How I Built Salaam Nutritionals Ft. Dr. Saimah Arshad
In this episode of our podcast, join host Zohaib as he sits down with pharmacist and entrepreneur Dr.Saimah Arshad to explore the fascinating world of Salaam Nutritionals. Discover how nutrition and supplements play a crucial role in maintaining health, as Saimah shares her personal journey and insights on gut health, collagen, and the risks of modern medications.--------Chapters00:00 Current Events and Community Concerns01:51 The Birth of Salam Nutritionals05:52 Navigating the Supplement Industry12:02 Gut Health and Nutrition19:53 The Importance of Collagen26:48 The Risks of Modern Medications27:40 The Hidden Dangers of Supplements31:54 Navigating the Amazon Dilemma34:48 The Shift to Direct-to-Consumer Sales38:58 The Importance of Quality Packaging43:58 Consumer Trends and Future Predictions49:59 Why Choose Salam Nutritionals?
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From Law to Deodorant with Moiz Ali, Founder of Native (Live Podcast)
ICYMI: Recorded live at the NY FNDRS&INVSTRS MIXER on Jan 16th, 2025, host Zohaib Rattu chats with Moiz Ali, the founder of Native Deodorant. They discuss Moiz's journey from Harvard Law graduate to successful entrepreneur, the challenges of starting a business, and his transition into investing. Filled with insights and personal anecdotes, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring founders and investors alike.Note: Our microphones died mid-way, which distorted the audio a bit. We did our best to fix the audio! A special shout to those who helped make this podcast happen: @moiz.r.ali @humandevelopmentfund @makanihomes @fridayhq.co @jamallawnyc
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
00:15 Inspiration Behind the Event
00:42 Journey from Law to Deodorant
01:24 Entrepreneurial Roots and Family Influence
02:36 Challenges of Being an Illegal Immigrant
04:00 Founding Native Deodorant
06:25 Bootstrapping the Business
08:35 Scaling and Early Success
11:24 Employee Growth and Customer Service
12:26 Paying Yourself as a Founder
14:01 Transition to Investing
14:35 Investment Philosophy and Strategies
18:44 Family Involvement and Personal Life
22:12 Advice for Founders
25:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Building Trust Back in Healthcare (and other stuff)
In this episode, Dr. Osama Hashmi shares his journey from being a dermatologist to co-founding a healthcare tech company, Impiricus. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare tech landscape, the importance of ethics in pharma, and the role of personal branding and networking in business.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
05:29 The Journey of a Doctor and Entrepreneur
11:03 Ethics in Pharma and Healthcare
16:56 Raising Capital and Growth Strategies
23:08 Networking and Distribution in Business
31:22 Building Trust and Community
39:00 Navigating Identity as a Muslim Entrepreneur
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Saving New York W/ Mayoral Candidate Zohran Kwame Mamdani
On this episode of the Muslim Professionals podcast, co-hosts Ali and Zohaib are joined by Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a pioneering figure in New York politics and the first South Asian man elected to the New York State Assembly. Now running for New York City Mayor, Zohran discusses his inspiring journey from Uganda to New York, his vision for the city, his candidacy against Eric Adams, and his commitment to making NYC affordable and just for all its residents. Tune in for a conversation on politics, community, and change. Yes... it's a very NY podcast, so be ready.
01:11 Zohran's Rise in Politics
01:37 Challenges in NYC
02:59 Eric Adams' Indictments Impact
04:10 Housing Issues in NYC
05:22 NYC Code Enforcement
10:51 Public Safety and Transit
38:30 Final Takeaways and Dates
43:45 Rapid Fire Questions
41:30 Conclusion and Summary
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Breaking Barriers: Faith, Innovation, and Leadership with Fatima Alam
In this episode of the "#muslimprofessionals the podcast", host Hana Rasheed chats with Fatima Alam—product innovator, three-time founder, and all-around trailblazer. They dive into Fatima’s journey as a female founder in tech, blending art with innovation, and tackling challenges women face in corporate spaces. Fatima shares how faith shapes her career, why self-regulation matters, and her mission to rewrite the narrative around Muslims in corporate America. From public speaking tips to breaking stereotypes and embracing bold ideas, this convo is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to grow, connect, and redefine the game.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Fatima Alam
02:56 The Intersection of Art and Innovation
06:10 Challenges Faced as a Female Founder
09:05 Navigating Bias in Corporate Spaces
11:54 The Role of Faith in Professional Life
15:58 Rebranding Muslims in Corporate America
19:56 Experiences in Turkey and Cultural Perceptions
22:59 The Journey into Public Speaking
26:01 Secret Tagline for Muslims
29:01 Career Advice and Embracing Crazy Ideas
35:39 The Spirit of Ideas and Timing
37:11 Navigating Bias as a Female Muslim Professional
38:36 Stereotypes and Misconceptions in the Workplace
41:12 Networking Tips for Muslim Professionals
46:14 The Importance of Mentorship
51:55 Redefining Muslim Representation in the Workforce
53:56 Advice for Aspiring Professionals
01:03:34 Following the Fun in Your Career
Salaam y’all, welcome to the official podcast home of the #muslimprofessionals. Here your hosts, Hana and Zohaib, will be talking strategies, tips and tricks, conducting AMAs with Muslims in the professional world to shed light on the different tactics you can implement to increase your productivity and maintain your deen while doing it!