Building with
Barakah
A private gathering of Muslim builders, creatives, funders, and organizers.
June 20 · 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM · South Kensington, London
Not a Conference.
A Launchpad.
This is not a conference, it's a call to action. A gathering of Muslim builders, funders, creatives, and organizers aligned by a shared red thread: from individual conviction to collective action to long-term infrastructure.
Every person in this room is building something: apps, studios, funds, campaigns, tools, or mosques. Some are solo. Some are scaling. All are values-aligned.
Boycat is hosting this — not as a product showcase, but as a platform for the ecosystem. We believe gatherings like this are how movements start — by stitching the ummah back together through action.
The Red Thread
Every meaningful movement follows the same path
Individual
Builders discovering their purpose and aligning their skills with Islamic values.
Community
Connecting with like-minded creators to amplify impact and share resources.
Infrastructure
Creating the systems and platforms the ummah needs for sustainable growth.
This event brings together people at every stage of this journey, creating opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and shared growth.
Event Agenda
June 20th • Central London
Arrival & Check-In
5:30 PMGreeters, stickers, vibes, informal mingling. Set tone and ease people in.
Opening Sparks
6:15 PM3 lightning talks (10 min each) Frame the red thread: Individual → Community → Infrastructure.
Barakah Boards
6:45 PMAnswer 4 core prompts on sticky notes. Break ice with vulnerability, identify needs + offers.
Food & Prayer
7:05 PMCatered dinner and prayer break. Build comfort and pause before deeper conversations.
Builder Circles
7:45 PM2 rounds of 30-min firepit conversations (5 circles per round). Raw, topic-based discussions.
Open DMs Networking
8:45 PMFacilitated table prompts, matchmakers on floor. Space for follow-ups and new conversations.
Reply All (Closing)
9:25 PMReflections + Boycat ecosystem CTA. Anchor next steps and inspire follow-through.
END
10:00 PMLeave with barakah and momentum for what comes next.
All times are tentative and may be adjusted based on community needs.
Builder Circles
Deep-dive firepit-style roundtables led by practitioners. You will pick one to join — the rest you can observe. We will have note takers at each to capture insights for the ecosystem.
Faith x Product
Led by Kazi Abid Rahman
Key Questions:
What is one red line you will not cross in your work?
How does faith shape the way you build?
Food & Community
Led by Sakib
Key Questions:
How can food unite beyond culture?
What does an ethical food ecosystem look like?
Fundraising with Integrity
Led by Chris
Key Questions:
How do we raise funds without compromising values?
What kind of capital builds movements, not dependency?
Investing with Barakah
Led by Rehan
Key Questions:
What are signs of barakah in business?
How do we invest in people, not just returns?
Politics of Platforms
Led by Leanne
Key Questions:
Who controls the narrative — and how do we reclaim it?
What does digital sovereignty look like?
Islamic UX
Led by Peter Gould
Key Questions:
How do we design products for the soul?
What does a Muslim-first user experience actually mean?
Narratives That Win
Led by Marya Bangee
Key Questions:
How do we shape public opinion intentionally?
What is your brand real story — not just your pitch?
Building Muslim Businesses
Led by Abdullah Baig
Key Questions:
How to build a muslim business without building for muslims
What does scaling beyond your community look like?
Building in Corporate
Led by Alaa
Key Questions:
How do we stay authentic within the system?
Can we reform from inside — or must we exit?
Building the Muslim Business Infrastructure
Led by Adil
Key Questions:
What systems do we need to rely on ourselves?
What role should Boycat play in enabling that future?
Each circle is limited to 8–10 participants for meaningful conversation.
Key Speakers
Leaders, innovators, and builders guiding the conversation
Kazi Abid Rahman
CEO, Sunnah Musk
"What's one red line you won't cross in your work?"
Chris Blauvelt
CEO, LaunchGood
"How do we raise funds without compromising values?"
Rehan Ahmed
Founder, HalalStocks / Marketnode
"What are signs of barakah in business?"
Leanne Mohamad
Activist & Public Speaker
"Who controls the narrative — and how do we reclaim it?"
Peter Gould
Founder, Gould Studio
"How do we design products for the soul?"
Marya Bangee
Executive Director, Pillars Fund
"How do we shape public opinion intentionally?"
Alaa
Corporate Strategist & Builder
"How do we stay authentic within the system?"
Adil Abbuthalha
Founder, Boycat
"What systems do we need to rely on ourselves?"
Sakib
Founder, Simply Smashed
"How do we de-normalise shortcuts — and rebuild trust in Muslim food spaces?"
Abdullah Baig
Co-Founder, PAM
"How to build a muslim business without building for muslims"
Choose one circle to join. Observe the rest. Note‑takers will document everything.
🚧 More speakers coming soon…
What to Expect
We've thought through the details so you can focus on what matters: building meaningful connections
Name tag + networking stickers
Color-coded by focus area to find your people quickly
Real food + proper tea
No lukewarm coffee or sad sandwiches here
Built-in prayer breaks
Event schedule respects Islamic prayer times
High-signal networking
Quality conversations over quantity of contacts
Actionable takeaways
Leave with concrete next steps, not just inspiration
Post-event directory
Connect with attendees after the event through our platform
Most importantly...
You'll be surrounded by people who understand that building with Islamic values isn't a constraint — it's a competitive advantage.
Made Possible By
With support from organizations building the halal economy
Boycat
Ethical Business Intelligence
Helping humanity redirect capital from harmful industries toward halal alternatives.
boycat.io
Sunnamusk
British Fragrance House
Founded in 2009 by Kazi Abidur Rahman, from East London market stalls to 36 stores across 5 countries.
sunnamusk.com
Sunnah Supplements
100% Muslim-Owned Wellness
Founded in 2022 by Hamza Hanif, providing halal-certified nutrition and Sunnah-inspired health products.
sunnasupplements.com
These organizations represent different facets of the halal economy — from ethical business intelligence to fragrance and wellness — all united by the principle of building with barakah.
Building an Ethical Alternative Economy
Boycat is creating the infrastructure for a values-based economy. This event brings together the builders making it possible.
"We can't rely on systems that contradict our values. We must build our own."
Conscious Choices
Empowering individuals to make ethical purchasing decisions through transparency and education.
Every ethical economy starts with conscious consumers who refuse to compromise their values.
Collective Action
Connecting ethical businesses with conscious consumers through certification and community.
When individuals unite, they create markets that demand better business practices.
Systemic Change
Building the systems and frameworks needed for a values-based economy to thrive.
True change requires infrastructure that makes ethical business the easy choice.
The Boycat Certification Framework
Creating trust through rigorous verification of ethical business practices
Why Certification Matters
Trust: Independent verification builds consumer confidence
Standards: Clear ethical frameworks ensure consistency
Accountability: Legal compliance agreements with real consequences
What Businesses Get
Exposure: Access to 2M+ conscious consumers
Recognition: Digital and physical certification badges
Community: Network of like-minded ethical businesses
$270M+
Capital Redirected
200+
Certified Businesses
2M+
Ethical Consumers
The Future We're Building
Every attendee at this event is helping build this alternative economy. Whether you're creating apps, running businesses, or organizing communities — you're part of an infrastructure that makes ethical choices the easy choice.