• About Orion Initiatives

    Building Tomorrow's Communities Today

  • Our Dedicated Team

    Committed to Community

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    Thakir Saleem - CEO

    Thakir F. Saleem is the Co-Founder and CEO of Orion Initiatives, leading sourcing, underwriting, and execution across real estate investments and development. He is a sophomore at Morehouse College studying Economics and English, with four years of development experience, including work with real estate firms such as Banneker Ventures.


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    Faheem Muhammad - CFO

    Faheem Muhammad is a Co-Founder of Orion Initiatives and oversees the firm’s financial strategy, underwriting, capital structuring, budgeting, and risk management. He brings hands-on construction experience that supports disciplined cost control and execution-focused oversight. He also works as a Sales Consultant at ALM Kia South, applying negotiation and client advisory expertise to Orion’s operations.

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    Khadeem Barri - COO

    Khadeem Barri is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Orion Initiatives, where he oversees day-to-day operations, internal systems, and cross-functional coordination. He is responsible for operational strategy, process optimization, team management, and driving efficient execution across the organization, while also leading communication and outreach efforts. In addition, Khadeem currently works as a car salesman at ALM Kia South, where he applies his strengths in sales, client relations, and negotiation to deliver results and build lasting relationships.


  • Our Advisory Board

    Senior advisors bringing decades of experience across development, construction, finance, and law.

    At Orion Initiatives, we specialize in crafting exceptional residential spaces that cater to modern living. Our focus is on quality, sustainability, and community, ensuring that every project enhances the lifestyle of its residents while maintaining a commitment to the environment. Residential Developments What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    5 Advisors

    Senior professionals providing strategic, financial, and operational guidance.

    We develop commercial properties that are designed to meet the dynamic needs of businesses today. From office spaces to retail environments, our projects are strategically located and tailored to foster growth and success for our clients. Commercial Projects What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    70+ Years of Experience

    Aggregate experience across real estate development, construction, finance, and governance.

    Orion Initiatives believes in the power of community. We actively engage with local stakeholders and residents to ensure that our developments reflect the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Community Engagement What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    $400M+ in Aggregate Value

    Combined development value and net worth represented across advisory members.

    Orion Initiatives believes in the power of community. We actively engage with local stakeholders and residents to ensure that our developments reflect the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Community Engagement What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    4+ Development Platforms

    Experience spanning institutional and entrepreneurial real estate firms.

    Orion Initiatives believes in the power of community. We actively engage with local stakeholders and residents to ensure that our developments reflect the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Community Engagement What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    Multiple Asset Classes

    · Multifamily · Hospitality · Senior Housing · Logistics & Mixed-Use

    Orion Initiatives believes in the power of community. We actively engage with local stakeholders and residents to ensure that our developments reflect the needs and aspirations of the communities we serve, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Community Engagement What We Do Real Estate Development Firm

    Cross-Disciplinary Expertise

    Real Estate Development · Construction · Capital Markets · Legal & Governance

  • Our Core Values

    Guiding Principles for Success

    Integrity

    We conduct our business with honesty, transparency, and accountability, holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards.

    Excellence

    We pursue operational excellence through disciplined execution, thoughtful underwriting, and continuous improvement.

    Humility & Stewardship

    We lead with humility, recognizing the responsibility entrusted to us. We steward capital, relationships, and community impact with care, respect, and long-term accountability.

    Community & People Development

    We view real estate as a platform for developing people. We are committed to building alongside others by providing exposure, mentorship-by-proximity, and opportunities to grow in professionalism and entrepreneurship

    Advisement & Mentorship

    We believe disciplined decision-making is strengthened through counsel. We maintain a consistent routine of advisement and mentorship, leveraging intergenerational experience to challenge assumptions, refine strategy, and elevate execution across all aspects of the business.

    Persistence

    We remain committed through challenges, executing with patience, resilience, and conviction over the long term.