We are proud Lutonians...

Having applied our skills and built networks on an international scale, we are now channeling that expertise into a local initiative. We want to create meaningful impact right here in our own community, because we have seen how powerful it can be when a community comes together.

We know there’s so much untapped potential in Luton, especially among our young people. Too often, they don’t get the opportunities or support they need to dream big, whether that’s in their careers, education, or just figuring out what’s out there. We want to change that.

Our combined experience

Ibraheem
I’ve worked in education, the civil service, engineering, and also in financial services as a technologist - at organisations such as Visa, Lloyds Banking Group and EY. I run a local business and I’ve also run global community initiatives, specifically focusing on empowering underrepresented founders to build impactful products. Now, I am looking to contribute closer to home.

The Team

Maryam
I’m a policy advisor with experience at the Bank of England, HM Treasury, and the EU and USA Treasuries. My work spans UK economic strategy and widening access programs for underrepresented students. As a Training Officer at FEMYSO, I’ve developed leaders across 30+ European organizations. For over seven years, I’ve been a radio host at Inspire FM, advocating for the Luton community.

We have gained experience and built networks while working for local, national, and international organisations.

Get to know us:

LinkedIn Profiles: Ibraheem Raja; Maryam Zaman