4th North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF 2026)
Hosted by North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF)
- 16 – 18 October 2026
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Key facts
4th North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF 2026) is a conference held 16 – 18 October 2026 in Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, United States of America, organised by North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF).
- Dates:
- 16 – 18 October 2026
- Format:
- In person
- Venue:
- Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, United States of America
- Subjects:
- Finance & Banking, Humanities & Arts
- Official website:
- nacif.us
The 4th North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF 2026) is an international forum bringing together Islamic finance scholars, practitioners, academics, and industry leaders. Taking place from October 16 to 18, 2026, at Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, the event is hosted by Guidance College. NACIF serves as a distinctive platform to discuss innovative practices, foster global knowledge-sharing, and advance sustainable, value-based finance models that benefit society across all levels.
Conference theme
Topics
- The Social Impact of Islamic finance
- Waqf Funds and their Impact
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Socially Responsible Investments (SRI)
- Corporate Governance & Disclosure
- Sustainable Finance & ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
- Ethical Investment Strategies
- Risk Management & Financial Stability
- Financial Inclusion & Economic Justice
- Digital Transformation & Fintech in Islamic Finance
Objectives
The purpose of the North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF) is to foster the sharing of global knowledge. It is an international forum for Islamic finance scholars and practitioners to discuss and collaborate on the various innovative practices that are being used in the Islamic finance industry. Ultimately, the goal of NACIF is to facilitate sustainable finance practices that benefit society at all levels.
Who should attend
Finance Professionals & Subject Matter Experts – Bankers, CPAs, investment brokers, and wealth managers.
Academics & Researchers – Scholars focused on Islamic finance, business ethics, and sustainable economic models.
University & College Administrators – Chancellors, deans, and department chairs shaping finance and business curricula.
Program Planners & Policymakers – Leaders in public and private sectors focusing on ethical finance.
IT & Fintech Innovators – Professionals working on financial technology solutions for ethical and Islamic finance.
Students & Emerging Professionals – Those eager to explore careers in Islamic finance and responsible investment.
Organising Committee
- Dr. Muris Hadzic (Lake Forest College Liaison)
- Dr. Noor Mobeen (Honorary Advisor)
- Sr. Randa Abdullah (Operations Manager)
- Dr. (Lady) Jordan Schneider (Conference Secretary)
- Mr. Calderon (Website Manager)
Scientific Committee
- Dr. Kabir Hassan (Chair of Academic Committee)
- Dr. Abdullah Noman
- Abdul Samad
- Dr. Shariq Saddiqui
- Dr. Sanaullah Ansari
- Dr. Adam Abdullah
- Dr. Hamid Hasan
- Dr. Asad Gul
- Dr. Naimat U. Khan
- Dr. Nafith ALHersh Nazzal
- Dr. Murat Yas
- Dr. Farhat Nisar
- Dr. Aishath Muneeza
- Dr. Abu Umar Faruq Ahmad
- Dr. Shabeer Khan
- Dr. Khairunnisa Musari
- Dr. Muhammad Ashfaq
- Dr. Ozat Shamshiyev
- Dr. Imam Uddin
- Prof. Dr. Amina Hachimi
Keynote speakers
View speakersKeynote
Academic Keynote Speaker (Presenting October 17, 2026), From Profit to Service: Reimagining Islamic Finance
Keynote
Industry Keynote Speaker, Founder and President, Stearns Salaam Banking, Division of Stearns Bank, Islamic Banking and Financial Inclusion: Building Ethical Pathways to Homeownership and Economic Opportunity
Speakers
View speakersAsad ZamanKeynote
Academic Keynote Speaker (Presenting October 17, 2026), From Profit to Service: Reimagining Islamic Finance
Irshad RasheedKeynote
Industry Keynote Speaker, Founder and President, Stearns Salaam Banking, Division of Stearns Bank, Islamic Banking and Financial Inclusion: Building Ethical Pathways to Homeownership and Economic Opportunity
Organiser and contact
Host organisation
North American Conference on Islamic Finance (NACIF)Contact
- Event secretary:
- Dr. Jordan
- Email:
- [email protected]
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