Mohammad Ali Shahbaz

Serial Entrepreneur in Tehran, Iran

Mohammadali Shahbaz (born August 1995, Tehran, Iran) is a German-Iranian entrepreneur, strategic advisor, and founder of several high-impact ventures at the intersection of luxury, innovation, and global policy.

Early Life & Education Raised in a family where excellence and tradition were paramount, Shahbaz attended the historic Alborz High School, a college-preparatory institution located in the heart of Tehran. Founded as one of the first modern high schools in Asia and the Middle East, Alborz played a formative role in shaping Iran’s intellectual elite. Often compared to Eton College in England and top U.S. institutions like Phillips Academy and Phillips Exeter, its rigorous academic environment left a lasting imprint on Shahbaz’s early development.

Entrepreneurial Ventures At 23, he launched his first company, Detox Culture, Germany’s pioneering science-backed corporate health firm. The venture integrated the four pillars of physical and mental wellbeing and quickly became a benchmark in evidence-based wellness solutions across Europe.

Driven by a passion for branding and legacy, Shahbaz moved to London to study Strategic Brand Management at London Business School. There, he laid the foundation for his next venture—The Mister Legacy—an innovative hyper-luxury brand headquartered in Berkeley Square, Mayfair. Designed as a homage to Clayton Christensen’s theory of disruptive innovation, the brand fuses timeless elegance with forward-thinking strategy.

Strategic Expertise & Public Policy Furthering his commitment to strategic excellence, Shahbaz pursued advanced coursework at Harvard Business School, deepening his expertise in global strategy. He also completed Harvard Law School’s distinguished Program on Negotiation.

Most recently, Shahbaz finished his public policy education at the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics (NILE), the United States’ most prestigious institute for ethical lobbying, further solidifying his capabilities in governmental affairs.

Shahbaz is an active member of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham), through which he advises and negotiates on matters involving both the U.S. and German governments. His work bridges the realms of diplomacy, luxury, and innovation—crafting a legacy that transcends industries and borders.