For many years after I came to the U.S., I had to live day-by-day because I carried a refugee document and was under government supervision and an order of deportation. This meant that on any given day I could have been uprooted, sent to jail or deported. I had no rights.
Faris Alami is an entrepreneur, advisor,Faris Alami is an entrepreneur, advisor, and global leader in entrepreneurship and small business development. He is the Founder and CEO of International Strategic Management, a Detroit based firm that helps organizations build stronger entrepreneurship ecosystems and supports entrepreneurs and small business owners from startup to growth. With experience across more than 100 countries, Faris is known for helping turn ideas into action through practical strategy, resilience, and global connections.