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With an academic background from the<br>University of Texas and IMD Switzerland, complemented by the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, Aamir has been the CEO of Jazz since 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under his leadership, Jazz has evolved beyond connectivity into a purpose driven ServiceCo, currently serving over 100 million customers across financial services, entertainment, and digital platforms. As Pakistan\u2019s leading 4G operator, Jazz continues to set industry benchmarks, ensuring digital accessibility and innovation at scale. This transition emphasizes empowering marginalized communities, women, and children through technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aamir also serves on the Group Executive Committee (GEC) of VEON, further strengthening his role in<br>shaping the strategic direction of the global digital operator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jazz has achieved an annual revenue of $1.4 billion, with cumulative investments exceeding $10.9<br>billion, including over $5 billion in infrastructure enhancements during Aamir\u2019s tenure. JazzCash, Pakistan\u2019s largest payments and lending fintech, now serves over 49 million users, driving financial<br>inclusion and economic participation. As Chairman of Mobilink Microfinance Bank, Aamir plays a key<br>role in expanding access to financial services for underserved communities, ensuring that financial<br>inclusion reaches those who need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aamir is a member of the Advisory Council of WiDEF, a collaborative effort by USAID and the Bill &amp;<br>Melinda Gates Foundation to close the gender digital divide worldwide. He also serves on the Board of<br>Governors at National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), where he helps bridge academia<br>and industry to foster technological innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong advocate for digital transformation, Aamir has championed initiatives that enhance access to<br>digital and financial services, including the Digit 4G handsets for women and entrepreneurship programs<br>that support female business owners in the digital age. 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