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Ep 12 - Kalsoom Lakhani

Meet Kalsoom Lakhani, co-founder of i2i Ventures, Pakistan's first female-founded VC fund empowering entrepreneurs & innovators at their earliest stages.

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This week, Raj and Saif interview Kalsoom Lakhani.

Kalsoom shares her journey and insights as a trailblazing entrepreneur and Co-founder & General Partner of i2i Ventures, Pakistan's first female-founded VC fund. Established in 2019, i2i Ventures empowers young entrepreneurs in the early stages of their ventures. Raised in a business-oriented family, Kalsoom embraced innovation and entrepreneurship, carving her own path and inspiring her siblings to do the same. Through i2i Ventures, she unlocks Pakistan's potential, investing in groundbreaking startups and nurturing the next generation of innovators. Her dedication extends to social impact, with involvement in the Atlantic Council and the American Pakistan Foundation. Recognized as a global tech changemaker, Kalsoom inspires with her belief in small wins and commitment to positive change.

Thank you Kalsoom for sharing your story with us! Watch or listen wherever you prefer at www.startupstudios.co/podcast/ep-12-kalsoom-lakhani

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