Pakistan has six reasons to celebrate with the recent unveiling of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list for 2024. This annual honor recognizes 300 young entrepreneurs and innovators under the age of 30 who are revolutionizing industries across the Asia-Pacific region.
The list includes three individuals credited under Linkstar. Ali Raza, one of the Linkstar co-founders, is also one of the co-founders of Oliv. Aleena Nadeem, founder of EduFi, a company focused on education technology, also represents Pakistan on the list. The logistics sector is represented by Kasra Zunnaiyyer, leader behind Trukkr. Completing Pakistan’s contingent is Bushra Sultan, a talented artist who has garnered recognition for her work.
The co-founders of Linkstar expressed their elation at being included on the list. They acknowledged the hard work of their team and emphasized that this recognition is just a stepping stone on their path forward. Sarkhail Shahid Bawany, Head of Product at ABHI, a. financial wellness platform, also shared his pride at being featured and his unwavering commitment to contributing to Pakistan’s growth and innovation on the global stage.
The selection process for the Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list is rigorous. Evaluators meticulously examined over 4,000 candidates, focusing on factors such as funding secured, revenue generated, potential for social impact, the scale of their operations, and the degree of inventiveness displayed. This year’s list showcases a diverse range of companies across the Asia-Pacific region, offering innovative solutions in healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, and a multitude of other industries. Pakistan’s presence on this prestigious platform highlights the immense talent and potential harbored by its young generation.
