1 – GIKI Alumni Association https://gikialumni.org Home of the excellent Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:52:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.10 https://gikialumni.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-GIKI-Flavicon-32x32.png 1 – GIKI Alumni Association https://gikialumni.org 32 32 Omar Hayat https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/omar-hayat/ Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:52:23 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6502

Omar Hayat is an energy executive leading production and asset strategy in the United States. As EVP & Chief Operating Officer at California Resources Corporation (CRC), he commands the company’s vast upstream operations and midstream infrastructure.

Holding a GIKI engineering degree, a Master’s in Petroleum Engineering from Stanford, and a UCLA Anderson MBA, Omar’s 25+ year career includes executive engineering and $750M M&A roles at Oxy, Aera Energy, and Engro.

]]> Zeb Mahmood https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/zeb-mahmood/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:21:09 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6137 Navigating the complex intersection of AI and enterprise architecture, Zeb Mahmood (Batch 6) is a product visionary with over two decades of experience. After a definitive nine-year tenure at Salesforce, he is now the Cofounder of DataIAm, where he’s revolutionizing data orchestration. By blending agentic AI with deep empathy for the end-user, Zeb transforms chaotic data pipelines into clean, actionable, and AI-ready assets for the world’s most demanding businesses.

]]> Hassan Iqbal khan https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/hassan-iqbal-khan/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:06:28 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6136 Steering into the future of autonomous mobility, Hassan Iqbal Khan (Batch 3) fuses decades of electrical engineering expertise with cutting-edge robotics. A GIKIan veteran, he has mastered the complexities of Self-Driving Car Engineering through Udacity, specializing in sensor fusion, deep learning, and path planning. From computer vision to system integration, he is architecting the intelligent algorithms that will define the next era of transportation.

]]> Syed Wajih Umar https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/syed-wajih-umar/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:56:59 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6083

Executive Profile

Dr. Syed Wajih Umar is an Algorithms Lead (Translational Medicine) with a diverse background in electrical engineering and multi-physics mathematical modeling. Dr. Umar specializes in applied algorithm development, bridging the gap between academic research and practical, product-grade systems. His professional experience spans high-tech sectors including physiological signal processing, computer vision, and MEMS device design.

Key Impact Indicators

  • Developed specialized modeling and designs for MEMS devices, including space-grade gyroscopes and energy harvesters
  • Successfully translated complex research into deployable, translational medicine algorithms.

Strategic Expertise

  • Multi-physics Mathematical Modeling & Algorithm Development
  • MEMS Device Design (Energy Harvesters & Space-grade Gyroscopes)
  • Physiological Signal Processing & Computer Vision
  • Systems Engineering for Translational Medicine
  • Governance & Leadership Contributions
  • Algorithms Lead for Translational Medicine initiatives
  • Contributed to academic curriculum development and accreditation-related processes
  • Leadership in the translation of research into industrial-grade products.
]]> Sohaib Khan https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/sohaib-khan/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:55:02 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6081

Executive Profile

Dr. Sohaib Khan is the CEO and co-founder of Hazen.ai, a pioneering company in video analytics for traffic safety. Dr. Khan is an expert in computer vision and deep learning, with a career spanning leadership roles in both academia and technology innovation. His work focuses on the intersection of technology and societal impact, specifically leveraging AI to reduce road fatalities and improve urban management.

Key Impact Indicators

  • Co-founded Hazen.ai, an award-winning startup recognized for transforming global traffic management through real-time monitoring
  • Played a pivotal role in founding the LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship and the Technology for People Initiative (TPI).
  • Former Chair of the Computer Science Department at LUMS, Lahore
  • Former Research Director at the GIS Technology Innovation Center, Umm Al-Qura University.
  • Founder and leader of interdisciplinary centers focused on entrepreneurship and governance-related technology.

Strategic Expertise

  • Computer Vision & Deep Learning
  • Video Analytics for Traffic Safety & Management
  • Technology for Public Policy & Socio-Economic Challenges
  • GIS Technology & Innovation
  • Governance & Leadership Contributions
]]> Majid Khan https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/majid-khan/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:53:17 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=6069

Executive Profile

Dr. Majid Ali Khan is an Associate Professor in the College of Computer Engineering and Sciences at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU), KSA. He holds a PhD in Computer System Engineering from the University of Central Florida, USA. Dr. Khan possesses extensive industrial experience in software design and development at prestigious companies, including Hewlett-Packard (USA) and NetSol Technologies Inc.

Key Impact Indicators

  • Author of more than 25 peer-reviewed publications with a strong focus on machine learning applications
  • Served as a main contributor to several start-up companies.

Strategic Expertise

  • Machine Learning and AI-related Applications
  • Software Design and Development
  • Computer System Engineering
  • Governance & Leadership Contributions
  • Chair of Computer Science and Software Engineering programs at PMU
  • Lead contributor in the design and implementation of the ABET accreditation process for the Computer Science and Computer Engineering departments at PMU.
]]> Sahibzada M. Tariq Khan https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/sahibzada-m-tariq-khan/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:54:28 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=5967

For Sahibzada M. Tariq Khan, that knowledge became the cornerstone of a distinguished career in mining and mineral resources. Since 2012, he has been operating high-grade chromite and copper mines in KPK and Balochistan, bridging local extraction with international markets. As the Founder & CEO of TM RESOURCES and Piranha Company, Tariq combines technical expertise with deep local knowledge to drive modern exploration and sustainable production. His journey is a testament to the GIKIan spirit: applying advanced engineering to unlock natural potential

]]> Adil Yousuf Butt https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/adil-yousuf-butt/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:59:10 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=5965 Yasser Suhail https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/yasser-suhail/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:41:14 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=5949 For Yasser Suhail, the GIKI experience was a transformative journey that blended technical curiosity with entrepreneurial spirit. From the scenic hills of Topi to mastering the complexities of enterprise solutions, he has built a career centered on digital excellence. Today, as a Practice Area Lead at Amkloud, he leverages his deep expertise in HR technology and web strategy to empower global organizations.

]]> Yasir Liaqatullah https://gikialumni.org/giki-alumni/yasir-liaqatullah/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:33:08 +0000 https://gikialumni.org/?post_type=giki-alumni&p=5946 For Yasir Liaqatullah, GIKI’s rigorous engineering training was the catalyst for a stellar career in Silicon Valley. With over 20 years in network security, he has held key roles at Brocade and Force10. Today, as VP at A10 Networks, he drives global technology strategy for 5G and enterprise security.

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