Pakistan Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Report 2014

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

There is an opportunity for the government to play a stronger role to help the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

Foundations and philanthropic capital can play a key role in the life cycle of an entrepreneur.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

Overall there is a lack of formalized VC and Private Equity players.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

Increased activity in competitions and forums does not always translate into formation of startups as participants lose interest

over time.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

Universities are building incubation centers but there is a need for more intra academia collaboration.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

There needs to be more incubator and accelerator programs in Pakistan spread across various cities.

Ecosystem Trends & Observations

The Pakistani Diaspora plays a strong role in boosting the economic activity of the country.