Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh’s “Commercialization Strategies & University-Industry Models & Legal Business Setup in Pakistan” introduced the concept of commercialization, its importance for business growth, and university-led entrepreneurship initiatives such as IP offices and incubators. The session included case studies of Gatorade, Oxford Nanopore, and edX to illustrate successful commercialization models. Also provided participants with step-by-step guidance on selecting an appropriate business structure, registering a company with the SECP, obtaining NTN, opening a business bank account, ensuring tax compliance, and exploring government incentives for startups
