Ramiz Hakim

Ramiz Hakim is a dedicated community leader, entrepreneur, and policy advocate with a passion for building systems and programs that empower families and children. As an Alderman for Wright City, Missouri, Ramiz has championed initiatives focused on early childhood education, infrastructure reform, and responsible development, demonstrating a strong commitment to practical, people-first governance.

Ramiz is also the founder of North Star Insurance Advisors, one of the leading agencies in the final expense insurance sector with a focus on marginalized citizens. Through this work, he has trained and led hundreds of insurance agents across the country, emphasizing professionalism, empathy, and the power of honest communication, which are values that translate directly into his work with families and providers in Missouri’s early childhood landscape.

With firsthand experience as a father and adoptive parent, Ramiz brings not only business and governance expertise to Child Care Aware® of Missouri, but also a personal understanding of the challenges families face. His leadership reflects a core belief: that every child, regardless of income or zip code, deserves access to high-quality, safe, and nurturing child care environments.

A vocal advocate for accountability and innovation, Ramiz is particularly interested in supporting workforce development, improving access in rural communities, and ensuring that policy decisions center around both children and the professionals who serve them.

In his spare time, Ramiz enjoys mentoring young leaders, coaching basketball, engaging in local projects, and spending time with his wife Rachel and their three boys: AJ, Jasper, and Isaiah, who keep his passion for children’s futures close to heart!