These Muslim leaders are actively making an impactful presence, using their LinkedIn platform as a source to share their valuable insights, thoughts and perspectives. By following these leaders online, you may tap into and catch up on trends related to such things as artificial intelligence (AI), Muslim businesses, technology, markets, the economy, and more.
1. Mohammed A. Faris
Mohammed Faris is a renowned executive coach, author, and speaker known for connecting spirituality with productivity. As the founder of The Productive Muslim Company, he has over 13,000 followers on LinkedIn and authored the best-selling book “The Productive Muslim: Where Faith Meets Productivity.” As a Muslim leader, he talks about faith, barakah, productivity, spirituality, and professional development on his LinkedIn platform.
2. Zain Kahn
Zain Kahn and his brother, Awais, co-founded the AI newsletter Superhuman, based in Dubai. The newsletter helps readers boost productivity and their careers with AI. It brings in six figures in ad revenue monthly and has more than 300,000 subscribers, which has grown organically. Initially, they weren’t using AI to make the newsletter content but now they use ChatGPT and Midjourney daily. He discusses AI, marketing, career growth, productivity, and artificial intelligence on his LinkedIn platform.
3. Mohamed El-Erian
Dr. Mohamed A. El-Erian is the President of Queens’ College, Cambridge, part-time Chief Economic Advisor at Allianz, Chair of Gramercy Fund Management, Rene M. Kern Practice Professor at The Wharton School, Lauder Senior Global Fellow (University of Pennsylvania), Financial Times contributing editor, Bloomberg Opinion columnist, and author. On his LinkedIn platform, he talks about the economy, markets, economics, inflation, and investing.
4. Ahmed Essam Shelbaya
Ahmed Essam Shelbaya is an experienced and commercially astute CEO with over 17 years of leadership in the telecom industry across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Notable roles include Vodafone Group Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer, CEO of Vodafone Europe Cluster, and CEO of Vodafone Egypt. He mostly talks about 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), telco, Vodafone, and technology on his professional LinkedIn platform.
5. Nabeela Elsayed
Nabeela Elsayed is an executive coach in Canada and an experienced global digital, operations, and HR executive with a successful track record at major retail brands like Walmart and IKEA. She focuses on discussing well-being, leadership, sustainability, retail management, diversity, equity and inclusion on her LinkedIn social media.
6. Nafees A.
Nafees A. is an expert in finance. Recognized as a Top 10 Most Influential Muslim in UK Finance, he masterminds projects, inspires growth, and champions social impact with cutting-edge tech. He regularly graces global stages, tackling issues like career growth, diversity, and social mobility. He also talks about finance, disruptive technology, and inclusion on the LinkedIn social platform. Beyond being a prominent Muslim leader in the corporate world, he’s a thought-out Muslim leader, a community figure, and a force for good.
7. Zain Nazar
Zain Nazar is an accomplished commercial tech manager with a proven track record of strategizing and executing product launches for enterprise environments. He talks about Palestine, entrepreneurship, and Muslim excellence on his LinkedIn platform. Internationally acknowledged, he features in EMpower’s Top 100 Ethnic Minority Future Leaders Role Model Lists 2023 and Top 50 Influential Muslims in Europe.
As we step into 2024, embarking on a journey of insight and inspiration is just a LinkedIn follow away. Connecting with these influential Muslim leaders promises a diverse range of perspectives and valuable knowledge. Whether you’re keen on exploring technology trends, immersing yourself in the world of Muslim businesses, or gaining a deeper understanding of market dynamics, these leaders have you covered. With this, you could make the most of 2024.