How to Transition from Engineering to Tech: Lessons from a Harvard Alum and Amazon PM
About the Event:
Saturday, November 1st
10:00 AM PST / 10:00 PM PKT
Live on Zoom (link will be shared after RSVP)
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The tech and energy industries are rapidly converging—creating global opportunities for professionals who can bridge technical expertise with business leadership. From engineering field operations to product management in Big Tech, multidisciplinary talent is driving the future of innovation and sustainability.
DreamBridge.ai presents “How to Transition from Engineering to Tech: Lessons from a Harvard Alum and Amazon PM” a session exploring how Pakistani engineers and professionals can navigate transitions across industries and geographies—leveraging technical experience to break into top global roles.
Meet the Guest:
Born in Karachi and raised in Houston, Shizrae is a proud University of Houston alum with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from Harvard. With a decade of experience bridging technical and strategic leadership, she has worked across Oil & Gas (Schlumberger, Occidental Petroleum) and now drives Customer Experience and International Expansions at Amazon Business.
She also serves as COO of Iqballaz Customs, Houston’s leading car customization brand, and is a digital storyteller inspiring audiences worldwide through content on lifestyle, travel, and career growth.
Who Should Attend:
Engineers and professionals in Oil & Gas, Energy, or Tech exploring career transitions
Students and early-career professionals aiming to combine technical expertise with business leadership
Anyone interested in pivoting to global careers through graduate education or cross-industry experience
About the Host:
Zainab Kamran is the Growth Lead at DreamBridge.ai and an incoming student at Georgetown University’s Master in Management program. She has interned in private equity and strategy across firms in the U.S. and Pakistan, and represents Pakistani women in both finance and tech.
About DreamBridge.ai:
DreamBridge.ai is an AI-powered platform supporting international students on their U.S. graduate school journey. From university matching and application prep to visa guidance and funding resources, DreamBridge.ai offers tools, mentorship, and a thriving community via its Skool network.
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