Hassan Daher, CFA

Hassan Daher is the Founder and CEO of Qardus, a UK-based FinTech company that he established as the first ethical and Sharia-compliant SME financing platform in the country.1 With a background in finance, Daher holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, as indicated by his LinkedIn username "hdahercfa".2

Professional Background

Daher has over 10 years of experience in finance, including strategic and financial services for businesses. He previously worked with Deloitte, providing valuable expertise in corporate finance, valuation, due diligence, and accounting.3

Education

Hassan Daher received his education from The University of Manchester, completing his studies between 2000 and 2003.4

Qardus

Qardus, Daher's brainchild, focuses on providing Sharia-compliant financing solutions for SMEs, offering up to £200,000 in funding. The platform connects approved businesses with investors while ensuring all processes adhere to ethical and Sharia-compliant standards.1

The inspiration for Qardus came from Daher's experiences working in the Middle East, where he encountered financial systems operating under Islamic principles. These principles prohibit the payment and receipt of interest, which shaped the unique product offering of Qardus.1

Achievements

Under Daher's leadership, Qardus has achieved several significant milestones:

1. Obtaining FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) authorization
2. Successfully closing their first transaction
3. Financing numerous deals through their platform

Currently, Daher is focused on expanding Qardus, growing the team, and building more traction to elevate the platform to the next level.1