In the crowded world of online business education, bold claims are common.Over the past year, IMA Accelerator (https://www.imaccelerator.com/), an influencer marketing
agency training program founded by Abu Lahya has reported more than 200 student success cases and generated over $7m dollars in deals for students as well within an impressively short window; but the more revealing story lies in how those outcomes were structured and what they were built on.
The goal of the program is simple: the team helps Muslims become financially independent and location free through halal online businesses.
In practice, that means teaching students how to build and operate influencer marketing agencies from anywhere with a laptop, an internet connection and disciplined outreach.
The model is not glamorous. Students find influencers that are looking for more brand deals, they find the right set of brands that both sides can have a mutually beneficial partnership, negotiate brand deals, manage influencers and campaigns.They are taught to price clearly, avoid uncertainty in contracts and deliver on metrics and the scope of services.Public review platforms provide a measurable window into student experience.IMA Accelerator’s Trustpilotpage (https://www.trustpilot.com/review/imaccelerator.com) shows a high TrustScore,
with reviewers often referring to the solid structure, focus on accountability and an emphasis on staying within halal boundaries in deal making. Many also cite the strength of the Muslim community as one of the program’s most significant benefits. Some have gone so far as describing a values-aligned network rooted in shared Islamic principles.
Some also describe closing early client deals and building confidence not just in earning, but in understanding how business works.The program also operates an active community on Skool (https://www.skool.com/the-ima-accelerator-9388), where students track progress and receive one
on one coaching. Rather than promising rapid wealth, the curriculum focuses on processes where outreach scripts are refine and deal structures are continuously reviewed in one on one sessions or in groups. Mistakes are discussed openly in group calls. Michael, who made $42.2k in deals and $12.4k in profit in 10 days of joining, said “In this course
I have learned skills that I’ll carry for the rest of my life, skills that will inshaAllah make me a successful businessman no matter the endeavor, it’s more than just IMA. Eyoub El Habib & team I can’t thank you enough, may Allah bless you all for the opportunity you have given us and our families, may the hasanat weigh heavy on your scales. “
The timing matters. The Interactive Advertising Bureau projected U.S. creator ad spend at $37
billion in 2025, reflecting continued growth and mainstream adoption (). The full IAB 2025 Creator Ad Spend & Strategy Report can be referred to here: Industry reports also show continued expansion globally. Research summarized by PR Newswire
cited influencer marketing spend reaching $32.55 billion in 2025, with brands shifting toward measurable ROI and structured campaign management. Meanwhile, reporting from The Guardian highlighted how creator advertising revenue continues to rise as brands allocate more budget toward digital creators..
In the Middle East and North Africa, influencer marketing has become more formalized as well. The 2025 InfluAnswer Arabia report documents how creators in the region describe audience trust, brand expectations and campaign structure.
For remote agency operators, that maturation increases demand for intermediaries who can manage negotiations and deliver structured outcomes. Against that backdrop, the program’s leadership consistently frames its differentiator elsewhere: service.
In Islamic tradition, business conduct carries weight beyond profit or self promotion. Concepts such as amanah, or trust, and Ihsan, excellence in work, are ethical expectations, not branding strategies or promotional campaigns. Students are reminded that honest, quality service is not merely transactional; it reflects accountability before God. Fulfilling an agreement is not only about client satisfaction, it’s about integrity.That framing also reflects in program materials, including pages on the IMA Accelerator website that emphasize halal structure and accountability. Student reviews mention the program’s focus on fairness and long-term relationships over quick wins. Some describe turning down deals that conflict with personal principles. Others emphasize that the community reinforces discipline.
Producing more than 200 successful students in a short period is not just a function of marketing tactics,it reflects robust systems, accountability and a shared feeling of responsibility. Success
