The World CIO 200 Summit 2025 Pakistan Edition, powered by ITCN Asia, is being organized by Global CIO Forum, successfully concluded at PC Hotel, Karachi, bringing together leading CIOs, technology leaders, and innovators to discuss the theme “Dawn of a New Decade.” This event, powered by ITCN Asia, is being organized by Global CIO Forum under the visionary leadership of Muhammad Umair Nizam, 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫- 𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐍 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚, with the support and guidance of 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬 Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐈𝐒𝐎 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 and Syed Abdul Qadir PMP, CISA, ISO LA, 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫-𝐀.𝐅. 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐨𝐧 & 𝐂𝐨.
The event commenced with a Qirat and the National Anthem, followed by a warm welcome note by the Master of Ceremony, Syed Shafaat Ali. The summit set the tone for insightful discussions with an opening address by Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, President of the Global CISO Forum, and an introduction to ITCN by Muhammad Umair Nizam.
Key Highlights of the Summit:
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Keynote addresses from influential industry leaders, including Syed Abdul Qadir (PwC Pakistan), Syed Amir Ali (Deputy CEO, Meezan Bank), Muhammad Zohaib Khan (Chairman, P@SHA), Muhammad Azfar Ahsan (Chairman, Nutshell Group), and Hussein Hassanali (President, ISACA Karachi Chapter).
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An engaging fireside chat with Zainab Hameed (CEO, StrataG Consulting) featuring Shaukat Ali Khan (Global CIO, AKUH) and Faisal Anwar (CTO, Habib Bank Limited), focusing on leadership and technology innovation.
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Exclusive keynote insights from technology visionaries, including Syed Muneer Bakht (Global Head of Products, NETS International), Faisal Mamsa (CEO, Axis Digital), Abdul Rehman (Middle East, SolarWinds), Salman Popatya (COO, S2), Junaid Mansoor (CEO, TAJMAC), Umair Sheikh (Country Head, Trend Micro), Muntaqa Paracha (CEO, Foodpanda), and Ahmar Azam (CEO, TriFit Fitness Clubs).
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Awards ceremony recognizing 63 technology leaders and innovators for their outstanding contributions to the IT and business ecosystem.
The summit concluded with closing remarks by Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, followed by a Vote of Thanks by Syed Shafaat Ali, group photo sessions, and a networking lunch that provided a platform for meaningful connections and collaborations.
The World CIO 200 Summit 2025 – Pakistan Edition marked another milestone in fostering dialogue on technology leadership and shaping the future of digital transformation in Pakistan.
