Aamir Ibrahim

Chief Executive Officer and President Jazz/Chairman MMBL

Aamir Hafeez Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz since 2016, is a visionary leader in telecommunications and digital technology, with over 30 years of global experience. Holding degrees from the University of Texas and IMD Switzerland, and having completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, Aamir has driven Jazz to become Pakistan’s leading digital operator, overseeing investments of over US $10.7 billion.

Under his leadership, JazzCash has grown into Pakistan's largest digital wallet, significantly advancing financial inclusion, particularly for women. Aamir is also a member of the Advisory Council of WiDEF, focused on closing the global gender digital divide.

Aamir’s dedication to bridging academia and industry is evident through his role on the Board of Governors at NUST and his promotion of partnerships with educational institutions, government, and civil society. His commitment to diversity is reflected in initiatives that enhance digital access for women and underrepresented groups.

Aamir has also played a crucial role in national crises, leading substantial financial and strategic support during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 floods. His efforts have generated over half a million jobs in the tech sector, contributing to Pakistan's economic growth.

For his outstanding contributions to Pakistan’s digital and telecommunications sectors and his leadership in financial inclusion, Aamir Hafeez Ibrahim has been awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz.

Asif Aziz

President Enterprise Solutions, Jazz

Asif has an extensive 29-year career in the telecommunications industry. He specializes in launching services in technologically challenging and emerging markets, having held significant leadership roles in multinational telecom organizations across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. His international experience and strategic vision have been crucial in driving Jazz's growth and sustaining its market leadership.

During his tenure at Jazz, Asif has spearheaded several strategic initiatives and milestones. He played a key role in the merger of Mobilink and Warid, revitalizing the brand’s market presence and transforming it into the customer-centric brand we know today as Jazz.

Asif has been instrumental in promoting digital adoption in Pakistan, advocating for increased smartphone and broadband penetration, with a focus on digital inclusion. In his various strategic roles at Jazz, including Chief Commercial Officer, he successfully expanded Jazz’s customer base from 35 million to over 75 million. Notably, he also played a crucial role in the introduction of 4G services, solidifying Jazz’s position as the market leader, growing its customer base from 22.2 million to 47 million. Most recently, as Chief Business Officer, Jazz he has driven Pakistan’s largest onshore cloud, Garaj to commercial success.

Asif holds an MBA from Ashridge Management School, UK, and is Chairman of the Pakistan Advertisers Society. A Chartered Marketer since 1997, Asif is also an avid cyclist.

Kazim Mujtaba

President Consumer Division, Jazz

Kazim Mujtaba, formerly Chief Commercial Officer, holds extensive experience in data services, performance management, contextual marketing, decision sciences, enterprise PMO, and M&A portfolio management. With 23 years in the telecom industry, Kazim has held senior roles in Strategy and Marketing at Ooredoo Group, Telenor Pakistan, Mobilink Pakistan, Warid Telecom, Uganda Telecom, and SabaFon Yemen. At Jazz, he has also served as Head of Integration, Marketing, and Analytics & Insights. Kazim holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Lahore University of Management Sciences.

Khalid Shehzad

President (Interim) Analytics and Software, Jazz

Khalid brings extensive global experience in Information Technology and Telecommunications. With over 20 years in senior management and leadership roles, Khalid has worked with companies including Motorola, Millicom International Cellular, Western Wireless International, PTML, Celtel International, and Telenor Pakistan. Before joining Jazz, he was the CTO for Dtac in Thailand.

Aamer Ejaz

President Digital Platforms, Jazz

Aamer Ejaz, previously Chief Digital Officer, leads Jazz’s digital initiatives, including video, music, self-care, and Agritech, as well as the Jazz Incubation and Accelerator programs like NIC and Jazz XLR8. His previous roles at Jazz include overseeing JazzCash until its virtual carveout and leading the successful network merger of Jazz and Warid as Vice President of Network. With 24 years in telecommunications and digital technologies, Aamer has held key positions at Orascom Bangladesh, Ufone & Etisalat Pakistan, and Alcatel. He holds a gold medal in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Telecommunications from the University of Engineering & Technology Lahore and enjoys reading, coffee, and regular gym sessions.

Syed Fakhar Ahmed

Chief Corporate & Regulatory Officer, Jazz

Fakhar Ahmed has served as the Chief Corporate & Regulatory Officer at Jazz since January 2020. With over two decades of experience in industries such as Energy, FMCG, Finance, and Development, he has previously held senior roles including Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at K-Electric. His career spans Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China, where he has expertise in regulatory advocacy, organizational transformations, and mergers and acquisitions. Fakhar is known for his skills in stakeholder and crisis management, Communications, and Corporate Social Responsibility. He holds an MBA in Marketing and an MA in Political Science and is a member of the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK).

Syed Ali Naseer

Chief Data and Strategy Officer, Jazz

Ali brings a wealth of experience in guiding global billion-dollar companies through complex regulatory and corporate landscapes. Currently, he is looking after the implementation of Jazz’s DO-1440 strategy as well as Pakistan’s largest data lake firing up various businesses, including JazzCash, and digital assets like Tamasha and BIP. He firmly believes that it is down to people to drive transformation and performance and hence his passion to nurture and develop talent.

Ali brings strategic decision-making, crisis management expertise and government advocacy networks to augment the company’s growth trajectory. His unique blend of both private and public sector experience is a valuable asset.

Formerly Chief Business Officer, Jazz, Ali has successfully pivoted his career from strategy and communications to transformational business performance and is now a recognized leader in the commercial and technology arena. He led Jazz Business through a transformation from a corporate connectivity player to a digital solutions provider, designed to help business partners grow. In 2022, he launched what is now Pakistan’s largest on-shore cloud, Garaj.

Prior to Jazz, Ali spent over a decade in the tobacco industry, working in Communications and Public Affairs. Before entering the corporate sector, Ali had a decade long tenure as a senior civil servant with the Government of Pakistan undertaking various field and staff assignments in different parts of the country.

Tazeen Shahid

Chief People Officer, Jazz

Tazeen Shahid is a seasoned HR leader with over 20 years of experience, serving as the Chief People Officer at Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator. She oversees the company’s people strategy, ensuring it aligns with business goals while fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.

Throughout her career, Tazeen has built a strong reputation for transforming HR functions into strategic business partners, leading to enhanced organizational performance and a more engaged, diverse workforce.

In addition to her role at Jazz, Tazeen contributes to the broader HR field in Pakistan as a member of the Board of Governors for the Pakistani Society for Training and Development (PSTD) and the Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM).

Her expertise spans talent management, leadership development, and the creation of forward-thinking HR policies that meet the evolving needs of the business.

Gabor Kocsis

Chief Financial Officer, Jazz

Gabor’s journey before joining Jazz includes over two decades at Telenor, where he held various CFO roles in Hungary, Serbia, Norway, and Pakistan. His current position at Jazz marks his second assignment in Pakistan, following a two-year tenure with Telenor Pakistan in 2013-14. Within VEON, Gabor has also served as CFO of Kyivstar in Ukraine, leveraging his proficiency in Russian.

Gabor holds a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Engineering from Janos Bolyai Technical-Military Academy in Budapest and an MBA from Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh. Based in Norway with his family, Gabor enjoys skiing, sailing, and regular gym sessions. He is also an avid reader and has a passion for food and wine.

Saima Kamila Khan

Chief Legal Officer, Jazz

Kamila has over 20 years of diverse legal experience across sectors like oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, banking, and telecom. Before joining Jazz, she was the General Counsel, Company Secretary, and Head of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at ICI Pakistan Limited, where she expertly integrated legal, governance, and communications functions.

Kamila holds an LL.B. from the University of Punjab and an LL.M. from the University of Pennsylvania, U.S.A. She has also served on the boards of the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) and Al Meezan Investment Management Ltd.

Known for her innovative approach, Kamila combines legal expertise with strategic leadership in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Through mentorship, Kamila inspires women within Jazz and beyond, helping them overcome barriers and achieve their potential.

Kamila Khan’s leadership is defined by her commitment to creating inclusive corporate cultures, making her a pivotal figure in promoting diversity and equity in the workplace.

Sarwat Salahuddin Khan

Chief Ethics & Diversity Officer, Jazz

Sarwat Salahuddin Khan is Jazz’s Chief Ethics & Diversity Officer, overseeing the Corporate Compliance Program and FCPA risks. She is championing Jazz’s diversity agenda to foster equitable offerings through products and policies for people and communities. Formerly Jazz’s Chief Legal Officer, she has over 20 years of experience in Legal, Ethics & Compliance, and Project Management across various sectors. Sarwat holds an LL.B. from the University of Punjab, an LL.M. from the University of Durham, UK, and is a qualified Director from IBA. She also serves on the Board of a public listed company and is a certified trainer in Women Executive Leadership.

Murtaza Ali

President, JazzCash

Murtaza is currently leading Pakistan’s largest fintech platform with over 44 million customers. He has been with JazzCash in leadership roles since 2019 and has served on the board of Mobilink Microfinance Bank. Previously, as CFO of Telenor Microfinance Bank, he was pivotal in its merger with ANT Financials. Murtaza’s strategic leadership has consistently delivered superior business results, transforming customer journeys through digitalization. Murtaza is a member of the prestigious Forbes Finance Council. A Chartered Accountant and member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), he has completed executive leadership programs at institutions such as the Stockholm School of Economics, Norwegian Business School, IMD, and London Business School. He began his career at Ernst & Young Pakistan.

Haaris Mahmood Chaudhry

Chief Operating Officer/ Interim CEO - Mobilink Bank

Harris Mahmood Chaudhary brings over 20 years of experience in Banking & Finance, Corporate & Regulatory Affairs, and Risk Management. He has held senior roles at Standard Chartered Bank, Barclays Bank, ABN AMRO Bank, and Citibank. Haaris has served on the Board of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) and currently serves as a Member and Director of the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL) board, where he also chairs the Procurement Committee.

Haaris has extensive experience managing financial institutions, driving business turnarounds, and leveraging technology to enhance financial services. Before joining Mobilink Bank, he was CEO of the Universal Service Fund (USF), impacting 40 million beneficiaries with over PKR 70 billion in investments.

At Mobilink Bank, Haaris focuses on 'growth with purpose,' emphasizing Women Empowerment, Green Financing, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). He has represented Pakistan on international platforms such as GSMA, ITU, SAMN, and COP28, advocating for sustainable finance and the intersection of gender and climate change.