Meet Ahmed Rauf Essa – The E-Commerce Visionary Putting Pakistan on the Global Business Map.
Introducing Ahmed Rauf Essa, a trailblazing entrepreneur who launched Telemart at just 23—and turned it into one of Pakistan’s top e-commerce marketplaces and the largest tech retail network in the country, with 40 retail stores across 27 cities.
Now 33, Ahmed isn’t just a success story—he’s a phenomenon. He’s the only Pakistani entrepreneur to win 14 global awards before the age of 34. From being featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 (2019) to being named a Rising Star by the World Retail Congress, his journey is proof that ambition backed by execution knows no borders.
But his impact isn’t just local—it’s global. As a jury member for 34 international business awards, he’s judged leading brands like Amazon, Saudi Aramco, IBM, Bugatti, Samsung, Tata, Upwork, Coca-Cola, CISCO, and Carrefour. In 2023, he made history again—becoming the first-ever Pakistani to chair the International Business Awards.
Beyond accolades, Ahmed is building systems that empower others. As the founder of ARE Ventures, he leads Pakistan’s largest business accelerator, helping companies achieve hyper-growth through strategy, technology, distribution, alliances, and scale. He also mentors startups worldwide as a Global Mentor for the Startup Worldcup 2025.
Ahmed Rauf Essa isn’t just building businesses—he’s redefining Pakistan’s presence in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.
His story is a powerful reminder: when vision meets resilience, borders disappear, and legacies begin.
