The Future Summit

14/11/2024

Rabia Ahmad, Director & CEO, Nutshell Group, emphasized that THE FUTURE SUMMIT—now in its 8th year—serves as a strategic platform to showcase Pakistan’s investment potential, facilitate international partnerships, and foster collaboration across industries, with strong support from private sector partners.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

14/11/2024

THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition brought a thought-provoking Conversation on "From Risk to Reward: Climate Solutions." The session emphasized proactive climate solutions, highlighting Pakistan's potential in green industries, the importance of corporate action, and the economic opportunities in sustainability and climate resilience.

Our esteemed panelists included Philip Skinner, Head of Middle East, North Africa & Pakistan, GuarantCo and Origination Lead for Nature, Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG); Andrew Bailey, Managing Director, BASF Pakistan; Ayla Majid, ACCA's Global Deputy President and Founder & CEO, Planetive; Matteo Scalabrino, Associate, Bankers without Boundaries (BwB) and Sadia Dada, Chief Distribution & Marcomms Officer, K-Electric. The session will be moderated by Sajjeed Aslam, Partner, SpectrEco LLC, USA.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

14/11/2024

The fifth session of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition, themed "The Digital Future," featured thought-provoking addresses Prof. Michael Sung, Chairman, CarbonBlue Innovations & HorizenDigital and Founding Director, Institute of Digital Finance Innova on, Zhejiang International Business School and Michael Clark, Futurist & Ex Global Head of Digital Transformation, Mastercard. The session discussed the rapid advancements in AI and the urgent need for education systems to evolve to equip individuals with skills for an AI-driven future.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

14/11/2024

The fourth session of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition featured an insightful Conversation on "Future of Climate Finance". The session emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between public and private sectors, sustainable finance, and targeted investments to address climate risks and drive environmental progress in Pakistan.

Our esteemed panelists included Faisal Mohammed AlShimmari, Head of ESG & Corporate Strategy, Mashreq; Ede Borbely, Vice President, Bankers without Boundaries (BwB); Maheen Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, InfraZamin Pakistan and Amir Shehzad, Executive Director, Unity Foods Limited. The session was moderated by Dr. Fatima Khushnud, Executive Director, Pakistan Environment Trust.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

13/11/2024

Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, Chairperson, Pakistan Stock Exchange Ltd & Former Federal Minister for Finance & Former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, highlighted Pakistan's vulnerability to climate change and the urgent need for substantial investment in infrastructure during her keynote address at THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

13/11/2024

The third session of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition featured enriching addresses from Syed Amir Ali, Deputy CEO, Meezan Bank Limited and Ahmad Mobeen, Senior Economist – Asia-Pacific, S&P Global Market Intelligence. The session focused on leveraging Pakistan's growing human capital to drive economic growth, while addressing the challenges and reforms needed to sustain resilience and control inflation.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

12/11/2024

THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition brought an insightful ‘Future Stage: Keynote Dialogue.’ The session underscored the role of technology and AI in driving financial inclusion, empowering talent, and redefining business roles to create a sustainable, equitable future for Pakistan.

Our esteemed panelists included Dr. Yanan WU, CFA, Chairman/CEO, Surfin Meta Digital Technologies Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) and Meta Fund Investment Management Pte Ltd. (Singapore); Fatima Asad-Said, Chief Executive Officer, Abacus and Abdul Haseeb, Managing Director, TMC Private Limited. The session was moderated by Usman Yousuf, Director, Nutshell Communications; Chairman, ProPakistani; Regional Entrepreneur & Investor.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

12/11/2024

THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition presented an engaging panel discussion on Talk amongst Titans: “What Matters Now?”
The session highlighted the transformative potential of digitalization, investment, and technology—especially blockchain and educational reforms—in driving Pakistan’s economic growth and sustainability.

Our esteemed panelists included Kaan Terzioğlu, Group Chief Executive Officer, VEON; William Bao Bean, Managing General Partner, Orbit Startups; Jimmy Nguyen, Founder & CEO, New Win Global and Senior Advisor, Prism Carbon Solutions LLC. The session was be moderated by Saquib Ahmad, Managing Director, SAP Pakistan, Iraq, Bahrain & Afghanistan

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

12/11/2024

The inaugural session of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition featured powerful addresses by corporate and government leaders. The session emphasized the importance of a long-term economic strategy, where a partnership between government and private sector enables digital expansion, food security, sustainability, and tech innovation to unlock Pakistan’s growth potential.

The session brought together esteemed speakers, including Chief Guest Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue; ; Augie K Fabela II, Founder & Chairman, Board of Directors, VEON; Dr. Bakheet Ateeq Al Rumaithi, Consul General of the United Arab Emirates; Farrukh Amin, Chief Executive Officer, Unity Foods Limited; Yousaf Hussain, President, Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry OICCI and President & CEO, Faysal Bank Limited and Muhammad Azfar Ahsan, Founder & Chairman, Nutshell Group.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

11/11/2024

Dr. Reza Baqir, Managing Director, Alvarez & Marsal and Global Practice Leader, A&M's Sovereign Advisory Services, emphasized the need for homegrown economic development solutions to address Pakistan's fiscal challenges in his keynote address at THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition.

The Summit which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024, under the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

Watch the full here: https://bit.ly/3Cwg0ph

09/11/2024

Read about Pakistan Observer's coverage of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition, which took place on November 6 & 7, 2024.

Find out more: https://pakobserver.net/future-summit-2024-concludes-with-focus-on-pakistans-future-challenges-opportunities/

The Summit on the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

  The 8th edition of THE FUTURE SUMMIT 2024 concluded its second day with impactful discussions centered on critical topics…

09/11/2024

Arab News highlights key moments from THE FUTURE SUMMIT 8th Edition, held on November 6 & 7, 2024.

Click here to read: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2578241/pakistan

The Summit on the theme 'WHAT MATTERS NOW,' is the global convergence of trailblazing minds with a vision to transform the future for the better.

8th Edition was Co-hosted by Unity Foods Limited and Nutshell Conferences Group, in Strategic Partnership with Faysal Bank Limited and Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry .

KARACHI: A top United Arab Emirates diplomat said on Wednesday his country was actively investing in Pakistan, as he highlighted the possibility of greater bilateral collaboration in food security while addressing a major economic conference. UAE Consul General Bakheet Ateeq Al-Rumaithi was speaking...