
About the program
Future Shapers is an annual program organized by PASHA Hub, which aims at spotting and nurturing top tech and digital talents among university students and fresh graduates. Designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry expectations, the program provides participants with valuable insights, hands-on experiences, and direct access to leading professionals.
The program follows a multi-stage process: after an initial screening, selected applicants are invited to the kickoff event, where they participate in speaker sessions and gain industry insights. Following the kickoff, participants take an online ability test, and top scorers earn a spot in the business simulation, where they tackle real-world challenges in a dynamic environment.
Now in its fourth edition, Future Shapers continues to be a transformative platform, equipping aspiring talents with critical skills, professional exposure, and opportunities to engage with top industry experts, preparing them for future career success.
Application Criteria

Students in Azerbaijan

Final-year
Bachelor's students & Master's students
and fresh graduates

High GPA

Tech background (education, courses, internships)

Good English level

Related work experience is preferable
Timeline

Application period
1 - 15 April

Kick-off
26 April

Ability Test
28 - 30 April

Business Simulation
10 - 11 May
What to Expect
01
Company Insights & Opportunities
At the opening ceremony, PASHA Group leaders will talk about the organization’s values, strategic direction and career opportunities. This will provide you with a deeper understanding of company’s organizational culture, key business streams, and how you can grow and thrive within PASHA Group.
02
Industry Expert Sessions
Following the kick-off, we will host three expert-led sessions featuring top industry professionals from across the PASHA Group. These sessions will dive into the most relevant and trending topics, offering valuable insights and knowledge:
- Data & Analytics
- Software Development & IT Infrastructure
- Product Management & Innovation
This is your chance to engage directly with experts, learn from their experiences, and gain a competitive edge in these high-demand fields.
03
Ability Test
Participants invited to the kick-off will be further requested to undergo an online ability test designed to evaluate their proficiency in Communication, Digital Agility, Design Thinking, IT Business Analysis and Mechanical Reasoning. This assessment, conducted in English through a proctored tool, will span a duration of 50 minutes and provide a comprehensive evaluation of candidates’ competencies.
As a result of the ability test, 100 top scorers will be invited to business simulation where they will try themselves in different roles, work in teams and get acquainted with the business ecosystem model.
04
Business Simulation
Invited participants will be randomly divided into teams and assigned a company. Throughout the simulation, teams will make strategic decisions, tackle real-world business challenges, and leverage their innovative skills to succeed. Ultimately, one team will be crowned the winner, showcasing the best overall performance in this dynamic and immersive business environment.
Keynote Speakers

Jalal Gasimov

Farid Mammadov

Ad Boon
Who are you going to meet

Aygun Hasanova
Kapital Bank
Talent Management Department Director

Elnur Amikishiyev
PASHA Management Company
Ventures CEO

Farid Islamov
Kapital Bank
Bir Ecosystem Chief Loyalty Officer

Aydin Suleymanov
PASHA Bank
Managing Director

Sona Talibova
PASHA Holding
Information Security Manager

Samir Asgarov
PashaPay
Senior Data Engineer

Jamal Ismayilov
PASHA Holding & PASHA Management Company
Head of Group HR Tech and Data Analytics CoE Head

Jamshid Nakhchivanski
PASHA Insurance
Head of Information Technology and Innovation Department

Gumral Asgarzade
PASHA Bank
Customer Experience Team Lead

Pedro Tolipan
PASHA Innovation
Chief Design Officer

Aleksandr Stryzhkov
Kapital Bank
Bir Ecosystem Loyalty Tribe Lead

Nijat Aghammadov
PASHA Holding
Head of Data Governance

Gulaya Gurbanli
PASHA Insurance
Agile Delivery Manager

Jafar Aghabalayev
PASHA Technology
Head of Cloud Operations Unit

Shahriyar Mammadli
PASHA Holding
Ecosystem Analytics Department Director

Gunash Kamzaevi
Kapital Bank
UX Research Chapter Lead

Orkhan Maharramli
Competo
Tech Lead

Buğra Şen
Kapital Bank
Head of AI & Data Science CoE

Toghrul Abili
PASHA Bank
Model Validation Team Leader

Aytan Jafarova
PASHA Life Insurance
Agile Coach

Ragib Iskandarli
PASHA Holding
IT/IS Risk Specialist