In 2016, they started with just 20 T-shirts. No bank loans, no major investors only a mission inspired by a verse from the Quran: to build a completely interest-free, Shariah-compliant lifestyle brand for Muslims.
Today, that brand One Ummah BD has grown to 21 outlets, 250+ employees, and sells over 100,000 T-shirts every year, all while remaining fully interest-free.
From starting with only 20 T-shirts to building 21 outlets, surviving the COVID crisis, and making a 25 lakh BDT profit from a single order after Hajj Samee Salehin Khan shares experiences that could completely change the mindset of many entrepreneurs. But the journey was far from smooth.
In this episode of the 2 Cents Podcast, we sit down with One Ummah BD founder, Sami Bhai.
🚨 In this episode, you’ll learn:
▸ How they grew from just 20 T-shirts to 21 outlets
▸ How they kept the business alive during COVID even when showrooms were shut down
▸ The one decision that transformed the business after ad costs doubled due to the rising dollar rate
▸ How they made a 25 lakh BDT profit from a single order while performing Hajj
▸ Why constantly taking money out of your business prevents it from growing
▸ How to choose the perfect location for a retail outlet, and much more
If you want to build a halal business, this episode is a must watch