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IMRAN HAKIM
Passionate about helping individuals see better, hear better and live better.
Imran Hakim is a dedicated family man, serial entrepreneur, inventor and CEO of Hakim Group.
Hakim Group is the largest network of independent opticians in the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands.

Drawing on his earliest experiences—starting a small computer equipment business with a £2,000 loan from his father—Imran has continued to break barriers and nurture pioneering ideas.
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Hakim Group

Imran’s biggest achievement is founding Hakim Group, built on the belief that independent practices deserve strong support without losing their local identity. He grew it from one store in Bolton to the UK’s fastest-growing group of independent opticians in the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands.

During COVID-19, he led the #StrongerTogether initiative, offering free webinars and resources to support independent practitioners globally—highlighting his commitment to collaboration and community-driven healthcare.

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WORK HARD & DON'T FEAR MISTAKES

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Sunday Times Best Leader
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EY Scale-Up Winner
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Start-Up Business of The Year
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IOD NW Young Director of the Year
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EY Scale-Up Winner
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3D Rendering
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UX Design
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Webflow
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App design
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Start-Up Business of The Year
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IOD NW Young Director of the Year
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Sunday Times Best Leader
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EY Scale-Up Winner
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No. 1 Best Leader in the UK
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3D Design
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No-code development
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Web design
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Creative thinking
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Workshops
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