Dr. Saima Azfar pursued her medical education at Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences before relocating to Chicago in 1998. Her journey into community engagement commenced when she started voluntary work across various branches of ICNA (Islamic Circle of North America). In 2012, she earned her medical license, a turning point that solidified her commitment to ICNA programs and organizations. She currently holds the esteemed position of Chief Strategy Officer. Her journey with ICNA Relief, a nationwide agency, reflects her commitment to the noble mission of fostering resilient communities. This mission entails providing support to families, uplifting neighbors confronted with adversity while preserving their dignity, and tirelessly advocating for their essential requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Br. Altaj Ilyas” subtitle=”CFO \u2013 Chief Financial Officer of ICNA Relief USA” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Altaj-I.png” image_background_size=”contain” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” header_text_align=”center” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” custom_padding=”3px||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Altaj Ilyas brings a wealth of 35 years of experience in Finance and Accounting, with a significant portion of 25 years dedicated to the nonprofit sector. He\u00a0<\/span>currently holds the esteemed position of CFO \u2013 Chief Financial Officer\u00a0<\/span>and oversees the financial management of ICNA Relief. Moreover, he has pursued studies in CMA (Cost and Management Accounting) and Corporate Secretarial Practices. Additionally, he has demonstrated his commitment by serving as the Treasurer of NYDIS (New York Disaster Interfaith Services) for the past 18 years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”90vw” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Br. Amir Saeed” subtitle=”CIO \u2013 Chief Information Officer of ICNA Relief USA” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Amir-S.png” image_background_size=”contain” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” header_text_align=”center” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Amir Saeed\u00a0<\/span>holds pivotal leadership positions as the\u00a0<\/span>Head of Information Technology, Marketing, Donor Management, and Volunteer Management departments.\u00a0<\/span>His academic background is distinguished by a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems.<\/span>\u00a0With a keen focus on digital transformation, Amir has successfully streamlined responses from donors and volunteers. This achievement includes the seamless migration of reporting and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) operations to Salesforce, positioning ICNA Relief as a benchmark for efficiency and innovation in the industry. His expertise extends beyond managing 24\/7 systems for financial institutions but also extends to leveraging cutting-edge technologies for steering complex, multimillion-dollar programs, contributing to cost reduction and enhanced efficiency. Amir\u2019s efforts are dedicated to supporting operations, optimizing efficiencies, ensuring compliance, and driving initiatives for cost reduction. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Br. Hammad Shaheer” subtitle=”CAO \u2013 Chief Admin Officer of ICNA Relief USA” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Hammad-S.png” image_background_size=”contain” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” header_text_align=”center” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Hammad Shaheer\u2019s dedication to community service is emblematic of his unique synthesis of academic rigor and practical wisdom. Holding an MPhil-Business Administration from NUML, MS Business Administration, and MS Accounting from Stony Brook University New York, with over 15 years of experience in the profit and non-profit sectors, he is a distinguished expert in strategic and financial management, human resources, and enterprise risk management. Trained by the renowned Ron Kaufman, he has cultivated extensive expertise in uplifting and building a service culture. His scholarly contributions to Corporate Social Responsibility reflect his commitment to ethical business practices. His leadership capabilities, coupled with his professional achievements, underscore his passion for community-centric programs. As Chief Administrative Officer at ICNA Relief, he is leveraging his comprehensive business acumen, organizational skills, and managerial prowess to steer the organization towards socially responsible objectives. He has a passion for social activism and is committed to uplifting communities.<\/p>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#1f2a37″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Chair of the Board” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”DM Sans|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”50px” custom_margin=”-1px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ title_font_size_tablet=”80px” title_font_size_phone=”50px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-52e8eb8e-179d-46ef-aef0-d6da00d16de9%22:%91%22background_mask_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”Poppins||||on|||#fdb467|dotted” link_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” link_font_size=”18px” link_line_height=”1.8em” ul_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” max_width=”750px” module_alignment=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Br. Mohammad Arif , NY<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Board Members” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”DM Sans|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”50px” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ title_font_size_tablet=”80px” title_font_size_phone=”50px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-52e8eb8e-179d-46ef-aef0-d6da00d16de9%22:%91%22background_mask_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.0″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” animation_style=”fade” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”Poppins||||on|||#fdb467|dotted” link_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” link_font_size=”18px” link_line_height=”1.8em” ul_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” max_width=”750px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Br. Hashim Badat, TX<\/p>\n Br. Junaid Ahmed, CA<\/p>\n Br. Muzaffar Hussain, TX<\/p>\n Br. Najam ud Din, CA<\/p>\n Br. Hanif Harris, TX<\/p>\n Sr. Robina Ali<\/p>\n Sr. Sobia<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”2em” link_font=”Poppins||||on|||#fdb467|dotted” link_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” link_font_size=”18px” link_line_height=”1.8em” ul_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” max_width=”750px” module_alignment=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sr. Uzma Ahmed, TX (Advisor)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Br Hassan Niaz, TX Br. Mohammad Aftab, CO Br. Hayder Mir, MD Br. Masood Ranginwala, NJ<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Br. Amin Jibril<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”90vw” custom_padding=”62px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Imam Rafiq Mahdi (William E. Henderson)” subtitle=”Director of Disaster Relief and Outreach” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Imam-Rafiq.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Imam Rafiq Mahdi, born as William E. Henderson II in Knoxville, Tennessee, underwent a profound transformation from his Christian upbringing to Islam at the age of 23. Imam Mahdi\u2019s thirst for knowledge led him to The Islamic University of Madinah, where he earned a diploma in Arabic Language and Islamic Studies. Under the guidance of Sheik Abu Bakr Al-Jazairy, he immersed himself in the intricacies of tafseer at the Masjid of The Prophet Muhammad in Madinah. Imam Mahdi co-founded The Muslim Community of Knoxville Inc., assuming leadership roles as its first Imam and vice president. He served as Imam in various communities, including Miami, FL, FT. Lauderdale, FL, and Knoxville, TN. Currently, Imam Mahdi serves as the Director of Disaster Relief Services and Outreach for ICNA Relief USA, aligning with his belief in the organization\u2019s mission as a true expression of Islam\u2019s core values. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Sr. Malika MacDonald” subtitle=”Director of Transitional Housing” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Malika-R.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Malika MacDonald-Rushdan, embarked on her journey by embracing Islam in 1995. With over a decade of experience working with at-risk youth, Malika co-founded the Al-Huda Society during her tenure at ROCA, a program designed to address the unique needs of refugee and immigrant families. Upon relocating to New York, Malika served as the Assistant Director of the 21st Century Community of Learners at Hillcrest Public High School in Jamaica, NY, where she played a crucial role in an after-school enrichment program. Later, as the Assistant Director of the 911 Civil Liberties Project with ICNA Relief USA, she developed a successful women\u2019s transitional housing model, inaugurating the first facility in Jamaica, NY, in 2006. Currently, as the National Director of Transitional Housing, Malika oversees 26 facilities dedicated to housing homeless women, including the Amal Women\u2019s Center in Boston, MA. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Dr. Reshma Khan” subtitle=”Director of Health Services” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Reshma-K.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Reshma Khan has dedicated her life to making a positive impact by serving as the Director of Health Services and the founder and Medical Director of Shifa Free Clinic in South Carolina. She earned her medical degree from Gandhi Medical College in Bhopal, followed by the completion of her Ob\/Gyn residency at Saint Elizabeth Youngstown Ohio. In addition, she has received numerous prestigious awards, including the President\u2019s Lifetime Achievement Award, the Prevent Cancer Foundation\u2019s Laurels Award, the Nonprofit Leader Award, and the Leadership in Diversity Award. She is further honored with \u201cReshma Khan Day,\u201d as proclaimed by Charleston\u2019s Mayor. Dr. Khan\u2019s influence extends beyond the local community; she has been recognized as one of the 100 most inspiring Muslim women from India in the US and acknowledged as one of the 10 trailblazers in South Carolina by the Women\u2019s Right and Empowerment Network.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Br. Arshad Jamal” subtitle=”Regional Director of North East Region” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Arshad-J.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Arshad Jamal, an accomplished Electrical Engineer with a BSC in Engineering, features a 22-year career that commenced with Pakistan Airlines and later extended to Saudi Airlines in Riyadh. His expertise in flight operations and international planning led him to establish offices in various countries like Turkey, Dubai, and Singapore, managing for events like Hajj<\/span>\u00a0and summer holidays mass movement operations<\/span>. In 2006, he ventured to the USA, starting a franchise business with YUM Group in PA. Additionally, he joined ICNA Relief in 2016, currently serving as the Northeast Regional Director, overseeing 6 offices across MA, NY, NJ, PA, MD, and VA. Arshad\u2019s commitment to ICNA is evident through his roles as NY Secretary General, a 2-year term as a National ICNA Shura member, and his service as the 2020 President of ICNA NY. His multifaceted experience reflects a deep dedication to humanitarian efforts and community service within the ICNA organization.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”90vw” custom_padding=”62px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Dr. Khalid Memon” subtitle=”Regional Director of Western Region” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Khalid-M.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Dr. Khalid Memon earned his Medical School Degree at Liaquat Medical College in Pakistan, followed by the completion of his Medical Post-Graduation at Brompton Hospital, University of London, UK. After establishing a lengthy career as a Pulmonary Physician, Dr. Memon relocated to California in 1989 with his family. Driven by a passion for assisting the underserved, he initially served as a Clinic Manager at the Al-Shifa Clinic in San Bernardino. In 2010, Dr. Memon joined ICNA Relief, initially as the Director of the Southern California program, and presently holds the position of Director of the Western Region. Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr. Memon dedicates his free time to cherished moments with his family and enjoys the company of his four wonderful grandchildren.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/dsm_card][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_card title=”Br. Zahid Hussain” subtitle=”Director of Hunger Prevention” image=”https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Zahid-H.png” image_background_size=”contain” image_alignment=”center” button_url_new_window=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”DM Sans||||||||” body_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_font=”DM Sans||||||||” subhead_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||25px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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