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62. Haider Raza | DealCart
E-commerce startups are commonplace in Pakistan. However, a significant segment of society sits on the sidelines as they can’t find the bargains they seek online. My g...
61. Pakistan's Changing Digital Media Landscape with Muna Khan
From busy cities to remote villages, digital media has revolutionized how Pakistan shares information. The more we understand these changes, the better off we'll be at...
60. Q3 2023 Pakistan Startup Funding Update with Mutaher Khan
The quarter just ended, and the numbers are in. Pakistani startups raised $6.8 million in disclosed equity funding across five deals in Q3 2023.That’s 87% less than th...
59. Michel Friedman | Reflect Ventures
Last year, Pakistani startups received half their funding from emerging market VC firms. This year, most emerging market VC firms are sitting on the sidelines and wait...
58. Asad Hashamali | Alt Academy
It is not easy to monetize EdTech in Pakistan. Startups are competing with free content on YouTube.However, my guest on this episode of the misaal podcast has successf...
57. Muhammad Mustafa | EasyFresh
Agriculture plays a huge role in Pakistan’s economy. It employs about 42% of the country’s workforce and contributes 19% to the GDP. But the sector still relies a lot ...
56. Ahsan Ali Khan | Zaraye
In Pakistan, sourcing raw materials for manufacturing is complicated and fragmented. My guest on this episode of the misaal podcast wants to change that. His name is A...
55. Mutaher Khan | The focus on IT in Pakistan’s FY24 Budget
A couple of weeks back, Pakistan unveiled its federal budget for FY24. It is as predictable as one has come to expect. A lot of borrowing to pay for the basics. Howeve...
54. Salman Shahid | Dost
My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is helping blue-collar workers find the opportunities they deserve and get an edge in the job market.His name is Salman ...
53. Farooq Tirmizi | Elphinstone
My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is changing how Pakistanis invest. His startup allows investors in Pakistan to invest in the U.S. stock market.His name ...
52. Aamir Bhagat | ITeachStuff
My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is bringing all your favorite creators and experts in their fields to one platform so you can learn in-demand skills and...
51. Rooshan Aziz | Maqsad
My guest in this episode of the misaal podcast is helping students get ahead by providing them with personalized tutoring and customized testing. His name is Rooshan A...
50. Jarrar Shah | 24Seven
My guest in this 50th episode of the misaal podcast is empowering kiryana stores to create a unified consumer experience. His name is Jarrar Shah, and he is the co-fou...
49. Mohammad Nasrullah | Integry
I have a very special guest on this episode of the misaal podcast. A serial entrepreneur who's currently building his third startup. Not only that, he's building a glo...
48. Bazigh Kiani | Bhartee
In Pakistan, employers do not use LinkedIn to find blue-collar workers. Blue-collar workers also can't use LinkedIn to find work. Those who want jobs can’t find them, ...
47. Shoaib Lalani | FinPocket
Investing in the stock market can help you diversify your investments and earn dividends or capital gains. But not everyone takes advantage of this. Pakistan has fewer...
46. Akbar Tejani | Befiler
In this 46th episode, I am joined by Akbar Tejani. He is a co-founder and CEO at Befiler, a Karachi-based FinTech providing tax and business advisory services.Having r...
45. Mutaher Khan | Digital Banking License
Conversation with Mutaher Khan on recently issued digital banking license by the State Bank of Pakistan
44. Ariba Shahid | Journalist DealStreetAsia
Welcome to another episode of the misaal podcast. In this 44th episode, I am joined by Ariba Shahid. She is a journalist and covers the economy for Profit and startups...
43. Aman Nasir | Sarmayacar
In this 43rd episode, I am joined by Aman Nasir. He is a Partner at Sarmayacar. An early-stage VC firm that has invested in startups like Abhi, Bykea, Dawaai, and Pata...
42. Jabraan Shahid | School with Jabraan
Conversation with Jabraan Shahid. Creator at School with Jabraan.
41. Kalsoom Lakhani | i2i Ventures
In this 41st episode of the misaal podcast, I am joined by Kalsoom Lakhani, Co-founder and General Partner at i2i Ventures. One of the country's most prominent and act...
40. Bushra Latif | Nani.pk
Today I am joined by Bushra Latif, the founder, and CEO of Nani.pk. A newly launched e-commerce platform and a community for mothers.As a female entrepreneur in Pakist...
39. Ehsan Baig | GilgitApp
Conversation with Ehsan Baig. Co-founder at GilgitApp.
38. Nashit Iqbal | OkayKer
Conversation with Nashit Iqbal. Co-founder at OkayKer.
37. Mahad Imran | Kis Uni
Conversation with Mahad Imran. Founder of Kis Uni.
36. Zeshan Gondal | Zayn Capital
Conversation with Zeshan Gondal. Investor and Head of Strategy at Zayn Capital.
35. Q3 Startup Funding Update with Nazish Hussain
Q3 Startup Funding Update with Nazish Hussain from Secret Stash.
Aizaz Nayyer | Linkst.ar
Conversation with Aizaz Nayyer. Co-founder and CEO of Linkst.ar.
Rafae Dossal | Waggles.pk
Conversation with Rafae Dossal. Co-founder and CEO of Waggles.pk.
