An executive with more than 25 years of multi-faceted executive leadership experience in the nonprofit and private sectors. He has extensive experience working in the MENA region in several areas, including partnerships, fundraising, operations, programs, finance, communications and staff management. He has a proven ability to lead and manage prestigious international development organizations. During his career, he has successfully developed and led high-impact international development programs working in more than 80 countries. He established the branch of the International Education for Employment Foundation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He holds a bachelor's degree in political science and a master's degree in international affairs.