Abdullah Akhtar

Head of Lending Operations - Fintech (Digital Wallet, Payments and Lending) at Hubpay

Abdullah Akhtar has extensive work experience in various industries, starting with their most recent role as the Head of Lending Operations at Hubpay, a fintech company specializing in digital wallet, payments, and lending services. Prior to that, they worked as the Head of BNPL Operations at Retailo Technologies, where they successfully onboarded retailers and managed loan performance. Abdullah also held the position of Head of Growth and Commercials at Retailo, focusing on technology-driven FMCG distribution and SAAS solutions.

Before their roles at Retailo, Abdullah Akhtar was the Director and Co-founder of Empire Properties, a real estate firm specializing in investment advisory services. During this time, they also established partnerships with banks and fintech companies to provide financial assistance to customers for property loans.

Abdullah Akhtar also has experience in the fintech industry as the Chief Growth Officer at Finja, where they focused on financial inclusion strategies and successfully onboarded companies for various products and services.

In addition, Abdullah Akhtar worked as the Head of Business for e-commerce ventures at Arpatech Technology Ventures Pvt Ltd, leading expansion efforts and achieving significant annual revenue. Abdullah also held leadership positions at foodpanda and EatOye Pvt. Ltd, where they played key roles in business development, account management, and expansion.

Earlier in their career, Abdullah Akhtar worked as a Senior Sales Executive at The Cricketer and a Marketing Executive at Excellent Presence. Abdullah also held the role of Coordinator at Bahria University, where they organized various university events and secured sponsorships from prominent organizations.

Overall, Abdullah Akhtar has demonstrated strong leadership, business development, and management skills throughout their career in various industries.

Abdullah Akhtar completed their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree at Bahria University from 2007 to 2011. Their field of study focused on Retail Management, Corporate Finance, Business Marketing and Sales, and Creating Brand Value. Later, from 2012 to 2014, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree at the Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology. During this time, they specialized in Entrepreneurial Management, Business Leadership, Analysis, Strategy, and Execution.

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  • Head of Lending Operations - Fintech (Digital Wallet, Payments and Lending)

    June 1, 2022 - present

  • Head of Lending Operations (Founding Team)

    July 1, 2022