M. Umar Khan

About M. Umar Khan

Deen isn’t meant to be complicated. It’s meant to guide, to bring ease and to be lived with understanding. But I’ve seen how misconceptions, uncertainties and unnecessary complexities often make Islamic practices feel distant or difficult to follow.My goal is to make Islamic practices easier to understand and integrate into daily life. Not by adding complexity, but by removing barriers, clarifying what’s often misunderstood and offering practical guidance that helps Muslims live their Deen with confidence.I don’t see myself as a preacher, nor do I claim to have all the answers. I’m here to learn, reflect and share, to have the conversations that matter, to address the questions many are afraid to ask and to provide a space where Deen feels accessible, not intimidating.Through my work, I hope to blend tradition and modernity, ensuring that Islamic principles remain as relevant and seamless today as they have always been. If I can play a small part in making deen easier to practice, clearer to understand, and closer to the heart, then I consider that a responsibility worth carrying.Let’s have the conversations that matter. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Experience

1. Co-founder & CEO

   DEENIN®

   May 2023 — Present · Lewes, DE, US

   Lead strategic planning and partnership efforts to position DEENIN as a leading provider of Islamic lifestyle products worldwide.• Oversee product design, development, and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with brand values and vision.• Implement innovative marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.

Education

• Pakturk International Schools & Colleges

  GCE O Levels, Pre-Engineering

  2012 — 2016

• Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University

  Bachelor's degree, Economics

• Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University

  Minor, Information Systems

  2018 — 2022

• Roots IVY International Schools & Colleges

  GCE A Levels, Economics

  2016 — 2017