Ali Abdur-Rahman

Board Member

Ali Abdur-Rahman, Executive Producer for Excel Media & Solutions since 2016, specializing in video, photography and large screen projection. 

A graduate of Morehouse College in Psychology with further studies at Syracuse University in Information Management, he is currently serving as IT Chair on the board of Directors at the Boggs Academy National Alumni Association (BANAA) and serving on the Boards of Central New York Sales and Marketing Executives (CNYSME), 100 Black Men of Syracuse, New York  and the Eastwood Rotary. 

Ali’s passion for service has been evident throughout his career volunteering his services and  skills to numerous organizations and non-profits throughout the community and also serving on the Dewitt Democratic Committee.

Where do you work and what is your position? I am owner of Excel Media & Solutions and partner with JB McCampbell with Dome Multimedia Group started this year, 

Are you from the region originally? I’m originally from Georgia but grew up on the South Side of Syracuse and finished High School and College in Georgia. 

What other groups are you a part of in the community? I am on the board of 100 Black Men of Syracuse and Eastwood Rotary. I also volunteer for the NAACP, and Cuse Connection, a local 501-C3. 

What are your hobbies and interests? I enjoy technology, sports and dancing. 

Do you play any sports? Which are your favorites? I play golf from time to time and enjoy hiking. 

Is there an unusual fact about yourself that you are willing to share? I sang and acted in High School and College. 

What is your favorite snack? Kettle popcorn. 

What is your favorite movie or tv show? Love the Matrix and Jason Borne movies 

What is your hype song? Hypnotize – Biggie Smalls