Mr. Taher is a British-born American businessman who is the managing director of AST Sportswear Inc. and sits on the boards of five other companies. Taher has been awarded and honored for his leadership role and accomplishments of keeping and creating jobs in Southern California. As an inspiring community leader, he wants everyone around him to thrive and succeed. Growing up as a teen in the Walnut/Diamond Bar area and graduating from the local Walnut High School, he aspired to become a doctor. However, he followed in his father’s footsteps and pursued a career in business. As part of his commitment to help various community efforts, he has previously served on committees with multiple non-profit organizations in Southern California such as the Islamic Institute of Orange County (IIOC). His eldest son, Talha attended IOK School and graduated from the elementary, middle, and high school programs during which he also completed the memorization of the Quran and achieved the noble recognition of becoming a Hafidh. Taher resides with his wife and kids in Yorba Linda, California.