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Didar Karim

Founder

Didar  has over 55 years of successful business experience. Although he has limited formal education he has bought, operated and sold in excess of $250 million of business/ real estate in Canada, USA, Europe, India and Africa. He is still very active in the family business providing financial resources, guidance, and valuable advice.

Salim Karim

President & CEO

Salim Karim is a Vancouver-based entrepreneur, investor, and second-generation business leader with more than two decades of experience building and growing companies. Since 2002, he has served as President & CEO of Innhouse Group of Companies, a diversified investment platform with holdings across hospitality, retail, fitness, transportation, liquor retail, and real estate development. Innhouse also invests in and partners with operating companies in a wide range of industries, combining patient capital with hands-on operating experience.

Salim holds a BBA and MBA and is a Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) with the American Hotel & Lodging Association. He is an executive member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and the Vancouver Police Foundation, and has previously served on the boards of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), the Alliance of Beverage Licensees (ABLE), and the Business Leaders’ Council. His leadership has been recognized with several awards, including Business in Vancouver’s Top 40 Under 40 and Entrepreneur of the Year.

Salim brings stability, flexibility, and collaboration to every investment. He has mentored many young business leaders and enjoys working alongside operators to build enduring enterprises.

He lives in Vancouver with his wife and three children and enjoys skiing, tennis, and golf.

T: 604.630.1494
E: salim@innhouse.bc.ca

Amin Karim

CFO & Chairman

Amin Karim is a co-founder of InnHouse Group of Companies, with more than 25 years of experience building and operating businesses across multiple industries. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), he brings financial expertise and disciplined oversight to InnHouse’s investments and operations. He is passionate about problem solving, and known for coming up with creative solutions to complex situations.

Amin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Simon Fraser University and is a Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA), the highest professional designation awarded by the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Over his career, he has played a key role in developing and managing businesses in hospitality, retail, transportation, liquor, fitness, and real estate. In his role as principal, he combines his financial acumen with hands-on operating experience to ensure long-term value creation.

As a co-founder of InnHouse, Amin has helped establish the firm’s reputation as a patient, long-term investor that partners closely with operators. He serves as a trusted advisor to management teams and brings both strategic vision and financial discipline to every investment.

Outside of business, Amin takes every opportunity to enjoy quality time with his wife and four adult children. He is also an avid athlete playing volleyball, pickleball, badminton, and running.

T: 604.630.1495
E: amin@innhouse.bc.ca

Zia Karim

Operations Manager – LRS Division

Zia Karim brings a unique blend of experiences to InnHouse Group of Companies, combining a background as a Professional Engineer, strategy consultant, and former professional athlete. He began his career in Toronto, working as an engineer in the aerospace and defense sectors. After earning an MBA, Zia worked at Accenture in Montreal, advising clients on business and operational strategy. He also spent a year in France playing professional volleyball. At InnHouse, Zia leads the Licensed Retail Store operations, with a focus on efficiency, customer experience, and sustainable growth.

T: 519-520-4418

E: zia.karim@innhouse.bc.ca

Fillah Karim

Director, Acquisitions

Fillah’s first passion was in the sport of sailing where over a 10 year span he progressed from a kid with a dream to the top Canadian athlete in his class, representing Canada at numerous World Championships, World Cups and international competitions along the way. From his many years of experience as an athlete independently running his own campaign, Fillah has developed a strong skillset for finding creative solutions to challenging problems while never loosing sight of the big picture. He brings that same energy, drive and vision to his current passions of business and real estate and expanding the Innhouse portfolio.

T: 604.833.2295
E: fillah@innhouse.bc.ca