Faizan M. Haq is a prominent community leader, respected educator, innovative businessman and successful entrepreneur. He has been teaching Buffalo State University recognized public scholar, teaching at Buffalo State University for over 21 years and has also taught at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo for over 20 years. He is a powerful motivational speaker and a public scholar who brings a combined 32 years of experience as a business executive, successful entrepreneur and 30 years as a university professor.    Since 2004, Faizan has served as a Lecturer in the Department of Communication at Buffalo State University, where he teaches courses on Intercultural Communication, Organizational Communication, and International Communication. Over the years, he has also taught a variety of courses such as Islamic Cultural History, USA and the Muslim World, Islam and Democracy and Media Analysis, American Lives and Environment, and US in the World at the university for over 2 years. He is currently engaged in researching and developing short courses on topics such as International Communication, Intercultural Challenges in a Digitally Connected World, Muslim Perception in the Media, Contemporary Middle Eastern Affairs, and U.S. and Muslim World Relations.

He has delivered presentations as part of the Great Decisions series of the International Institute on topics such as the Arab Spring, Pakistan at a Crossroads, Islam and Women, Muslim Cultural Identity, and, more recently, Iran at Crossroads. He is also a celebrated speaker at University Express, an Erie County programs for educating adults on various topics on international, and national matters. His presentations can be seen at the following link that may include topics such as: The Future of the Saudi Family and Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Saudi Arabia, The Rohingya Crisis in Burma, The Sunni-Shia Divide: Sectarian Conflict or Power Struggle, Diversity in Islamic Schools of Thought, Saudi Arabia and Iran: The Middle East Cold War, Iraq in Fragments, Islam and Democracy, Uneasy Neighbors: Pakistan and India, Engaging Community: Social Justice and Religious Faiths, Afghanistan and Pakistan, Future of America as a World Power and The Future of Technology and Humanity. His work reflects a deep commitment to fostering understanding of global and cultural issues.

Faizan M. Haq holds distinguished academic qualifications, including a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies with concentration in Intercultural Studies from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo and a Master’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Buffalo State University focusing on Public Relations Communication (Strategies) and Information Technology. His graduate work and research at University of Buffalo was on Informationalism and Informanism, the terms he contributed to pioneering and defining their scope. 

 

In addition to his expertise in Islamic studies, at SUNY Buffalo, Mr. Haq has played a pivotal role in student and community engagement, serving as the Faculty Advisor for the Muslim Student Association (2002 to 2016) and the Pakistani Student Association (2001 to 2016) now he serves as an additional advisory. He has also been a Member of the Committee for Understanding Community, Peace, and Diversity (2001 to 2007) at Buffalo State University and served as the Coordinator of the South Asian Human Rights Awareness Conference (1997 to 1998) at Suny at Buffalo. 

Beyond academia, Faizan has been an instrumental figure in fostering dialogue, and exchange between the United States and Pakistan. His efforts have promoted prosperity, scholarly discourse, and empowerment within the Pakistani American community. He has served on numerous prestigious boards, associations, committees, and councils aimed at building bridges between the two countries. 

 

Faizan’s professional affiliations include membership in the Association of Diplomatic Studies and Training (ADST) and lifetime membership in the Asian Studies Association. He currently serves as Chair of the Advisory Council of the American Pakistani Public Affairs Committee (APPAC) and in the past he has served in the Executive Board Member of the New York Conference on Asian Studies (NYCAS). He was a Founding Member of the Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy (CSID) and has held leadership roles such as Co-founder and President of the Pakistani American Research and Information Center (PARIC), Secretary (2001-2003) and Vice President (2003-2005) of the Association of Muslim Social Scientists (AMSS), and Secretary General (2003-2005, 2005-2007) of the Pakistani American Congress (PAC). He also served as Secretary General, Vice President and later as President of the Pakistani American Association of Western New York (2003-2007) and as a Member of the Board of Governors for the Network of Religious Communities (NRC) of Western New York.

Faizan has frequently appeared in major media outlets to discuss his work in the United States and Pakistan. His appearances include the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS), National Broadcasting Company (NBC), Voice of America radio broadcaster, Spectrum News, ARY News, Geo Television Network, and TV One Pakistan, among others.  

Faizan is a passionate cultural awareness and integration advocate. He has been a commentary panelist for Voice of America Urdu since 2012, the largest U.S. international broadcaster producing content for audiences in Pakistan. His speaking engagements include the  Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) Conventions, the University at Buffalo, Cornell University (Ithaca), George Mason University (DC), Georgetown University (DC), American University (DC), Temple University (Philadelphia), East West University (Chicago), Hilbert College, Baptist Manor, and Orchard Park Weinberg Campus, and other academic and social venues.

Faizan Haq is the Co-founder and Publisher of WNYMuslims.org, a non-profit organization that empowers Muslim and non-Muslim community members by promoting awareness, diversity, and service through local events, podcasts, and more. He is the Co - founder of Olive Tree Family Services, a family advocacy organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life's challenges. 

Recently, Faizan Haq is recognized as one of the Power 100 Business Leaders of Color in 2024, acknowledged for his leadership as CEO of Manage Your Business and his development expertise. His contributions in the business sectors have earned him a place among the most influential leaders in Western New York.

Faizan Haq has been serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Edinfocom Group of Companies for more than 20 years. The Edinfocom Group is a multifaceted holding company that is committed to addressing the challenges faced by today’s organizations and institutions. The company engages stakeholders through education, information, and communication. 

Expanding from education, information, and communication services, the Edinfocom Group offers a diverse array of services to clients through its subsidiaries and affiliates. These include: 

• Manage Your Business, LLC (providing accounting, HR, IT, App & web development, and general management services)

• Easy Med Management Services, LLC (specializing in medical billing, credentialing staffing and general medical practice management services)

• Sun Spin Media, LLC (offering media, branding, marketing, and printing services)

• Your Bliss Magazine (a wellness lifestyle magazine)

• Primo Management Services Organization (Primo MSO brings together diverse aspects of logistics and support services for its member organizations in health care and related businesses empowering them to be successful at what they do best.)

• Apna Dera & Mister Dee's: Faizan Haq has also invested in community-focused ventures aimed at creating opportunities for low-skill workers, single parents, and female-led households. A highly successful and entrepreneurial project that is one of the highly rated restaurants in Buffalo, New York.

He is also the conscientious and strategic real estate developer behind Hawk Development, LLC, a company that has made significant contributions to the real estate sector by promoting inclusivity and diversity. Through Hawk Development, he has undertaken substantial projects that reflect his commitment to creating spaces that foster community building and inclusive residential environment.

The workforce of Faizan’s companies includes over 100 employees and numerous independent contractors. 

As CEO, Mr. Haq has been at the forefront of the organization’s operations for over two decades. He has led the development and implementation of all sales and operational strategies, established and executed the business development goals and objectives of the Group, directed and overseen the Group’s financial position and budget, overseen recruitment, negotiated and approved agreements, and focused on improving performance, policies, and programs. Additionally, he has overseen the budget and operations of all services within the Group. 

 

Faizan's entrepreneurial status across a broad range of industries has led him to participate as a motivational speaker and connect with some of the most brilliant minds across diverse fields in the United States and abroad. 

 

Faizan Haq has leaned towards entrepreneurship and bold community initiative from the beginning. His philosophy is to empower and enable the weaker society actors with skills of self-actualization. His Edinfocom Corp’s motto is, “strategizing your potential.”  All of the affiliated companies established are dedicated to improve, equip and deliver empowering infrastructure and enabling logistics to anyone, from an individual to a business, to be successful at what they do. From real estate ventures, facility management to medical practices, there are numerous success stories that underscore his ability to lead projects to profitability and success.  

 

Before leading Edinfocom, he gained early business experience as the owner of Faizan Professional Services from 1996 to 2004. This sole-proprietor setup provided services in public relations, instructional technology, organizational behavior, and administration. 

 

His background is diverse. From freshman year to his advanced graduate work, he held leadership positions at work, initiated staff improvement programs and training, and served the community at large that according to him, “Prepared me for the future.”  

 

As a student leader, he served as a board member and President of Faculty Student Association (FSA), Director of International Council, and member of Student Assembly and ran for Student Senate. He is also the founder of Pakistan Student Association at UB.  

 

This extensive experience has provided Faizan Haq with the opportunity to network and collaborate directly with distinguished entrepreneurs, visionary executives, cutting edge thought leaders, creative academicians and impactful professors, and subject matter experts in various industries, including social sciences, technology, medicine, real estate, banking, and finance. Faizan Haq is frequently invited to organize and lead national retreats for various communities,  organizations, leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals.