Aatif started Indus Valley Capital with a mission to help founders build the most transformational and impactful companies in Pakistan. Indus Valley has been the first institutional VC to back many category-leading startups. Our portfolio startups have raised $270M+ in capital, more than a third of all funding raised by Pakistani startups in the last 3 years.
Previously, Aatif was VP Growth & International Products at LinkedIn and built the product team that grew the network by half a billion members. Aatif also led the product integrations between LinkedIn and Microsoft after the $26B acquisition.
Momina brings an invaluable perspective to IVC as a firsthand witness to the startup world’s highs and lows and the transformative power of entrepreneurs. Previously at Retailo, she played a crucial role in central P&L management from the CEO's Office, which sparked her passion for empowering bold visionaries addressing Pakistan's pressing problems (and dissecting P&Ls). She has spearheaded critical revenue-driving initiatives spanning new verticals and business development, and is well-versed in the dynamic local FMCG landscape. Her comprehensive understanding of business dynamics allows her to effortlessly navigate ground-level intricacies and take a bird's-eye view.
Sumraiz has contributed to strategy and fundraising at multiple startups in Pakistan. At Metric & Rayn, he worked in strategy and gained a deep understanding of startup growth and planning. At LAAM, he partnered directly with the CEO on fundraising and also worked on engaging Pakistani talent. Previously, Sumraiz learned the ropes of early-stage investments at Rayn Capital, providing valuable insights into the operational and strategic needs of emerging businesses. Passionate about ecosystem-level impact, Sumraiz is dedicated to helping Pakistani founders excel globally. He is enthusiastic about learning from brilliant minds and contributing to transformative projects.