About
About Farooq Cheema
President, Multi-Business Operator, Software Engineer, Patent Holder, Harvard Guest Speaker and Advisor
Farooq Cheema is a results-driven entrepreneur who builds scalable businesses and breakthrough solutions. With 15+ years of acquisition, strategy, and operational expertise, he manages a diverse investment portfolio across freight, commercial cleaning, e-commerce, and tech. His leadership integrates entrepreneurial grit with a deep background in engineering, software innovation, and business development alongside hands-on experience in private equity growth, buy/sell-side transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and family business consulting.
Over $10M
In Revenue Driven Through Software Innovation
Multiple
USPTO Patents Issued Across Communications and Automation
15+
Years in Global Entrepreneurship and Multi-Sector Leadership
Scaling Diverse Businesses From Idea to Exit
Farooq Cheema has built and scaled businesses that span industries and continents. With a unique combination of strategy, software, and systems thinking, he turns complex ventures into scalable successes, including guiding companies through private equity partnerships, acquisitions, and successful exits.
Innovating with Patents and Process
With multiple issued patents and numerous software tools under his belt, Farooq’s approach to innovation is deeply rooted in problem-solving and automation. His work has streamlined operations and unlocked revenue across his companies.
Farooq Cheema’s Journey
Graduating from Purdue University in Electrical Engineering and holding an MBA in Entrepreneurship from the University of Maryland, Farooq’s journey blends academic excellence with street-smart business acumen. From launching startups to advising family businesses and private equity groups, to guest speaking at Harvard, his mission is to empower the next generation of leaders and creators.
Credentials and background
- Alumnus of Purdue University and the University of Maryland
- More than 15 years building and scaling businesses across industries
- Founder of businesses in e-commerce, freight brokerage, dental supply and commercial services
- Author of multiple patents and builder of software tools that generated over $10M in new revenue
- Lecturer on entrepreneurship and innovation at institutions like Harvard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Farooq Cheema have private equity experience?
Yes. Farooq Cheema has navigated mergers, acquisitions and private equity partnerships while founding and scaling businesses, and he advises clients on private equity transactions.
Which institutions has Farooq Cheema studied at?
Farooq Cheema is an alumnus of Purdue University and the University of Maryland.
What is Farooq Cheema known for?
Farooq Cheema is known for scaling diverse businesses from idea to investment, for authoring patents, and for advising founders, investors and family businesses on strategy, acquisitions and private equity transactions.
How much experience does Farooq Cheema have?
Farooq Cheema has more than 15 years of experience building and scaling businesses across multiple industries.
What does Farooq Cheema do today?
Farooq Cheema leads his own businesses, builds software tools, speaks on entrepreneurship and innovation, and serves as an advisor and board member to entrepreneurs, investors and family businesses.
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