Faris Alami فَارِس ألعَلَمِي
Troy, Michigan, United States
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This evening, I had the pleasure of attending the NetworkHER Event - Unleash Your Brand, hosted by the incredible Lauryn Bodde from the Innovation &…
This evening, I had the pleasure of attending the NetworkHER Event - Unleash Your Brand, hosted by the incredible Lauryn Bodde from the Innovation &…
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The Finjan Show is a weekly #podcast where entrepreneurs discuss their journeys, successes, failures, and myths about being a business owner they’d…
The Finjan Show is a weekly #podcast where entrepreneurs discuss their journeys, successes, failures, and myths about being a business owner they’d…
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Experience
Education
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University of Michigan-Dearborn
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Activities and Societies: Areas of Focus: Global Cultures, Leadership & Communication in Organizations and Business Management
Started as an Electrical and Computer Engineering and transfered to Liberal Arts and Science.
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Also studied pre-engineering classes
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Activities and Societies: Leadership
Leadership
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Studied Business Management- some courses completed.
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Some courses completed.
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Studied Electrical Engineering- some courses completed.
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Activities and Societies: Some courses completed.
Studied English and Pre Engineering.
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Licenses & Certifications
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Leadership Oakland Class 20
Leadership Oakland
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Diversity Business Leaders
http://www.corpmagazine.com/management/diversity/itemid/177/diversity-continues-to-grow-in-stature
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Pure Beauty Management Standards of Excellence Award
Pure Beauty
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Macy’s Area Manager of the Month Award
Macy's/ Robinson's May
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Macy’s Dimensional Management Award for improving results through people
Macy's/ Robinson's may
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Outstanding Management Achievement Award 1995-2000
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Outstanding Loyalty and Dedication Achievement Award 1994-1998
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Volunteer Experience
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Member Board of Directors- Executive Committee
Global Ties Detroit
- Present 9 years 4 months
Education
Work with the Board and executive team to support the GlobalTies Mission connecting the world emerging leaders to Detroit. Ranged from Board Member to treasure and chairman.
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Business Mentor
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
- 12 years 6 months
Education
Serve as a continuous intermediate between the early stage company founding team and the UM team in order to encourage and monitor the collaborative interaction between the two groups.
Stimulates the provision of information from the company and other sources for use by both the founding team and the student team in preparing the company to seek funding.
The goal of the class is to prep technologies companies with investor slides, and business plan and pitch investors. -
NSF I-Corps Mentor
National Science Foundation (NSF)
- 6 years
Science and Technology
1. Guiding a university technology team (including a professor with IP and a Ph,D. candidate) forward
2. Helping them interpret customer comments
3. Assisting the team in contacting relevant people, and keeping the team honest about what they are hearing from the marketplace. -
Board Member and Volunteer
IVC Detroit
- 9 years 6 months
Arts and Culture
The International Visitors Council of Metropolitan Detroit (IVC Detroit) is a nonprofit organization that administers international exchange programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and other organizations who have an interest in promoting international relations.
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Advisory Board
Northwood University
- 4 years 10 months
Education
Serve as an advisor in the International Business Advisory Committee:
Provide suggestions and insights to the committee on the topic of International Business
Advise on the the use of technology, interactive learning, and Study Abroad programs
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International Advisory Board
Madonna University
- 3 years
Education
Served as an advisor to the International program.
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Chairman of Profession in Transition Committee
Automation Alley
- 2 years
Economic Empowerment
Chairman of Profession in Transition Committee, where we worked with manufactures to help them diversify their customer base. We hosted several events a year and worked with local economic development agencies to maximize the impact.
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Advisory Council Member
Automation Alley
- Present 14 years 9 months
Economic Empowerment
Support Automation Alley International Center.
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Advisory Council Member
The George Washington University
- Present 2 years 10 months
Education
GWU Digital Marketing Advisory Council
Serving as a member of the Advisory Council for George Washington University's Digital Marketing Program.
Publications
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Power of seven in marketing
International
Power for selfish in relationships with potential customers, and moving away from my sales approach to relationship building approach. In this book, I share my 30+ years of experience in building relationships, establishing great connections with partners and customers to make local impact.
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Start where you are
International
My personal journey, and the resilient campus description start where you are leverage, which already have already have anything or something or nothing you can start where you are now.
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The Power of 7 in Marketing
Faris Alami
The Power of 7 in Marketing: Getting Your Customers Engaged. Entrepreneurs know all too well about the ever-changing world of marketing and engaging your target audience. Faris’ new book simplifies and streamlines the process of finding and keeping your clients engaged with your products and services.
This long-awaited book, based on Faris’ extensive global knowledge and experience in entrepreneurship and building businesses, makes his insight invaluable. Neil Sheridan, Executive…The Power of 7 in Marketing: Getting Your Customers Engaged. Entrepreneurs know all too well about the ever-changing world of marketing and engaging your target audience. Faris’ new book simplifies and streamlines the process of finding and keeping your clients engaged with your products and services.
This long-awaited book, based on Faris’ extensive global knowledge and experience in entrepreneurship and building businesses, makes his insight invaluable. Neil Sheridan, Executive Director of Michigan Townships Association, says, “He is a leader and a visionary. Not only does he understand the complex dynamics of business, he also understands the complex dynamics of people, the most important ingredient in the process.”
Faris Alami built his first successful business at age 18 and never looked back. Over the years of developing his own business and helping hundreds of others do the same, a pattern emerged and a vision was created. The Power of 7 is the culmination of the many individuals and businesses that have been impacted by Faris’s insights.
“This book is designed to help you and your business understand the fundamental strategies of branding, advertising, and distribution to create a successful and profitable venture,” Faris says. “I am so excited to share this with the world.” -
Power of 7 in Relationship Marketing
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Step-By-Step Manual Reading Book
Fill-In-The-Blank Workbook
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DO YOU KNOW THE TRUE VALUE OF INTERNS?
TechTown
Ultimately, it’s a Win-Win-Win-Win (WIN4) proposition: DO YOU KNOW THE TRUE VALUE OF INTERNS?
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MENTOR, COACH OR CONSULTANT: DO YOU KNOW WHO TO CHOOSE?
TechTown
MENTOR, COACH OR CONSULTANT: DO YOU KNOW WHO TO CHOOSE?
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Quitting your job? Do it the right way
The Michigan Journal
People quit their jobs for a variety of reasons - hopes of better pay, a shorter commute or greater opportunities for growth - but no matter what your reason, it is wise to exit gracefully.
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Changing demographics bring issues and opportunities
http://blog.mlive.com/
A survey published in June by the University of Michigan found that the state's economy was diversifying. In Oakland County, that diversification is more than economic - it's also ethnic.
Population data released by the U.S. Census Bureau paints a picture of an increasingly diverse Oakland County. Between 2000 and 2006, the county's white population dropped by about 3 percent. -
Entrepreneurs find hope despite state's low business rankings
mLive.com
hoto by Heather RousseauFaris Alami started Integration Systems Management in January.
Alami started Integration Systems Management Inc. of Troy in January, helping small- to mid-sized businesses manage marketing, sales and recruitment efforts.
"I believe that Michigan is on the verge of becoming an entrepreneurial state," Alami says. "We have some ways to go - but with our wealth of great talent, what we really need is a change of attitude at the state and local levels."
Patents
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Resilient Canvas
Issued US patent copyrights
Resilient entrepreneur program and canvas, including a workbook.
Courses
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Commercialization and Entrepreneurship
Fin 629
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Resilient entrepreneur course
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Projects
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SBA Thrive Program
The SBA’s Office of Entrepreneurial Development is on a mission to transform our learning ecosystem to be timelier, more relevant, and meet small businesses where they are right now.
T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined provides entrepreneurship education and training for executives of small, poised-for-growth companies.
This intensive executive entrepreneurship series offers opportunities for small business owners to work with professional coaches and mentors, gain skills needed…The SBA’s Office of Entrepreneurial Development is on a mission to transform our learning ecosystem to be timelier, more relevant, and meet small businesses where they are right now.
T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined provides entrepreneurship education and training for executives of small, poised-for-growth companies.
This intensive executive entrepreneurship series offers opportunities for small business owners to work with professional coaches and mentors, gain skills needed to grow, and develop connections with peers, local leaders, and the financial community.
Since its inception as E-200 in 2008, SBA’s Emerging Leaders has trained over 5,000 small business owners, creating over 11,000 jobs, generating nearly $1 billion in new financing, and securing over $4 billion in government contracts.
T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined continues the success of SBA’s executive-level training to small businesses and has expanded its reach in 2022 to include 68 locations to assist high-potential growing entrepreneurs nationwide. -
National Cohort-Goldman Sachs 10000 Small Business Program-Boston
The National Cohort is delivered directly through Babson College, the curriculum designer for all 10,000 Small Businesses sites and the educational institution consistently ranked #1 in Entrepreneurial Education by US News & World Report. This Babson program connects small business owners with a nationally-sourced class of peers for 12 weeks of practical business education.
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Global Trade Mission- Washtenaw Community College
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Each year high school students in southeast Michigan engage in an intensive, three-day, hands-on virtual learning experience that simulates an entrepreneurial and business international trade mission.
Through this extraordinary opportunity, awareness is created around exciting careers in entrepreneurial and international business in high-tech industries; many in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. Watch this clip to see how it works.
The program is…Each year high school students in southeast Michigan engage in an intensive, three-day, hands-on virtual learning experience that simulates an entrepreneurial and business international trade mission.
Through this extraordinary opportunity, awareness is created around exciting careers in entrepreneurial and international business in high-tech industries; many in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. Watch this clip to see how it works.
The program is designed to immerse students in an authentic business and entrepreneurial experience that reflects the processes of companies engaged in global and diverse trade. At the event, approximately 150 students from high schools area work in cross-district teams to respond to trade challenges developed in collaboration with area companies and highlighting emerging industry sectors in Southeast Michigan.Other creatorsSee project -
Global Trade Mission- Oakland Schools
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Each year students engage in an intensive, three-day, hands-on virtual learning experience that simulates an entrepreneurial and business international trade mission. Through this extraordinary opportunity, awareness is created around exciting international careers in high-tech industries; many in the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.
Since 1998, Oakland Schools Global Trade Mission (GTM) has provided more than 2,800 high-school students with the skills and knowledge…Each year students engage in an intensive, three-day, hands-on virtual learning experience that simulates an entrepreneurial and business international trade mission. Through this extraordinary opportunity, awareness is created around exciting international careers in high-tech industries; many in the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.
Since 1998, Oakland Schools Global Trade Mission (GTM) has provided more than 2,800 high-school students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world economy. GTM includes:
Cleantech and Renewable Energy
Defense and Homeland Security
IT (Information Technology) & Cyber Security
Life Sciences and Medical Devices
Robotics and Automation
With collaboration from business, education, and government, working in cross-functional and cross-district teams of four (with dedicated business experts and coaches to guide them along the way), students are presented with a real-world case study on how to best market and sell a U.S. company’s product, service, or technology overseas based on the opportunities, challenges and unique characteristics of doing business in a particular country. This year’s GTM will focus on the following 5 regions with high projected demand for the technologies noted above: Africa, Asia, Australia/North America, Europe, and Latin America. Click here to watch a few minutes overview video about the event.Other creatorsSee project -
Leading and Managing Multi Generations and Multi Culture Workplace
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Delivered this workshop/ training to engineers, mangers and leaders from over 30 counties.
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World Bank
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- Entrepreneurship, Small and Medium Business Development
- Finance, Competitiveness, and Innovation Global Practice (FCI)
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Managed a portfolio of 50+ companies
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As an Entrepreneurial Partner and Business Coach:
- Support local companies (both startup and existing companies)
- Business and technology strategy planning and execution
- Entrepreneurial training
- Evaluate progress of companies and make recommendation
- Develop and execute funding
- Succeeded in connecting start-up entrepreneurs with over $2 million in angel, regional, state and federal funding sources.
- Identify, manage and mentor/champion company’s milestones
-…As an Entrepreneurial Partner and Business Coach:
- Support local companies (both startup and existing companies)
- Business and technology strategy planning and execution
- Entrepreneurial training
- Evaluate progress of companies and make recommendation
- Develop and execute funding
- Succeeded in connecting start-up entrepreneurs with over $2 million in angel, regional, state and federal funding sources.
- Identify, manage and mentor/champion company’s milestones
- Consulted entrepreneurs on their start-up ventures; red-lined more than 40 business plans clarifying entrepreneur business models
- Executed entrepreneur education programs including Kauffman Foundation FastTrac program, a formal, hands-on learning process to help entrepreneurs hone skills needed to create, manage and grow successful businesses.Other creatorsSee project -
Software and web application development
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Award wining design and application. We worked with the client and managed people in multi international locations to ensure excellence.
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Author and keynote speaker
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Keynote Speaking Expertise: A Journey of Resilience, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
As a globally recognized keynote speaker, I share a powerful narrative that encompasses a personal journey from being a refugee and facing homelessness in the midst of war to emerging as a beacon of resilience and entrepreneurship in a new country. My talks resonate on a global stage, shedding light on the transformative power of leadership, entrepreneurship, and small business…Keynote Speaking Expertise: A Journey of Resilience, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
As a globally recognized keynote speaker, I share a powerful narrative that encompasses a personal journey from being a refugee and facing homelessness in the midst of war to emerging as a beacon of resilience and entrepreneurship in a new country. My talks resonate on a global stage, shedding light on the transformative power of leadership, entrepreneurship, and small business development.
Keynote Topics:
Resilient Leadership:
Drawing from personal experiences, I delve into the principles of resilient leadership, emphasizing adaptability, perseverance, and the ability to navigate challenges.
Entrepreneurial Journey:
I share insights and lessons learned from my entrepreneurial journey, offering practical advice on building and scaling businesses, overcoming obstacles, and achieving sustainable success.
Entrepreneurship / Leadership Resilient Canvas
Small Business Development Programs
From Startups to Scale-ups
The Power of 7 In relationships
Start where you are
and much more
I advocate for inclusive economic development, focusing on strategies to uplift underrepresented communities, fostering diversity, and bridging gaps in entrepreneurial opportunities.
Audience Impact:
My presentations aim to inspire, educate, and empower audiences worldwide. Whether sharing personal stories of triumph or providing actionable insights for leadership and entrepreneurship, my keynotes are tailored to resonate with diverse audiences, fostering a sense of empowerment and encouraging positive change.
Engagement Opportunities:
I welcome opportunities to engage with diverse audiences, including conferences, workshops, and collaborative initiatives. My goal is to contribute to the global dialogue on leadership, entrepreneurship, and economic development, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
Honors & Awards
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Cover of the Diversity Professional Magazine
https://www.linkedin.com/company/diversity-professional/
Faris Alami highlighted the story on the cover of the magazine.
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Leader of Leaders Award
Leadership Oakland
Leader of Leaders Award
The Leader of Leaders Awards are intended to identify outstanding Alumni Association members with impressive achievements personally, professionally, and/or in their public lives. Three winners are chosen each year because of their exemplary leadership contributions specifically to this region. -
Diversity Business Leader Award by Corp! Magazine
Corp! Magazine
Diversity Business Leader Award Winner of 2008! Corp Magazine
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Automation Alley Member of the Year Finalist
Automation Alley
Finalist for Automation Alley Member of the year.
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Macy’s Area Manager of the Month Award
Macy's
14 months winner of Area Manager award on more than 10 categories, from employees retention to sales to security
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Outstanding Loyalty and Dedication Achievement Award
Pacific International
Outstanding Loyalty and Dedication Achievement Award for 4 years!
Languages
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Arabic
Native or bilingual proficiency
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
Organizations
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International Visitors Council of Metropolitan Detroit (IVC Detroit)
Board Member
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Board of Directors member for a nonprofit organization that administers international exchange programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and other organizations who have an interest in promoting international relations. Work with other Board members on International Visitors activities, supporting the organization and the activities that we have. Attracting International Leaders from around the world to visit and connect with Michigan.
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University of Michigan
Business Mentor
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Automation Alley
Advisory Board
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Automation Alley
Chairman of the Become the Employer of Choice committee
-Directed, planed and implemented with a team the "Become the Employer of Choice" event, assisting local business understand how to attract and retain top talent by helping them understand the concept, then showcasing some local success stories and finally tooling them with resources and ideas that can be implemented immediately
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Automation Alley
Member
Automation Alley, Michigan's largest technology business association, drives growth in Southeast Michigan's economy. Automation Alley is a non-profit organization that drives growth and economic development through a collaborative culture that focuses on workforce and business development initiatives. Automation Alley attracts the creators and consumers of diverse technologies from a variety of industries around the world.
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Oakland County Employment Diversity Council
Treasure Board Member
OCEDC is serving the entire Southeastern Michigan region by helping employers understand how to embrace and utilize the talents of a multicultural workforce. Government, academic, non-profit, and private sector companies are learning how to blend employees from different ethnic, generational, religious, gender, and other cultures into a cohesive team focused on mutual success. Part of the executive board members. Oversaw the books of the organization and helped save 80% of fees.
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