Two young Pakistani professionals have earned a prestigious spot on the Forbes ‘30 Under 30 United States 2026’ list, shining a spotlight on their impactful work in entrepreneurship and investment. Salman Habib and Hassan Chaudhry have been recognized for their remarkable contributions in the Transportation & Aerospace and Venture Capital categories, respectively.
Their inclusion not only marks a personal milestone but also reflects Pakistan’s growing influence in global innovation and business leadership.
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Salman Habib – Revolutionizing Delivery Logistics
Salman Habib, recognized in the Transportation & Aerospace category, is the co-founder and CEO of Burq, a platform that enables businesses to offer seamless delivery services without building their own logistics infrastructure.
Founded in 2021 by Salman and his brother Shaban, Burq has integrated over 500 delivery providers, including giants like Uber and DoorDash, serving more than 4,000 U.S. cities. The company simplifies last-mile delivery for businesses of all sizes, helping them scale operations efficiently.
Hassan Chaudhry – Leading High-Stakes Investments
Hassan Chaudhry has been honored under the Venture Capital category for his role as Vice President at BlackRock Private Equity Partners. Leading growth-equity investments from Series C to pre-IPO stages, he has deployed over $800 million in just two years.
Forbes highlighted his strategic investments in high-potential companies such as Groq and Applied Intuition, along with multiple successful exits—solidifying his reputation as one of America’s top young investors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who are the Pakistanis on the Forbes ‘30 Under 30 United States 2026’ list?
Salman Habib and Hassan Chaudhry have been named in the Forbes list for their contributions in Transportation & Aerospace and Venture Capital, respectively.
2. What is Salman Habib known for?
He is the co-founder and CEO of Burq, a platform that helps businesses integrate delivery services from multiple providers without building their own logistics network.
3. What is Hassan Chaudhry’s role and achievement?
Hassan serves as Vice President at BlackRock Private Equity Partners, where he has led investments of over $800 million in growth-stage companies and recorded several successful exits.
4. Why is this recognition significant for Pakistan?
It highlights the potential and capability of young Pakistani professionals on a global stage, inspiring future entrepreneurs and investors from the country.
5. Where are these professionals based?
Both are currently based in the United States, where they are leading significant ventures and investments in their respective fields.
