Dr Mufti Yousuf Sultan is a seasoned professional in Islamic finance with over 10 years of experience in shariah advisory, consultancy, and training. He holds a CSAA from AAOIFI, a CIFE from Ethica, a PhD and MSc in Islamic Finance from INCEIF, and a Mufti degree in Islamic jurisprudence. He is also a registered Shariah adviser with the Securities Commission of Malaysia and a member of several Shariah committees.
As the Founder and CEO of Adl Advisory, a Malaysia-based firm that provides shariah advisory, consultancy, and training services, Dr Yousuf is passionate about promoting and innovating Islamic finance through technology. He also co-founded IFA Consultancy, a Bangladesh-based firm that offers Islamic finance education and consultancy. Yousuf is a recognized speaker and shariah adviser in various markets and platforms, such as AAOIFI, World Bank, Cagamas, Bangsamoro Government, and Nadil Iqtisad Kuwait.
He has published several research reports on Islamic finance, including a co-authored report on ethical finance and Islamic finance with Tan Sri Dr Zeti, former Governor of the Central Bank of Malaysia. He is a recipient of INCIEF President Award 2023 BAFF 2023 Award.