Pitch Day – Cohort 3

NICF Startup Spurt International Leads Hydroponic Training in Quetta

  We’re elated to share that NICF startup Spurt International successfully conducted a groundbreaking hydroponic and vertical farming training in Quetta, Balochistan! ???????? This initiative, organized by RBWRP TA (an EU-funded program), marked the first-ever technical training on hydroponics at the Directorate of Agriculture Extension in Quetta. ???? The two-day training was attended by representatives […]...

NICF Startups at 25th ITCN Asia

NICF Founder, Ghasharib Shoukat, showcased his venture Zarai Mandi at the 25th ITCN Asia at the Ignite Pavilion. He had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, dignitaries, potential clients, and investors, highlighting Zarai Mandi’s innovative solutions. The event provided a valuable platform to explore new partnerships and growth opportunities. ???????? Here’s a glimpse into […]...

Virtual Pitching of Cohort 5

What an exciting day it was for the first round of virtual pitches for our 5th cohort! We were truly impressed by the innovative solutions presented by these incredible startups. Best of luck to all the startups who pitched today and impressed our judges! ???? We can’t wait to see what tomorrow’s pitches have in […]...

Salim Ghauri, Founder & CEO of NETSOL Technologies Joins Us at NICF

Listen to Salim Ghauri, Founder & CEO of NETSOL Technologies, as he shares his thoughts on the thriving startup ecosystem at NIC Faisalabad during his recent visit! Thank you, Salim, for inspiring our community! We look forward to hosting you again soon!    ...

NICF Startups at Google Cloud Startup Ecosystem Meetup

                Our startups and team had an incredible day at the Google Cloud Startup Ecosystem Meetup! They connected with fellow entrepreneurs, explored the latest tech trends, and gained insights from Google experts. Here’s a sneak peek!...

Our startup Spurt International Collaborates with RBWRP to Promote Hydroponic Farming in Balochistan

  We’re excited to share that our startup, Spurt International, was invited by the EU-funded Revival of Balochistan Water Resource Program (RBWRP) TA to discuss their hydroponics project and explore potential collaboration avenues. Their team had productive meetings with the Ambassador of the EU, the EU Head of Cooperation, the FAO Balochistan team, and the […]...

E-Commerce Training Session in Collaboration with TDA

    Wrapped up a successful E-Commerce training session in collaboration with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) at NICF! It was an exciting event packed with valuable insights on e-commerce channels for SMEs, exporters, women entrepreneurs, and startups. Participants also learned how to master export procedures. A big shoutout to the TDAP team […]...

Foreign Service Academy Delegation Visit

It was a pleasure to host the Foreign Service Academy delegation at NIC Faisalabad! Our team provided a comprehensive tour of the facility, showcasing the incredible work happening within Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. We discussed the pivotal role of innovation in driving economic growth, the importance of an effective policy framework to support startups, and the […]...

Our startups gained exclusive insights into cutting-edge marketing trends and technologies, ensuring they stay ahead of the competition. From marketing fundamentals to brand strategy and digital marketing techniques, we covered all the bases! A big thank you to our expert speaker, Umayr Sahlan Masud, COO at Change Mechanics, for sharing his invaluable insights with our […]...

Fireside Chat with Ahmad Shafi, CEO at Crescent Textile Mills

Another successful edition of the ‘Add a 0 Series’ wraps up, featuring none other than Ahmad Shafi, CEO at Crescent Textile Mills! He shared his invaluable experience in Pakistan’s textile and export industry, along with strategic approaches for innovation and company growth. In conversation with Zeeshan Shahid, Project Director at NIC Faisalabad, Ahmad Shafi emphasized […]...