Aamir Saad is a renowned professional with over 26 years in business banking, consultancy, and project management, specializing in change management for SMEs and Corporates. His comprehensive career includes significant roles in business banking and consultancy at a global bank, and project management and consultancy at a top global firm. As a non-execuGve director and entrepreneur, Aamir has been instrumental in aligning client goals with strategic business soluGons, adeptly addressing the diverse challenges in the business world.
Rahima is a trustee at the Aziz Foundation, a charitable family foundation that supports British Muslims, especially through Masters scholarships. Rahima is currently studying her Masters in Developmental Psychology at University College London, and aspires to work as a Clinical Psychologist in the future.
Sagheer is a Partner and Chief Commercial Officer at OFFA, which is UK’s first bridge finance provider operating an ethical finance model designed in accordance with Islamic finance principles.. During his 18-plus years of experience in Islamic banking, Sagheer has developed and managed a multi-channel distribution of Sharia-compliant products worldwide, generating more than £1 billion from property finance. Sagheer combines his experience in analysis and risk mitigation with a proven ability to create and implement strategies for growth across products, systems, policies and people, He built an impressive reputation whilst Head of Premier and Retail Assets at Al Rayan Bank, where he not only operated in retail banking, but also specialised in asset products such as the Home Purchase Plan (HPP), Buy to Let and other types of property finance.
Kafeel Khan is a self-made businessman, specialising in the food & beverage industry, franchising various global brands including Costa Coffee, Chaiiwala and Cupp bubble tea.
Since the first store opening of Costa Coffee in 2005, Goldex went on to rapidly grow over the years. Along the way, Kafeel Khan was able to diversify and establish a property portfolio that continues to grow year on year.
Along with this growth in business, Kafeel holds charity and community outreach very close to his heart, recently becoming a Trustee of the Shahid Afridi Foundation. Kafeel ensures that his company also follows his ethos of giving back to the community, his company works closely with both international and local charities such as Haven House Childrens Hospice.
Sam Elia, the co-founder of Europe’s largest Asian inspired quick serve restaurant group; Chopstix, has been a stalwart of the UK’s leisure sector for the last 30 years. After creating the noodle bar concept back in 2002 he has been instrumental in the brands direction and growth over the last two decades. His dedication and integrity have allowed the brand to grow to more than 100 locations, partnering with the likes of Welcome Break, Applegreen and Bourne leisure along the way. Now his dream of making the Chopstix ‘X’ as recognisable as the famous golden arches is well on the way to becoming a reality, as the brand continues to become a mainstay of the UK’s fast-food offer and pushes forward into Europe and beyond with its franchise model. Sam is a true visionary in every sense of the word but remains an operator at heart, committed to the diversity of offer that the UK consumer is demanding.
Rohema Miah is a Political Advisor and has worked in the parliamentary sphere for over 20 years. Her experience spans working for MPs, Ministers and Members of the House of Lords. An International Speaker and a consultant to local, national and international organisations and departments. Rohema is Director of International Trade Affairs for the UKBCCI .
Former Director for the Commission on British Muslims and Islamophobia and the Policy and Development Officer for the Centre of Muslim Affairs. Rohema has set up and coordinated interfaith projects
Rohema is an Ambassador for Peace and holds a number of positions in the charity and voluntary sector.
As the Chairman of MUSIAD UK, Murat Bingol is proud to lead an organisation that is a significant force in the international business community. MUSIAD UK presence extends across over 71 countries, with a particularly strong impact in Turkey, where it contributes to over 20% of the nation’s GDP, reflecting a vital role in shaping global economic trends and practices. In addition to responsibilities at MUSIAD, Murat’s business ventures span across various sectors. He is deeply involved in the clothing manufacturing industry, the international real estate market, and, significantly, the construction sector in Turkey through his association with Dap Yapi. Dap Yapi is a key player in Turkish construction, known for its innovative projects and contributions to the country’s infrastructure development.
Sultan has spent over a quarter of a century in financial services, his career taking him to Deloitte, Charles Schwab, Barclays, Al Rayan Bank and most recently Offa. Starting life as a chartered accountant, Sultan is one of the leading names in UK Islamic finance. He played an instrumental role as part of the founding management team that obtained Western Europe’s first Islamic banking licence for Al Rayan Bank, where he served as CEO for 8 years. During this time, he turned the loss-making business into a profitable one with exponential growth through a real estate financing strategy, building the balance sheet to £2bn. Sultan is a Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. He also sits on the Islamic Finance Council UK Advisory Board.
Haroon Kalla is a prominent South African businessman and director of AMKA Products, one of the largest privately owned cosmetic and toiletry companies in South Africa. He is also a renowned pharmacist and the creator of Bactroban, a leading antibiotic cream.
With a wide network and extensive business expertise, Haroon has played a vital role in the growth and development of Post-Apartheid South Africa. He has utilized his knowledge and connections within the Muslim community to support various philanthropic initiatives and advocate for the oppressed.
During his time in the UK, Haroon served as the vice chairman of the Halal Food Authority. He also chaired AWQAF South Africa for 11 years, during which the organization was honoured with the prestigious Islamic Economy award in 2015.
Aamir Saad is a renowned professional with over 26 years in business banking, consultancy, and project management, specializing in change management for SMEs and Corporates. His comprehensive career includes significant roles in business banking and consultancy at a global bank, and project management and consultancy at a top global firm. As a non-execuGve director and entrepreneur, Aamir has been instrumental in aligning client goals with strategic business soluGons, adeptly addressing the diverse challenges in the business world.
Rahima is a trustee at the Aziz Foundation, a charitable family foundation that supports British Muslims, especially through Masters scholarships. Rahima is currently studying her Masters in Developmental Psychology at University College London, and aspires to work as a Clinical Psychologist in the future.
Sagheer is a Partner and Chief Commercial Officer at OFFA, which is UK’s first bridge finance provider operating an ethical finance model designed in accordance with Islamic finance principles.. During his 18-plus years of experience in Islamic banking, Sagheer has developed and managed a multi-channel distribution of Sharia-compliant products worldwide, generating more than £1 billion from property finance. Sagheer combines his experience in analysis and risk mitigation with a proven ability to create and implement strategies for growth across products, systems, policies and people, He built an impressive reputation whilst Head of Premier and Retail Assets at Al Rayan Bank, where he not only operated in retail banking, but also specialised in asset products such as the Home Purchase Plan (HPP), Buy to Let and other types of property finance.
Kafeel Khan is a self-made businessman, specialising in the food & beverage industry, franchising various global brands including Costa Coffee, Chaiiwala and Cupp bubble tea.
Since the first store opening of Costa Coffee in 2005, Goldex went on to rapidly grow over the years. Along the way, Kafeel Khan was able to diversify and establish a property portfolio that continues to grow year on year.
Along with this growth in business, Kafeel holds charity and community outreach very close to his heart, recently becoming a Trustee of the Shahid Afridi Foundation. Kafeel ensures that his company also follows his ethos of giving back to the community, his company works closely with both international and local charities such as Haven House Childrens Hospice.
Sam Elia, the co-founder of Europe’s largest Asian inspired quick serve restaurant group; Chopstix, has been a stalwart of the UK’s leisure sector for the last 30 years. After creating the noodle bar concept back in 2002 he has been instrumental in the brands direction and growth over the last two decades. His dedication and integrity have allowed the brand to grow to more than 100 locations, partnering with the likes of Welcome Break, Applegreen and Bourne leisure along the way. Now his dream of making the Chopstix ‘X’ as recognisable as the famous golden arches is well on the way to becoming a reality, as the brand continues to become a mainstay of the UK’s fast-food offer and pushes forward into Europe and beyond with its franchise model. Sam is a true visionary in every sense of the word but remains an operator at heart, committed to the diversity of offer that the UK consumer is demanding.
Rohema Miah is a Political Advisor and has worked in the parliamentary sphere for over 20 years. Her experience spans working for MPs, Ministers and Members of the House of Lords. An International Speaker and a consultant to local, national and international organisations and departments. Rohema is Director of International Trade Affairs for the UKBCCI .
Former Director for the Commission on British Muslims and Islamophobia and the Policy and Development Officer for the Centre of Muslim Affairs. Rohema has set up and coordinated interfaith projects
Rohema is an Ambassador for Peace and holds a number of positions in the charity and voluntary sector.
As the Chairman of MUSIAD UK, Murat Bingol is proud to lead an organisation that is a significant force in the international business community. MUSIAD UK presence extends across over 71 countries, with a particularly strong impact in Turkey, where it contributes to over 20% of the nation’s GDP, reflecting a vital role in shaping global economic trends and practices. In addition to responsibilities at MUSIAD, Murat’s business ventures span across various sectors. He is deeply involved in the clothing manufacturing industry, the international real estate market, and, significantly, the construction sector in Turkey through his association with Dap Yapi. Dap Yapi is a key player in Turkish construction, known for its innovative projects and contributions to the country’s infrastructure development.
Sultan has spent over a quarter of a century in financial services, his career taking him to Deloitte, Charles Schwab, Barclays, Al Rayan Bank and most recently Offa. Starting life as a chartered accountant, Sultan is one of the leading names in UK Islamic finance. He played an instrumental role as part of the founding management team that obtained Western Europe’s first Islamic banking licence for Al Rayan Bank, where he served as CEO for 8 years. During this time, he turned the loss-making business into a profitable one with exponential growth through a real estate financing strategy, building the balance sheet to £2bn. Sultan is a Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment. He also sits on the Islamic Finance Council UK Advisory Board.
Haroon Kalla is a prominent South African businessman and director of AMKA Products, one of the largest privately owned cosmetic and toiletry companies in South Africa. He is also a renowned pharmacist and the creator of Bactroban, a leading antibiotic cream.
With a wide network and extensive business expertise, Haroon has played a vital role in the growth and development of Post-Apartheid South Africa. He has utilized his knowledge and connections within the Muslim community to support various philanthropic initiatives and advocate for the oppressed.
During his time in the UK, Haroon served as the vice chairman of the Halal Food Authority. He also chaired AWQAF South Africa for 11 years, during which the organization was honoured with the prestigious Islamic Economy award in 2015.