Ibtisam Babar, Head of Zindigi Prize, has been awarded with the “Future Leader of the Year” Award at the 27th edition of ITCN Asia, in recognition of his pivotal role in advancing Pakistan’s startup ecosystem and empowering the next generation of youth entrepreneurs across the country.
Organized by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., ITCN Asia is a leading three-day technology exhibition that brings together Pakistan’s entire technology and startup ecosystem, serving as a platform for innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership.
Commenting on Achievement Ibtisam Babar, Head Zindigi Prize said, “Receiving this award at ITCN Asia is a reminder that innovation is a team sport. Every student, founder, and mentor who contributes to Zindigi Prize is helping shape a generation of problem-solvers who can redefine entrepreneurship in Pakistan and beyond.”
The award recognizes Ibtisam Babar’s leadership in driving the vision of Zindigi Prize, a purpose-driven entrepreneurial platform designed to enable young innovators and support startups that deliver both commercial value and meaningful social impact. Zindigi Prize has engaged over 5,000+ startups across more than 180 universities nationwide, emerging as Pakistan’s first homegrown international startup community. Today, Zindigi Prize stands as the largest social entrepreneurial community in Pakistan. Ibtisam Babar was earlier honored with the “ Young Entrepreneur of the Year” award at the Pakistan Digital Awards.
The recognition by ITCN Asia highlights the importance of acknowledging individuals who are making meaningful contributions to Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. Such awards reinforce the value of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the ongoing efforts to empower the next generation of founders and impact-driven ventures across the country.
