A Sit Down Chat with Hoda Abrahim from the hit show, Muslim Matchmaker, and founder of Love IA
This episode is a live recording from our MP Mixer Fireside Chat on May 10th, 2025. Zohaib Rattu sat down with Hoda Abrahim founder of Love, Inshallah and Muslim Matchmaker to explore how she turned her passion for helping Muslims find love into a full-fledged career… and eventually, a reality TV show on Hulu.Hoda shares the backstory behind her unconventional career path, the challenges and stigmas she’s faced as a Muslim matchmaker, and how her work resonated so deeply that it caught the attention of Hollywood.If you've ever been curious about how someone turns a community need into a global platform or what it takes to make faith-centered matchmaking mainstream this conversation is for you.Join over 8000+ Muslim Professionals to network, learn, and grow together. Register for free at www.muslimprofessionals.usSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST
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THE UNDERDOG PLAYBOOK: SCALING WITH GRIT, NOT CAPITAL FT. ADAM ALI, CEO and FOUNDER OF UNCOMMON AGENCY
On this episode of The Muslim Professionals Podcast, I sat down with Adam Ali, CEO and founder of The Uncommon Agency — a multi-channel Shopify Plus powerhouse working with global brands like Rare Beauty and Liquid Death.We got real. Adam shared his journey from growing up in a mixed-faith household in one of Liverpool’s roughest neighborhoods, to building one of the most respected agencies in the Shopify ecosystem. We talked about the power of partnerships, scaling an agency without outside funding, breaking into new markets like the GCC, and why Muslims need to stop sleeping on the CPG wave.There’s wisdom here for anyone navigating identity, building from nothing, or trying to figure out how to turn hustle into a high-impact business. This one’s for the underdogs.
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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
Salaam y’all, welcome to the official podcast of #muslimprofessionals.
I’m your host, Zohaib. On this show, we sit down with Muslim professionals from all walks of life to talk strategy, share tips, and run AMAs that help you grow in your career and your deen. Whether you're navigating corporate life, launching a startup, or figuring out what's next — this is your space to learn, connect, and level up.
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