Meet Dr. Ismail Abaya, PhD — a visionary Philippine entrepreneur with over 35 years of hands-on experience as a multi-business developer, advocate, and leader in the Halal economy. From agriculture and "farm-to-plate" supply chains to digital innovation, Dr. Abaya has dedicated his career to empowering local enterprises and elevating Philippine products to global Halal standards.

​Key Roles & Strategic Leadership

​Executive Vice President of Maslaha Halal Certification Board Inc.: Leading strategic initiatives to ensure credible, accessible, and Sharia-compliant certification for businesses across the nation.

​Founder & President of ONE HALAL Association of the Philippines: Building a unified network of Halal-certified businesses, suppliers, and certifiers to strengthen domestic and international trade opportunities.

​Founder & Media Producer (Global Pinas TV168): Host and producer of "Usapang Halal," a dedicated media platform educating entrepreneurs and consumers on the economic and health benefits of Halal living.

Maslaha Halal Certification Board Inc. is proud to highlight our strategic collaboration with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Cavite. Together, we are committed to uniting commercial enterprise growth with verified Halal standards to empower businesses and expand market opportunities.

​Featured Leadership

​Leader: Imam Jamel Macaraob — Secretary General and Imam of International Halal and Vegan/Vegetarian Halal Certifying Bodies (HCBs).

​Strategic Mission: Bridging commercial trade development, regulatory compliance, and industry excellence through trusted partnerships.