PASHA hosted the HBL P@SHA CXO Meetup in Multan on December 12, 2025, bringing together senior executives, technology leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across the region for an evening focused on insights, collaboration, and the future of Pakistan’s technology ecosystem. The event served as a platform to strengthen regional engagement while highlighting the growing role of cities like Multan in the national tech landscape. Industry stakeholders gathered to exchange perspectives on digital transformation, business growth, and the evolving needs of technology driven enterprises in Pakistan.
The meetup was powered by HBL as the title sponsor, with support from InfoTech Group, BixiSoft, and Global E commerce Consultants as gold sponsors. The evening opened with a welcome keynote by Abdul Wahab Ahmed, P@SHA CEC Member and Industry Engagement Chair, who emphasized the importance of building strong connections between industry players and regional tech communities. This was followed by an address from Sajjad Syed, Chairman P@SHA, who spoke about Pakistan’s evolving technology sector and the opportunities emerging beyond major metropolitan hubs. He highlighted how regional cities are increasingly contributing to innovation, talent development, and export oriented technology services.
The session featured a series of insights from industry leaders covering digital growth, financial enablement, and global expansion. Muhammad Haris Naseer, P@SHA CEC Member and Chief Operating Officer at InfoTech Group, shared perspectives on scaling digital businesses and navigating growth in a competitive environment. Nasir Mehmood, General Manager Retail at HBL, discussed financial solutions designed to support technology companies, outlining how tailored banking products can help businesses manage growth, expansion, and cross border operations. Gold sponsor sessions added further depth to the discussion, with Batool Shamim, Managing Director at BixiSoft, focusing on digital innovation and the role of technology in enabling business transformation, while Sohail Tariq, Chief Executive Officer at Global E commerce Consultants, spoke about global e commerce opportunities and strategies for Pakistani companies seeking international markets.
Additional insights were shared by Ali Hasani, Secretary General P@SHA, who outlined how P@SHA supports technology businesses through advocacy, capacity building, and industry representation. He highlighted initiatives aimed at enabling members to navigate regulatory frameworks, access new markets, and strengthen their operational capabilities. Muhammad Maroof, Team Lead International Banking at HBL, also addressed participants, providing an overview of international banking solutions relevant to technology firms engaged in exports and cross border transactions. His remarks underscored the role of financial infrastructure in supporting Pakistan’s growing digital economy.
The evening concluded with closing remarks by Raheel Iqbal, Vice Chairman P@SHA, who reflected on the importance of sustained engagement with regional tech ecosystems. An interactive open mic session followed, allowing participants to directly engage with P@SHA CEC Members, share feedback, and discuss challenges faced by businesses operating outside major urban centers. The session fostered open dialogue and encouraged collaboration among attendees. The meetup wrapped up with networking opportunities, enabling meaningful connections between CXOs, founders, and professionals from the Multan tech community.
P@SHA acknowledged the contributions of speakers, sponsors, and participants for making the event impactful. The HBL P@SHA CXO Meetup Multan reinforced the association’s focus on inclusive growth and regional development, highlighting how collaboration between industry bodies, financial institutions, and technology companies can support a more connected and resilient digital economy across Pakistan.
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