Who We Are

OUR WORK

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We are passionate about providing the best of our skills and experience to you. It is easy to do for someone who has walked the talk. As storytellers, we have spent countless hours learning and perfecting the exact same trajectory that we accompany you on.

At Stralent, we understand you, your goals, your motivations; but also your fears and your concerns. We have been product designers, marketeers and entrepreneurs. But more importantly, we are parents, co-workers, partners and friends. Therefore, we are the same as you. And that makes us different from everyone else.

MAJID KAZMI

Chief Executive Officer

Majid Kazmi is an award-winning entrepreneur and marketeer. He is a Canadian writer with experience in several genres from non-fiction to screenplays. He previously wrote for The Huffington Post and is the author of the bestselling book, The First Dancer. For his contribution to the field of Marketing, he was honoured as 40 over forty in 2021. Having served on the board of directors of many Canadian non-profit organizations, he is well known as a diversity and inclusion thought leader in Canada and beyond. Before switching to entrepreneurship, Kazmi worked in the financial services sector for more than two decades with focus on Product Strategy and Marketing.

FAHIM HAMID ALI

VP, Creative Direction

Fahim is a gifted filmmaker and artist whose passion for all things Canadian has earned him a well-deserved reputation as a leading creative voice within the country. With an impressive portfolio of critically acclaimed works, including Maple Morning, Magical Milton, and Steadfast, Fahim’s artistry captures the heart and soul of life in Canada like few others can. Drawing on his illustrious three-decade career as a painter and calligraphy artist, Fahim’s unique approach to filmmaking reflects his deep artistic sensibility and passion for visual storytelling. He has showcased his work at prestigious exhibitions and shows around the world, including at the Vatican, Paris, and London, and today stands as one of the most prominent South Asian filmmakers working in Canada.

SHEILA WALSH

VP, Media and Public Relations

Sheila Walsh is an accomplished voice-over artist and broadcaster/podcaster whose work has been heard worldwide. She was the first female public service and promotional announcer in Major League Baseball, working with the Toronto Blue Jays. Sheila has worked for Toronto radio stations CHUM FM, CHFI, and Newstalk 1010 as a host, news anchor, and entertainment reporter. She has interviewed many celebrities, including Sylvester Stallone, Sandra Oh, Olivia Newton-John, and Martin Short. Sheila has hosted numerous TV programs, including entertainment, lifestyle, travel/leisure, and medical shows that aired across Canada. She holds an MA in Creative Media Practice and was a former professor of journalism, podcasting, and radio at Humber College, where she became the first female Program Coordinator of the Radio Broadcasting Course.

JOHN CHALLINOR III

VP, Technical Services

John has spent over 15 years learning about music production, composing, documentary filmmaking and many of the technical roles involved in the film industry. He is fluent in sound design and audio mixing as well as filming and editing. Now, after collaborating with many songwriters and producers such as; The Weeknd and Nipsey Hussle as an Audio Engineer and creating multiple feature documentary films with small teams, John is focusing on bringing all his knowledge to create music with futuristic production and a timeless feel. He has the ability to create atmospheres for film focusing on ways to make the viewer feel what is being portrayed visually.

ALI UMAIR

VP, Film & Video Projects

Ali is an accomplished documentary filmmaker and educator who has devoted his career to tackling some of the world’s most pressing social issues. With over a decade of experience, Ali has worked with top brands and organizations like UNDP, Coca Cola, and GIZ to create inspiring films and TV commercials that drive social change and progress. His passion for non-fiction filmmaking has led him to teach at various prestigious institutions, where he has shared his expertise with the next generation of filmmakers. Today, Ali continues to lead at the forefront of film, tech, and international development, using his talents to make a meaningful impact on the world.

SYED MUNIR

VP, Business Development

Syed Munir is an experienced business executive, with a focus on general management and strategy. He has worked for prominent organizations such as American Express and ANZ Group, where he gained experience in sales and marketing. Syed has also held executive positions in top-tier real estate firms, where he oversaw acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing, and developed and implemented strategic plans for growth and profitability. Currently, he heads up all new client acquisition initiatives and the real estate portfolio of Stralent, where he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills.

TAHA ZAIDI

VP, Advertising

Creative professional with over 10 years of experience in all facets of content creation, ad campaign management and film production, Zaidi has produced and worked on several short films for major international film festivals. He has been fascinated by the visual arts since an early age; particularly by the way film has the potential to impact cultures, societies, and individual lives. He believes that even though mass media covers most aspect of our society, there are still stories that remain untold, topics that remain uncovered and perspectives that remain undiscovered. As a young artist, he is driven by the science behind art, rather than being persuaded by popular opinions and it is through film that he aims to express the simple but unique ideas in his mind.

SYED AHTSHAM BOKHARI

VP, Client Relations

Syed Ahtsham Bokhari is a skilled professional with a Masters in Information Technology and extensive experience in large-scale technology project management. He is passionate about client experience management, with a track record of delivering exceptional customer journeys. Ahtsham has also excelled in sales and marketing and has a strong interest in real estate investment. He brings a unique perspective to his role as VP, leveraging his diverse background to provide innovative solutions and create value for clients.

THE DESISIVE EDGE

With a strong background in business strategy, we are quick to wrap our heads around the business problem you seek to address or the opportunity you want to realize. This gives us an edge in terms of being solution oriented and focusing on generating returns in the short and long terms.

Our goal is to build authentic brands that bring out your unique identity and value proposition. As passionate community builders, we believe in creating success stories for everyone. Our mission is to inspire individuals, organizations and communities to create positive change. We believe that nurturing courageous leadership is the best way to bring about sustainable change in societies.

SEE OUR WORK

We live and breathe purpose. We all come from diverse backgrounds and yet share something in common – we are all creators. We are creators of brands, of businesses and of movements – movements that lead and inspire. From a simple logo design to a full-length corporate documentary film, we do not leave any stone unturned to rally behind our clients and champion what they stand for.