Zahira Lehri
President, Yaqeen LLC | Managing Partner, 2Fish International
"Patience. Grit. Reinvention. That’s the foundation of every success story I’ve built".
My Story
Zahira Lehri is a Tampa-based entrepreneur with over 26 years of experience in management, sales, and business transformation. As President of Yaqeen LLC (a Planet
Smoothie franchise) and Managing Partner of 2Fish International, she specializes in turning around struggling businesses: reviving brands, increasing revenue, and setting them up for acquisition. Seeing potential where others see risk is her superpower.
Zahira holds certifications as a Disadvantaged Minority and Woman-Owned Business and plays an active role in the community, serving on several boards including the South Tampa Chamber, the FBI Citizens Academy, and the Propeller Club, Port of Tampa. She’s also an engaged mentor through TIE Tampa and other women’s leadership groups.
Originally from Ohio, Zahira has made Tampa Bay her home for the past 11 years. She’s also a proud mom to a vibrant 21-year-old daughter who’s become both her travel companion and her greatest joy. Together, they explore the world, one offbeat destination at a time.
What makes her happiest?
“Spontaneous mother-daughter travel! Our trip to the mountain village of Stoos in Switzerland was unforgettable, where we hiked through clouds, bonded with strangers, and ended up in a centuries-old church as rain poured outside. Every adventure with her becomes a memory I never want to let go of.”
Advice to Her Younger Self
“Be patient. Trust the process. Invest in real estate! And remember: success isn’t a straight line, it’s a winding road filled with growth, setbacks, and unexpected joys. Give
your all, stay committed, and everything will unfold as it should.”
