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Browse the articles below to view the latest news, Imran's articles and features in national and international publications.

Hakim Group team celebrating after winning Healthcare Business of the Year at an awards ceremony.

Hakim Group Named Healthcare Business of the Year

December 5, 2024

Imran Hakim inspires business leaders at Youth Zone event

December 5, 2024

Imran Hakim speaks on The Optometry Today podcast

December 5, 2024

Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024

Imran Hakim wearing ceremonial academic robes during an honorary award or graduation ceremony.

WCSM admits Imran Hakim

January 5, 2024

Portrait of Imran Hakim seated in a photography studio with a relaxed pose.

Acquisitive boss eyes global growth

November 6, 2023

Panel discussion at a Hakim Group event with speakers presenting on stage to an audience.

Business Insider Breakfast Event

Keynote Discussion at SightCare Conference

February 8, 2023

Hakim Group representatives participating in a panel discussion at an industry conference.

BBC Radio 4 Interview

February 3, 2023

Modern optical store interior with eyeglass displays and a consultation area.

How practice owners can remain resilient through turbulent times

February 1, 2023

Professional portrait of Imran Hakim in a tuxedo against a plain background.

Heavy lifting: CEO Magazine feature

Inspirational illustration of two figures helping each other climb with a motivational teamwork quote.

Helping one person might not change the world, but it could change the world for one person.

Black rectangular eyeglasses resting on a white computer keyboard.

Free guidance to independents during Covid-19 crisis

Display of prescription eyeglass frames on shelves inside an optical store.

Optical industry response to Covid-19

"Stronger Together" graphic featuring a bird silhouette formed by smaller birds in shades of purple and pink.

Second Stronger Together webinar

"Stronger Together" graphic featuring a bird silhouette formed by smaller birds in shades of purple and pink.

Supporting each other in business

Webinar promotional graphic with the word "WEBINAR" spelled out on letter tiles on a desk with office supplies.

Imran Hakim to host webinar to support independent practices

Imran Hakim accepting an award and speaking on stage at a business awards ceremony.

Building an industry-wide support network

Imran Hakim and colleagues posing with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award at the awards ceremony.

Hakim Group wins national business award

November 12, 2019

Imran Hakim speaking on stage while accepting an award at a business event.

A bigger purpose - insights into outstanding leadership

August 19, 2019

Imran Hakim speaking on stage while accepting an award at a business event.

Hakim Group win double at coveted EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards

Patient undergoing a comprehensive eye examination with an optometrist using a slit lamp microscope.

The times are changing and so must we

Imran Hakim holding a business award at the Mosaic Awards ceremony.

Envestors sold for £2.45m - The Business Desk

Imran Hakim posing in front of a "Home Grown" backdrop during a business event.

Successful Darwen entrepreneur highlights his secrets for success

Imran Hakim and colleagues posing at a business awards ceremony with an award trophy.

The Sunday Times ‘Best Company’ and 'Best Leader'

February 26, 2018

Imran Hakim receiving an award alongside fellow finalists at a formal awards ceremony.

Inspiring the next big business brains

December 29, 2014

Imran Hakim speaking during an interview in a stylish restaurant or lounge.

Finnair Interview

November 26, 2013