Mushin Muhammad, II Bio

Muhsin Muhammad II is a Co-founder and Managing Partner of Axum Capital Partners. His responsibilities include deal sourcing, investment selection, and portfolio management. Prior to co-founding the firm, Mr. Muhammad had a 14-year career in the National Football League (“NFL”) with the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears. His contributions include serving as team captain for both teams, where he led each team to Super Bowl XXXVIII and Super Bowl XLI, respectively. Mr. Muhammad still holds the NFL's record for the longest touchdown reception in Super Bowl history and is one of only three players to have scored touchdowns for two different teams in the Super Bowl. He also served on the Executive Business Committee of the NFL. Mr. Muhammad received a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. During his NFL Career, Mr. Muhammad furthered his education by attending Wharton’s Executive Business Management & Entrepreneurship Program and successfully co-founded and invested in several operating companies, as well as multiple real estate projects across the country. Mr. Muhammad’s real estate projects have featured brands including LongHorn Steak House, Olive Garden, Dominos, Wing Stop, Jimmy John’s and Hilton Hotels. Mr. Muhammad co-leads Axum’s partnerships in the business professional communities that include athletes, entertainers, CEOs, and business owners, utilizing his “Access and Influence” to create intrinsic value for Axum to enhance its overall platform. Mr. Muhammad has direct personal experience utilizing his own “Influence” to market and drive awareness for leading Food and Beverage brands, including Pepsi, Coca Cola, Frito Lay, Chick-fil-A, and Gatorade, giving him a deep understanding of how branding and marketing programs work. His extensive relationships within the Athletic and Business Professional communities offer Axum a unique asset.