Zara Laeeque
About Zara Laeeque
Zara Laeeque is the Regional Manager Operations & Client Relationship at FranklinCovey in North Region Pakistan and also serves as the Lead Trainer for Meta's Community Boost Program in Pakistan.
Current Role at FranklinCovey
Zara Laeeque serves as the Regional Manager Operations & Client Relationship at FranklinCovey. She has been holding this position in the North Region of Pakistan since 2023. Her role involves managing operations, fostering client relationships, and contributing to the company's strategic growth in the region. FranklinCovey is known for its expertise in leadership development and effectiveness training, and Zara's position places her at a crucial intersection of operations and client engagement.
Experience at Meta Community Boost Program
Zara Laeeque is currently working as the Lead Trainer for the Meta Community Boost Program in Pakistan. She has been with the program since 2020. In this role, she leads training initiatives designed to empower local communities through digital skills and business development techniques. Meta's Community Boost Program aims to provide entrepreneurs and small business owners the skills needed to grow and thrive in the digital economy, and Zara's contribution as lead trainer is pivotal in achieving these educational goals.
Previous Role at daftarkhwan
From 2020 to 2023, Zara Laeeque worked as a Community Executive at daftarkhwan in Islamabad, Pakistan. During her tenure, she played a key role in community management and engagement, fostering a collaborative and productive environment for members. Daftarkhwan is renowned for providing coworking spaces that inspire creativity and innovation, and Zara’s contributions significantly enhanced the community dynamic.
Educational Background
Zara Laeeque holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, which she attained between 2012 and 2016. Additionally, she completed a Training | Counselling course at the School of Leadership, earning the Train the Young Trainer certification in 2018. Her educational background in engineering and leadership training has equipped her with a robust blend of technical and soft skills essential for her diverse professional roles.
Experience at Nestlé
Zara Laeeque has substantial experience with Nestlé, where she worked from 2016 to 2019. Initially, she served as a Sales Control Associate for 5 months before becoming a Sales Operations Executive for 2 years. In these roles, she was responsible for various aspects of sales operations and control, contributing to the company's market performance in Pakistan. Her tenure at Nestlé provided her with critical insights into the FMCG sector and honed her skills in sales and operations management.
Early Career and Internships
Zara Laeeque began her professional journey with internships at Schlumberger Oil and Gas Company and the Government of Pakistan in Islamabad in 2015. These roles lasted for a month each and provided her with early insights into the industry dynamics and public sector operations. She also held significant positions during her academic years, such as General Secretary of the Women in Engineering Student Chapter at ASME from 2014 to 2016 and Event Coordinator roles at UET Taxila in 2013 and 2014.