Speakers – MCT Summit Pakistan 2025

Here are Our Speakers

Topic: Keynote Session

Raja Ahmed is a Technology Strategist at Microsoft. As a dynamic technology strategist, he specializes in architecting cutting-edge cloud solutions and developing strategic initiatives to ensure customer success. With a customer-centric approach and sharp business acumen, he excels in aligning with client needs and driving growth. His passion for product development and technology sales enables him to stay at the forefront of industry advancements, positioning him as a key technology leader in a variety of verticals, poised to deliver exceptional results and drive business excellence.

Topic: What they don't teach you in the Instructional Skills Course

Marc is a Microsoft Certified Trainer and serves as the MCT Community Lead for Switzerland. Marc is the perfect example of the “Alpine Geek” (Nerdus Alpinus), having delivered courses in two languages and multiple countries for over 20 years, but living in a three-hundred-year-old chalet in the Swiss Alps that only got broadband Internet in 2009. He often works with Microsoft subsidiaries, particularly around Partner Readiness, and has presented at various Microsoft events (TechED, TechDays, MCT Summits).

Topic: The Future of Microsoft Certifications: Adapting to Emerging Technologies

Muhammad Zubair Akhtar Hussain is a technology enthusiast working majorly in Microsoft Azure, MS 365 and Cybersecurity domains. He is a senior trainer and consultant for Microsoft, Cisco and EC-Council. He is actively engaged as an IT trainer and is transferring technological knowledge in his domain. He is an active member of IEEE and serves as treasurer for IEEE Subsection Faisalabad. He is a curriculum developer, reviewer, and academic writer. He works as a trainer/consultant for HEC, NAVTTC, TEVTA, JICA, and other corporate sectors.

Topic: Transition to Microsoft Fabric for a Power BI developer

Abu Bakar Alvi is a Microsoft Certified Trainer. As a Power BI trainer, he delivered hundreds of hours of training to both corporate and public clients across the globe. He is a highly experienced Data Analytics and certified Project Management Professional with over 25 years of industry experience. With a demonstrated track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and completing challenging projects, he has a diverse background that includes embedded systems engineering, as well as the management of multi-million dollar projects in the Defense sector.

Topic: From Scroll to Salary: Revolutionizing Pakistan’s Digital Economy with AI, Blockchain, and New Media

Dr. Jibran Ali Khan is a multiple award-winning InnoTechPreneur, EduPrenuer, and journalist. He holds an Honorary PhD from European Digital University, USA, an MBA in Marketing from International MBA Institute™ in Zurich-Switzerland, and a degree in Social Sciences with Majors in Media Studies and Journalism from Bahria University in Pakistan. He holds over 92 certifications in world-leading technologies, including Innovation, Blockchain, AI, IoT, Cybersecurity, Agile, Remote Working, Entrepreneurship, Communication Skills, and Digital Marketing.

Finding Flow: How Trainers Can Create Engaging, Distraction-Free Learning

Francis Msangi Masera is an MCT, MVP, Microsoft Certified Dynamics 365 Business Central Developer & Functional Consultant. As a seasoned Business Central AL developer, consultant, and YouTuber, he is passionate about helping businesses harness the full potential of this powerful ERP platform. With extensive experience developing custom solutions, providing strategic consulting services, and sharing his insights and expertise through his YouTube channel, he is dedicated to helping organizations of all sizes optimize their operations and drive growth.

Topic: Power Apps & Power Automate for Trainers: Automate Certificate Generation & Delivery

Charven Ligan is a Power Platform Solutions Architect at Pacer Solutions and a Trainer/Senior IT Consultant at Ryfe Technology Opc. With 10+ years in tech, she specializes in Microsoft solutions (Power Platform, Azure, M365) for SMBs. A Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), she leads a Philippine user group and is a Power Apps Super User, advocating community-driven learning and innovation.

Topic: Resources for MCTs – How to access and utilize

**Usman Lodhi**, a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) since 2013 and MCT Regional Lead since 2022, specializes in Microsoft 365, Intune, and Azure. Passionate about community growth, he delivers engaging training as a Microsoft Learn Expert, blending technical expertise with practical insights. Usman fosters continuous learning and innovation, empowering IT professionals to excel in the evolving tech landscape. His dedication inspires skill development and success across the industry.

Topic: Mastering Azure Security – Best Practices for MCTs

**Gulnaz Mushtaq** is a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and Microsoft MVP based in Pakistan. Since becoming an MCT in 2018, she has trained hundreds worldwide and earned the prestigious Enrique Lima Award for her contributions to tech education. As Pakistan's MCT Regional Lead, she co-founded the MCT Community Pakistan to connect and empower local trainers. Passionate about learning and collaboration, Gulnaz strengthens technical education by supporting educators and fostering professional growth across the global tech community.