February 11, 2025 – Confiz, a global technology and consulting leader, has appointed Fawad Zakariya as Chairman of the Board, along with Chris Barbin, Paul Zoghbi, and Shaharyar Ahmed as new board members. Their expertise in investment banking, IT strategy, private equity, and enterprise technology will drive Confiz's global expansion and innovation. CEO Kashif Manzoor emphasized the importance of strong leadership in fuelling growth, stating, "Their vision will help us deliver greater value to clients and shape the future of Confiz." With a focus on AI-driven transformation, Microsoft Business Applications, and Cloud Solutions, Confiz is strengthening its position as a leader in digital transformation
BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Confiz, a global leader in technology and consulting services and a trusted Microsoft partner, proudly announces the appointment of Fawad Zakariya as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Alongside him, three accomplished industry experts - Chris Barbin, Paul Zoghbi, and Shaharyar Ahmed - join as new members of the Board of Directors. These strategic appointments reflect Confiz's commitment to driving innovation, advancing its vision of redefining the global technology landscape, and delivering exceptional value to clients worldwide.
- Fawad Zakariya: Chairman of the Board: With a distinguished career in investment banking, technology strategy, partnerships and corporate development, and product-led growth (PLG), Fawad Zakariya brings transformative leadership to his new role as Chairman. He has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and strategic outcomes for leading global software firms such as SAP, Ping Identity, and Neo4j. Fawad's expertise in strategic partnerships, financings and acquisitions and scaling self-serve and sales-led business models, position Confiz for exponential growth. He is an active angel and venture investor, board member and operating advisor to both software companies and growth equity funds.
- Chris Barbin, is the CEO of Tercera and, formerly, CEO/co-founder of Appirio. Appirio was one of the first professional services companies focused on Salesforce and Workday Consulting and was acquired by Wipro for $500 million in 2017. Chris brings over three decades of experience in leading technology and professional services organizations. Known for scaling global teams and fostering innovation, Chris will play a key role in guiding Confiz to expand and scale its global Go-to-Market leadership and capabilities and accelerate its strategic initiatives in the North American & European markets.
- Paul Zoghbi, an experienced executive with a strong background in IT strategy and enterprise transformation, has held leadership roles at McKinsey & Company, Oracle, Kitopi and Rapiscan, and is currently serving as Partner & CEO of AON in MEA region. His deep understanding of the Middle Eastern market and his diversified leadership experience in IT Industry, will be valuable in supporting Confiz's growth in MEA region.
- Shaharyar Ahmed, a veteran in private equity investments and portfolio management, brings a wealth of experience across a range of industries, including SaaS, healthcare, and FMCG. Shaharyar has demonstrated a strong ability to execute high-value transactions and drive operational improvements in diverse global markets, including the U.S., Latin America, Eastern Europe, Africa, and Asia. His strong financial background and his expertise in scaling enterprises through inorganic growth will elevate Confiz's fiscal discipline and its focus on inorganic growth.
A Strategic Milestone for Confiz: The new board appointments come at a pivotal time as Confiz scales its operations globally, focusing on innovative domains such as AI-driven transformation, Microsoft Business Applications, Cloud Solutions, and Enterprise Software Development. With these industry veterans now guiding the way, Confiz is well-positioned to drive substantial change for its clients, enhancing its role as a frontrunner in digital transformation and shaping the future of technology across industries.
"An efficient, committed and highly competent board is the linchpin of sustainable profitable aggressive growth for any enterprise" said Kashif Manzoor, CEO of Confiz. "We are honoured to have Fawad Zakariya as Chairman and welcome Chris, Paul, and Shaharyar to our board. Their collective expertise and vision will empower us to deliver even greater value to our clients and shape the future of Confiz."
About Confiz:
Confiz is a global technology and consulting services company that empowers enterprises to thrive in the digital era. Leveraging deep expertise in Microsoft Business Applications, cloud computing, data, and AI, Confiz delivers scalable, industry-specific solutions that transform businesses and drive sustainable growth.
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