With over 25 years of experience in global multi-stakeholder investments, ESG Policy and impact development, Faraz is the CEO and Partner of SpectrEco-A technology, data and advisory firm that simplifies and accelerates sustainability and ESG transitions.
He leads a team of European, British and US experts for the sustainable transition of Hospitality, Real Estate and Infrastructure sectors, leveraging innovative data and tech solutions and deep sectoral knowledge, across regulatory jurisdictions
Additionally, Faraz is the founder and Director of SEED Ventures, an investment and impact development organisation in emerging markets, Over the past decade, he has transformed the group from an idea to a sustainable organisation, achieving a turnover of $40 million for SEED & $250 million plus valuation for its portfolio companies. With a robust base in the UK, he has forged collaborations and partnerships at local and global levels across various sectors, including public, private, development, media, academia, and finance.
Faraz has utilised these partnerships to raise multi-million-dollar funds through innovative investment strategies, employing vehicles such as corporate impact venturing, blended finance, co-investments, and public-private partnerships.
He has also spearheaded impactful programmes and collaborations in areas like inclusive education, enterprise, social enterprise for youth, women, and Bottom of the Pyramid (BOP) segments, thereby impacting and engaging over 100,000 individuals. He has co-authored social enterprise legislation and actively collaborates with the several governments to develop policies and legislation, creating a conducive environment for social Impact and ESG transitions.
Faraz holds the position of Visiting Professor (Social Enterprise, Innovation & Policy) at St. Mary’s University, Twickenham, UK.
He is on the advisory board of Lincoln business school and ICCIA among many others.
In 2023, he was awarded and conferred an MBE by King Charles III and the Government of the United Kingdom, in recognition of his services to strengthen UK-Pakistan relationships in the fields of social impact, ESG, and climate advocacy.
He Regularly features on BBC & global media and is considered to be a thought leader on climate action, ESG Policy & investments.
