Shahzad Younas
About Shahzad Younas
Shahzad Younas is the founder and CEO of Muzz, a mobile app designed to help Muslims worldwide find marriage partners, which was the first Muslim-centric startup backed by Y Combinator.
Shahzad Younas - Founder and CEO
Shahzad Younas is the Founder and CEO of Muzz, a mobile app designed to help Muslims around the world find their perfect marriage partner. Shahzad transitioned from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, driven by his passion for addressing a significant need within the Muslim community.
Shahzad Younas - Experience at Morgan Stanley
Before founding Muzz, Shahzad Younas served as a Vice President in Equity Portfolio Trading at Morgan Stanley. He worked in this capacity for 9 years, acquiring essential skills and expertise in the financial sector. His work at Morgan Stanley laid a strong foundation for his entrepreneurial journey.
Muzz - Funding and Investment
Muzz, under the leadership of Shahzad Younas, successfully raised a total of $9 million in investment through Seed and Series A funding rounds. The mobile app has gained backing from a range of Silicon Valley and global investors, highlighting the confidence in Muzz's mission and potential.
Muzz - Pioneer in Y Combinator
Muzz made history by becoming the first Muslim-centric startup to be backed by Y Combinator, participating in the Summer 2017 batch. This accomplishment underlines the app's innovative approach and the significant impact it aims to make within the Muslim community.
Muzz - Media Features and Recognition
Muzz has been featured extensively in prominent media outlets such as BBC, The Times, The Evening Standard, The Financial Times, The New York Times, CNN, MensHealth, and TechCrunch. These features reflect the app's influence and success in addressing the needs of the global Muslim community.