Usama is a highly accomplished Islamic finance professional with a distinctive educational background in both Shariah and Accounting. Holding a Certified Shariah Auditor and Advisor designation from AAOIFI and a Masters in Islamic Finance from INCEIF, Usama has also earned a Shariah Degree from the Islamic University of Madinah and a BBA in Accounting from Temple University. Having honed his skills in accounting and business development in corporate America, Usama now specialises in Shariah-compliant investments, waqf structuring, real estate, and Fintech. His wealth of knowledge and expertise contributes valuable insights to the Islamic finance industry, reflecting his commitment to excellence. Usama’s client-centric approach is complemented by his passion for simplifying the intricacies of Shariah compliance, making concepts accessible and digestible. Furthermore, he is a seasoned educator with a decade-long commitment to teaching, actively engaged in providing training and capacity building for Sharia and Islamic finance.