Muslim Aid UK

•	Overseeing and driving the growth of the UK corporate donor portfolio, ensuring the development of strategic, long-term partnerships.
•	Leading the creation and execution of innovative fundraising campaigns, leveraging CSR collaborations and digital platforms to diversify income streams.
•	Implementing and managing a CRM system tailored for corporate donors, enhancing relationship management and data-driven decision-making.
•	Collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft compelling content and marketing strategies that amplify Muslim Aid’s impact and corporate appeal.

Corporate Partnerships Manager

Capture Minds (CIC)

Initiated in 2020, Capture Minds embarked on a profound mission to alleviate the cycle of poverty within the UK, with a primary focus on the Hounslow Borough. Our drive for positive change propels us forward as we craft innovative education/training programmes intended to support the futures of young people in Hounslow Borough all aimed at empowering Gen-Z and Millennials through a blend of creativity, originality, and cultural resonance.

• Fostered and managed enduring relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, community groups, and local authorities, offering strategies to enhance engagement with the young people in Hounslow Borough

• Supported the launch of a filmmaking initiative aimed at backing underprivileged creatives aged 18-25 in London, aiding their journey into the media industry with a focus on creating purpose-led original content such as docu-series, shows, podcasts, and branded narratives.

• Introduced community programs offering youth mentoring and educational support classes, alongside pathways in media, advertising, fashion, entrepreneurship, and sports through our weekly interactive workshops, fostering a climate of responsibility and creative leadership.

• Enhanced fundraising capabilities to ensure the sustenance of our long-term projects, while cultivating community-driven solutions to address the numerous adversities faced by vulnerable youth in our neighborhoods, incrementally advancing towards our overarching aim of youth empowerment and poverty mitigation.

Co-Founder 

Ealing Council (London Borough of Ealing)

Strengthened connections with residents in Ealing borough by incorporating their perspectives into decision-making and fostering co-collaboration with the council on service improvements.

• Led estate pop-up campaigns that not only improved resident satisfaction by 45% but also enhanced cross-departmental collaboration, laying the groundwork for effective community partnerships.

• Formed and facilitated collaboration with 3 new resident associations and over 17 existing ones, significantly boosting community engagement—a critical foundation for my transition into managing corporate donor relations.

• Amplified the Resident Engagement Team's social media presence, resulting in a 25% increase in online engagement.

• Revitalised direct mail communication, leading to increased resident engagement and sign-ups, a testament to my ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate.

Strategic Engagement Officer

London Borough of Hounslow

• Led diverse forums including tenants, leaseholders, and residents, fostering a collaborative dialogue for improved housing services.
• Orchestrated community-centric campaigns, drawing insights from residents' feedback to shape strategy, enhancing service delivery and satisfaction.
• Facilitated training and developmental opportunities for community members eager to engage in community and housing services, nurturing an empowered resident base.
• Monitored and analysed social media engagement, leveraging insights to optimise campaign strategies and foster a strong community rapport.

Corporate Community Engagement Officer

Ferrovial

Site supervised the renewal of the bravo taxiway of the southern runway at Heathrow Airport and ensuring project was delivered below budget and on time.

•	Using Microsoft Excel to track critical pathway activities and compiling reports for the q6 Heathrow Airfields project team.
•	Automating repetitive payroll/manhour tasks for project costs (labour, materials and subcontractors) using Python.
•	Carried out relevant inspections and testing of materials to ensure conformance of works during my time as a site engineer.

Graduate Civil Engineer (Summer Placement)

Jackson Civil Engineering

Worked as part of the team on the slip off road lane extension project at South Mimms (Junction 25) on the M25 in collaboration with Highways England
•	Developed site diary’s, trial hole registers and material requisitions while adhering to health & safety on site at all times 
•	Carrying out relevant inspections and testing to ensure conformance of the works and understanding basic take-offs.
•	Maintaining and enhancing my progression as an engineer with my continuous personal development (CPD plan) for the ICE as well as my quarterly progress report for my mentor

Site Engineer (Undergraduate Placement Year)

Unite Students

•	Providing a welcoming front of house reception service to ensure the customers always feel at home as I was Free to act on my own initiative using my natural enthusiasm to provide the best service to customers.
•	Providing a decisive and effective response to customer complaints and disputes; escalating where necessary and with the appropriate support and guidance.

Front Of House Manager

I Journey Through Brand Stories

I'm a Community Weaver—a path I’m carving out myself, driven by a passion for cultivating meaningful connections. From grassroots youth work to strategic partnerships, I’m all about shaping communities that thrive.

👷‍♂️ Transitioned from a Civil Engineer to a Social Fabric Engineer, I’m now diving into the realm of corporate fundraising. Here, I bridge the gap between corporate donors and impactful charitable causes, ensuring that every partnership fosters genuine community growth.

🌟 At the intersection of stakeholder engagement, corporate partnerships, and public involvement, I’m crafting narratives where every voice is heard and valued. My vision? To enhance the community feel of brands, non-profits, and local government, both in the real world and online.

🚀 Through my role as Co-founder of Capture Minds, I continue to hone these skills by fostering spaces where education breaks barriers and ignites change. I’m all about building vibrant communities and questioning the invisible structures that hold us back.

🔨 Whether it’s amplifying the pulse of a neighbourhood or steering a brand’s digital presence, I’m there, laying the bricks for cultures rooted in authenticity and engagement. Now I bring this same energy to building impactful relationships with corporate donors.

🤎 Passionate advocate for BAME communities, I staunchly believe in representation and equal opportunities.

🔍 Sharing my journey, insights, and the fascinating interplay of marketing, creativity, and impact on LinkedIn. I’m all about brands that narrate tales that captivate!

💬 Let’s connect, collaborate, and redefine the essence of community together. Join me on this unique journey to a future where community curator isn’t just my role, but a shared mission.

Adnan Ali

DHL Express

Express Commerce Global Application Support

Technical Support Specialist

Access Self Storage

Sales Administrator

William Hill

Customer Experience Manager

Resooma

Sales Account Manager

Hilton Hotels Worldwide

Food and beverage assistant. Simple part-time job (full-time over summer periods) I had during my studies in school/college. The role involved:
- Greeting and seating guests at the hotel.
-Replenishing the breakfast buffet as and when needed.
delivering dishes from the kitchen to the restaurant floor.
-Preparing and delivering room service orders
-General upkeep of all equipment and furnishing.

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