“I believe what most entrepreneurs lack today is not capital but vision. I build for the long term and focus on bringing in the right talent and giving them a clear direction.”
Ayub Khan Zakori, a third-generation entrepreneur, is known for his ventures into new territories and reimagining successful entrepreneurship. He has successfully led the family business and expanded it into diverse industries and across borders. Ayub is a respected figure in the hospitality, energy, construction, and healthcare sectors. Despite being involved with nine businesses, he provides counsel and guidance to the public sector and aims for a prosperous and stable regional business environment. Apart from being the advisor to the Finance minister, Mr. Zakori has also served as a core member of Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and is the President of the Industrial Association Peshawar. He has played a crucial role in revamping the country’s venture capital domain and has served as the Chairman of the National Incubation Center. Ayub is also involved with providing information to international stakeholders interested in investing in the region as the Chairman of the Zonal Facilitation of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Economic Zones Development and Management Company (KPEZDMC). He has been instrumental in breaking social and business stereotypes in the region.
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“THE CECOS CHRONICLES” Season 2 is here! Episode 2:”Business Talk with Mr. Ayub Zakori” Ladies and gentlemen!!! The wait is finally over! We are thrilled to present to you the highly anticipated Second episode of Season 2 “The CECOS Chronicles,” IMAD JAVED.
In this episode of KHANCAST the CEO of Zakori Group of Industries Ayub Zakori shared his business journey, and thoughts & ideas on the current economic crises, way forward, what needs to be done.
“There’s nothing called stagnation in business; you either move forward or the intensifying competition becomes an abyss which is difficult to recover from!”
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At the Common-wealth Alliance for Young Entrepreneurs (CAYE) event in Malaysia.
A meet-up with Dr.Muhammad Amjad Saqib, Founder of Akhuwat Foundation, Shafique (RMI), hosted by Muhammad Sabur Sethi, President of City University, Peshawar.
With Dr.Muhammad Amjad Saqib, Founder of Akhuwat Foundation.
Reham Khan’s visit to Mr.Cod Peshawar.
A Session with the Senators and Ministers arranged by SMEDA/USAID.
A Group photo with the Senators and Ministers at the SMEDA/USAID event.
At the inauguration ceremony of Rescue 1122 with Taimur Jhagra.
At the Academy of Police as Chief guest of the Passing out ceremony of new recruits.
A Group Photo with the new recruits at the Academy of Police.
With Capital City Police Officer at the inauguration ceremony of the Police station in Industrial Estate Peshawar.
At a meeting with Justice Yar Muhammad, Interim Chief Minister and Fazal-e-Illahi, Interim Minister of Industries on behalf of IAP.
A Group Photo with the Executive Members of Industrial Association of Peshawar (IAP).
A Group Photo with Kamran Bangash, IT Minister.
IAP Members group photo with the IG Police.
At an ACCA Meeting as Certified Gold Employers of ACCA.
Representing Pakistan as WBAF Senator at the renowned WBAF World Congress, 2023 in Durban, SA.
Representing Pakistan as WBAF Senator at the renowned WBAF World Congress, 2023 in Durban, SA.
Meetup with Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Ibrahim Awal from Ghana.
Meeting with Shante Moore, US Consul General, regarding PAK-US bilateral economic & trade relations.
With Chairman SECP Pakistan, Akif Saeed on behalf of IAP regarding corporatization.
A delegation of IAP at HQ of Anti-narcotics Force regarding National Plan against drug abuse.
A delegation of IAP with Governor KPK, Haji Ghulam Ali at Governor House, Peshawar regarding IAP issues.
Meet-up with the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Mr. Mehmet Pacaci regarding mutual avenues of bilateral trade.
Ayub Zakori orientation session with IAP members as President IAP on Oct 1st 2023.
President IAP, Ayub Zakori, meeting with newly elected SCCI officials.
President IAP presenting souvenir to the SDPO Hayatabad for their efforts.
President IAP presenting souvenir to the Chairman IPO for awareness raising and capacity building of businesses.
A Group photo with the Deputy Director TDAP.
President IAP receiving souvenir from Chairman NAVTTC, Gulmina Bilal for private/public collaboration.
MOU Signing ceremony between IAP and NAVTTC for mutual collaboration.
President IAP presenting souvenir to the GM SNGPL Peshawar for the new appointment.
Souvenir presented by BRAINS Institute Peshawar for delivering a speaker note to the MBA students.
President IAP meeting with the Honorable Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq in regard to Industrial Estate challenges.
President IAP, presenting a souvenir to Minister of Excise and Tax, Mr. Khaleeq ur Rehman.
Representing Pakistan as Country Chair at the Financial Inclusion Conference arranged by WBAF at London Stock Exchange (LSEG).
Arranged World Business Angel Investors Week 2024 as country chair and Senator WBAF, where panel discussions and roundtables were arranged with National Dignitaries, Ministries, Govt. Representatives and other C-suite executives in Islamabad.
Representing Pakistan in Baku as Senator World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) at ICESCO’s 2nd International Entrepreneurship Summit and Startup Grand Final.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Zakori Group and Ranchers with Ms. Noorena Shams, Pakistan’s leading international squash player.
President IAP with Governor KP, Mr. Faisal Karim Kundi at Job Fair 2024 - a joint collaboration of IAP and NAVTTC.
Meetup with successful Executives at CEO Summit arranged by CEO Club Pakistan.
Celebrating Zakori Group projects success at Brand of the Year Award Ceremony 2023-2024.
Mr, Ayub Zakori, CEO Zakori Group as speaker at CEO Summit Bali 2024
Representing Pakistan as WBAF Senator at the renowned WBAF World Congress, 2024 in Bahrain.
Representing Pakistan as WBAF Senator at WBAF World Congress 2024 in Bahrain.
At the launch of CEO Today Magazine by Ijaz Nisar, hosted by CEO Club Pakistan.
As Chief Guest at the Entrepreneurial Expo, COMSATS University Islamabad.
Fireside Chat at Future Fest 2025 on the topic “From Vision to Victory"
Moderating a panel at Invest Connect Event (ICE25) organized by HEC, with Zulfiqar Ahmed, Maria Carolina Romero, Syed Sohail Hussain Naqvi, Dr. Talat Mahmood, Zeeshan R. Khattak and Asim Ishaq Khan on future education and investment opportunities.
Mr. Ayub as chief guest at the inaugural event for Business Incubation Center (BIC), University of Peshawar.
As chief guest at the closing ceremony of Sports Gala 2025 at the Government Technical and Vocational Center (Women), GTVC(W) Hayatabad, Peshawar.
IAP Excellence Awards 2025 ceremony took place under the Presidency of President IAP, Mr. Ayub Zakori.
Mr. Ayub Zakori, CEO Zakori Group at SITECH CEO Summit Karachi organized by CEO Club Pakistan and World CEO Forum.
Zakori Group has achieved a significant milestone by becoming an accredited institute under the City & Guilds framework. The Group has secured accreditation for four of its companies: Zakori Industries Pvt. (Ltd.), Codistan Ventures, Ranchers Cafe' and Renome Interiors.
President IAP, at a dinner hosted by distinguished Industrialist, Adeel Rauf, joined by U.S. Consul General, Shante Moore and Political & Economic Officer US Consulate General , Kathleen Gibilisco.
President IAP, Mr. Ayub at a meeting with Mr. Muhammad Naeem, DG PDA.
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