
Shafenaz Farouk
Chief People Officer, PayNet
Shafenaz is the Chief People Officer. She plays a pivotal role in driving organisational excellence and fostering a culture of high-performance, innovation and inclusivity. Her leadership ensures the alignment of people strategies with the PayNet’s vision and goals. She has over 22 years of experience in leading organisational change, transformation, and performance improvement. In the past, she has held leadership positions in consulting, the government sector, non-profit organisations, and multinational corporations, where she combined her skills in HR, organisational strategy, and culture development to enable sustainable growth. Shafenaz graduated from Indiana University, Bloomington, and continues to be a lifelong student in the fields of HR, coaching, and leadership.