most trustable online marketplaces for buying and selling of old and new cars. Both the founders loved cars a lot and together they started Pakwheels.com in 2003.
You can find luxury cars, internationally made and Pakistan manufactured cars. The company has offices and showrooms in different cities of Pakistan. Pakwheels.com now gives a complete review of cars that are manufactured in Pakistan or that are imported. This has helped a lot of people get a full insight of upcoming and existing vehicles.
Sana Khan Niazi
Paimona (Handicraft Furniture Store)
Paimon has led Sana Khan Niazi to become the top most successful entrepreneur in Pakistan. She launched this startup to promote the heritage culture of handicrafts in Pakistan. Pakistani made furniture is famous around the world and Sana continues to take the lead in furthering the oldest culture.
Paimona not only provides cultural furniture but also confers customized furniture, interior designs, collectibles, and corporate gifts. Their corporate gifts are supplied around the world due to their delicacy and heritage art.
Zafar Khan
Sofizar (Digital Marketing Company)
Another internet business venture which made us put the CEO in the list of top successful entrepreneurs in Pakistan. Sofizar was launched in 2004 and has been providing SEO and digital marketing services to Pakistani and international companies.
The company is good at providing Facebook Marketing services and has allowed local businesses to reach citizens in an organic way. Zafar also served as a Vice Chairman for [email protected] for a very long time.
Conclusion
The list of top entrepreneurs in Pakistan can go on and on. These folks are the best example of keeping going with the struggle and never giving up. Pakistan’s growing sector is IT and social welfare. If you see listen to their stories, it will overpower and motivate you to do more in your country.
FAQS
These entrepreneurs are involved in a variety of industries, including finance, technology, real estate, and manufacturing.
These entrepreneurs achieved success through a combination of hard work, dedication, and a willingness to take risks. They also had a clear vision and mission for their businesses and were able to adapt to changing market conditions.
Some of the characteristics that these entrepreneurs possess include leadership skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to think strategically. They also have a strong sense of self-discipline and the ability to make difficult decisions.
Yes, there are a number of resources and support systems available for aspiring entrepreneurs in Pakistan, including government programs, business incubators, and mentorship programs. There are also a number of private organizations and non-profits that provide support and resources for entrepreneurs in Pakistan.
