National Incubation Center Karachi

Master the Art of Problem-Solving with Design Thinking! We are excited to host Furqan Qureshi, Founder of TheFourDees, for an engaging and hands-on session on Design Thinking. This workshop is designed to help founders, entrepreneurs and innovators reimagine problem-solving and create solutions that resonate with their users. Participants will learn to build a 'Design Thinking Empathy Map' tailored to their startup’s needs and develop a validated solution prototype based on user insights. This session will equip attendees with practical tools to identify user pain points, understand challenges, and create impactful solutions. 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 27th November 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM 📍 Location: NIC Karachi 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/session-at-nickhi Don’t miss this opportunity to embrace creative problem-solving and elevate your approach to innovation. Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #FourDees #DesignThinking #TrainingSession #CreatingBiggerStories

Announcing a one-of-a-kind, women-led track, an exclusive initiative of NIC Karachi, on Life Skills for Entrepreneurs, designed exclusively for women and led by inspiring leaders. For the inaugural session, we present Sameen Adil Sheikh, Head of Programs and Simran Ali Malik, Program Manager at SHINE to host this training. This transformative session is about creating a safe, open and empowering space for women to explore leadership roles, embrace emotional intelligence and build confidence. At NIC Karachi, we are committed to creating opportunities for women to #shine as leaders and changemakers. This session will help female entrepreneurs focus on self-awareness, master emotional intelligence and build lasting confidence. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 28th November 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM 📍 Location: NIC Karachi 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/session-at-nickhi Let’s celebrate #WomenSupportingWomen and paving the way for impactful leadership. Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #SHINE #WomenInLeadership #Empowerment #LifeSkills #WomenLedTrack #CreatingBiggerStories

What an incredible day to cap off day 5 of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024. We kicked things off with an insightful session on 'Why Technology, Innovation & Entrepreneurship are Vital for Pakistan's Economic Development by Mr. Amer Hashmi, Founder & Global Managing Partner of Exage and Former Chairman of Special Technology Zones Authority - STZA. With over 50 attendees, the session was packed with valuable insights into technology parks and the pivotal role of innovation in Pakistan’s growth. We are deeply grateful to Mr. Amer for the amazing session and for sharing such enlightening perspectives on how we can leverage technology to create a thriving economy. The energy didn’t stop there! We followed it up with an inspiring Guruji Baithak session led by Waqar Ali in collaboration with the School of Leadership. This informal yet powerful session focused on harnessing the power of self-belief, and over 30 participants joined us to explore personal development and growth. The engagement was amazing, and everyone left feeling empowered and ready to take on new challenges with confidence. A massive thank you to all the incredible speakers, partners and attendees who made the past five days of GEW 2024 at NIC Karachi a success. You all made this week truly unforgettable! Keep an eye out for even more exciting events and opportunities we have in store for the ecosystem. Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #Exage #STZA #SchoolofLeadership #GEW2024 #Entrepreneurship #Technology #Innovation #SelfBelief #EntrepreneurshipIsForEveryone #CreatingBiggerStories

We are overjoyed to announce that two of our incredible startups have brought home Gold at the Shell Tameer Awards! 🏆 Sidra Shakeel, co-founder of Fortify, incubated in Cohort 7, won Gold in the Technology Innovation category, showcasing groundbreaking solutions to complex challenges. Mahnoor Rizwan, founder of DiabEazy, incubated in Cohort 10, won Gold in the Women Empowerment category, making waves with her impactful work and dedication. These wins are a testament to the vision, hard work and innovation of our startups. At NIC Karachi, we take immense pride in nurturing such startups that are shaping a brighter, more inclusive future. Congratulations to the teams of Fortify and Diabeazy! You make us proud every step of the way. Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #ShellTameerAwards #Fortify #Diabeazy #WomenEmpowerment #TechnologyInnovation #CreatingBiggerStories

Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, Day 4 was filled with energy, learning and innovation! 🚀 120+ students from Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology, International Centre of Excellence _ Karachi Campus, and NED University of Engineering and Technology joined us for an inspiring session on Effectuation Thinking by Andeel Ali, Head of Planning and Development. The session empowered future changemakers to think creatively and embrace entrepreneurial strategies. The Student Startup Market was a crowd favorite. Students showcased their ventures, turning ideas into action. S1E4 Pitch Fest brought together over 10 startups eager to refine their pitching skills. Founders received valuable feedback to level up their presentations, making the session both impactful and engaging. As we head into the final day, expect even bigger ideas, deeper connections and unmissable moments. Stay tuned! Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | Saleha | Imtiaz | #NICKarachi #GEW2024 #EffectuationThinking #S1E4PitchFest #StudentStartupMarket #PitchFest #CreatingBiggerStories

Learn about the Power of Self-Belief at Guruji Baithak! Join us for an inspiring session led by Waqar Ali in collaboration with the School of Leadership, designed to help you harness the power of self-belief in entrepreneurship. Through this informal capacity-building session, you will explore how belief in your vision, coupled with consistent effort, can transform ideas into thriving ventures. Whether you are navigating existing markets or creating new ones, this is your chance to reflect, engage and gain practical insights to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. 📅 Date: Friday, 22nd November 2024 🕒 Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Venue: NIC Karachi 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/session-at-nickhi This session is open to all, don’t miss the chance to spark your inner entrepreneur! Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #SchoolOfLeadership #GurujiBaithak #GEW2024 #Entrepreneurship #CreatingBiggerStories

Shamim Rajani, COO & Partner of Genetech Solutions, conducted a highly impactful session on Market Segmentation: What is your TAM, PAM, SAM, SOM at NIC Karachi. Her insights into understanding and targeting the right market segments were incredibly enlightening for our startup founders. Shamim guided participants in creating detailed market research reports, outlining target markets, competitors and key insights. She also introduced a robust market segmentation framework and customer persona profiling, helping startups to understand their ideal audiences. Thanks to Shamim’s expertise, our founders are now equipped with actionable strategies to navigate their markets with clarity and confidence. Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #GenetechSolutions #MarketSegmentation #TAM #StartupSuccess #CreatingBiggerStories

Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 (GEW) at NIC Karachi continues with a powerful session on 'Why Technology, Innovation & Entrepreneurship are Vital for Pakistan's Economic Development' by Amer Hashmi, Founder & Global Managing Partner of Exage and Former Chairman of Special Technology Zones Authority - STZA. Amer will share insights on startups, cutting-edge technology and a culture of innovation can drive sustainable economic growth in Pakistan. 📅 Dates: Friday, 22nd Nov 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM 📍 Venue: NIC Karachi 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/session-at-nickhi This session is open to all. Reserve your spot now! Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #STZA #Exage #GEW2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #EconomicDevelopment #CreatingBiggerStories

Trailblazers of Tomorrow Series: Featuring DIGINAD, 2 of 37 Startups, currently incubated in #Cohort12! 🎨 Empowering Pakistani artists to shine on the global stage! Nadia Nadir Syed, the founder of DIGINAD, has created a platform that connects local artists with international buyers while ensuring secure intellectual property protection. Global Reach ✔ IP Security ✔ Empowering Creativity ✔ Are you ready to explore incredible artwork and support local talent? Visit www.nadianadir.com/ to discover more! Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #DigiNad #Cohort12 #TrailblazersOfTomorrowSeries #PakistaniArt #CreatingBiggerStories

This Children’s Day, we hosted BachaaPreneur at NIC Karachi in collaboration with Bachaa Party. It was an incredible learning experience for young minds as they showcased their entrepreneurial spirit and innovative ideas. Shoutout to our amazing judges, Nidhal Shaikh, Khizer Ahmed and Muhammad Ghayas Ahmedani for their engaging feedback and inspiring upcoming changemakers. Here's to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow! Tech Destination Pakistan | Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan | Ignite - National Technology Fund | LMKT | LuckyOne Mall | Orbit Startups | Asim | Azfar | Ahmad | Sobia | Salik | Andeel | Majid | Rejja | Tooba | Amna | Talia | Hussain | Tariq | Sehrish | Saleem | Tariq | Qaiser | #NICKarachi #BachaaPreneur #YoungEntrepreneurs #InspiringTheFuture #CreatingBiggerStories