Jazib Zahir is the Director at the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, bringing extensive experience across technology, education, and entrepreneurship. Prior to joining LCE, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Tintash, where he led teams to develop cutting-edge products in media, gaming, and education for global partners. His career spans consulting for international enterprises entering the Pakistani market, designing and delivering management and entrepreneurship training, and mentoring students and entrepreneurs on their career journeys. Jazib holds a Master’s in Technology, Innovation, and Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University. He is passionate about nurturing Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and enjoys contributing to projects that combine creativity, technology, and social impact.
Amna has over a decade of experience in private sector development. Prior to joining LCE, she was serving as Head of Digital Inclusion at JazzCash and member of advisory committee for USAID ERDA. Other employers included Karandaaz, UNDP and USAID. She has a Master in Public Administration from the Harvard Kennedy School and an undergrad degree in accounting and finance from LUMS. She loves everything that Lahore has to offer, including the historical architecture, the literary events, the cinemas, and the variety of cuisines.
Saba Shahid manages stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, and donor-funded initiatives at the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship. She has lead high-impact collaborations with partners such as UNICEF, FAO, GIZ, the U.S. Department of State, AWS, the Bank of Punjab and others to strengthen startup capacity and build resilient entrepreneurial ecosystems. With over 10 years of experience, she has worked across think tanks, academia, and international consultancy, applying cross-cultural fluency and a global perspective to strategy. Saba is an advocate of business models rooted in sustainable development and believes private sector–led growth can drive meaningful social impact and long-term economic resilience in Pakistan.
Abdul Ghafoor is an engineering and technology management professional with over 30 years of experience in embedded systems, electronics, power systems, and software platforms. As Manager of Technology and Product Development at the LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship, he leads innovative solution design and mentors startups in product development and prototyping. Previously, he held senior leadership roles at MicroTech Industries, driving the creation of smart metering systems, IoT platforms, and energy technologies for Pakistan’s utility sector. A BSc Electrical Engineering graduate from UET Lahore with an MBA in MIS/IT, Abdul has been recognised with the National Excellence Performance Shield and serves on multiple industrial advisory boards, advancing academia–industry collaboration and innovation.
Minahil Zia is the Learning and Development Programs Lead at the LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship, where she designs and manages high-impact training programs for early- to growth-stage startups. With prior experience in Community Engagement and Investor Relations at the National Incubation Center Lahore, she brings expertise in incubation program design, founder coaching, and investor ecosystem building. She has led multiple investor summits, supported startups in pitch preparation, and co-designed incubation curricula tailored to entrepreneurial needs. An MPhil and Bachelor’s graduate in Economics with minors in Statistics, and a certified Master Entrepreneurial Coach, Minahil is passionate about innovation, impact-driven learning, and strengthening Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Umer Bashir (UB) is a Marketing and Technology professional with over 10 years of experience in brand strategy, digital marketing, and product development. He has led campaigns and program marketing initiatives to empower young entrepreneurs and innovators. Passionate about product innovation, startup building, and impact-driven campaigns, UB blends creativity with data-driven decision-making to design marketing strategies and product solutions that scale globally.
Aqsa Munir is a multidisciplinary designer with over a decade of experience in communication design, layout, and branding across corporate, cultural, and social impact sectors. At the LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship, she leads design and digital platforms, shaping visual storytelling for programs, events, and campaigns that engage diverse audiences. Her portfolio spans corporate publications, startup branding, and design solutions that merge creativity with strategy. With her eye for detail and love for collaboration, Aqsa transforms every project into a canvas for ideas, conversions, and creativity.
Sameen is a communications strategist with over eight years of experience leading storytelling, content direction, and multi-platform campaigns across education, innovation, and social impact sectors. At the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, she leads communications and brand strategy, developing narratives that engage diverse audiences and align with the Centre’s mission to support early-stage founders and changemakers.
Arsalan Mirza is a product development and prototyping specialist with over 15 years of experience in mechanical design, CNC machining, and 2D/3D modeling. As Makers Lab In-Charge at the LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship, he helps startups, students, and researchers turn ideas into functional products through innovative design and fabrication. With prior experience at companies like SPEL Group and HPI, Arsalan has worked on projects for top brands including Toyota, Honda, Suzuki, Engro Foods, Nestlé, Hyundai, and Unilever Pakistan. Passionate about innovation and mentorship, he brings creativity and problem-solving to every project, making the Makers Lab a hub for experimentation and impact.
Zaka is a skilled technician at the Makers Lab, LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship, where he supports startups, researchers, and innovators in bringing ideas to life through hands-on prototyping and fabrication. With expertise in CAD design, 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, and rapid prototyping technologies, he helps transform concepts into functional prototypes while guiding teams on product design workflows, materials, and manufacturing processes. With his problem-solving mindset and contagious energy, Zaka makes the lab a space where challenges spark creativity and ideas quickly turn into reality.