Shameem Ahsan

Shameem Ahsan is a distinguished VC & PE Investor known for his expertise in fostering social impact through the convergence of business, technology, and innovation. With a decade of experience, he has been instrumental in driving significant policy changes in the ICT sector. As the founder of eGeneration, an IPO-listed software technology company, Shameem has a proven track record in the tech industry. Currently serving as a General Partner at Pegasus Tech Ventures, a renowned US$ 1.6 billion fund based in Silicon Valley, he leads investments in startups worldwide, focusing on IT, Health IT, AI, IoT, Robotics, Big Data, and more. Pegasus's portfolio includes notable companies like SpaceX, Airbnb, and DoorDash. Beyond investing, Shameem holds key leadership roles as the Chairman of World Social Innovation Forum (WSIF) and the Venture Capital & Private Equity Association of Bangladesh (VCPEAB). He is also actively involved in the startup ecosystem as the founder and President of TiE Dhaka. Besides his professional achievements, Shameem has garnered recognition for his contributions to the ICT industry, receiving awards such as the 'Best Young Entrepreneur' from the Prime Minister of Bangladesh and the 'Top Outstanding Young Person in Bangladesh' by JCI. With a Harvard Business School Executive Education background and a BBA in Management Information Systems from the University of Central Oklahoma, Shameem combines academic prowess with hands-on industry experience.