Standard Chartered Pakistan has launched the 7th Cohort of the Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator in partnership with INNOVentures Global (Pvt) Limited. First launched in Pakistan in 2019, this initiative addresses gender disparity in the tech sector by supporting women-led businesses and overcoming financial barriers faced by female entrepreneurs.
The accelerator offers tailored mentorship and financial backing to foster an ecosystem where women can scale their ventures, contributing to economic growth and social change. This initiative is a part of Standard Chartered’s broader Futuremakers by Standard Chartered program, which aims to tackle inequality and promote economic inclusion globally.
Rehan Shaikh, Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Pakistan, commented that the launch of Cohort 7 reflects the bank’s commitment to creating equitable opportunities and advancing financial inclusion for women in Pakistan. Since its inception, the program has supported over 1900 women-led startups, with 143 founders graduating and 43 receiving seed funding.
This initiative is a vital component of the bank’s strategy to provide financial support and mentorship to women entrepreneurs, helping them thrive in the tech industry and drive meaningful change.
