Welcome to National Incubation Center Karachi

Show Up as the CEO You Are (or Aspire to Be)
2025-12-26 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | NIC Karachi, Pakistan
Outcome:

Develop a clear understanding of how branding and storytelling can be leveraged to achieve your startup’s goals.
Create a strong brand identity that differentiates your startup from competitors.
Craft a compelling brand story that resonates with your target audience and effectively communicates your value proposition.
Develop the skills to utilize storytelling effectively across various communication channels to engage your audience and build brand loyalty.
Gain the confidence to present your startup and its vision in a clear, concise, and impactful way.

Trainer:
Naureen Ghaffar is a former banker who transitioned into entrepreneurship in 2014. With deep expertise in corporate restructuring, she played key roles in major bank mergers and served six years as Regional Head North for SME and Commercial Lending.
She now leads a business consultancy, helping clients structure optimal banking solutions, and is also a realtor working with premium projects including DHA, Bahria Town, and Emaar Pakistan. Her company collaborates on advanced HVAC projects and actively integrates SDGs, particularly women’s economic empowerment and climate action.
Naureen is an active member of RCCI and FPCCI, has led women entrepreneurship initiatives, and brings strong experience in B2B partnerships, collaboration, and networking through organizing major national and international events.
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All About Fundraising
2025-12-30 15:00 - 17:00
Outcome:

Develop a draft investment thesis and investor deck for their business.

Conduct mock investor pitch presentations, receiving feedback on the effectiveness of their communication and storytelling abilities.

Trainer:
Riaz Ahmed Helped Founders build:

27 – Pre-seed;
16 – Seed;
7 – Early stage; and
10- Growth stage startups as a mentor, coach and VC partner
Raised over $17 million for these startups in MENAP.

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Technology Stack Selection Choosing appropriate technologies for FinTech solutions
2026-01-13 15:00 - 17:00
Outcome:

Gain an understanding of the factors to consider when selecting technologies for your Fintech project.

Develop the ability to critically evaluate and compare different technology options.

Make informed decisions regarding the technology stack for your Fintech solution, considering feasibility, cost, and long-term sustainability.

Trainer:
M. Hasan Khan is a Software Engineer, AI Engineer, and Data Scientist with strong expertise as an AI Python Developer, currently working full-time at Must Fintech since May 2023 in a remote role based in South Korea. He specializes in designing, developing, and deploying end-to-end artificial intelligence solutions, including machine learning models, data preprocessing pipelines, model selection, and production deployment.
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Crafting Powerful Pitches: The Art of Storytelling
2026-01-16 15:00 - 17:00
Outcome:

Corporate communication for startups

This topic focuses on startups learning how to create impactful and engaging pitches by incorporating emotions, humor, and storytelling while mastering the essentials of pitching

Trainer:
From technology to project management to entrepreneurship, I’ve come a long way to discover that diversity in your skillset only evolves you as a better professional and a better person. My recently launched initiative Porter Pakistan has taught me the biggest value of them all; Leadership!
My expertise include entrepreneurship, leadership, data analytics, performance management & reporting, project management, training & development, client servicing, technology planning, creative writing and resource management.
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Sales Funneling - How to acquire initial customers
2026-02-10 15:00 - 17:00
Outcome:

Develop a basic sales plan outlining target audience, prospecting strategies, and key metrics to track progress.

Conduct role-playing exercises to practice sales conversations and refine communication techniques.

Trainer:
Hanzala Started his entrepreneurial journey at 19, I founded Highfy at 21 after identifying a major gap in Pakistan’s beauty eCommerce ecosystem. Today, Highfy is Pakistan’s leading beauty-focused platform, serving 600,000+ customers, partnering with top brands, and achieving profitable year-on-year revenue growth. He currently lead a 50+ member team, mentor early-stage founders, and regularly speak at entrepreneurship forums, with a training approach rooted in real-world startup experience, practical execution, and building scalable, sustainable businesses.
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Startup Business Models and Pricing
2026-02-12 15:00 - 17:00
Outcome:

Develop a detailed revenue model outline, including pricing strategy and financial forecast for their business.

Participate in a case study analysis, dissecting the revenue model and pricing strategy of a successful company in their industry.

Product Pricing Strategies for Founders

Trainer:
A seasoned finance and audit professional with 13+ years of experience in financial management, accounting, auditing, budgeting, and cash flow management. Skilled in financial modeling, taxation, IFRS, and industry-leading tools including QuickBooks and Peachtree, I help organizations build strong financial foundations through precision, accuracy, and strategic insight. Known for strong communication and client-focused delivery, I bring reliability, clarity, and measurable value to every engagement.
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Regulatory Compliance: Navigating regulations specific to industrial solutions
2026-02-25 11:00 - 13:00
Outcome:

Gain awareness of the regulatory landscape impacting your startup’s industrial automation solution.

Identify potential compliance challenges and develop initial strategies to mitigate associated risks.

Begin to understand the resources and support available for navigating compliance requirements effectively.

Trainer:
Over twenty-five years of experience in Automation Projects in all capacities (From Sales, Proposals, Project Management, Engineering & Design) and Quality Management Systems. Proven track record of Sales & Marketing of innovative projects for the last ten years. Well-experienced in Customer management and relationship building. Excellent in working with cross-functional teams /collaboration with International Customers. Good liaison with Commercial /Legal/Technical divisions to make sure Customer centric solution with a win-win situation for all stakeholders is achieved. Exceptional liaison with the Marketing team to arrange events, seminars, conferences, and marketing collateral.
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Financial Model Development
2026-02-27 11:00 - 12:30
Outcome:

This session introduces participants to the fundamentals of financial planning for startups, including financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and funding options

Trainer:
He leads investor partnerships at Morse Bridge Ventures, building an active community of founders, VCs, family offices, and LPs across LinkedIn, Telegram, and WhatsApp.
In 2024, he organized 96 investor events and regularly runs roadshows in Dubai and Riyadh. He also leads bootcamps on fundraising, valuations, decks, and financial models. If you’re raising capital or deploying it, let’s connect.
Committed to advancing inclusive growth and resilient communities, values that guide his approach to supporting investors and founders and building the next generation of impactful ventures.
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