People
Hosts
Isra Ali
Isra Ali is a Senior Solicitor at Watermans specialising in Personal Injury law. Alongside her legal career, she has been a dedicated volunteer with Islamic Relief Worldwide for over 12 years, supporting humanitarian initiatives locally and internationally. This includes travelling to South Africa to witness projects first-hand and raising £22,000 for Palestine through a community iftar during Ramadan.
In her spare time, Isra is also a content creator for weddings, events, and businesses, combining creativity with organisation and storytelling.
Umar Hussain
Umar Hussain is an Associate Solicitor at McGreevy & Co. in Glasgow, specializing in criminal defense. Fluent in Urdu and Punjabi, he provides legal support to diverse communities. He has successfully defended individuals in Pro-Palestine demonstrations. Umar also volunteers with a food bank and youth group, embodying a commitment to both professional excellence and grassroots community service.
Judges
Ajmal Mushtaq
Ajmal Mushtaq is currently the CEO of Boss Pizza, a pizza chain steadily expanding across the UK. Prior to this, Ajmal thrived as a Management Consultant at Accenture in London, advising FTSE 100 firms. With decades of experience in Business & Leadership, Ajmal tirelessly serves the business community by producing FREE daily business education videos. Over the past five years, Ajmal has produced thousands of videos dedicated to empowering the next generation of business owners. He shares practical business insights and invests thousands of pounds each month into this mission.
Ajmal Mushtaq holds three degrees from the University of Glasgow. A Bachelor of Laws (LLB), a Master’s in International Finance (MFin), and a Master’s of Accounting (MACC). As a judge, Ajmal brings a wealth of expertise, dedication, and a genuine passion for uplifting the future of business leadership.
Zara Mohammed
Zara Mohammed has a background in international human rights law and is a Leadership Consultant. She served as Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, the UK’s largest Muslim representative body, from 2021 to 2025, making history as the first woman, youngest person, and first Scot to hold the role. Zara is a keynote speaker on issues impacting British Muslims, with a strong focus on tackling Islamophobia, women in leadership, and empowering communities. Passionate about inspiring young people, she speaks regularly at international summits and forums. In 2021, Vogue named her among the “25 Most Influential Women in Britain.”
Dawud Duncan
From the Highlands of Scotland, Dawud draws on the deep wellsprings of Scottish tradition & Muslim culture to bring us profound music, story and song. Dawud has performed nationally and internationally with a broad range of artists such as Al Firdaus Ensemble, Griogair Laubhraidh & An Dannsa Dub.
His ‘Dawud Duncan & Friends’ project brings together the some of Scotland’s finest traditional musicians – sharing powerful spiritual works from East and West – in a way that transcends the histories and stories that seek to divide us.
Dr Sahira Dar
Sahira is a portfolio GP, President of British Islamic Medical Association the largest organisation in Europe representing Muslim Healthcare professionals. Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer of Glasgow University and founder of Vibrant Scottish Mosques. Charity trustee of multiple charities
Kashif Rashid
Kashif is a Chartered Company Secretary by profession having worked with the Boards of some of the largest FTSE listed entities. He is also a long standing volunteer and trustee for Yusuf Youth Initiative, a grass roots charity based in Dundee. Kashif was winner of the Hz Khatija r.a award for Business of the Year in 2025 for his unique ilm Halal Student Halls venture which provides an Islamic environment for students studying in Dundee and St Andrews.
Salsabil El-Awaisi
Salsabil is a Palestinian Scot who lives in Edinburgh. She’s an interior designer and the founder of SE Interior which is an interior design service that specialises in modernising older properties.
She’s an activist who is trying to be a voice for Palestinian in Scotland.
Ali Malik
Ali Malik is the Founder of Awaz FM and a passionate community and business entrepreneur dedicated to creating opportunities that bring people together. He manages the station on a day-to-day basis, overseeing advertising and sponsorship, while delivering impactful projects, leading events, and supporting grassroots organisations. He is committed to empowering diverse communities, fostering collaboration, and driving positive, sustainable change.