Speakers
The World's Best Muslim Coaches... All in One Place
Mohammed Faris
Mohammed Faris is an executive coach, author, and speaker renowned for integrating spirituality with personal and professional development. He is the founder of The Productive Muslim Company, a faith-based training and coaching firm dedicated to helping individuals and teams achieve peak performance by aligning their spiritual, physical, and social well-being.
Born in Tanzania, Faris grew up in Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, and currently resides in the United States. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance and a Master of Science in Finance and Investment from the University of Bristol. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Development with an Executive Coaching concentration from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Faris is the author of the best-selling book The Productive Muslim: Where Faith Meets Productivity, which offers insights into combining Islamic principles with modern productivity techniques. His latest work, The Barakah Effect, delves into living a life of blessings and achieving more with less.
Faisal Ensaun
Faisal Ensaun is a certified high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and speaker with over a decade of experience empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential. Having coached more than 2,000 clients—including CEOs, entrepreneurs, athletes, and investors—Faisal specializes in guiding multifamily real estate investors and professionals to transition from employee roles to visionary leaders, all while maintaining balance in health, relationships, and personal fulfillment.
Born in Afghanistan and raised in Canada, Faisal's journey from a war-torn childhood to becoming a successful coach is a testament to resilience and purpose. His personal transformation fuels his mission to help others overcome internal barriers and create lives of meaning and contribution. He co-founded the Coaching Mastery Community, where he mentors aspiring coaches, and leads the Space Creators Community, offering group coaching focused on personal development and high performance
Othman Altalib
Othman Altalib is a seasoned leadership coach, entrepreneur, and former tech executive dedicated to helping high-achieving Muslim men rediscover their purpose and lead lives of intentional impact. As the founder of RYSE Coaching, he combines nearly 15 years of experience at industry giants like IBM, Appian, and Google with a deep commitment to spiritual and personal development.
At Google, Othman held multiple leadership roles, including Global Head of Growth Strategy & Operations for Google Cloud, where he implemented innovative strategies that significantly scaled business operations. His tenure at Appian saw him navigate the complexities of taking a late-stage startup through a successful IPO. At IBM, he played a crucial part in developing comprehensive data strategies that transformed disaster response for government agencies.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Othman has been a spiritual leader for over two decades, delivering Khutbahs across the country and focusing on aligning personal purpose with the greater good of the ummah. His coaching philosophy is rooted in the RYSE framework—Recognize, Yearn, Strive, Elevate—guiding clients through a transformative journey that integrates mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical growth.
James H. Faghmous
James H. Faghmous, Ph.D., is a distinguished data scientist and educator specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Currently serving as a lecturer at the University of Southern California, Dr. Faghmous brings over a decade of experience in both academic and applied AI research. His professional journey includes roles at esteemed institutions such as MIT Sloan School of Management, Columbia University, Stanford University, and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Beyond academia, Dr. Faghmous is the founder of Practical Muslim Inc., an initiative dedicated to empowering Muslims through mindset coaching and personal development. Recognized twice as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Muslims in America, he is committed to helping individuals identify and overcome personal barriers to achieve their goals.
Megan Wyatt
Megan Wyatt is a relationship and life coach, educator, and speaker who has dedicated over 16 years to helping individuals and couples create lives filled with purpose, clarity, and emotional connection. She is the founder of
Wives of Jannah , a faith-based platform supporting Muslim wives & couples with the tools to build emotionally intelligent, spiritually grounded, and deeply fulfilling marriages. Through articles, workshops, and one-on-one coaching, Megan has supported thousands of women in understanding their needs, navigating marital challenges, and embodying their values in their most intimate relationships.
Recognizing the broader need for personal transformation beyond marriage, Megan also founded One Meaningful Life, a coaching platform for men & women who are ready to strategically build their lives for the sake of Allah by reconnecting with their values, improving emotional resilience, and living with greater intention. Her coaching brings together Islamic principles, powerful mindset tools, and emotionally attuned strategies to help clients move from confusion to clarity, and from burnout to living with more joy, fulfillment, and gratitude.
Megan’s approach is both heart-centered and results-driven. Whether she’s guiding a couple through communication breakdowns, helping a client shift long-standing emotional patterns, or supporting someone through a major life transition, she meets people where they are - with compassion, directness, and deep respect for their inner wisdom and faith.
Her background includes coaching since 2008, public speaking across North America and beyond, podcasting, and designing popular coaching programs and workshops that integrate personal growth with spiritual meaning. Megan has also trained under internationally recognized coaching leaders and continues to evolve her work at the intersection of psychology, faith, and personal development.
She is also a homeschooling mother of four, an author, and a lifelong educator, bringing both professional expertise and lived experience to every audience she serves. Her work resonates with clients seeking a values-based path to growth
- people who want more than just coping strategies and are ready for deep, meaningful transformation.
You can learn more about her work at wivesofjannah.com and onemeaningfullife.com
Dr. Ed Tori
Dr. Ed Tori is a physician, influence strategist, keynote speaker, and educator renowned for his expertise in ethical persuasion and communication. As the former Director of the Influence Center at one of the largest health systems on the East Coast, he has trained professionals across healthcare, business, and nonprofit sectors to master the science of influence for better leadership, engagement, and behavior change.
Board-certified in internal medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Tori earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident and Resident of the Year. He also holds a B.A. in Africana Studies from Cornell University.
Dr. Tori’s influence training spans diverse disciplines—including hypnosis, NLP, marketing, game design, and behavioral science—allowing him to deliver engaging, actionable talks that blend humor with deep expertise. He is the creator of the Influence Every Day podcast and founder of the Influence Book Club.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Tori is a father of six, a children's book author, and the founder of a mobile game company. He also serves as president of a large nonprofit organization in Baltimore.
Monica Boddie
Monica Boddie is a transformational guide specializing in empowering overgivers by integrating spiritual principles of recovery with Human Design and Gene Keys. With a background in education and a passion for personal development, she offers coaching and resources aimed at helping individuals reclaim their energy, purpose, and authenticity. Through her platform, Monica provides tools and insights to support those who tend to prioritize others' needs over their own, guiding them toward balanced and fulfilling lives.
Sara Kenana
Sara Kenana is a certified life coach dedicated to empowering Muslim women to reclaim their peace, purpose, and presence. As a mother of four energetic children living far from extended family and married to a traveling healthcare professional, Sara understands the unique challenges faced by Muslim women balancing family, faith, and personal well-being. Her coaching approach integrates Islamic values with evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients break free from overwhelm, guilt, and self-doubt. Sara's mission is to guide women in transforming their relationships and lives by fostering self-compassion, emotional awareness, and intentional living. Through her personalized coaching programs, she provides a supportive space for women to rediscover their inner strength and achieve lasting fulfillment.
Dr. Omar Husain
Dr. Omar Husain is a licensed professional counselor, educator, and religious scholar who integrates Islamic principles with modern therapeutic practices to support mental and spiritual well-being. He earned his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a clinical faculty member at Prescott College. Dr. Husain is also an Imam and has studied Islamic sciences at Al-Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt. His counseling services, offered through Dr. OH Counseling, focus on Muslim men, teens, young professionals, and families, addressing issues such as grief, trauma, and addiction. He is committed to removing the stigma around seeking mental health support within the Muslim community.
Dr. Mujahid Hasan
Dr. Mujahid Hasan is a UK-trained pediatrician and healthcare strategist with extensive experience in both clinical practice and leadership development. Currently serving as Director of Leadership and Strategy at Forerunners, he specializes in coaching professionals to enhance their performance and well-being through neuroscience-informed approaches.
Dr. Hasan's multidisciplinary expertise encompasses medicine, leadership, and coaching. He is known for integrating insights from neuroscience and Islamic spirituality to support individuals in achieving sustainable personal and professional growth.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Hasan is actively involved in community initiatives that bridge faith and science, particularly during significant periods like Ramadan. He co-leads programs that explore the connection between spiritual practices and neurochemical well-being, aiming to help participants maintain the benefits of spiritual experiences in their daily lives
Hana Alasry
Hana Alasry is a trauma & nervous system coach who serves Muslim women across the world helping them heal from complex trauma without compromising their faith. As a Muslim trauma coach, she's built one of the most recognized and widely accessed platforms in this space. Her work consistently reaches a global audience, and she's a leading voice that many turn to first when seeking support, healing, and faith-centered guidance.
She combines 7+ years of studying and practicing health psychology, medicine, trauma education with Islamic tarbiya and offers strategic and evidence-based methods to healing trauma specifically in the Muslim context.
Sajjad Husain
Sajjad Husain is the Founder and CEO of Sunan Designs, a premier marketing agency dedicated to elevating brands through innovative design and strategic marketing. With over 15 years of experience in design, branding, media marketing, and social media strategies, he has successfully led numerous campaigns that have driven significant growth for clients across various industries.
Holding an MBA from Johns Hopkins University, Sajjad combines his academic background with practical experience, including leadership roles at the Social Security Administration, to build a diverse and talented team at Sunan Designs. Under his leadership, the agency has launched successful campaigns that have significantly impacted clients' growth.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Sajjad is known for his unique sense of humor and creative spirit, often sharing insights on branding and marketing through various platforms. He is also recognized as a world sushi champion and a self-proclaimed déjà vu expert.
Yasemin Inal
Yasemin Inal is a Certified High Performance Coach, business strategist, and international speaker who helps entrepreneurs amplify their sales and impact without compromising their values. As the founder and CEO of Amplify Your Dreams, Inc., she specializes in guiding coaches, consultants, and service-based business owners to confidently sell high-ticket offers through alignment-driven strategies.
Originally from Istanbul, Yasemin moved to the U.S. to pursue a career in musical theater. A transformative spiritual experience led her to embrace her faith more deeply, ultimately shifting her path from academia—where she taught college English—to entrepreneurship. She now empowers others to live authentically and lead with purpose.
Yasemin holds a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics from Columbia University and is one of only 300 Certified High Performance Coaches worldwide. She is also the co-host of the Brave Visibility podcast, where she shares insights on personal growth, business, and faith.
Zahra Aljabri
Zahra Aljabri is a mindset coach and founder of Practical Muslim, a platform dedicated to helping Muslims align their faith with personal growth and success. Through her coaching, Zahra guides individuals to overcome self-limiting beliefs and embrace a mindset rooted in Islamic principles, enabling them to achieve their goals while maintaining spiritual integrity.
With a background in law and a passion for personal development, Zahra integrates her knowledge of Islamic teachings with modern coaching techniques. She offers various programs and resources aimed at empowering Muslims to live authentically and purposefully.
Zahra's work emphasizes the importance of inner transformation and the practical application of faith in daily life. Her approach resonates with those seeking to navigate life's challenges while staying true to their religious values.
Fatima Omar Khamissa
Fatima Omar Khamissa is a Sacred Leadership Mentor, author, and founder of The Barakah Legacy Collective, a platform dedicated to empowering affluent Muslim women over 45 to create enduring legacies through leadership, publishing, and faith.
As the CEO of Million Stars Academy and Spiritual Biz Moms, Fatima has developed programs that guide women to transform their personal histories and skills into purpose-driven, profitable online coaching businesses. Her initiatives focus on helping women achieve financial independence while maintaining their spiritual values.
Fatima's journey from overcoming personal adversity to becoming a successful entrepreneur has been featured in various media outlets, including CNN and The New York Times. She is also the author of several books, such as "50 Ways to Brand Yourself" and "From Ex to Extraordinary," which offer insights into personal branding and transformation.
Through her work, Fatima continues to inspire and equip Muslim women to lead with purpose, create impactful legacies, and thrive in both their personal and professional lives.
Kulsoom Kazim
Kulsoom Kazim is a certified life coach, motivational speaker, and author dedicated to guiding Muslim women on their journeys toward healing, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. With a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from York University and an Associate's degree in Islamic Studies from Mishkah University, she integrates psychological principles with Islamic teachings to provide holistic support to her clients.
As the founder of her own coaching practice, Kulsoom offers personalized coaching sessions, workshops, and lectures aimed at helping women navigate life's challenges, build confidence, and reconnect with their faith. Her approach emphasizes the importance of emotional authenticity and spiritual alignment, encouraging clients to embrace their true selves and live purposefully.
Kulsoom is also the author of the book Be You, a reflective guide that combines personal anecdotes, exercises, and insights to inspire readers toward self-improvement and resilience. Her work has been featured on platforms like Islam Channel and WSquad, highlighting her commitment to empowering women through faith-based coaching.
Aayah Khalaf
Aayah Khalaf is a certified health coach and founder of Bee Nourished, a wellness platform dedicated to helping busy mothers achieve sustainable weight loss, increased energy, and freedom from the cycle of yo-yo dieting. As an alumna of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), Aayah combines evidence-based nutrition strategies with a compassionate, faith-conscious approach tailored to the unique needs of Muslim women.
Through her signature programs—including the 8-Week Gut Healing Journey—Aayah empowers clients to balance insulin levels, heal their digestive systems, and build sustainable habits that support long-term health. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes nourishment over restriction, helping women break free from diet culture and reconnect with their bodies.
Lama Aboubakr
Lama Aboubakr is a certified mindset and relationship coach who empowers Muslims to cultivate fulfilling relationships by transforming their internal narratives and aligning with their faith. Through her coaching practice, she assists high-achieving individuals in mastering their minds, shifting lifelong patterns, and building deeply satisfying connections.
Lama's approach integrates mindset coaching, subconscious reprogramming, and psychology-based tools to help clients uncover and address the barriers preventing them from experiencing the love and connection they seek. Her work emphasizes the importance of becoming the version of oneself that naturally attracts the desired relationships, focusing on personal growth and spiritual alignment.
Shazia Imam
Shazia Imam, widely recognized as "The Life Engineer," is an ICF-certified professional coach, award-winning speaker, and host of the Feminine & Fulfilled podcast. With a background in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, Shazia transitioned from a successful 20-year corporate career at Fortune 500 companies—including Disneyland, PwC, Accenture, and Booz Allen Hamilton—into transformational coaching.
Through her platform, The Life Engineer, Shazia offers deep, personalized coaching programs designed to help women break free from limiting beliefs and align with their most fulfilled selves. Her services include 1:1 coaching, the Power Program, and Wealth Coaching, all aimed at empowering clients to achieve clarity, confidence, and aligned action in their personal and professional lives.
Shazia's approach combines practical strategies with profound inner work, guiding clients through processes that address limiting beliefs, impostor syndrome, and emotional blocks. Her clients often experience significant transformations, reporting increased self-awareness, improved relationships, and greater overall fulfillment.
Tanim Zaman
Tanim Zaman is a London-based entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of a £10 million group of companies spanning property management, education, and marketing. He is known for helping Muslim entrepreneurs scale their businesses while working less, emphasizing the integration of faith and business success.
Through his 3x Business Growth Program, Tanim mentors businesses to triple their revenue within six months, focusing on barakah-driven strategies. He documents these journeys on his YouTube channel, providing insights into the challenges and triumphs of scaling businesses.
Siwash Zahmat
After helping 500+ coaches and consultants build successful businesses — many replacing their income, finding alignment, and creating true freedom — I’ve come to believe one thing deeply:
Now is the time.Not next year. Not when the world is more stable. Now.
With everything happening — from the genocide in Gaza to mass layoffs and spiritual misalignment at work — more Muslims are waking up to a deeper calling:
✨ To earn with integrity.🌍 To work from anywhere.🤲🏼 To build a business that becomes a form of da’wah.🕋 And to create the kind of freedom that makes hijrah possible.
That’s what my session at Ummah Unleashed is all about:
“The Secret Career Path You Were Never Taught in School”How to turn your life experience into a purpose-led coaching business — rooted in barakah, service, and spiritual alignment.
If you’ve ever felt called to guide, to coach, to make a difference — this is your invitation.Let’s build a business that reflects your values and serves the Ummah.
Usman Ali
Usman Ali is a leading voice in Muslim personal development—known for helping high-achieving Muslims break cycles of addiction, overthinking, and guilt through deep behaviouralchange and spiritual connection with Allah.
As a certified coach and founder of his transformative 1:1 program, “Unchained”, Usman blendsIslamic wisdom with mindfulness, neuroscience and real-life experience to guide Muslims towardpeace, discipline, and purpose.
His mission is to create a more conscious, connected ummah by providing muslims with the real,relatable help they’re longing forAt the Ummah Unleashed Summit, he’ll share how to overcome destructive loops, master yournafs, and build an unshakable inner life—without guilt, burnout, or perfectionism.
Kulsoom Kazim
Kulsoom Kazim is a certified life coach, motivational speaker, and author dedicated to guiding Muslim women on their journeys toward healing, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. With a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from York University and an Associate's degree in Islamic Studies from Mishkah University, she integrates psychological principles with Islamic teachings to provide holistic support to her clients.
As the founder of her own coaching practice, Kulsoom offers personalized coaching sessions, workshops, and lectures aimed at helping women navigate life's challenges, build confidence, and reconnect with their faith. Her approach emphasizes the importance of emotional authenticity and spiritual alignment, encouraging clients to embrace their true selves and live purposefully.
Kulsoom is also the author of the book Be You, a reflective guide that combines personal anecdotes, exercises, and insights to inspire readers toward self-improvement and resilience. Her work has been featured on platforms like Islam Channel and WSquad, highlighting her commitment to empowering women through faith-based coaching.
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Kareem Elsayed
Kareem Elsayed is a Certified High Performance Coach and trauma-informed transformation expert dedicated to helping individuals break free from limiting patterns and achieve authentic fulfillment. With a background in medical device product development and a seven-year tenure at Google in Learning & Development, Kareem experienced burnout and anxiety, prompting a personal journey of healing and self-discovery.
Through his coaching practice, Kareem combines neuroscience, somatic trauma therapy, and high-performance strategies to guide clients toward personal growth and resilience. He offers tools like the Life Lab Notebook, a daily journaling and planning template designed to increase effectiveness and life satisfaction.