Our Core Team – The Blue Co

We create and support the development of centered, inclusive and focused LEADERS who skillfully navigate difficult conversations, connect purpose and potential with strategic priorities, exhibit executive presence, inspire progress and have mastered remote and hybrid team management. Our work with your teams increases motivation and accountability, allowing emerging leaders to overcome personal and professional blockers, reaching the next level of their growth journey, while feeling energized, happy and valued!

Imran Farooqui

Chief Executive Officer

Imran Farooqui, a distinguished business leader and corporate coach with over 20 years of experience in strategic management, finance, and organizational development, has held influential roles at Procter & Gamble, L’Oréal and METRO.

Beyond traditional roles, Imran leverages his coaching proficiency to inspire and guide teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. His expertise spans leadership, design thinking, and organizational development across functions like finance, supply chain, brand-building, manufacturing, retail, wholesale, distribution, and sales.

Imran holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance from McGill University and is a certified Level 2 Master Certified Professional Coach, skilled in building collaborative relationships and driving change. He has held multiple board positions in the past, including HABIB METRO and ECOENERGY where he is also currently involved.

Passionate about coaching, Imran established The Blue Company (Private) Limited, where he has empowered small to mid-sized businesses and coached executives in mid to large organizations for the past three years, fostering sustainable growth and strategic vision. Imran is a recognized authority in corporate and business coaching, known for inspiring, guiding, and empowering organizations to maximize their potential in today’s dynamic business landscape.

His global perspective and extensive experience make him a valuable guide for businesses seeking enduring success, with particular emphasis on finance, supply chain and business process optimization, corporate training, and coaching.

Amneh Shaikh Farooqui

Chief Strategy Officer

20+ years’, entrepreneurship, development, and training sector experience, and Acumen fellow.

Amneh is an accomplished social entrepreneur and leader with two decades of experience in Pakistan’s impact sector. She’s a recognized expert in gender mainstreaming, project management, leadership development, economic empowerment, and environmental initiatives. Amneh’s work is defined by her unwavering commitment to amplifying marginalized voices within sustainability, social change, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. She leverages the power of indigenous heritage and knowledge, authentic storytelling, and artistic expression to drive social change. Amneh’s approach operates at the intersection of social justice, gender equality, decolonization, and fashion. She is the Curator of Women of the World festivals in Pakistan since 2016 and the Founder/CEO of Polly and Other Stories, an artisan-focused marketplace. She’s also an Acumen, Miller Center Social Enterprise and IVLP Fellow and author of the book “Fearless,” which profiles 50 remarkable women from Pakistan.

Sara Nisar

Chief Operations Officer

Chief Operating Officer
10+ years’, entrepreneurship, leadership coaching and development experience, and Acumen fellow.

Sara Nisar is a versatile professional with a strong educational background in Design & Media Arts, earning her a Gold Medal from Karachi University. Her career journey embodies a commitment to creative expression, community engagement, and leadership. Sara was indispensable in her role as Manager at Acumen Academy Pakistan, where she restarted the flagship Fellows Program and launched sector-based Accelerators. Her strategic vision and operational to build sustainable partnerships significantly expanded Acumen’s impact in the region.

Sara’s portfolio includes successful event curation and execution, with highlights such as the Women of the World Festival and Super Salt 2018. With a skill set encompassing project management, marketing, community building, and experience design, Sara is well-equipped to inspire and coach individuals in leadership, creative expression, and community engagement. Her expertise in design, media arts, and communication skills make her a valuable resource for those seeking to make a positive impact and tell compelling stories in today’s world.