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.