EXPO Agenda and speakers
Executive Board Member at ShariaPortfolio;
Over $2.8 Billion in assets under management.
Author. Speaker. Global entrepreneur And A Biker 🏍️
Recognized among the Top 500 Most Influential Muslims worldwide. Naeem has more than 20 years of experience in management consulting working at Big 4 firms including KPMG, Bearingpoint, Deloitte and Grant Thornton. He has led large multi-site projects with Fortune 1000 clients, including VMware, Dell, Pepsi, Boeing, FedEx and more.
Naeem is a frequent speaker and is an Amazon best-selling author on entrepreneurship. In 2018 and 2019, Naeem was honored with the distinction of being one of the 500 most prominent and influential Muslims in the world by Islamica 500, for creating the first Halal crowdfunding platform for real estate investors.
Prior to ShariaPortfolio, Naeem partnered in many successful businesses including FedEx franchises, commercial real estate investments, top 1% Amazon selling partner, and other startups. Naeem received his Bachelor of Engineering degree (BSEE) from Montreal, and recently relocated from Kuala Lumpur to Dallas, Texas.
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Anas Aljumaily is an American entrepreneur and investor. He is the founder of Gently, a fast-growing same-day logistics company shaping the future of last-mile delivery in major U.S. cities. Beyond logistics, he is active in AAA video game development, with projects drawing interest from leading global platforms, and in the payment processing sector, where he is building new solutions to power commerce. He also serves as Chairman of the Middle East Democracy Center, advancing governance and leadership initiatives in Washington, D.C. On the side, he pursues creative projects such as Qindeel, a children’s publishing initiative that develops children's books rooted in Islamic leadership values. Across his ventures and civic work, Anas focuses on building businesses and institutions that empower communities and create long-term impact.
I’m a Wealth Advisor at Crescent Private Wealth, where I bring a unique blend of mission-driven experience and financial expertise to my work with individuals, families, and institutions. With over eight years in the nonprofit sector and a background in commercial real estate, I offer a well-rounded perspective that bridges purpose and performance.
I specialize in advising institutional investors, nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic families, with a particular focus on endowment management and strategic charitable giving. My approach is all about aligning financial strategies with long-term impact, helping clients achieve both their financial and philanthropic goals.
I spent ten years living in South Africa, an experience that deeply shaped my global perspective and commitment to community engagement. Now based in the Raleigh area, I stay actively involved in local events and initiatives that keep me connected to the community I call home.
From HOMELESS!! to..... helping clients make over
$100Million Dollars!
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Akbar is the Founder of the Make More Give More Movement. He has helped his clients make over $100Million Dollars and has handed out over 80 trophies. He focuses on helping Entrepreneurs wrapping an ethical business around their talent so they can make more to give more to their families, communities and favorite charities, hence making the world a better place. He used to be homeless and now has become a global industry leader.
Number 1 best selling author,
Tedx Speaker,
father and
Philanthropist.
Farah Kuzbari is the Founder and CEO of BEAM Academy and BEAM Venture, a faith-driven youth entrepreneurship ecosystem empowering youth across 12 chapters and impacting over 2,000 young leaders through its programs, conferences, and summits. Through BEAM Academy, she has spent over a decade cultivating character, leadership, and purpose in young minds—laying the foundation for BEAM Venture’s model of entrepreneurship rooted in faith and community. With a vision to evolve how communities nurture changemakers, BEAM Venture transforms local spaces into incubators of mentorship and leadership, preparing youth to become purpose-driven entrepreneurs who uplift society through faith and action.
Ashraf Kuzbari is a youth entrepreneur, global speaker, and co-founder of NAWA, an AI-powered platform built by Gen Z for Gen Z. A Top-5 nationally ranked Congressional Debater, Ashraf is the recipient of several national awards, including NAWA’s recent wins at the GITEX YouthX Dubai and Global Mission Summit Dallas competitions.
Salah Elshanshory spent the first half of his career in investment banking, M&A, and private equity, advising large corporations and investors. Over time, he grew disillusioned with the corporate world and decided to take a more independent path—launching his own business and focusing on small business and real estate investing. Through that journey, he developed a deep interest in Bitcoin and the freedom it enables outside of traditional financial systems. Today, he’s a strong advocate for Bitcoin education and adoption, helping others understand its potential to create a more open and equitable financial future.
Aly Taha is the founder of Cardinal Financial Services (CFS), a full-service accounting firm providing expert bookkeeping, accounting, payroll processing, and fractional CFO services to businesses and professionals. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Aly helps clients streamline their financial operations, improve visibility into performance, and make confident, data-driven decisions that fuel sustainable growth.
Earlier in his career, Aly worked at KPMG, where he gained a strong foundation in Audit before moving into Deal Advisory, focusing on Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) and Financial Due Diligence (FDD). His experience included supporting clients through complex transactions such as M&A deals, restructurings, financial restatements, and carve-outs, ensuring technical accuracy and strategic insight throughout the process.
Aly later shifted his career into Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), where he specialized in financial modeling, forecasting, annual planning, business partnering, and headcount management. Aly holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and is also a FinOps Certified Practitioner. Through Cardinal Financial Services, he brings enterprise-level financial expertise to small and mid-sized businesses, helping owners strengthen their foundations and scale with clarity and confidence.
Clinics, Law Firms, Marketing, CPA, Real Estate, Finance, Logistics, Insurance, Travel Agencies…
All businesses are welcome!
Imam Nadim studied at Jamia Taalimul-Islam, Dewsbury, U.K. where he received ijazaat in Arabic, Fiqh, Hadith, Tafseer, Tajweed, and Qira’ah. He served as lead Quranic instructor, the head of an Arabic and Islamic Studies department at IANT Quranic Academy, Bayyinah Institute, and Qalam Institute.
Imam Nadim focuses his services on leadership, youth, marriage counseling, conflict resolution, religious sciences, education, and community development with the current domestic challenges for American Muslims. Imam Nadim is the longest tenue Imam at EPIC since joining in 2012
Hala Halabi is the Director of Refugee Services and Community Empowerment at ICNA Relief USA, where she began as a volunteer in 2011. She holds a BA in French Literature and a Master’s in Social Work, Community and Administrative Practice from the University of Texas at Arlington.
At ICNA Relief Dallas, Hala has improved the food pantry, streamlined refugee assistance programs, and managed car donation initiatives. As Director of Refugee Facilitation, she has successfully integrated the growing refugee community through educational training programs, in-kind donation drives, and volunteer development. She also serves as ICNA Relief USA’s primary media spokesperson on refugee issues and directs the Dallas Women’s Transitional Home, bringing nearly 13 years of nonprofit leadership experience.
Hala’s work has earned special congressional recognition from Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (2021), the 2018 Peace Champion award from the Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation, and the Social Justice Activist of the Year Award from CAIR Texas DFW (2017). She holds certifications in Fundraising Management, Suicide Response Training, and Life Coaching, and serves on the advisory board of UT Southwestern University.
Results-driven banking executive with 25+ years of experience in both conventional and Islamic (Riba-Free) banking. Proven leadership across U.S., Middle East, and GCC markets, with strong expertise in business development, digital transformation, strategic growth, and operational excellence. Adept at bridging traditional finance with ethical, interest-free models to meet modern financial needs.
Licensed Mortgage Advisor with Barakah Mortgage, backed by a 20-year established national mortgage company. He is dedicated to helping families in the Dallas–Fort Worth community achieve halal, Sharia-compliant homeownership, offering clear guidance, understanding of ethical financing options, and personalized support throughout the home-buying journey.
Hamza Ismail, a respected mortgage and business financing specialist, will provide a clear and practical overview of SBA loans-how they work, their key terms, and when small business owners should consider them as a funding option.
During his session at the Expo, Hamza will share actionable strategies to help attendees make informed, confident financing decisions for both their homes and businesses.
With extensive experience guiding entrepreneurs and homeowners through complex lending processes, Hamza is dedicated to helping clients build financial stability, access growth capital, and achieve their long-term goals through smart lending solutions
Business Growth track
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Anas Aljumaily
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Akbar Sheikh
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Imam Nadim Bashir
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Yusuf Korkmaz
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RAAHIL SHAIK
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And More Speakers to Come
Investment & Wealth Management
Track
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Naeem Randhawa
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Bitcoin majlis
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And More Speakers to Come
Financing solutions Track
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Ihab Alzarieni
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karim elgabry
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Yusuf Korkmaz
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and more to come
NonProfit growth track
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Abderraoof alkhawaldeh
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Ahmed AbdelHamid
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More speakers are coming
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