Shiza Shahid

Shiza Shahid, co-founder of Our Place and Malala Fund, shares her journey from activism to entrepreneurship. She discusses product design, patents in business strategies, and meaningful work decisions. Shiza also talks about working with a spouse as co-CEOs in a business venture.

Shiza Shahid, co-founder of the Malala Fund and Our Place, shares her transformative journey from corporate life to activism after the shooting of Malala Yousafzai. She discusses how her childhood experiences in Pakistan shaped her advocacy for girls’ education, the challenges of launching a nonprofit, and her successful shift to a for-profit model with Our Place. The conversation highlights the crucial role of community in empowerment, the innovative spirit behind her kitchen brand, and the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship.

Shiza Shahid, co-founder of the Malala Fund and Our Place, recounts her transformative journey from corporate life to activism after the tragic shooting of Malala Yousafzai. Shiza shares how her childhood experiences fueled her passion for girls' education and shaped her entrepreneurial spirit. She discusses the challenges of launching a cookware company that merges cultural heritage with social impact, highlighting the significance of cooking as an expression of identity. Her story illustrates the powerful intersection of nonprofit advocacy and for-profit innovation.