Mujtaba Khalid’s career spans entrepreneurship, government, and private-sector advisory, consistently focused on fostering financial inclusion and innovative solutions. His diverse experiences and entrepreneurial drive closely align with the goals of forward-thinking initiatives.

In partnership with international VCs, he is developing a Web 3.0 lending platform that aims to provide Shariah-compliant yields to stablecoin holders, bridging the gap between decentralized finance and financial inclusion in developing countries.

Previously, as Head of the Islamic Finance Centre at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), he spearheaded transformative projects that boosted the organization’s global footprint and increased revenue by 300%. Notable achievements include launching the official e-learning platform for AAOIFI, introducing the world’s first Islamic banking e-simulation, and creating education-linked NFTs. These projects reflect his ability to merge innovation with strategic vision to address industry needs effectively.

His contributions extend beyond entrepreneurship and institutional leadership. He has advised organizations such as the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Central Bank of Bahrain, focusing on Islamic finance governance, capacity building, and financial product development. Additionally, his academic endeavors as an Assistant Professor at COMSATS CIIT underscore his commitment to knowledge dissemination and sectoral growth.

With a solid academic foundation from the London School of Economics and Harvard Kennedy School—where he was an Edward Mason Fellow—he brings analytical rigor and a global perspective to every initiative he undertakes. He remains passionate about leveraging his entrepreneurial and advisory experiences to drive sustainable development and financial empowerment through innovative frameworks.