Bridging Academia & Industry: K-BIC at the SME Cluster Expo 2026 ??

On January 25th & 26th, 2026: Khadija-tul-Kubra Business Incubation Center (K-BIC LCWU) participated in the SMEDA SME Cluster Expo at the Lahore Expo Centre. The visit served as a strategic platform to explore industrial clusters and connect our future founders with real-world market dynamics.

Key Highlights:

Panel Participation: K-BIC LCWU Director, Dr. Faiza Iftikhar, joined as a distinguished panelist to discuss the role of incubation centers in fostering SME growth and supporting women-led micro-enterprises.

Research Mission: Led by Ms. Nadia Tahir, a delegation of our Entrepreneurial Club members and incubatees conducted a structured "SME Case Study" task. By engaging directly with CEOs in sectors like Agro-Food, Handicrafts, and Organic Tech, students gained practical insights into branding, scaling challenges, and the entrepreneurial lifecycle.

At K-BIC, we are committed to nurturing job creators who are well-versed in the industrial and economic realities of Pakistan. Thank you to SMEDA and the Ministry of Industries & Production for this valuable learning opportunity!