The entrepreneurs play a critical role and make praiseworthy contribution in the development of any country. They are the driving force behind the economic growth of the country, which create employment opportunities for the masses by training, educating and converting unskilled workforce into a skilled one. Entrepreneurs develop innovative ideas and concepts which play a major role in boosting the economic conditions of a nation. Recognizing the effective role entrepreneurs can play in improving the economic conditions of Pakistan, Khushhalibank, the premier microfinance institution of the country, has become the exclusive partner of IBA Verve 2011 organized by IBA Entrepreneurship Society (IBAES) and Center for Entrepreneurial Development. This annual summit is one-of-its kind entrepreneurial event which is attended by young aspiring entrepreneurs, students and renowned entrepreneurs across the country.

The unique entrepreneurial summit which will be held on 26th Feb 2011 in Karachi will provide young entrepreneurs a great networking platform to connect with established and aspiring entrepreneurs of the region. This will also elaborate on enhancement of business activities, capacity building, and strategies for entering new markets, skill development and setting up new businesses. The informative session will address various issues and problems faced by young entrepreneurs and guide them on surviving in aggressive markets. Various other activities will also be organized such as the story-telling sessions with established entrepreneurs and a mentoring segment which would play an important role in motivating and mentoring the young and aspiring youth of the country.

Speaking on the exclusive partnership with IBA Entrepreneurship Society (IBAES), Ghalib Nishtar, President, Khushhalibank, stated “It’s important to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in the next generation of business leaders of our country and IBA Verve 2011 is an ideal platform to promote them”. He further stated “We at Khushhalibank are delighted to be partners in this important summit as these young entrepreneurs hold the key to a stable Pakistan. As is evident, there is one common thread that binds the established and aspiring entrepreneurs together, and that is the desire to make a difference and the commitment to excel and build world-class organizations.”

Commenting on the association with Khushhalibank, Dr. Shahid Qureshi, Associate Director, IBA Centre for Entrepreneurship, stated “This summit would not have been possible without the generous support of Khushhalibank and we are thankful to them for sponsoring this platform which is meant to encourage the aspiring entrepreneurs to start their business with valuable information and guidance. IBA and Khushhalibank share similar ideologies when it comes to empowering the youth of our country. The summit will equip the entrepreneurs to prepare themselves thoroughly for assessing the business opportunities available in Pakistan and the necessary steps required to grow their enterprises.”

Khushhalibank in the past has also extended a helping hand to the youth of Pakistan by offering various scholarship programs and sponsoring several personality building forums of leading universities.