In a landmark development for Pakistan’s education technology sector, Umar Farooq, CEO of Tech Valley Pakistan, has been appointed as a Member of the Google for Education Partner Advisory Board.
The appointment not only reflects his individual leadership but also underscores Pakistan’s growing role in shaping the future of learning at an international level.
Over the past several years, Umar Farooq has played a pivotal role in introducing global-standard digital learning initiatives in Pakistan. Under his leadership, Tech Valley has worked closely with international partners to build teacher capacity, digitize classrooms, and introduce tools that make learning more accessible, inclusive, and aligned with global best practices.
The Google for Education Partner Advisory Board comprises select global leaders entrusted with advising on product roadmaps, market insights, and strategies for education transformation. As part of this board, Umar Farooq will:
Provide regional perspectives to ensure that global learning solutions address local needs.
Collaborate with international EdTech leaders to drive innovation in classrooms worldwide.
Strengthen partnerships aimed at promoting inclusive and transformative education.
Speaking on the appointment, Umar Farooq said: “Being part of the Google for Education Partner Advisory Board is a proud milestone not just for Tech Valley but for Pakistan as a whole. I am committed to bringing forward our experiences, challenges, and successes so that the global EdTech ecosystem is better informed — and so that learners in Pakistan can benefit from solutions at par with international standards.”
This recognition highlights Umar Farooq’s continued contribution toward making Pakistan a progressive voice in the global education community. It also reinforces Tech Valley’s mission of driving innovation and building stronger bridges between global technology leaders and local education systems.