Waleed Jahangir / Panelist at Business Forum 2026.

CEO of the British Islamic Trade Association | Director of the Muslim Travel Show | Halal Economy Development and International Business Cooperation

Waleed Jahangir, an internationally recognized business leader and one of the most influential representatives of the British halal economy, will take part as a panelist at the Business Forum 2026, where he will contribute to the discussion on new market opportunities and the development of the global halal economy with his many years of experience in business development, international networking, and the promotion of the halal market.

With more than 25 years of experience in marketing, event organization, and mass communications — the last 15 of which he has spent actively working on the development of the global halal economy — Jahangir has built a substantial international network of business contacts and collaborations. His work has also been recognized through numerous awards for his contribution to social cohesion and the development of the business community.

As Chief Executive Officer of the British Islamic Trade Association (BITA) and Director of the Muslim Travel Show, he actively works on connecting businesses, fostering bilateral trade, and opening up new business opportunities for companies seeking access to the Muslim consumer market. Through BITA's activities, he is developing a platform for business networking and international cooperation, while the Muslim Travel Show is directed toward new opportunities in the halal tourism and travel sector.

His experience encompasses cooperation with international companies, leading brands, and institutions, as well as connecting business communities and markets around the world. A particular emphasis of his work is on economic empowerment, the development of new partnerships, and strengthening the visibility of the halal economy at the international level.

Tourism & New Market Opportunities
The third panel of the Business Forum 2026 will discuss the development of tourism, new markets, and business opportunities in the tourism and hospitality sector, including the potential of Muslim travelers and the increasingly significant role of halal tourism in the international tourism offering.

Meet Waleed Jahangir at the Business Forum 2026
Join us on 12 November 2026 at the Novotel Zagreb hotel for the Business Forum 2026 and take part in discussions that bring together business leaders and experts to exchange experiences, perspectives, and ideas.
Register for the Business Forum 2026: https://businessforum.hr/hr/registracija