Meet Farooq - Our experienced Co-Managing Director.

With over three decades of expertise in the financial services industry, Farooq brings a wealth of knowledge to our organisation. His journey serves as evidence of his commitment, to excellence and community involvement.

Farooq's Impressive Background; With a career of 30 years in the trading rooms of the City of London, Farooq has developed his skills and knowledge to become a prominent figure in the industry. For more than 25 years of those years, he held leadership positions globally both in start-up ventures and in the restructuring of existing businesses. His remarkable talent for building multi-million-pound enterprises and overseeing diverse teams across different global offices demonstrates his exceptional leadership abilities.

A Proven Track Record; Farooq is widely recognized for his achievements in not only ensuring financial success but also ensuring strict adherence to regulations set by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) within businesses under his management. He has executive experience serving on various boards, including Executive, Credit, Risk and Compensatory Boards at some of the world's largest investment firms.

A Journey of Resilience; In 2016 Farooq faced a life-altering challenge when he fell seriously ill and required months of treatment in hospital including months of treatment in a Hyperbaric Chamber. Due to his qualifications as a Rescue Diver and personal experiences as a patient the NHS invited him to as the National Patient Representative for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Moving to Yorkshire and Starting Fresh; In 2021 Farooq and his spouse made the decision to relocate from London to Yorkshire. Together they established the Leeds office for Right at Home marking a phase in their journey of service and empathy.

Engaging with the Local Community; Farooq's dedication goes beyond his work in the boardroom. He is deeply committed to collaborating with various local charities that focus on supporting elderly and disabled communities. Farooq also plays a role as a Trustee on the board of a Leeds-based elder community charity, as well as serving as the deputy chairman for another and volunteering for numerous others.

Engaging with the International Community.

Besides volunteering for an international humanitarian charity, Farooq is on the Board of Trustees of a Wiltshire-based international search and rescue charity that responds to natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes and floods. Farooq’s most recent international response was to the devastating earthquake in Türkiye.

In Conclusion; Farooq's incredible journey exemplifies his commitment to excellence in both his professional and community endeavours. As our Co-Managing Director, he brings experience and leadership skills to Right at Home. His dedication to making an impact on the community serves as an inspiration to all of us.