Junaid Iqbal Age, Wiki and Bio

Junaid Iqbal

Quick Info

ProfessionEntrepreneur, Economist, Investor
NationalityPakistani
Date of Birth05/09/XXXX
AgeUnknown
BirthplaceKarachi, Pakistan

Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Entrepreneur
  • Economist
  • Investor
Zodiac SignVirgo
ReligionIslam
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 6" (168 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolThe Lyceum School (1996-1998)
College/University
  • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (1998-2002)
  • Lahore University of Management Sciences (2011)
  • Harvard Business School, Boston, Massachusetts (2013)
Degrees
  • BA in Economics from University of Michigan
  • Generational Transition of Family Businesses from Lahore University of Management Sciences
  • Leadership in Financial Organizations (Executive Education Program) from Harvard Business School

Personal Life

Marital StatusUnmarried
HometownKarachi, Pakistan

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Career

OverviewJunaid Iqbal has built a diverse and impactful career in economics, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Significant Roles
  • Power trader and energy analyst at American Electric Power (2002-2004), focused on natural gas and coal markets.
  • Anchor and producer at Geo TV, leading Pakistan's inaugural daily stock market show.
  • Head of research at the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, where he established the analytics division.
  • CEO of BMA Financial Services Limited, developing an independent platform for financial products.
  • Chief executive officer at Elixir Securities, driving significant returns for shareholders.
  • Managing director at Careem and contributing to its expansion in both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
  • Chairman of Salt Arts in Dubai, enhancing cultural and artistic initiatives.
  • Founder and CEO of Salt Ventures, focusing on early-stage investments in technology and health sectors.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Junaid was actively involved in student leadership roles during his school years, including serving as president of the Amnesty International club.
He held a vice-presidential role in AIESEC while studying abroad.
He has been recognized as one of H! Pakistan’s Hot 100 Innovators.
An adventurous individual, he enjoys activities like kayaking and bungee jumping.
He maintains a YouTube channel named 'Pakistan&Counting,' discussing economic challenges and opportunities.