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Founder Stories
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Founder Stories
EZ Wage was founded to solve the problem of delayed access to earned income, which often leads to financial stress and reliance on high-interest loans. We provide earned wage access, payroll financing, and invoice factoring solutions that enable employees to access their earnings anytime, while helping businesses improve cash flow. Today, we serve companies across Pakistan, driving financial inclusion and workplace wellbeing.
How i2i Helped
"i2i played a pivotal role in helping EZ Wage grow by connecting us with the right mentors, partners, and investors at critical stages. Through their network and support, we refined our strategy, strengthened our pitch, and gained exposure to funding opportunities that accelerated our growth."
Fatima Batool
Founder - EZ Wage
Sehat Kahani is solving Pakistan’s healthcare gap by reconnecting out-of-work women doctors with patients through telemedicine. From digital clinics to mobile apps, we’ve enabled 4.3M+ consultations and empowered over 7,500 female doctors to rejoin the workforce, expanding across Pakistan and internationally.
How i2i Helped
"i2i was instrumental in shaping our early growth — helping us refine our business model, strengthen our impact narrative, and connect with mentors, investors, and peers. They gave us the confidence and clarity to scale our mission nationally and globally."
Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram
Founder - Sehat Kahani
Hakeem is Pakistan’s first Islamic digital nano-financing platform backed by real commodity trade, addressing the needs of millions underserved by conventional banks. Our Shariah-compliant financial solutions provide dignified, ethical, and tech-enabled access to credit, supported by seamless e-KYC and AI-driven credit scoring.
How i2i Helped:
"i2i played a pivotal role in preparing us for our fundraising journey through their Fundraise Track. They helped us refine our materials, sharpen our pitch, and connect with relevant investors. Their structured approach gave us clarity and direction, while their network continues to open doors for us."
Noshad Khalid Minhas
Founder - Hakeem by Walee Financial Services hakeem.tech