Business Desk 
Dec 31, 2024
Pakistan's business landscape is home to a diverse range of talented CEOs who are making a significant impact. From banking to technology, these visionary leaders are shaping the future of business in the country.
Looking for inspiration from Pakistan's top CEOs? Gadinsider has you covered. Meet the individuals driving change and innovation across industries such as banking, technology, and more.
Top 10 prominent Pakistani CEOs
Asim Javed
Asim Javed, CEO of LeadingStack Technologies, is an experienced technology and business entrepreneur with 6+ years of success in handling various businesses and software projects. He is ranked first in the CEO's ranking list of 2024.
LeadingStack Technologies is a software development company focused on providing innovative solutions to clients.
Mian Jawad Ahmad
Mian Jawad Ahmad, Founder and CEO of Encoderbytes Pvt Ltd, is leading the development of innovative software solutions with expertise in product design, market research, and UI/UX strategy. He is ranked second in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
With a background in computer science and software engineering, he excels in product development, project management, and mentoring young talent. His commitment extends beyond business, as he actively supports community initiatives, offering training and education to underprivileged youth and advocating for women's and transgender rights.
Muhammad Haroon Ur Rasheed
Muhammad Haroon Ur Rasheed is the founder and CEO of Codiffy, a leading web development company specializing exclusively in WordPress development. With a team of dedicated professionals, Codiffy is committed to helping businesses grow and succeed.
With over 8 years of experience in both agency and client-side roles, Haroon is an articulate web consultant and marketing professional. His expertise lies in delivering effective e-commerce solutions and strategically guiding clients to achieve significant advancements in the ever-evolving digital market.
Muhammad Nauman Khan
Muhammad Nauman Khan is the founder and CEO of Ideaz, which offers complete e-commerce and out-of-home (OOH) solutions, along with printing and branding solutions. All types of digital, non-digital, and acrylic signage fabrication, BTL activities, event management, wooden work and giveaways. He is ranked fourth in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
Rabeel Warraich
Rabeel Warraich is the founder and CEO of Sarmayacar, the leading venture capital firm in Pakistan, and a Kauffman Fellow, run by professionals with experience in banking, private equity, and company building.
He serves on the boards of Bykea, Dawaai, ProCheck and Patari. Moreover, Warraich is currently a Shark in Shark Tank Pakistan.
Fahad Shaikh
Fahad Shaikh is the founder and CEO of CodesOrbit, which fosters a culture of excellence by including individualistic collectivism and structured chaos. As technology revolutionaries, CodesOrbit constantly push the boundaries of innovation and experimentation, always striving to improve digital solutions. Shaikh is ranked sixth in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
Waqas Ahmed
Waqas Ahmed, General Manager K.K. Rice Mills (Pvt.) Ltd, have 15 years of experience in the trade industry, eight years in textile, and seven years in the agriculture industry. K.K. Rice Mills (Pvt.) Ltd is a fully integrated organisation with vast marketing experience and established with a modern ideology of prevailing business atmosphere, which is fully equipped with experienced manpower and latest technology of Rice processing.
Adeel Murad
Adeel Murad is co-founder and CEO of IDEACORP Group of Companies, established to make a mark in various ventures, including real estate development, tourism and import-export. Registered with SECP, IDEACORP is driven by highly experienced and dedicated professionals. He is ranked eighth in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
Khalid Hussain
Khalid Hussain is the founder and CEO of Khalid Associates Global (KAG), which provides professional training and consultancy to leading commercial and financial entities in Pakistan and across the globe. He aims to produce quality future leaders and to be among the top five leading global Consultants in the field of Management and Trade Finance fields
KAG offers comprehensive training, consultancy, and trade finance services, designed to support banks, financial institutions, and corporate organisations in achieving their strategic objectives and operational excellence. He is ranked ninth in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
Nabeel Ahmed
Nabeel Ahmed is the founder and CEO of Naisky, which helps small business owners leverage limited capital in smarter, more effective ways. In some cases, using technology provides greater efficiency and versatility, making it a natural progression for processes you may already have in place in your business.
Naisky has various Virtual and Augmented Reality games, such as Dead End FPS Shooter, Roller Ball, Mind Reader IQ, Roller Coaster VR 360, Stars PKR, VR Traffic Car Racer 360, Real Car Parker Drive, and VR Traffic Bike Racer 360. Nabeel Ahmed is ranked 10th in the CEOs ranking list of 2024.
