Naushad founded ShariaPortfolio in the USA in 2003, spearheaded its expansion into Canada in 2017, and began working with global clients in 2020. He also serves as one of the portfolio managers for the SP Funds line of Sharia-compliant exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Additionally, Naushad is the CEO of SP Funds Management and Chairman of the ShariaPortfolio group of companies.

Before founding ShariaPortfolio, Naushad managed a hedge fund and several real estate partnerships. From the outset, his mission has been to provide professionally managed investment solutions that help the Muslim community achieve financial success while staying true to their personal values.

Naushad holds a degree from the University of Florida. A renowned speaker and contributor to global news media on Sharia-compliant investment management, he was recognized in 2019 as one of the world’s 500 most influential Muslims by Islamica 500.