Born on 14 August 1985 in Bara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Javaid Afridi (also known as Javed Afridi) has emerged as one of the most influential industrial leaders bridging the Middle East and South Asia.
Armed with an MA in International Business from Regent's University London (2008), Javaid returned with a singular vision: to transform traditional business models into engines of sustainable growth. As CEO of JW Corporation & JW-SEZ Group and Director of JW Global, he has orchestrated some of the most significant industrial partnerships in the region.
His entrepreneurial journey has been marked by bold decisions and visionary partnerships. Javaid was instrumental in introducing international brands like Haier, MG Motors, and Foton to new markets, establishing extensive distribution networks that now span over 400 dealerships.
Beyond business, Javaid serves as Chairman of Peshawar Zalmi (PSL) and the Zalmi Foundation, demonstrating his commitment to sports development and community empowerment. His contributions to economic development have been recognized with Pakistan's prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz Presidential Award.
