Co-founder and Chair of The Olton Project Committee and The Board of Trustees

Hi, my name is Dan. I am the Chair of The Olton Project Committee and The Board of Trustees.  By profession, I am a psychiatrist, as well as one of the teachers at TOP Academy.

Co-founder and Vice-Chair of The Olton Project Committee and Renovations Manager

Hi, my name is Ahmed, but everyone calls me Mana. I am the Vice-Chair and co-founder of TOP. I am a full time GP, working from my practice in Balsall Heath.

Academy Manager

Hi, I’m Sally.  I’m in charge of all community and interfaith events, as well as the food bank at The Olton Project, which opened during the pandemic. I am also The Academy Manager.  If you wish to get in touch about community events, please contact info@theoltonproject.com, and I will be in touch.

Imam and Teacher

Hello, my name is Waqqas. I am the Imam at The Olton Project and a Doctor of Optometry, by profession. I have been teaching the Holy Quran to children and adults here, since 2013. I am undertaking an Alimiyyah program, based on the Maliki syllabus taught in Mauritania, and I am also a student of the 10 Qiraat of the Holy Quran. I am able to recite in Warsh and Qaloon modes of recitation. For queries about prayers at TOP, please contact info@theoltonproject.com.

Event Organiser and Teacher

Hi, my name is Suzan. At TOP, I teach adults and kids, support new Muslims and organise courses and events. I’m a pharmacist by vocation, and a mum of four.  You can contact me on: suzan@theoltonproject.com.

Treasurer and Committee member

Hello, I’m Dr. Sami. I look after the finances and sit on the committee as the wisest of the TOP trustees. An engineer and business man by profession, I have lived in Olton with my family for 45 years.

Site Manager

Hi, my name is Mazamil.  I am the site manager at The Olton Project.  I handle all building-related issues. If you want to report something for my attention, please email info@theoltonproject.com and it will be forwarded  on to me.

Event Organiser and Room Bookings

Hi, my name is Huda.  I’m a dentist by profession.  I’m in charge of room bookings and events.  Once our renovations at TOP are complete (hopefully around September 2021), you can contact me to enquire about hiring one of our rooms.  My email is: huda@theoltonproject.com.

TOP Administrator

Hello, I’m Hala, the administrator for TOP. I manage all queries, emails, and handle the various TOP community groups across social media. With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and experience as a Practice Manager, I bring strong organizational and management skills to ensure smooth operations within the TOP community.