Meet the Mentors

I am a 23-year-old Software Engineer at Medpace with a passion for evidence-based habit formation and self-improvement — always rooted in and tied back to Islamic principles. I completed my undergraduate studies in just two years and am currently pursuing a Master's degree while enrolled in the SeekersGuidance program, continuing to grow in my Islamic knowledge alongside my professional career.

Over the past year, I have been going through the Mahabah mentorship training and mentoring boys, and I'm now stepping fully into the Level UP Program with hands-on experience and a deep commitment to the young men I serve. Outside of work and study, I enjoy working out and exploring the latest in technology.

I am 20 years old and a second-year Computer Science student at the University of Cincinnati, on an accelerated BS/MS combined track. Discipline, a strong work ethic, and hands-on fitness experience are at the core of who I am — and what I bring to every session with the young men I mentor.

Over the past year, I have been going through the Mahabah mentorship training and mentoring boys with full commitment and reliability, and I am honored to continue that journey with the Level UP Program. Outside of my studies, I enjoy running, working out, and programming.

I am 20 years old and a third-year Medical Sciences student at the University of Cincinnati and a former Patient Care Assistant, bringing real-world healthcare experience and a strong foundation in service, responsibility, and leadership. I serve as an assistant instructor at Parks Taekwondo, where I work closely with younger students to develop confidence, discipline, respect, and mental toughness.

I am also a committed athlete, having completed two marathons and maintaining a consistent weightlifting and fitness regimen. Over the past year, I have been going through the Mahabah mentorship training and mentoring boys, and I am dedicated to helping the next generation of Muslims grow stronger in both faith and character while building healthy, disciplined lifestyles.

I am a 20-year-old third-year student at the University of Cincinnati majoring in Supply Chain Management. I am deeply committed to fitness and personal development — having completed multiple marathons and maintaining a structured strength-training routine, including a 225-pound bench press. I emphasize consistency, mental resilience, and discipline, applying these principles to both physical training and daily life.

Over the past year, I have been going through the Mahabah mentorship training and mentoring boys, and I bring that same commitment and energy into the Level UP Program. Beyond fitness, I have a passion for car mechanics and a high entrepreneurial spirit — always looking to build, improve, and create. I am committed to helping young Muslims build strong iman, strong character, and strong bodies, believing a resilient ummah is built through disciplined individuals grounded in faith and purpose.

I feel very privileged and humbled to be joining the Mahabah team this year. I am currently a second-year PhD student in the Chemical Engineering Department at UC. Bi-fadlillah, I completed the memorization of the Quran four years ago with qira'at Hafs 'an 'Asim. I studied the Quran at Dar Al-Arqam School in Egypt under Sheikh Hassan — who, mashallah, holds ijaza of the 10 qira'at from multiple scholars including Al-Masrawi. During that time, I attended many lectures and lesson series from multiple shuyookh from Al-Azhar and beyond, covering 'Aqeedah, Usool Fiqh, Seerah, Hadith, and Tafseer.

I am also part of the religious committee at the Clifton Mosque and serve as one of its imams. Among our regular activities is a weekly Quran recitation session that I help lead. Alhamdulillah, I am newly married!

It is both a privilege and a responsibility to serve as a Senior Mentor in the Level UP Mentorship Program with Mahabah. I am a Senior Projects Manager at Procter & Gamble, where I've led diverse teams and managed business initiatives across Pakistan, Egypt, Morocco, and North America. As a Mechanical Engineer, I've learned that lasting success is built not only through technical excellence, but through strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to bring out the best in people — a leadership style rooted in character, humility, service, and continuous growth.

Growing up in Egypt, Islamic education was an integral part of my journey alongside math and science. My studies included Quran memorization, the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, and the foundational Islamic sciences. Listening to renowned reciters such as Sheikh Mahmoud Khalil Al-Husary, Sheikh Muhammad Siddiq Al-Minshawi, and Sheikh Abdul Basit Abdul Samad from an early age cultivated a lifelong love for the Quran and a deep appreciation for our Islamic heritage.

Through this program, my goal is to help young men strengthen their character, develop confidence and strong social skills, and grow into responsible Muslims who serve their family, community, and ummah with integrity — pursuing excellence in both their deen and their worldly endeavors, in shaa Allah. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring great coffee and food spots, traveling, and creating meaningful memories with my family.

I'm honored to serve as a mentor for the Level UP Mentorship Program with Mahabah. Serving the Muslim community and seeking the pleasure of Allah has always been something I strive for, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to invest in the next generation of young Muslim men.

I currently work as a Senior Data Engineer at GE Aerospace. Prior to that, I worked as an Analytics Consultant at Plante Moran and completed a Data Engineering internship at Amazon. Alongside my career, I remain committed to seeking Islamic knowledge. I studied Arabic and Islamic sciences in Chicago and continue pursuing Islamic studies while working toward completing my memorization of the Qur'an, insha'Allah.

As someone who grew up in the United States, I understand many of the challenges young Muslims face today. My goal as a mentor is to encourage our youth to strengthen their relationship with Allah, pursue excellence in their education and careers, and develop into confident leaders who benefit their families, communities, and the Ummah, insha'Allah.

I am truly honored and grateful for the opportunity to be part of Mahabah's Level UP Mentorship Program. I currently work as a Technical Project Manager & Senior Software Engineer at ITG Software. My path in seeking Islamic knowledge has largely been self-directed — researching and studying on my own to better understand our deen and fulfill the command of Iqra — while grounding that effort in structured learning through the Binaa Manhaji fiqh program.

My commitment to community service goes back to my high school years running kids' camps back home. Later, during my time in Turkey, I joined the UYP initiative, volunteering with Syrian children — teaching, running learning activities, and helping with food and clothing drives. For me, this work isn't something I give so much as something I need — a means of drawing closer to Allah. It feels especially essential here in the US, where Muslim families and children need real effort to close the gap between our faith and the community we live in. Outside of work, I stay active through workouts, squash, and pickleball, and value time outdoors and with friends.

Through this program, I hope to help young men see their faith as something lived — not confined to the masjid — and to grow in discipline, confidence, and pride in their identity. At the center of it, I hope to instill what I call the golden triangle: the three rights every Muslim must balance — the rights of Allah, through sincere worship and knowledge; the rights of self, through career growth, responsibility, and physical strength; and the rights of community, through how we engage our family, work, and society. A Muslim who connects all three angles is one who is truly balanced.

I'm honored to support the Level UP Mentorship Program with Mahabah by helping shape its curriculum. Volunteering for the sake of Allah and seeking His pleasure has been a central part of my life for many years. I currently volunteer as a teacher and program lead with Ihsan Muslim Explorers School, previously volunteered with ICGC in West Chester, and taught Islamic studies at the local masjid in Blacksburg, Virginia for several years before moving to Ohio. I have also been blessed to serve the community as a khatib for many years.

I currently work as a Lead Design Engineer at GE Aerospace. Alongside work, I continue my Islamic scholarship — I have completed the Muslim Blueprint program through the I3 Institute led by the honorable Sheikh Mehmet Usta, and the two-year program with Zad Academy Online, a comprehensive program based in Mecca covering 'Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah, Hadith, Tafsir, and Tarbiyah. This grounding shapes how I help design the program's curriculum.

I am 27 years old and Allah has blessed me and my wife with our beautiful children, Zainab and Abdallah. My goal in developing the curriculum is to help guide the young men to grow into strong, confident leaders of their families and communities who are rooted in deen, insha'Allah!