2014

Established In

30+

Charter Members

5000+

Subscribers

60+

Events

About OPEN

OPEN (Organisation of Pakistani Entrepreneurs) is a global network of Pakistani entrepreneurs and professionals, with chapters in 13 cities from Silicon Valley to New York to London to Islamabad. OPEN provides a platform for Pakistani entrepreneurs and professionals of a city to connect, network, collaborate, mentor and support each other. For more than 15 years, OPEN has established itself as the most reputed global brand of Pakistani professionals and has helped countless in their entrepreneurial journeys.

Vision

Foster entrepreneurship, business acceleration, partnerships, cross chapter collaboration, and belief in the brand ‘Pakistan

Mission

Our mission is to promote entrepreneurship and professional growth by connecting the professional Pakistani community through workshops, events and mentoring opportunities. Our members include professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, venture capitalists, scientists, social leaders, academics, and students.

Objective

OPEN's goals include fostering entrepreneurship, business acceleration, professional growth, bridging the gaps, cross-chapter collaboration and belief in brand Pakistan. Our team at OPEN is committed to providing opportunities to the individuals and organizations to Connect, Innovate & Disrupt.

Meet Our President & Chairman

Arsalan Vardag

President, Open Islamabad

Dr. Arshad Ali

Chairman, Open Islamabad

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On one hand, it's definitely an honor to be chosen for such a prestigious role, but on the other, I see it as a challenge to follow the footsteps of the past Presidents, who have done such a commendable job with extraordinary hard work towards the development of entrepreneurial culture in the capital.

I am committed to trying to continue as well as improve upon the existing programs, including the Networking Events, Special Interest Groups, Annual Events, with an aim to ensure that this platform for entrepreneurs and professionals to connect, networks, collaborate, mentor, and support each other is always there, exceeding everyone's expectation in terms of quality and value.

It will also be my endeavor to further strengthen the organization in terms of finances, permanent team, and enhanced relationships with other stakeholders including organizations with similar objectives, Investors, International Financial Institutions, and Government. The purpose of doing this all is to create value for the community in general and members in particular.

- Arsalan Vardag, President, OPEN Islamabad

Variety of Programs to help Entrepreneurs, Professionals & Students!

Networking Events

Networking events are arranged on a quarterly basis in which accomplished entrepreneurs, seasoned professionals and students get a chance to interact and learn from each other.

Special Interest Groups - SIGs

SIG events are arranged on a regular basis where people in a particular domain or with a particular interest gather and learn from others via meetups, talks and workshops.

CEO Coaching

This program is for the organizational leaders who have somewhat established concerns and looking for the share of expertise, mentoring and guidance to take their businesses to the next level.

Legal Clinic

Legal Clinic is designed to fill this gap and will offer top quality advice by the top experts. That includes ranging from structure of the company, partnership agreements, taxation structure, employee contracts etc.

Past In Pictures

: Legal Clinic

: SIG, Design Thinking

: SIG, PostgreSQL

: ui-ux-workshop

Membership Types

Student Member

Student members get subsidized access to all content, member profiles and they can learn about business ideas, entrepreneurship and emerging trends.

Associate Member

Entrepreneurs and professionals who want to polish their skills, network with other seasoned professionals and entrepreneurs and attend high-quality events.

Charter Member

High profile successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders who love to give to the community by sharing their experiences and time.

Our Partners & Sponsors

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