Zeeshan and Salma Karina Hayat are visionary entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and digital transformation leaders who have dedicated their careers to innovation and social impact. With over two decades of experience, they have successfully built businesses in e-commerce, digital marketing, healthcare technology, and real estate development. As the co-founders of Kudos Technologies, they help SMEs embrace conscious digital transformation by providing tailored software solutions that enhance efficiency through automation.
Beyond their entrepreneurial success, Zeeshan and Karina are deeply committed to philanthropy. In 2007, they founded the 100 Meals a Week initiative in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, which has since provided over 250,000 meals to those in need. Their commitment grew even stronger during the COVID-19 pandemic when they launched The Muslim Care Centre (MCC), which has served over 600,000 meals, offering critical support to vulnerable populations.
Recognizing the importance of mentorship, they actively guide the next generation of entrepreneurs. Through the Junior Achievement Be Entrepreneurial program, they inspire young minds, while also mentoring MBA students at Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business. Their contributions to business and social impact have earned them numerous accolades, including recognition on Canada’s Growth 500 list, Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500, and the Globe and Mail’s Top Growing Companies. Zeeshan has been honored with the BIV BC CEO Award, while Karina is celebrated as one of WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women.
Their impact has been recognized by organizations like the Global Citizen Forum, UNHCR, CBC, and HuffPost. Passionate about health, fitness, and family, they share their wellness journey through a blog, inspiring others to live with purpose and balance. Their mission is clear: to create businesses that drive innovation while making a meaningful difference in communities worldwide.