Fawad Ahmed

Overview

Fawad Ahmed is co-founder at Neural Surge AI, LLC[1], a position Ahmed has held since January 2026[3]. Ahmed brings over 17 years of experience in telecom field operations, during which Ahmed managed large-scale deployments emphasizing precision and reliability[2]. Ahmed's professional background includes roles as Assistant Manager of Field Operations at Telenor from September 2021 to December 2025[4], Performance Analyst at Nokia from July 2018 to August 2021[5], and Field Operations Specialist at Telenor from June 2012 to June 2018[6]. Earlier experience includes work as Senior Engineer O&M at Mobiserve Holding from June 2008 to May 2012[7]. Ahmed holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Bahauddin Zakariya University, completed in 2007[8]. At Neural Surge AI, Ahmed applies operational expertise alongside technical skills including Python, Power BI, and AI-driven automation to develop enterprise systems[2].

Career history

1. Co-FounderJan 2026 to presentNeural Surge AI, LLC
2. Assistant Manager Field OperationsSep 2021 to Dec 2025Telenor
3. Performance AnalystJul 2018 to Aug 2021Nokia
4. FIield Operations SpecialistJun 2012 to Jun 2018Telenor
5. MHSr. Engineer O&MJun 2008 to May 2012Mobiserve Holding

Education

1. BZBachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical Engineering2003 - 2007Bahauddin Zakariya University

Media & appearances

• The Cerebral CricketerApple Podcasts2026-08-02
  Ep 39 - From Hoppers Crossing to the Australian Team in 12 Months | How Fawad Ahmed Defied the OddsFawad Ahmed's journey is one of the most remarkable stories in Australian cricket. After arriving in Australia as an asylum seeker, Fawad went from playing local cricket at Hoppers Crossing to representing the Australian national team in less than 12 m
• Left On Read - Guided InsteadApple Podcasts2025-06-03
  Ep 8 - Left on Read - The AI Shift: Insights from Fawad Ahmed🎙️ Episode 8 – Left on Read – The AI Shift: Insights from Fawad Ahmed a community and tech leader. In this thought-provoking episode of Left on Read – Guided Instead, we sit down with Fawad Ahmed, tech leader and AI strategist, to explore t
• The Hat RackApple Podcasts2024-06-21
  Kickoff to CPD Horizons with Dean Dr. John Yoo and Dr. Fawad Ahmed: Unveiling the Summer Series and Windsor's Development PlanEpisode 01: CPD Horizons Summer Series In the first episode, Dr. John Yoo, the Dean of Medicine, delivers a greeting and discusses the significance of CPD, emphasizing its value and the efforts to enhance continuing education and professional...
• Vic State Cricket PodcastApple Podcasts2022-10-24
  Ep 6 - Fawad Ahmed with Jon HollandFawad Ahmed's amazing story after leaving Pakistan in 2010, from representing Victoria after a chance meeting at training to Ricky Ponting helping get Fawad gain Australian citizenship in 2013 enabling him to represent the national side. Fellow spinner Jon Holland joins Fawad for plenty of stories.
• PressepoddenApple Podcasts2022-02-24
  Ahmed Fawad Ashraf - Den dønn ærlige debattredaktørenProgramleder Kristine Sterud snakker med debattredaktør Ahmed Fawad Ashraf i Avisa Oslo om debattjournalistikk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• The Grade CricketerApple Podcasts2021-09-07
  168. India Do It Again, with Jonathan Liew and Fawad AhmedBumrah blows England away. What does this mean for New Zealand? James Faulkner goes on the Australian captain's radio show to discuss his BBL contract. Normal stuff. Dale Steyn hangs up the bowling boots. Jonathan Liew is on to talk about England and the English summer. Fawad Ahmed dials in from the Caribbean Premier League. #AskTGC discuss Uluru and disgraceful white person behaviour. Will Macpherson's 2016 interview with Fawad Ahmed for Cricket Monthly is a great read; you can get it here: https://www.thecricketmonthly.com/story/985501/fawad-ahmed-finds-a-home Check out our Patreon for exclusive content every single week at https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer This episode is brought to you by Budgy Smuggler. You can get free shipping on your order by using the code 'CHAMP' at https://www.budgysmuggler.com.au You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: The Grade Cricketer hosts are Ian Higgins and Sam Perry. You can follow them on Instagram and Twitter: Ian Higgins: Sam Perry: EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Caribbean Cricket PodcastApple Podcasts2020-08-11
  CPL 2020: Trinbago Knight Riders get the band back togetherThe 3rd episode in our CPL 2020 preview series. Our good friend Tasneem-Summer Khan (@summeryael) joins us to run the rule over the winningest franchise in CPL history, The Trinbago Knight Riders. DJ Bravo is back along with Fawad Ahmed. West Indies ...
• Sheikhys Sports Journey's PodcastApple Podcasts2020-06-20
  Episode 13 - Fawad AhmedAnd the big names just keep rollin in. For the final episode this season watch and listen how Fawad Ahmed manages to turn up for a coaching course and land a position for the Victoria Cricket Team then end up playing for the mighty Cricket Australia. #m
• The Howie GamesApple Podcasts2020-01-08
  81: Fawad Ahmed (Pt B)#TheHowieGames | Fawad Ahmed is a wonderful man with a remarkable story. Born in Pakistan, he always dreamed of playing cricket for his country of birth. That story was never to be, with Fawad leaving his homeland fearing for his life. Arriving in Australia Fawad had his cricket dream… but precious little else. Seeking asylum, Fawad went through all manner of highs and lows, including a 10 month period where he went from playing cricket for Hoppers Crossing, a suburban team in Melbourne’s west, to playing for Australia! This is a story that defies belief. ------ Follow The Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow The Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames Find Howie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkHoward03/ Follow Howie on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/markhoward03/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• The Howie GamesApple Podcasts2020-01-08
  81: Fawad Ahmed (Pt A)#TheHowieGames | Fawad Ahmed is a wonderful man with a remarkable story. Born in Pakistan, he always dreamed of playing cricket for his country of birth. That story was never to be, with Fawad leaving his homeland fearing for his life. Arriving in Australia Fawad had his cricket dream… but precious little else. Seeking asylum, Fawad went through all manner of highs and lows, including a 10 month period where he went from playing cricket for Hoppers Crossing, a suburban team in Melbourne’s west, to playing for Australia! This is a story that defies belief. ------ Follow The Howie Games on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehowiegamespod/ Follow The Howie Games on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehowiegames Find Howie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkHoward03/ Follow Howie on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/markhoward03/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Cricket UnfilteredApple Podcasts2019-01-09
  "Everything Is Up For Review" w/ Ben Horne & Fawad AhmedNewscorp's chief cricket writer Ben Horne joins Menners to discuss all the shocks from the test team announced to play Sri Lanka. Then...
• World Cricket ShowApple Podcasts2013-07-04
  Episode 189 - Ashes Preview: AustraliaAw look, it's the World Cricket Show. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony provide a comprehensive rundown of Australia's Ashes chances. Among the questions they get their award-winning teeth into - is Darren Lehmann the silver bullet the Aussies needed
• YouTube
  FAWAD PODCAST - YouTubeWelcome to Fawad Podcast! I'm Fawad Ahmed Abbasi, and my mission is to break down complex issues into simple, understandable concepts. On this channel, you'll find engaging podcasts and videos covering Politics, Religion, Science, Philosophy, and History. Learning, awareness, and education are at the core of what we do. Inspired by Dhruv Rathee, I specialize in providing simplified and objective explainers on important topics that impact your life. Educate yourself on the issues that matter and learn how you can make the world a better place for everyone. Be the change you want to see. Join the conversation by clicking the Subscribe button and stay informed with Fawad Podcast.
• podscan.fm
  Ep 8 - Left on Read - The AI Shift: Insights from Fawad AhmedListen to Ep 8 - Left on Read - The AI Shift: Insights from Fawad Ahmed from Left On Read - Guided Instead (42 min) • Published Jun 3, 2025
• The Unplayable PodcastApple Podcasts2023-02-03
  BBL|12 Final! Cult hero Peter Hatzoglou previews the decider
• Can't Bowl Can't Throw Cricket Show Season 1Apple Podcasts2017-03-14
  Fawad Ahmed Doesn't Need A Bat