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Zeeshan Shabbir Tahir

Zeeshan Shabbir Tahir
Home Town: Attock
Current Residence: Islamabad
Degree & Majors: BS Mass Communication
Educational Institute: Virtual University
Current Company: Million News Media
Current Job Title: CEO & Co-Founder
Previous Companies: Crown Equity Holdings-Manager Pakistan, Brilliant Innovators - Founder, Plate101-Co-Founder
Companies Founded: 3
Venture Capital: No
Mission Statement: Zeeshan Shabbir is dedicated to democratizing financial knowledge, simplifying investment decisions, and empowering retail investors through innovative, accessible financial tools.
Key Achievements: 1. Founded Brilliant Innovators in 2009, which successfully created over 50 jobs and established multiple offices across Pakistan, directly contributing to the economic empowerment of several communities. 2. Spearheaded the development and launch of Plate101, an innovative platform that enables home chefs to monetize their cooking skills, significantly impacting the local food industry and supporting small-scale entrepreneurs. 3. Led Million News Media (formerly Stocks Telegraph) to achieve a market-beating performance with our proprietary AI-driven financial tools, demonstrating over 100% gains, outperforming major indices and establishing the platform as a leader in financial insights. 4. Successfully navigated the rebranding of Stocks Telegraph to Million News Media, broadening the scope and reach of the platform to include more comprehensive financial data and tools, fostering substantial growth in subscriber base and revenue. 5. Contributed to community building by initiating and leading multiple corporate social responsibility programs focused on education and technology access in underserved regions, demonstrating a commitment to social impact beyond business achievements.
Influences: 1. Crown Equity Holdings: My early career collaboration with Crown Equity Holdings provided a foundational experience in managing large-scale operations and understanding the global business landscape. It was instrumental in shaping my approach to business development and scalability. 2. Tech Innovators: Influential figures in the tech industry, such as Matt Paulson (Founder of Marketbeat.com), have inspired me with their vision and relentless pursuit of innovation. Their successes in transforming traditional industries through technology have motivated me. Startup Ecosystems: Participation in various accelerator programs like i2i and exposure to the vibrant startup ecosystems in Silicon Valley have deeply influenced my understanding of startup dynamics and growth strategies. Market Needs and Challenges: Direct interactions with retail investors and witnessing their struggles with complex financial data have driven me to develop more user-friendly and accessible financial tools, shaping my entrepreneurial focus towards simplifying investment decisions. Family and Community: My family's support and the broader entrepreneurial community have been crucial in providing the resilience needed to navigate the ups and downs of startup life, influencing my commitment to building solutions that have a meaningful impact on people’s financial well-being.
Funds Raised: No Years of Experience: 14
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