COLABS and Gobi Partners Bring Founders’ Pizza & Pitch to Karachi for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs

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Colabs is gearing up to host an exciting edition of Founders’ Pizza & Pitch in collaboration with Gobi Partners this Saturday at its Shahrah-e-Faisal campus in Karachi. The event promises to bring together early-stage founders, startup enthusiasts, and investors for an engaging afternoon of mentorship, feedback, and networking, all in a casual, collaborative environment over pizza.

Designed to empower entrepreneurs at the beginning of their startup journeys, the event will provide founders with an opportunity to present their ideas, share pitch decks, and receive expert feedback directly from Gobi Partners, one of Pakistan’s most active venture capital firms. With a focus on supporting innovative thinkers, the session especially welcomes female founders and emerging AI builders eager to refine their ventures and learn from industry leaders.

Taking place on November 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Founders’ Pizza & Pitch offers a unique platform for entrepreneurs to connect with like-minded peers, exchange insights, and strengthen their understanding of what investors look for in early-stage startups. The setting at colabs, Pakistan’s leading collaborative workspace, creates an atmosphere conducive to candid conversations, meaningful connections, and practical takeaways.

Participants will gain personalized guidance on key aspects of startup building, ranging from refining business models to perfecting investor pitches. The event aims to foster a culture of open learning, where founders can test ideas, receive constructive criticism, and engage with professionals who have deep expertise in scaling businesses.

With limited slots available, only 12 to 15 founders will be selected, the event ensures an intimate and high-impact experience for attendees. Calendar invites will be shared with the shortlisted participants following registration. Interested founders can secure their spot by applying through the official link before the submission deadline on Thursday, November 6, at 11:59 PM PKT.

The initiative reflects colabs ongoing commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting founders with investors, mentors, and key stakeholders in the startup landscape. Partnering with Gobi Partners, which has a proven track record of investing in high-potential ventures across Asia, further reinforces the event’s value for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking both exposure and actionable feedback.

By hosting Founders’ Pizza & Pitch, colabs continues to expand its footprint as a launchpad for emerging founders while encouraging collaboration across sectors. The partnership between colabs and Gobi Partners underscores the shared belief that Pakistan’s next generation of entrepreneurs can thrive through mentorship, inclusivity, and innovation-driven dialogue, all served with a slice of pizza and a spirit of community.

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