Innovate UK Business Connect
Babar Javed is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in sustainability, innovation, and marketing consultancy. Currently serving as the Global Alliance Africa Knowledge Transfer Manager at Innovate UK Business Connect since March 2022, Babar has previously led significant projects at Funkar Ltd, including collaborations with major organizations like the Greater London Authority and SEVAmor Associates. From 2014 to 2017, Babar excelled as a Senior Innovation Consultant at Fearlessly Frank, driving innovative marketing strategies across partnerships with brands such as Nissan and HTC. Earlier career highlights include successful brand management roles at William Grant & Sons International and Unilever, where Babar developed award-winning campaigns and sustainable product innovations. Babar's academic credentials include a BSc in Economics of Industry & Trade from The London School of Economics and several advanced certifications in digital marketing and business strategies.
Innovate UK Business Connect
Innovate UK Business Connect is the new name for Innovate UK KTN. We connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking – accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.