Zeeshan and Karina Hayat are accomplished entrepreneurs and philanthropists with over two decades of experience in ecommerce, digital marketing, and lead generation. They co-founded a leading digital marketing firm that integrates AI and automation to optimize business functions and drive sales, supporting sustained growth for North American businesses. Their entrepreneurial achievements have earned them recognition, including Zeeshan’s BIV BC CEO Award and Karina’s inclusion as one of WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women. Their firm has been consistently listed in the Growth 500 (2014-2019), Deloitte Technology Fast 500 (2015), and Globe and Mail Canada’s Top Growing Companies (2019).
The Hayats are also passionate about giving back, founding the “100 Meals a Week” initiative in Vancouver, which has delivered over 250,000 meals to those in need since 2007. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, they launched The Muslim Care Centre (MCC), providing over 600,000 meals to disadvantaged communities. Their commitment to social causes extends to mentoring MBA students at SFU Beedie and supporting young entrepreneurs through Junior Achievement’s Be Entrepreneurial program.
With a focus on health and well-being, Zeeshan and Karina actively promote a balanced lifestyle for their family, encouraging physical and mental health. They share their wellness journey through their blog, aiming to inspire others to embrace healthier habits.
Their contributions have been recognized globally, with features in platforms like Global Citizen Forum, Yahoo! News, UNHCR, Global News, CBC, HuffPost, and others. As they continue to innovate and grow, Zeeshan and Karina remain dedicated to driving purpose-driven change and giving back to their community.