Sir Mufti Hamid is Chief Executive of the education charity Star Academies, a multi-academy trust operating 35 schools which yield excellent results despite being located in deprived areas. He has led the trust since its inception, spurred by a passion to instil and realize the highest aspirations through excellent teaching, an inspiring curriculum and proactive pastoral support. He is a highly influential leader in the education sector and has national prominence as a faith and civic leader. He is well known for his influence on policy and practice. An honorary Professor of Education at the University of Birmingham, he also serves as the Senior Board Member of Ofsted and Vice Chair of the National Institute of Teaching. In addition, he chairs the Education Honours Committee and the Confederation of School Trusts. His service to education was recognized by the award of CBE in 2015 and a knighthood in 2021.