The real Maitreya is a buddha and ascended adept. In my view the whole Benjamen Creme / share international org is a front for the NWO. I don't believe this fellow with a turban and a black beard is Maitreya :
It is the stereotypical image of an ancient holy man. When Maitreya returns he might just be recognisable in an Armani suit with a clean shaven visage. In the mean time he can be found within as the spirit of 'loving kindness' which is his namesake and keynote.