Mori Hosseini

Morteza "Mori" Hosseini (born 1955) is an Iranian-born American businessman, political adviser, and higher education leader. He is the founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of ICI Homes, a Florida-based homebuilding company established in 1980. Hosseini has served as chairman of the University of Florida Board of Trustees and chairman of the Board of Trustees of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He has been described as one of the most powerful unelected person in Florida.

Former House Speaker Will Weatherford said of him, “I call Mori for advice [...] For a guy who’s not in politics, he understands people very well."

Philanthropy

The couple have contributed to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona State College, and community initiatives in Volusia County. Several university facilities have been named in recognition of their support, including the Mori Hosseini Student Union at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Mori Hosseini Center at Daytona State College.

The Hosseinis have also supported Food Brings Hope, a nonprofit organization founded by Forough Hosseini that addresses food insecurity and educational needs among children in Volusia County.