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Ali Sheikhani,Urdu: علی شیخانی ; born October 15, 1986[1] originally from Karachi, Pakistan, is an entrepreneur based in Houston, Texas, with business interests spanning retail, construction, real estate, and logistics. In addition to his professional pursuits, he serves as a police officer in Texas and is recognized for his commitment to customer service and community engagement.[2]
Ali Sheikhani | |
|---|---|
علی شیخانی | |
| Constable Fort Bend County | |
| Assumed office 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Nabil Shike |
| Constituency | Precinct 3 |
| CEO of Sheikhani Group | |
| In office 2012–Present | |
| Constable Fort Bend County | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 15, 1986 Karachi, Pakistan |
| Spouse | Annum Idrees |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) | Hussain Sheikhani Shamim Bano Sheikhani (Late) |
| Alma mater | University of Houston–Downtown |
Early life and education
[edit]Mr. Sheikhani was born in Karachi, Pakistan, to a middle-class family. He moved to the US on Green card at the age of 19[3]. He holds a degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston–Downtown.
Business career
[edit]Ali Sheikhani started his career by working at a gas station. In 2012, he founded the Sheikhani Group of Companies and became its CEO[4] . The Sheikhani Group is a diversified conglomerate with operations in retail and e-commerce, food and beverage, energy and gas stations, real estate, equity investment, distribution, consumer products, and philanthropy. The group emphasizes property acquisition, development, and management, with a focus on delivering quality experiences across its retail, energy, and dining ventures. In June, 2024 he made headlines with his bold statement about buying K-Electric, Karachi’s main power supplier. Using Instagram, Sheikhani expressed his desire to purchase the company, aiming to solve the long-standing issue of load shedding in Karachi.[5]
Police career
[edit]In 2018, Ali pursued law enforcement, graduating from the police academy in 2019. He served at the Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Office before joining the Hitchcock Police Department. Balancing his business and policing careers, Ali demonstrates a unique blend of entrepreneurial and public service dedication[6]. Sheikhani ran for election of the Fort Bend County Constables to represent Precinct 3 in Texas. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024 by defeating the incumbent Nabil Shike. He assumed office on January 1, 2025.
Personal life
[edit]Ali Sheikhani is married to Annum Idrees[7], and the couple has two daughters, Alaya and Aish. While he generally maintains a private family life, he occasionally shares personal moments on social media.[8]
Awards and honors
[edit]As of May 2025, Ali Sheikhani has received several notable awards and honors recognizing his contributions to business, philanthropy, and public service. Some of them are as follow.
- Most Admired CEO of the Year (2024): Presented by the Houston Business Journal, this award recognized Sheikhani's leadership as CEO of Sheikhani Group Inc., highlighting his impact on Houston's business landscape.[9]
- Honorary Doctorate Degree (2024): Awarded by the Governor of Sindh, Pakistan, this honorary degree acknowledged Sheikhani's philanthropic efforts and contributions to community development.[10]
- JDC Family Summit Award: This award was presented to Sheikhani for his support of humanitarian initiatives, particularly in collaboration with the JDC Foundation.
References
[edit]- ^ "Who is Ali Sheikhani - Age, Wife, Net Worth, Businesses & More - TechX Pakistan". 2025-04-04. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ "Ali Sheikhani – A Successful Entrepreneur Based in Texas". Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ Junaid Akram (2022-10-14). Ali Sheikhani - Living The American Dream | Junaid Akram's Podcast#131. Retrieved 2025-05-21 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Ali Sheikhani Net Worth, Business, K Electric, Family, Bio". 2025-03-13. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ Shahid, Rida (2024-06-29). "Who is Ali Sheikhani and Why Does He Want to Buy K-Electric?". Online English News - Latest Education, Business & Trending Enews. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ "Who is Ali Sheikhani - Age, Wife, Net Worth, Businesses & More - TechX Pakistan". 2025-04-04. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ "Figure 9.5. Median net-worth by age of the household head". doi.org. doi:10.1787/888932401748. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ "Ali Sheikhani Net Worth, Business, K Electric, Family, Bio". 2025-03-13. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
- ^ www.bizjournals.com https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/c/meet-hbj-2024-most-admired-ceo-awards-honorees/27149/2024-most-admired-ceo-honoree-ali-sheikhani-of-sheikhani-group-inc.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ "Pakistani Businessman and Philanthropist Ali Sheikhani Awarded Honorary Degree by Governor of Sindh – Ali Sheikhani". Retrieved 2025-05-21.
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