Faith First, Results Follow

About this episode

A discussion on faith and leadership featuring insights from Sheikh Yasir Birjas, Riaz Surti, and Dr. Osama Hashmi.

Live from Valley Ranch Islamic Center, #muslimprofessionals hosts a candid conversation on faith and leadership with three voices who walk the talk. Sheikh Yasir Birjas shares a clear framework for leadership rooted in service, trust, and sincerity. Riaz Surti, CEO of Hearthy Foods, explains how faith shaped his journey from teen operator to a national brand and why values still win in the food and wellness aisle. Dr. Osama Hashmi, dermatologist and CEO of Impiricus Health, breaks down how an AI driven health startup can scale with ethics, accountability, and calm.We cover origins and purpose, leadership and values, resilience through trials, community, legacy, and practical habits that keep you sharp. Expect real stories, direct advice, and a reminder that your prayer, your word, and your character are your edge.Featuring• Sheikh Yasir Birjas, Head of Islamic Law and Theory at AlMaghrib Institute and Imam at Valley Ranch Islamic Center• Riaz Surti, Founder and CEO, Hearthy Foods• Dr. Osama Hashmi, Dermatologist and CEO, Impiricus HealthModerator• Zohaib Rattu, Co Founder and President, Refunnel, and co founder of #muslimprofessionals What you will learn• How to define leadership…

People in this episode

Host: Zohaib Rattu

Guests: Sheikh Yasir Birjas, Riaz Surti, Dr. Osama Hashmi

Topics covered

• faith
• leadership
• values
• community
• resilience
• practical habits

Keywords

• leadership
• faith
• community
• values
• resilience
• AI ethics
• wellness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Valley Ranch Islamic Center, Hearthy Foods, Impiricus Health, AlMaghrib Institute, Refunnel

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