Telenor Velocity

Telenor Velocity Telenor Velocity is the first of its kind, 4-month, go to market accelerator program.

We have designed 4 months program around Telenor’s scale and assets to help entrepreneurs grow their companies.

1.Access to Mentors & Investors
Startups get access to our excellent network of “Experts from Telenor Pakistan” and “Seasoned Mentors & Investors”
2.Co-Working Space:
Co-working Seats for startups (Maximum 3 per Startup) in Islamabad.
3.Access to Customers:
Finding the right customers

for the startups and helping them reach them via SMS campaigns and digital distribution.
4.Payment Solution:
With Easy Paisa’s large financial footprint in Pakistan, startups will get access to world-class online payment solutions.
5.Chance to Pitch for Seed Funding:
10,000 USD seed funding for one startup based on pitching and evaluation.Equity for the seed funding will be negotiated separately with the startup.

19/05/2026

Every big vision starts with a constraint.

In this moment from Duckstories, Faizan Sameer reflects on building Football Factory without funding, identifying gaps, starting with school tournaments, and reinvesting every step back into the game. ⚽

Because real grassroots development does not begin in stadiums, It begins in schools.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/KvFlx0bAjz8?si=lSjApygNtdn_1JzJ

18/05/2026

Football is not just about building great players.
It’s about building great human beings. ⚽

In this powerful moment from Duckstories, Faizan Sameer shares why discipline, character, morality, and empathy matter far beyond the game itself. Because success means little if we forget the human behind the player.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/KvFlx0bAjz8?si=lSjApygNtdn_1JzJ

13/05/2026

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗴𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘁.

In the first episode of Duckstories Season 4, Cynia Ejaz sits down with Faizan Sameer, Pakistan’s first-ever UEFA-certified Football Manager and the founder of Football Factory. His story is not just about football. It is about resilience, about carving out a path where none existed, and about what happens when passion meets an unrelenting will to lead.

This one is worth every minute. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/KvFlx0bAjz8?si=lSjApygNtdn_1JzJ

16/01/2026

𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗨𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻

Shafiq Akbar shares a message of optimism and responsibility for the next generation. Change doesn’t happen by waiting, it happens when people choose to stay, contribute, and take ownership of the future they want to see.

Pakistan’s greatest strength lies in its untapped potential. With technology accelerating change and digital-first mindsets reshaping industries, the next decade holds immense opportunity. Progress will come from those willing to believe, build, and lead with intent.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vnx8mj48l0

14/01/2026

In this moment from Duckstories, Shafiq Akbar, Founder & CEO of Imarat Group, shares a powerful reminder: leadership isn’t a title, it’s a response. In moments of uncertainty, leaders are defined by their ability to stay calm, create safety, and reassure others, even when they’re navigating pressure internally.

True leadership shows up in everyday situations. It’s about managing emotions, putting people first, and providing stability when others look to you for direction. Calm isn’t the absence of fear, it’s a practiced choice.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vnx8mj48l0

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13/01/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

In this moment from Duckstories, , Founder & CEO of Group, challenges a common misconception: that failure is the end of the road. Instead, he reframes failure as a necessary part of progress, a pause, a correction, a practice of getting better.

In leadership, decisions aren’t one-time acts. They are living processes. You decide, you adapt, you course-correct, until you arrive at the best possible outcome. Growth isn’t about avoiding failure; it’s about staying committed to the process.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vnx8mj48l0

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30/12/2025

𝗜𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘆, 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹.

In this thoughtful reflection from Duckstories, Areej Khan Chief People Officer at Telenor Pakistan, breaks life down into two simple variables: the controllable and the uncontrollable.

She reminds us that obsessing over what we can’t change only pulls us into a spiral of anxiety, energy spent hitting walls instead of moving forward. Her message is clear and grounding: in times of change, focus inward. Focus on what you can control, your growth, your craft, and delivering with excellence. Because when the moment arrives, it’s those who stayed focused, consistent, and intentional who are recognized.

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/di5Am7sq

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30/12/2025

Leadership, especially in people-centric roles, goes far beyond policies and performance metrics; it’s about empathy, courage, and the responsibility of shaping environments where others can truly thrive.

In this powerful moment from Duckstories, Areej Khan, Chief People Officer at Telenor Pakistan, reflects on what it means to lead with humanity, make tough decisions, and stay grounded while navigating complexity and constant change. Her insight is a reminder that real leadership isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about listening, learning, and showing up with intention for the people you serve. The strongest leaders don’t just manage systems; they build trust.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/4tgQVPGT7y0?si=xZTFnxlWfegpHWXB

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30/12/2025

Redefining Strength in Leadership

In this moment from Duckstories, Areej Khan, CPO of Telenor Pakistan, talks about the challenges deeply ingrained in myth: that asking for help is a weakness. For leaders, especially women, support systems are not optional add-ons; they are critical infrastructure. Family, friends, caregivers, mentors, each play a role in making sustained performance possible.

True leadership isn’t about doing everything alone. It’s about building the systems that allow you to show up fully, set boundaries without guilt, and invest in your own growth with intention.

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