THE BOARD

ED KARIM, ADVISOR

Ed Karim is a highly regarded entrepreneur known for his integrity, innovation, and commitment to growth. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he has established himself as a leader in both the automotive and produce industries, while also making significant contributions to his community.

Core Values

• Integrity
• Innovation
• Growth

Career Highlights

• President, WLCU California
  • Leads initiatives to strengthen the Lebanese cultural community
• Vice President, WLCU North America
  • Played a pivotal role in promoting Lebanese culture and heritage across North America
• Owner, Car Dealership
  • Successfully manages and operates a thriving automotive business
• Co-Owner, Star Product Inc
  • Co-owns a leading produce shipping company
  • Oversees the processing, importing, and exporting of exotic fruits and nuts
  • Developed key innovations, ensuring accessibility of Lebanese products in the US and Canada

Community Involvement

• Founder, AbdulKarim Society
  • Actively involved in community service and cultural preservation
• Excellence Awards Recipient
  • Recognized for outstanding contributions in business and community service

Vision and Impact

Ed Karim’s visionary leadership in the produce industry has turned a dream into a successful business empire. By dispatching exotic fruits and nuts from California and Lebanon to major US states and Canada, he ensures that Lebanese products are accessible to all.