04/13/2026
🎉 Happy Birthday, Dr. Muhammad Faizul Islam! 🎉
From all of us at Bangla Directory, we extend our warmest wishes to one of the biggest patrons of Bangla Collective initiatives—a true pillar of our community.
Dr. Muhammad Faizul Islam’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Earning his Ph.D. in Economics from Northeastern University in 1989, he went on to serve 28 years in the U.S. federal government, contributing to the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and Homeland Security before his retirement in October 2025. Alongside his distinguished public service, he has dedicated an incredible 44 years to university teaching, shaping generations of minds.
A former International Business Reviewer for The Wall Street Journal (2004–2016) and a Fulbright Scholar, he has shared his expertise globally, including teaching Money & Banking in Ukraine. His academic contributions span refereed journals, edited volumes, and scholarly chapters. Beyond economics, he has authored impactful works such as Women and Violence in Bangladesh and several books on Islam—many of which he distributed freely to benefit the community.
Dr. Islam’s commitment goes far beyond academia. As the Founder and President of the KAIF Foundation, he has personally funded charitable initiatives for 28 years, supporting educational, cultural, humanitarian, and religious causes across the United States and Bangladesh. His dedication to community service is further reflected through his active involvement in numerous Bangladeshi-American organizations, including the Bangladesh Development Initiative.
Today, we celebrate not just his birthday, but his legacy of generosity, leadership, and lifelong service*.
💐 Please join us in wishing him a wonderful year ahead!
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