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Jehan Ara

Founder & CEO, Katalyst Labs

Jehan Ara is the founder and CEO of Katalyst Labs, a startup accelerator and innovation hub. A prominent figure in Pakistan’s IT industry, she is recognised for her dynamic leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. As the former president of the Pakistan Software Houses (P@SHA), she has played a pivotal role in fostering the growth of Pakistan’s technology sector.

Her extensive experience in marketing, communications, and new media, coupled with her passion for empowering communities through technology, has enabled her to make significant contributions to the industry. She has served on numerous national and international boards, including the PM's Taskforce for IT & the Digital Economy, the World Bank Advisory Group on Gender Diversity, and the APAC Content Advisory Board for TikTok.

Her efforts have been recognised with the Tamgha-e- Imtiaz, one of Pakistan's highest civilian awards.

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