This document discusses the entrepreneur Syed Babar Ali. It outlines that he was born in 1927 in Pakistan and is a businessman, philanthropist, and former finance minister. He established many successful businesses and institutions, including the Lahore University of Management Sciences and Ali Institute of Education. Throughout his career, Babar Ali has promoted environmental causes and believes in the joint venture business model. The document also provides details of some of his major business ventures and accomplishments, and shares his message to today's youth about the importance of hard work for success.