Ashkan Alex Nazarian (born November 4, 1980) is an American philanthropist and entrepreneur known for his influential work within the Persian Jewish community.
Nazarian dedicates his time and expertise to the political sphere. Currently, he is a candidate for the councilman position on the Board of Beverly Hills Planning and Development. This commitment showcases his dedication to public service, as he seeks to contribute to the betterment of the community without any financial compensation.
In 2017, Nazarian quit his corporate responsibilities and committed himself to serving the disadvantaged through the Nazarians.org foundation. Nazarians.org is a non-profit organization with a profound commitment to supporting individuals confronting diverse daily challenges. While firmly grounded in the Jewish community, the foundation takes pride in extending its services to individuals of all religious backgrounds, embracing a spirit of inclusivity and diversity within the realm of philanthropy.
Nazarian is a staunch proponent of the construction of the Third Temple, also known as Temple Mount, which holds significant importance in Bible history and prophecy. His advocacy is evident through his support for the Temple Institute in Jerusalem, an organization founded with the purpose of taking concrete steps in research, planning, and infrastructure development for the realization of the Third Temple.
