Dr Iffat Zafar Aga
Dr Iffat Zafar Aga, cofounder & COO of Sehat Kahani, has 14 years of experience in pharma, microinsurance, and digital health. With a medical degree from Ziauddin University and a Master's from the University of Edinburgh, she leads Sehat Kahani, impacting 3.5 million lives. Winner of the UK Alumni Awards 2024, she is a TEDx speaker and recognized global innovator in healthcare access.
Nabeel A Qadeer
Nabeel Qadeer, Deputy Group CEO at BenchMatrix LLC, is a leader in digital transformation, innovation, investment, and human capital development. A pioneer in Pakistan's entrepreneurship ecosystem, he introduced business incubation and co-working spaces. Nabeel democratized entrepreneurship with "Idea Croron Ka," influenced policy, and is an author and winner of the 2024 Global UK Alumni Award.
Dr Abid Malik
Prof. Abid Malik, with 28+ years of experience and a PhD from the University of Sheffield, leads the Public Mental Health Department at Health Services Academy, Islamabad. Supervising 17 postgraduate students, his research addresses mental health in developing nations. Winner of the 2024 British Council Science and Sustainability Award, he excels in teaching, training, and research.
Dr Sarah Qureshi
Dr Sarah Qureshi is an aerospace engineer, jet engine inventor, and hobby pilot. She holds a PhD in Aerospace Propulsion Engineering from Cranfield University and is the co-founder and CEO of Aero Engine Craft, Pakistan's first commercial eco-friendly jet engine R&D company. A trailblazer for women in STEM, she inspires women leaders in aerospace globally.
Khaled Anam
Khaled Anam, Pride of Performance recipient, is an actor, singer, and founder of the Children Education and Entertainment Portal (CEEP). A Karachi University Master's graduate, he has translated Open Sesame, authored Bachon kay Geet, and pioneered children's theatre in Pakistan. Ex-HOD Mascom at Greenwich University Karachi, he now teaches at the university while promoting Urdu literature.
Saad Masood Zuberi
Saad Masood Zuberi, winner of the Study UK Global Alumni Award 2024 for Culture and Creativity, is a journalist and documentary filmmaker whose work has earned global recognition. He is the inaugural Derek Ingram Press Fellow at Cambridge University and a PhD candidate in media and public affairs, focusing on identity, framing, and representation in international journalism.
Barrister Khadija Siddiqi
Barrister Khadija Siddiqi is a Pakistani criminal lawyer and women’s rights activist. After surviving a life-threatening attack, she fought for justice, leading a movement for human rights. She secured a conviction against her attacker and advocates for women’s rights and legal reforms. Siddiqi has received multiple awards, including the Hum Women Leaders Award (2020) and UK Alumni Award (2022).
Dr Tanvir Ahmad
Dr Tanvir Ahmad, a Commonwealth Scholar and UK Alumni Award 2024 winner in Social Impact, has 17+ years of experience in clean energy, climate change, and humanitarian development. He has worked with UN agencies, multilateral organizations, and national bodies to drive change in energy access, sustainability, and disaster risk reduction.