Zeeshan and Karina Hayat are Award-Winning Entrepreneurs & Philanthropists, speakers Authors & Mentors.
With over two decades of entrepreneurship, Zeeshan Hayat & Karina Hayat have founded and led five ventures across a spectrum of industries, spanning from ecommerce, developing lead generation funnels for the direct marketing industry, lead generation in healthcare, wellness app development to multifamily unit construction. As the CEO & Conscious Digital Transformation Leader of Kudos Technologies, both leads a team that champions transformation, change, and innovation, focusing on developing systems and processes that help SMEs navigate business complexities. Through customized software solutions, Zeeshan & Karina streamlines and automates sales, operations, and marketing activities in a conscious and holistic manner.
Zeeshan and Karina Hayat, a visionary couple with over two decades of experience, have carved an impressive path in business and social impact. They have co-founded and led successful ventures across diverse industries, including ecommerce, digital marketing, and lead generation for direct marketing campaigns. Their dedication to affordable housing has made significant contributions to the development of multifamily residential properties.
Throughout their careers, Zeeshan and Karina have earned numerous accolades for their work. Zeeshan has been recognized in the BIV BC CEO Awards, while Karina has been listed among WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women. Their influence in both business and social sectors is widely acknowledged.
As the founders of a leading digital marketing agency, Zeeshan and Karina specialize in delivering cutting-edge solutions to businesses across North America. By leveraging advanced AI and automation technologies, they help companies optimize their sales, operations, and marketing strategies. Their expertise in addressing the unique challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises enables sustainable growth and long-term success.
Their digital marketing company has repeatedly been recognized for its growth, earning spots on the Growth 500 list in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2019, as well as the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 in 2015 and Globe and Mail Canada’s Top Growing Companies in 2019. Their work has been featured in renowned outlets such as Global Citizen Forum, Yahoo! News, UNHCR, Global News, Press Reader, CBC, HuffPost, Lean In Canada, BC Tech Association, and the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub.
Zeeshan and Karina’s commitment to social impact is exemplified by their “100 Meals a Week” initiative, established in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside in 2007. This initiative has provided over 250,000 meals to those facing food insecurity. In response to the COVID-19 crisis, they launched The Muslim Care Centre (MCC), resulting in the distribution of more than 600,000 meals. Their efforts to reduce hunger and support vulnerable communities reflect their deep-rooted values of compassion and community service.
Their philanthropic efforts extend beyond meal programs. They actively mentor MBA candidates at SFU Beedie and support young entrepreneurs through Junior Achievement’s Be Entrepreneurial initiative, showcasing their commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders.
Zeeshan and Karina also prioritize a healthy lifestyle, with a strong focus on physical fitness, mental well-being, and family health. They encourage an active and healthy lifestyle for themselves and their children, sharing insights and experiences through their blog to inspire a broader community.
As they continue their journey, Zeeshan and Karina remain dedicated to innovation, leadership, and community service. Their shared values and commitment to creating a better future for their community, business partners, and future generations of entrepreneurs are at the core of their mission.