Originally from Bangladesh, Nooruddin Panjwani arrived in USA as a student in 1972 and he completed undergraduate at Purdue University. He has been an entrepreneur in a dozen plus startups. His most recent startup venture includes Orange theory Fitness multi-unit chain, and several real estate investments.

Nooruddin has served in various leadership roles including President of National Alliance of Trade Associations (NATA), Founding Director of Atlanta Retailers Association, Chairman of The Foundation for a Better Life, Agakhan Economic Planning Board for USA, and various other Jamati institutions.