Muhammad Abbas & Co. (Chartered Accountants) is proud to announce that Mr. Abdul Rafey, Executive Director – Growth & Partnerships at the firm, served as a member of the jury for the NICAT Cohort 8 Final Pitches in the FinTech, Commerce & SME category.
The NICAT Cohort 8 Final Pitches brought together emerging founders and entrepreneurs presenting innovative ideas and business solutions aimed at addressing real-world challenges, strengthening businesses, expanding access to opportunities, and contributing to Pakistan’s economic progress.
As a member of the jury, Mr. Abdul Rafey joined other distinguished professionals in evaluating the participating founders and their ventures. His role involved reviewing the ideas and presentations of the finalists and contributing valuable feedback based on their innovation, business potential, and overall approach.
Mr. Abdul Rafey serves as Executive Director – Growth & Partnerships at Muhammad Abbas & Co. (Chartered Accountants), where he is involved in driving growth initiatives, developing strategic partnerships, and exploring opportunities for collaboration and business development.
His participation in the NICAT Cohort 8 jury reflects the firm’s commitment to supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and the development of Pakistan’s growing startup and business ecosystem.
Muhammad Abbas & Co. recognizes the importance of platforms such as NICAT in providing emerging entrepreneurs with opportunities to present their ideas, receive expert feedback, and connect with experienced professionals and industry stakeholders. Such initiatives play an important role in helping promising ventures refine their strategies and progress towards sustainable growth.
The firm extends its appreciation to NICAT for organizing this valuable initiative and for bringing together founders, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and ecosystem stakeholders.
Muhammad Abbas & Co. also congratulates all the participating founders of NICAT Cohort 8 and wishes them continued success as they work towards transforming their innovative ideas into impactful and sustainable ventures.
Muhammad Abbas & Co. (Chartered Accountants) remains committed to professional excellence, strategic growth, meaningful partnerships, and supporting initiatives that contribute to entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic progress in Pakistan.



