Faisal Aftab is a Pakistani-American who is a notable and respected figure in Pakistan's thriving tech industry, boasting an impressive 25-year career as an executive, entrepreneur, and venture investor. He is also a Shark in the Pakistan edition of the television show Shark Tank.

His investment philosophy is centered on technological shifts that are driven by the complex interplay of global macroeconomic and geopolitical factors, along with the transformative potential of cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence. He was an early investor in both Bitcoin and Ethereum, recognizing their potential as digital commodities before many others.

Faisal has established two leading venture capital firms in Pakistan and has a proven track record of successful investments. As the Founder and General Partner of Zayn VC, he is well-positioned to continue driving Pakistan's tech sector forward, fostering innovation, and attracting both local and international investors.

Some of Faisal's notable investments include Haball, NayaPay, PostEX, Bookme.pk, Abhi Finance, AdalFi, EduFi, Bazaar-tech, KTrade, SnappRetail, Laam.pk, Krave Mart, GrocerApp, Truck It In, Savyour, Roomy.pk, Bagallery, Trellis, Tazah, Zaraye and Colabs.

He holds an MBA from Oxford University and joint Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Michigan State University.