1. Muslim Professional Association Presentation to Advisory Council September 22, 2010

2. Muslim Professional Association Working Together to Serve Islam They believe in God and the Last Day, and enjoin the doing of what is right and forbid the doing of what is wrong, and vie with one another in doing good works: and these are among the righteous. Ale-Imran:114

3. Muslim Professional Association Muslim Professional Association is a Texas non- profit organization serving the Greater Houston Area community. Mission Statement Muslim Professional Association (MPA) is a platform that is dedicated to serving Islam by connecting Muslim professionals together. MPA Overview

4. Muslim Professional Association MPA is a Platform to Connect The Muslim Community Together A “platform” is a system that can be tailored and customized by its users and therefore adapt to countless needs and niches.

5. While There Are Many Ideas … networking, interfaith, outreach activities, education, events, sharing ideas, recognizing achievements/success stories, fostering talents, business / employment opportunities

6. Muslim Professional Association... MPA Platform Can Help Organize & Prioritize MPA Idea Factory Feedback VolunteersMoney Finalize Organizational Structure Networking Platform Professional Development Self Improvement Socializing Develop Effective & Relevant Networking Meetings (6-8/yr) Develop a Work Flow to Identify, Nurture & Execute the Best Ideas ADVISORY COUNCIL RESPONSIBILITIES

7. Muslim Professional Association AC Will Be Responsible for Content & Format of Networking Meeting a a Awareness - Local, National, Community News & Event u u MPA Update & New Business - reports, suggestions p p Professional Development - e.g Time Management, Leadership Skills, People Management, Effective Online Marketing i i Self Improvement - e.g. Lessons from the Lives of the Prophets, Wisdom from Nahjul Balagha o o Opportunities - Business, Employment, etc. a a Call for action - Support approved ideas from Idea Factory s s Socializing - New members introduction, networking c c Community Spotlight - focusing on effective & innovative community service programs e.g. JIFL (interest-free loans) Networking Platform

8. Muslim Professional Association Networking Meeting Calendar 6-8 Events each Year 1 – 2 Hours Per Event Potential Dates Nov 10, 2010 Feb 23, 2011 March 30, 2011 May 11, 2011 August 10, 2011 (Iftar) September 14, 2011 October 26, 2011 Networking Platform

9. Muslim Professional Association How the Idea Factory Works Develop a Work Flow to Identify, Nurture & Execute the Best Ideas Idea Factory

10. Muslim Professional Association A Member Comes Up With A Creative Idea! Great idea! Idea Factory

11. Muslim Professional Association Member Drafts the Proposal to be Submitted for Advisory Council Review Perfect! Idea Factory

12. Muslim Professional Association AC Representative Verifies That Proposal Meets Submission Requirements Idea Factory

13. Muslim Professional Association Advisory Council Reviews the Proposal via an Email Idea Factory

14. Muslim Professional Association Advisory Council Votes on Proposal and Approves it Congrats! Idea Factory

15. Muslim Professional Association Advisory Council Works With Member to Further Develop Idea Determine resource requirement – e.g. professional skills, volunteers, funding, outside relationships etc. Idea Factory

16. Muslim Professional Association MPA Email Idea to Entire Membership for Support Members who like the idea would step up to help based on professional skills and some may fund. Idea Factory

17. Muslim Professional Association Define Core Values of MPA Roles and Responsibilities (Advisory Council, Coordinators, Members) Membership structure & value Election Rules and Regulations Governance Strategic Planning MPA Basics Finalize Organizational Structure

18. Muslim Professional Association MPA Governances Coordinators’ Role Elected every 3 years according to its By-laws. Responsible for identifying vision, mission, and values, setting strategic direction and monitoring progress toward goal attainment in accordance with the strategic plan Advisory Council Role Elected every year according to its By-laws. Responsible for representing the views of the member base and incorporating that into the programs, events & activities of the organization. Finalize Organizational Structure

19. Muslim Professional Association Advisory Council Role Short Term 1.Help finalize the details of MPA policies & procedures 2.Advocate on behalf of MPA to broader Muslim community 3.Develop programs & events that address the needs of the Muslim community Long Term 1.Conduct the business of MPA 2.Represent the views of the member base 3.Selectively add focus areas and geographic areas to MPA’s activities Finalize Organizational Structure

20. Muslim Professional Association Conclusion We hope that you will get involved with us in serving Islam by connecting Muslims together. O you who have faith! If you help Allah, He will help you and make your feet steady. Sura 47:7

21. Muslim Professional Association Q&A / Feedback / Ideas

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24. Muslim Professional Association MPA Community Paid Members Active Members Advisory Council Coordinators Preliminary structure envisions annual elections for advisory council and elections every three years for Coordinators. Details will be refined by a workgroup comprised of Coordinators and Advisory Council members