Mary Summers

• WBGFN President for FY 24
• WBGFN President Operations FY23
• American, holds Master’s degree in Economics and Master’s Certificate in Project Management
• 30+ years of experience in public and technology sectors with focus on policy, global performance metrics and organizational transformation
• Serves on Board of Directors for a regional credit union and on Board of Visitors for a university library
• Passionate about young adult development and cross-cultural exchange
• WBGFN EC Member-At-Large FY21, 22, Welcome Committee Liaison FY21, 22, TSP Planning Group FY23
• Enjoys hiking, nature, the arts,  museums and meet-ups with friends and family

Hely Khan

• WBGFN President Operations for FY 24
• Over 14 years of professional experience in the Philippines, Qatar and Pakistan in the fields of Health, Education and Administration
• Member of the Management Strategy Institute (MSI), Certified Google Data Analyst, Project Management Professional and Health Innovator (UPenn)
• Masters in Public Administration (MPA – Ongoing)
• Attended a course in US Public Policy from Harvard University
• Nominating Chair FY 22, 23 and Co-Chair Welcoming Program FY 2019, set up the “WBGFN Creative Kitchen” Interest group during the COVID pandemic
•  Launched a “Community Donation Drive” for homeless people in the Philippines and a “Fund Raising Campaign” in response to Typhoon Odette

Barbara Nayiga Mukuve

• WBGFN Secretary for FY 24
• WBGFN Member-At-Large FY 23
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Professional diploma in Marketing Communications from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (United Kingdom)
• Experienced Project Management professional
• Communications strategist for brand visibility and consistency, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of current and prospective donors
• Achievements include building and maintaining strong relationships between organizations and their various stakeholders
• Successful management and coordination of events
• WBGFN volunteer (Social media)
• Other interests include cooking and reading

Qudsia Zafar

• WBGFN Member-At-Large for FY 24
• WBGFN Member-At-Large FY 23
• Holds a Master’s degree in Meteorology
• Post graduate Diploma in Earth System Physics
• With 14 years of professional experience as a senior scientific officer in a research organization namely Global Change Impact Studies Centre, based in Islamabad, Pakistan
• Works in various areas of atmospheric and climate studies including regional climate modelling, atmospheric pollution   source analysis, statistical and dynamical downscaling in broad terms
•   WBGFN Co-champion (Pakistan)
•   Enjoys get-togethers and cooking

Joel Ssevume

• WBGFN Member-At-Large for FY 24
• Over 12 years professional experience in business operations, project management, public health, non-profit and the private sector.
• Skilled in design and delivery of programs related to community health, social marketing, volunteer and young people engagement, social behavior change communication, community mobilization, mentoring and coaching, empowering individuals, achieving results and innovative solutions
• Master of Business Administration and Post Graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management.
• Certified Master Trainer of the John Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs (CCP) Leadership in Strategic Communication.
• Achievements include mobilizing unemployed youths in communities in Uganda to get involved in sports as a vehicle to self-empowerment
• Volunteers with the Volunteer Engagement Team at WBFN.

Patricia Myers

• WBGFN Member at large FY 24
• WBGFN Member-At-Large FY 22, FY 23
• BS in Business Administration - PR/Advertising University of Maryland, Summa Cum Laude 
• Certificate in Transformational Coaching - Coach Masters Academy (Singapore/KL)  
• Compass Real Estate Agent (current) and CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist 
• WBGFN Champion in Malaysia and Indonesia 
• Board of Governors - The Alice Smith International School, Kuala Lumpur 2019-2020
• Volunteer support for refugee population in Jakarta and currently in the US ​

Radu Bujoreanu

• WBGFN Member-At-Large for FY 24
• Fluent in English, Russian and Rominian languages
• Independent director and member of the Board of Directors of Nutriband, Inc and currently serving in the Audit committee, Nominating committee and the Compensation committee
• Real estate agent licensed in the DC and VA
• Former diplomat and a lawyer by training, with decades of experience in international affairs, diplomacy, and business protocols, as well as knowledge of US travel and immigration requirements, US tax law, and various business regulations
• Previously served as an independent director for Asconi Corporation

Caroline Giffon-Wee

• WBGFN Member-At-Large for FY 24
• WBGFN Member-At-Large FY 23
• CEO and Founder of Girafe Coaching
• Host of Love Your Expat Life Podcast
• 20+ years Living and Working Abroad
• Social Development Specialist for the WBG and other organizations
• Certified Transition Life and Career Coach (2020, The Life Coach School, USA)
• MA in International Affairs and Economics, 2000, Johns Hopkins University, USA

Bushra Abbas

•  WBGFN Member-At-Large for FY 24
•   WBGFN Member-At-Large FY 23
•   Holds Post Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood    
•   Development and Bachelors Degree of Arts in     
•   Sociology and Statistics
•   Associated with WBGFN as Champion/Local   
•   Connector for Pakistan and Nepal since 2019
•   Interested in supporting underprivileged Children, tree planting, cooking, and reading
•   Prepared guidebooks for families moving to  Pakistan and Nepal
•   Arranged dedicated training session for thePakistan WBGFN members on Women’s Security Awareness delivered by     the World Bank Pakistan office Security Team 

Armine Vardanyan-Kochnakyan

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 24
• Master’s Degree and Ph.D. studies in economics
• Over 6 years of experience in management and coordination of grant programs in educatio
• Experience in teaching specialized university courses on economic growth and developmentt
• Managerial positions in logistics and marketing with focus on international operations
• Consulting on development of economic education programs 
• WBGFN member since 2019, Member at Large for FY23, Chair of Social Learning and Events, Project Manager for CHP, TSP Planning Team, MMEG US-Canada Selection Committee
• Fluent in English, Russian, and Armenian languages
• Enjoy learning, reading, travelling, and cooking

Ana Rakic

• WBGFN Nominating Chair for FY 24
• Holds a Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences and Bachelor’s degree in trade and banking.
• Has lived in Bosnia and Herzegovina for 18 years and worked in several marketing departments in different companies 
• Currently volunteering for the VET and Communications Team
• A self-motived person who likes working in a team, enjoys walking, reading and listening to music

Asya Grigoryan

• WBGFN Nominating Committee  for FY 24
• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY 23
• MBA – University of Geneva
• MSc in Law – American University of Armenia
• MSc in Psychology – Yerevan State University
• Certificate of Leadership Coaching for Organizational Well- Being at George Mason University
• Working as a Leadership and Career Coach
• Co-founder of Profile International
• Headed Human Resources at Inecobank, CJSC, Yerevan, Armenia
• Had a Contractual appointment at The International Monetary Fund
• VP External on the PTO of the Anglo-American School of Moscow 
• Volunteered for many events as an international expat in Moscow for 4 years

Sulekile Moyo

• WBGFN Nominating Committee for FY 24
• WBGFN volunteer since 2017 in the Professional Development team ,Children’s Holiday Party, and other thematic events
• Expertise in Customer Service in Telecommunications, office management and Sales
• Worked as Service Center Representative and Service Center Controller for multinational Telecommunications Companies Airtel and MTN in Lusaka, Zambia, respectively
• Zambian national fluent in English, Bemba, Nyanja and Tonga
• Currently a final year student in a Bachelor of Business Administration
• Associate of Arts in Social Sciences
• Higher Certificate in Economics and Management
• Owner/Baker at Cakes N Things home baking brand
• Interests include reading, learning about different historical  events, travel, sewing and other creative arts, playing board games

Melina Pitaud - Laprevotte

• WBGFN Nominating Committee for FY 24
• Lived in France, Haiti, UK, USA and Argentina
• Holds a Masters degree in French as a Second Language, Paris VIII University, Paris, and a Post-graduate in International Relations with a major in microfinance, Georgetown University, Washington DC
• Worked in Haiti as a French language supervisor and in Washington, DC, at the WBG translation department and microfinance’s best practices in an NGO and at CGAP
• Volunteered at the Washington Accueil Association (WAA), at my children’ schools, Franco-Argentinian School, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Rochambeau, the International French School, Bethesda, for numerous years
• Bilingual in Spanish and French, speak English and have some knowledge in Italian

Sara Jaffrey

• WBGFN President for FY 23
• MSc in Clinical Psychology, master’s in Management Studies
• Expertise in office management and PR whilst running a successful culinary business in London. 
• Worked as an administrator for a Pre-school in London and sat on a board of governor position at Hampstead School, London
• Board member for 3 years at WhitWorld (International parent body group – Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda MD) with more than 500 members. 
• Enjoy long walks, exploring new places, growing her own plants, herbs and vegetables and spending time with her family
• Worked as Social Program Coordinator and special events organization at WBGFN

Mary Summers

• WBGFN President Operations for FY 23
• American, native English speaker, holds a Master’s degree in Economics and a Master’s Certificate in Project Management
• Over 25 years of experience in public, transportation and technology sectors with focus on policy, global metrics and organizational transformation 
• Serves on Board of Directors for a regional credit union, and on Board of Visitors for a university library
• Passionate about young adult development and cross-cultural exchange
• WBGFN member-at-large FY20-22, Editorial Committee FY20-21, Welcome Committee Liaison FY20-21, TSP planning group
• Enjoy slackpacking, nature, museums and meet-ups with friends and family

Eunice Omondi

• WBGFN Secretary for FY23
• BSc in Food Technology and Masters degree in Business Administration 
• Over 15 years of international experience in Regulatory Affairs, Product Development and Commercialization in Unilever PLC in Africa and Israel 
• PMI certified Project Manager
• Has led a partnership between the Unilever and the World Food Program ( WFP) to support school feeding program in vulnerable communities in Kenya 
• Passionate about initiatives that positively impact the livelihood of women, communities and environment
• Actively participated in Kenya industries’ plastic recycle initiative and community tree planting 
• Board member of high school and women empowerment group in Kenya
• Hobbies are travelling, reading and gardening
• WBGFN volunteer ( social media and special event)

Qudsia Zafar

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 23
• Holds a Master’s degree in Meteorology
• Post graduate Diploma in Earth System Physics
• With 14 years of professional experience as a senior scientific officer in a research organization namely Global Change Impact Studies Centre, based in Islamabad, Pakistan
• Works in various areas of atmospheric and climate studies including regional climate modelling, atmospheric pollution source analysis, statistical and dynamical downscaling in broad terms.
•   WBGFN Co- champion (Pakistan)
•   Enjoys get- togethers and cooking

Catherine Brown

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 23
• Holds a Master of Arts and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Science
• Former roles include: Alumni & Engagement Manager, School of Business and School of Justice & Law, UNSW Australia; Head of Development, Royal Botanical Gardens Victoria and Board member.
• Extensive experience in: Communications, critical thinking, planning, philanthropy, stakeholder relations and team/volunteer management.
• Get- together Coordinator, WBGFN
• Member, Potomac Rowing Club and Boat Committee Washington DC
• Member, Selection Committee Margaret McNamara Education Grants
• Tutor, Reading Partners, USA literacy nonprofit
• Travelled widely and lived and worked in Australia, Indonesia, Japan, USA. Plays violin and viola.

Patricia Myers

• WBGFN Member at large FY 23
• BS in Business Administration- PR/Advertising University of Maryland, Summa Cum Laude 
• Certificate in Transformational Coaching- Coach Masters Academy (Singapore/KL)  
• Compass Real Estate Agent (current) and  CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist 
• WBGFN Champion in Malaysia and Indonesia 
• Board of Governors- The Alice Smith International School, Kuala Lumpur 2019-2020
• Volunteer support for refugee population in Jakarta and currently in the US 

Barbra Nayiga Mukuve

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 23
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Professional diploma in Marketing Communications from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (United Kingdom).
• Experienced Project Management professional
• Communications strategist for brand visibility and consistency, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of current and prospective donors
• Achievements include building and maintaining strong relationships between organizations and their various stakeholders 
• Successful management and coordination of events.
• WBGFN volunteer ( Social media)
• Other interest includes cooking and reading

Caroline Giffon-Wee

• WBGFN Member At Large for FY 23
• MA in International Affairs and Economics (2003, School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University, USA)
• MA in European Law (2000 Institut des Hautes Études Européennes, France
• Post-Graduate Diploma in Business and Human Rights (2012, Middelsex University, UK)
• Working as a Certified Life Coach and Founder of Girafe Coaching 
• Host of Love your expat Life podcast, that helping expats create vibrant lives and careers no matter where the world takes them.
• Worked as a Senior Social Development Specialist for the World Bank, Developed a Social Risk Management Framework for Somalia  Portfolio and a case-study to strengthen the voice and participation for social inclusion in Mali.

Bushra Abbas

• WBGFN Members At Large for FY 23
• Holds a Bachelors degree of Arts in Sociology and Statistics
• Post graduate Diploma in Childhood Development
• Currently the WBGFN Champion in Nepal
• WBGFN Champion in Pakistan (2020- 2021)
• Prepared a guidebook for families moving to  Pakistan.
• Organized a tree plantation drive and arranged a dedicated training session for the WBGFN members on Women Security Awareness run by the World Bank Islamabad Security Team.      
• Fluent in Urdu, Panjabi, English and Bengali
• Other interests include cooking and reading

Mamadou Billo Diallo

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 23
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and Networking and Master’s degree in Teleinformatique
• Working as a Mentor, Technical Support Engineer and Code reviewer at Microverse, a global school for remote software developer ( 2021- present)
• Designed and taught network training module and contributed to the improvement of computer network at Gamal Abdel Nasser University- Conakry, Guinea (2017- 2019)
• Has established a local network for ADEMI GUINEA 
• Certified in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Deep Learning Program and Certified in Full stack Web development
• Speaks French and English

Armine Vardanyan

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY 23
• MS in Economics with focus on economic development
• Management and coordination of grant programs in educational institutions with responsibilities spanning from daily management of operations to fund-raising 
• Experience in teaching specialized university classes on economic growth and development
• Positions of responsibility in logistics and marketing for a trading company with international operations
• Consulting on development of educational programs and curriculum
• Fluent in English, Russian, and Armenian languages, and beginner in Farsi
• WBGFN volunteer for some events since 2019
• Enjoy reading, travelling, and cooking

Hely Khan

• WBGFN Nominating Chair FY23
• Filipino national fluent in English, Tagalog, Arabic and Urdu
• 13 years of diverse experience in multi-culture environments in the fields of Health, Education, Fitness and Administration
• Certified in Data Analytics, Community Management Training, Communications and Project Management
• Active in WBGFN for almost 4 years coordinating and managing various events as well as led the Welcoming Program as Co-Chair
•  Set up the “WBGFN Creative Kitchen” Interest group
• Launched a “Community Donation Drive” for homeless people in Philippines 
• Other interests include cooking, reading and interior decoration

Asya Grigoryan

• WBGFN Nominating Committee for FY 23
• MBA – University of Geneva
• MSc in Law – American University of Armenia
• MSc in Psychology – Yerevan State University
• Certificate of Leadership Coaching for Organizational Well- Being at George Mason University
• Working as a Leadership and Career Coach
• Co- founder of Profile International
• Headed Human Resources at Inecobank, CJSC, Yerevan, Armenia
• Had a Contractual appointment at The International Monetary Fund
• VP External on the PTO of the Anglo-American School of Moscow 
• Volunteered for many events as an international expat in Moscow for 4 years

Bahati Sanga

• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY23
• Masters degree in International and Comparative Education from Stockholm University (SU) in Sweden
• Bachelor’s degree at the University of Zambia (UNZA) in Adult Education
• Experienced human resource professional with a special interest in learning and development
• Has great passion for education
• Served as Human Resource Officer in a large multi-national corporation, AFGRI Corporation
• Worked in administration for a Civil Society Organization (CSO) in Zambia
• Enjoy reading, traveling, binge-watching documentaries and meeting new people

Wendy Holterman

• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY23
• Committed with WBGFN volunteering since 2020, focusing on welcoming new members as part of the Welcoming Team
• Dutch origin, fluent English speaker, holds a Master's degree in Law with over 4 years of professional interview experience as a lawyer, Asylum Officer, and Fraud Investigator
• Strong believer in WBGFN and its support to families in transition, providing important guidance that helps kickstart and shape their new adventure
• Volunteered at the Survivant Organization - a non-profit organization in DC against domestic violence - as researcher and interviewer.
• Volunteered at the Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center as an Intake Specialist, interviewing crime victims to assess cases
• Appreciates helping people and meeting new people

Sara Jaffrey

• WBGFN President for FY22
• MScs in Clinical Psychology, master’s in Management Studies
• Expertise in office management and PR whilst running a successful culinary business in London. 
• Worked as an administrator for a Pre-school in London and sat on a board of governor position at Hampstead School, London
• Board member for 3 years at WhitWorld (International parent body group – Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda MD) with more than 500 members. 
• Enjoy long walks, exploring new places, growing her own plants, herbs and vegetables and spending time with her family
• Worked as Social Program Coordinator and special events organization at WBGFN.

Ashikur Rahman

• WBGFN President Operations for FY22
• MBA from the George Washington University School of Business and is a Beta Gamma Sigma honor society member
• Experienced marketing and communications professional, working in communications and brand management for almost all his 13+ year career. 
• Worked in senior management positions in multinationals such as Unilever, Telenor/Grameenphone and Marico – with top and bottom-line responsibility for businesses, brands and projects. 
• WBGFN volunteer in Social Media, Marketing team and in coordinating for the Communication Program 

Eunice Omondi

• WBGFN Secretary for FY22
• BSc in Food Technology and Masters degree in Business Administration 
• Over 15 years of international experience in Regulatory Affairs, Product Development and 
• Commercialization in Unilever PLC in Africa and Israel 
• PMI certified Project Manager
• Has led a partnership between the Unilever and the World Food Program ( WFP) to support school feeding program in vulnerable communities in Kenya 
• Passionate about initiatives that positively impact the livelihood of women, communities and environment
• Actively participated in Kenya industries’ plastic recycle initiative and community tree planting 
• Board member of high school and women empowerment group in Kenya
• Hobbies are travelling, reading and gardening
• WBGFN volunteer ( social media and special event)

JoJo Concepcion

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Electronics Engineer with extensive work experience in the telecommunication industry.
• Project Manager certified by the Project Management Institute
• Community Manager certified Level 1 (World Bank Group)
• WBGFN Volunteer for Social Media and special events
• Career experience in logistics, network operations and customer support.
• Love outdoor sports, a wonderful cook and enjoys tinkering with anything IT.

Suzana Barroso

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Ph.D. engineer with a large experience in conducting research in petroleum engineering and managing projects and teams
• Knowledge Management Consultant at Development Finance, World Bank
• WBGFN volunteer at Resource Management Team
• WBGFN Executive Member-at-large FY20, FY21
• Brazilian, fluent in Portuguese and English
• Creative, dynamic, problem solver with excellent organizational skills
• Interests include Knowledge Management, Data Science, wine, food, kids and travel

Chetna Srivastava

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• WBGFN Welcoming Co-Chair since 2019
•  Passionate about volunteering with 10 years of team leadership, coordination and administration experience
• Master’s in History; Bachelor’s in Psychology, Economics and History with second bachelor’s in Education
• Held Executive Committee and Nomination Committee positions in United Nations Women’s Association (UNWA) 
• Coordinated fundraising events for supporting education  Loves to work with teams and meeting people from different cultures. Has lived in India, UAE, USA and UK
• Practices yoga and meditation, enjoys singing and cooking

Mary Summers

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Masters degree in Economics
• Masters Certificate in Project Management
• Seasoned strategy leader for performance metrics, economic and environmental policy, human development and organizational transformation.
• Public service career spanned US Congress, Transportation, Labor and Corporate IT sectors.
• Serves on Board of Directors of a regional credit union
• Supports nonprofit Students Helping Honduras, and university education initiatives
• WBGFN member-at-large FY20-21, Editorial Committee FY20-21, Welcome Committee Liaison FY20-21, TSP planning group

Kuzeyhan Ozdemir

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Holds BSc & Master's degrees in Electronics (Computer) Engineering and MBA
• Certified Project Management professional
• Developed and managed many technology projects in different sectors ranging from education, media, telecommunications, health, tourism, culture to technology transfer & commercialization
• WBGFN Volunteer as mentor for project management certification in the US
• Works as a consultant on disruptive and sustainable technologies, innovation management, creativity and entrepreneurship.

Sadaf Khalid

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Masters degree in International Relations
• Diploma in Computer Science and Montessori directress
• Data Science and Machine learning certified
• Member of International Foreign Women Association, This for Diplomats in DC and Kindergartens directress in Karachi 
• Currently WBGFN Champion in Tanzania
• WBGFN Champion in Pakistan in 2019, recruiting spouses to support social 
• Volunteered in Social Media, VET, TSP in DC and administered WBGFN Pakistan Social Media
• Communication liaison person for worldwide
• Fluent in Urdu, English, French and Arabic
• Hobbies: reading, traveling, trekking, swimming and gym

Beverly Brar

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• WBGFN EC Member-at-Large for FY20 and 21, and Focal Point for the Worldwide Program
• Grew up in Kent, UK; New Delhi, India, has been home-base since 1985 
• B.A. in History and French from Oxford University, UK; M.A.L.D. from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, USA
• Over 20-years’ experience in international development, mostly with U.N. humanitarian agencies in South Asia and Africa 
• Three adult children living in India
• Has accompanied her husband on WB postings in DC, Tanzania, Ethiopia,  Sierra Leone and Nigeria.
• Active in WBGFN since 2004, including the original Teen Program, TSP, MMEG Selection Committee and Worldwide Program

Patricia Myers

• WBGFN Member at Large for FY22
• Washington DC native
• WBGFN Champion in Indonesia and Malaysia, helped new families settled down and engaged them in WBGFN and volunteer work
• Has spent the last 10 years living overseas with her family, such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and Romania
• Volunteered at each of her children's schools in every country they lived
• Found joy in teaching school to refugee children in Jakarta
• Served as PTA President and as Trustee on the Council of Governors at the Alice Smith School of KL
• Enjoys meeting new people and visit new places

Hely Khan

• WBGFN Nominating Chair FY22
• Filipino national fluent in English, Tagalog, Arabic and Urdu
• 13 years of diverse experience in multi-culture environments in the fields of Health, Education, Fitness and Administration
• Always been interested in volunteering her time for worthwhile causes
• Active in WBGFN for almost 3 years coordinating and managing various events as well as leading the Welcoming Program as Co-Chair
• Certified in community management training, communications and project management
• Launched a “Community Donation Drive” for homeless people in Philippines 
• Set up the “WBGFN Creative Kitchen” Interest group
• Other interests include cooking, reading and interior decoration

Carol May

• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY22
• Committed WBGFN volunteer since 2013, focusing on personally welcoming new members as part of the Welcoming Team
• American, native English speaker, proficient in French and holds a Master’s degree in economics with 25 years of experience in the energy and environmental field
• Strong believer in WBGFN and its support of spouses and children, having managed multiple family international moves
• Nutrition volunteer with the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program, board member at Healthy Families Montgomery, and retrained to teach part-time at a Montessori preschool
• Appreciates collaboration and teamwork

Bahati Sanga

• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY22
• Masters degree in International and Comparative Education from Stockholm University (SU) in Sweden
• Bachelor’s degree at the University of Zambia (UNZA) in Adult Education
• Experienced human resource professional with a special interest in learning and development
• Has great passion for education
• Served as Human Resource Officer in a large multi-national corporation, AFGRI Corporation
• Worked in administration for a Civil Society Organization (CSO) in Zambia
• Enjoy reading, traveling, binge-watching documentaries and meeting new people

Wendy Holterman

• WBGFN Nominating Committee FY22
• Committed with WBGFN volunteering since 2020, focusing on welcoming new members as part of the Welcoming Team
• Dutch origin, fluent English speaker, holds a Master's degree in Law with over 4 years of professional interview experience as a lawyer, Asylum Officer, and Fraud Investigator
• Strong believer in WBGFN and its support to families in transition, providing important guidance that helps kickstart and shape their new adventure
• Volunteered at the Survivant Organization - a non-profit organization in DC against domestic violence - as researcher and interviewer.
• Volunteered at the Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center as an Intake Specialist, interviewing crime victims to assess cases
• Appreciates helping people and meeting new people

Padmini Mahurkar

• WBFN President for FY21
• With extensive relocation experiences in London, Tokyo, New York, Manila and Mumbai, she believes strongly in WBFN’s mission 
• Acquired Certification in Cultural training recently to aid her in the task of welcoming new families into DC 
• Holds a Masters in Economics and a Masters in Finance 
• Has taught Economics and Finance in Mumbai, Tokyo and New York; worked as an Economist in Manila. 
• Runs a free school for young children in India 

Sara Jaffrey

• WBFN President Operations for FY21
• Msc in Clinical Psychology
• Masters in Management Studies
• Expertise in office management and PR whilst, run her own cake business in London and worked as an administrator for a Pre-school in London
• Board member for 3 years of Whitwhorld (International parent body group of Walt Whitman High School) with more than 500 members. Assists in managing and organizing social, cultural and educational events.
• Enjoy long walks, exploring new places, growing her own plants, herbs and vegetables and spending time with her family
• WBFN volunteer in as Social Program Coordinator and special events organization

Victoria Kaddu

• WBFN Secretary for FY21
• Masters in Management Studies and certificated in corporate governance, organizational behavior, leadership
• Worked with the US Federal Government mission in Uganda and was a director member of HR in Uganda Parliament 
• Experience in designing and implementing HR strategies, policies and procedures in a diverse and multicultural environment
• WBFN volunteer in VET

JoJo Concepcion

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Bachelor degree in Electronics Engineering
• Work experience in the top Satellite and Telecommunication industry in Philippines
• Certified associate in Project management (CAPM) issued by Project Management Institute
• Expertise in network operations, project management, regulatory, logistics and costumer support
• Currently dabbling in TI and web development studies
• WBFN volunteer in Social media and MMEG website teams

Ashikur Rahman

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• An experienced marketing and communications professional, working in communications and brand management for almost all his 13+ year career. He has worked in senior management positions in multinationals such as Unilever, Telenor/Grameenphone and Marico – with top and bottom-line responsibility for businesses, brands and projects. 
• At WBFN, he has volunteered for the Social Media and Marketing Teams, and in coordinating the Communication Program 
• Has an MBA from the George Washington University School of Business and is a Beta Gamma Sigma honor society member

Suzana Barroso

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Ph.D. engineer with a large experience in conducting research in petroleum engineering and managing projects and teams
• Knowledge Management Consultant at Development Finance, World Bank
• Brazilian, fluent in Portuguese and English
• Creative, dynamic, problem solver with excellent organizational skills
• Interests include Knowledge Management, Data Science, wine, food, kids and travel
• WBFN volunteer at Knowledge Management Team

Mary Summers

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Masters degree in Economics
• Masters certificate in Project Management
• 35 years of experience with four US agencies: US General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Labor (DOL) and US Senate
•  Served as an elected official on the Board of directors of a regional credit union
• Supports the nonprofit Students Helping Honduras and is a regular mentor with George Mason University’s Alumni-Student Career mentoring program
• WBFN volunteer in TSP (interviewer and evaluator) and Learning program

Dominique Brule

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Over 20 years of professional experience as an economist. Before arriving in the US, was working for 3 French State Agencies dedicated to the development and improvement of agriculture in France, providing economic analysis and implementing European Union programs 
• Particularly appreciates teamwork and working on projects 
• Also generates value in data management, bridging data with analysis, presenting information in a clear and transparent manner ​

Sadaf Khalid

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Masters degree in International Relations
• Diploma in Computer Science and Montessori directress
• Data Science and Machine learning certified
• Member of International Foreign Women Association, This for Diplomats in DC and kindergartens directress in Karachi
• Fluent in Urdu, English, French and Arabic
• Hobbies: reading, traveling, trekking, swimming and gym
• WBFN volunteer in Pakistan as Champion, recruited spouses to support social. Volunteered in Social Media, VET, TSP in DC and administered WBFN Pakistan Social Media

Beverly Brar

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• Beverly Brar grew up in Kent, UK, but, New Delhi, India has been home since 1985. 
• Holds a degree in History and French from Oxford University, UK; an M.A. in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School, Boston, USA
• Over 20 years development experience working with the UN in South Asia and Africa 
• Has three adult children 
• Has accompanied her husband on WB postings in DC, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Sierra Leone.
• Active in WBFN since her first stay in DC in 2004 – 2006, particularly in the Teen Program, from which the TSP grew, and on the MMEG Selection Committee.​

Ujwal Chatrath

• WBFN Member at Large for FY21
• CPA (US), CMA(US), Chartered Accountant (India) and a Bachelors in Commerce, with 15 years experience across 3 continents with large Multinational corporations such as Microsoft, Nokia, Capgemini, Honda in areas of Business Planning & Analysis, Project Management, Product Pricing & Rebate Strategy and Business Process Improvement.
• Enjoys partnering with business managers to drive strategic objectives and mentoring colleagues within multicultural settings​

Aline Maluhy

• WBFN Nominating Chair FY21
• Bachelor degree in Physical Therapy
• MBA in Acupuncture and certified in Ehrenfried Method (Holistic Gymnastics)
• Expertise in spine rehabilitation, pain management and scientific health research 
• Fluent in Portuguese and English
• Very communicative, loves to help others and to be in nature
• WBFN volunteer since her first day in DC since 2017 in Social Media, VET, Health group and special events like CHP, Picnics, Get Together, TSP and Open House. 

Carol May

• WBFN Nominating Committee FY21
• Committed WBFN volunteer since 2013, focusing on personally welcoming new members as part of the Welcoming Team
• American, native English speaker, proficient in French and holds a Master’s degree in economics with 25 years of experience in the energy and environmental field
• Strong believer in WBFN and its support of spouses and children, having managed multiple family international moves
• Nutrition volunteer with the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program, board member at Healthy Families Montgomery, and retrained to teach part-time at a Montessori preschool
• Appreciates collaboration and teamwork

Victoria Vishniakova

• WBFN Nominating Committee FY21
• Russian national who has been participating in many volunteer projects in the WBFN 
• Pharmacist with extensive pharmaceutical sales experience 
• Helped lead the Health Professional Group for the last 2 years 

Karine Yenokyan

• WBFN Nominating Committee FY21
• 17 years work experience as an economist in the Ministry of Finance in the tax and customs policy area 
• Armenian native. Fluent in Russian and English 
• Organizes different activities and events both in professional and social areas 
• Social active person, team worker with excellent organizational skills 
• Loves meeting with new people, making new friends, getting introduced to other cultures 
• WBFN volunteer since 2012 at CHP, Open House and is currently the Welcoming team coordinator.

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Marie-Noelle Sinou Taillandier

• WBFN President for FY20
• French native. Fluent in English 
• Engineer, M.S., Founder and CEO of Amakima, LLC. PMP (Project Management Professional) certified. NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programation) certified.
• Draws from her 19+ years of experience in complex project and contract management 
• Has an active lifestyle, likes hiking, travel and meeting new people and considers relocation to the US a new life adventure
• To function, needs a regular shot of expresso, some cheese, dancing, and laughing with friends

Padmini Mahurkar

• WBFN President of Operations FY20
• With extensive relocation experiences in London, Tokyo, New York, Manila and Mumbai, she believes strongly in WBFN’s mission 
• Acquired Certification in Cultural training recently to aid her in the task of welcoming new families into DC 
• Holds a Masters in Economics and a Masters in Finance 
• Has taught Economics and Finance in Mumbai, Tokyo and New York; worked as an Economist in Manila. 
• Runs a free school for young children in India 

Suzana Barroso

• WBFN Secretary for FY20
• Ph.D. engineer with much experience in conducting independent and data-driven research in petroleum engineering and managing projects and teams 
• Brazilian 
• WBFN volunteer with the Knowledge Management Team 
• Creative, tech-savvy, dynamic, problem solver with excellent organizational skills 
• Interests include Knowledge Management, Data Science, wine, food, kids and travel 

Priscil Tscouk Ibounde

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• Gabon and France Nationalities, fluent in French and with good English skills.
• Hold a MA in Economics with a major in International Financial Relations and a Postgraduate degree in International Business Law.
• 20 years work experience in a French International banking group includes Credit Risk Control and monitoring, Financial analysis and working on business improvement processes.
• Involved in a local community outreach program taking care of homeless women in the US.

Ashikur Rahman

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• An experienced marketing and communications professional, working in communications and brand management for almost all his 13+ year career. He has worked in senior management positions in multinationals such as Unilever, Telenor/Grameenphone and Marico – with top and bottom-line responsibility for businesses, brands and projects. 
• At WBFN, he has volunteered for the Social Media and Marketing Teams, and in coordinating the Communication Program 
• Has an MBA from the George Washington University School of Business and is a Beta Gamma Sigma honor society member

Mahfuza Hai

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• Co-leader of the WBFN Health Professional Group: 2017 - 2018 
• Reviewed, edited and prepared content for publication on WBFN Facebook and LinkedIn as part of the WBFN Social Media Team from 2016 to date 
• MMEG Selection Committee member: 2017 - 2018 
• Licensed Physician from Bangladesh. Specialized as a general internist during residency 
• Extensive relocation knowledge and diverse experience having lived in 4 countries and 3 regions 
• Currently lives in Nairobi, Kenya and enjoys exploring nature through photography and travel ​

Dominique Brule

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• Over 20 years of professional experience as an economist. Before arriving in the US, was working for 3 French State Agencies dedicated to the development and improvement of agriculture in France, providing economic analysis and implementing European Union programs 
• Particularly appreciates teamwork and working on projects 
• Also generates value in data management, bridging data with analysis, presenting information in a clear and transparent manner ​

Julien Morel

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• French native. Fluent in English, Proficient in Spanish and some notions of German 
• Engineer, M.Sc. In Project Finance and Structured Finance, Ph.D. in Applied Physics 
• 10 years experience in the French Public Sector and more recently in International Development 
• Has professional interests in transport infrastructure and service development and financing as well as Public-Private Partnerships 
• Outside of work, enjoys family time, friends, climbing and playing music 

Beverly Brar

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• Beverly Brar grew up in Kent, UK, but, New Delhi, India has been home since 1985. 
• Holds a degree in History and French from Oxford University, UK; an M.A. in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School, Boston, USA
• Over 20 years development experience working with the UN in South Asia and Africa 
• Has three adult children 
• Has accompanied her husband on WB postings in DC, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Sierra Leone.
• Active in WBFN since her first stay in DC in 2004 – 2006, particularly in the Teen Program, from which the TSP grew, and on the MMEG Selection Committee.​

Ujwal Chatrath

• WBFN Member at Large for FY20
• CPA (US), CMA(US), Chartered Accountant (India) and a Bachelors in Commerce, with 15 years experience across 3 continents with large Multinational corporations such as Microsoft, Nokia, Capgemini, Honda in areas of Business Planning & Analysis, Project Management, Product Pricing & Rebate Strategy and Business Process Improvement.
• Enjoys partnering with business managers to drive strategic objectives and mentoring colleagues within multicultural settings​

Aline Maluhy

• WBFN Nominating Chair FY20
• WBFN Volunteer with Social Media, Health and Volunteer Engagement Teams and special events like Children’s Holiday Party, Picnics, Get Together, Teen Summer Program and Open House 
• Physiotherapist and acupuncturist for more than 10 years, working in public hospitals and a health insurance company.
• Brazilian native, fluent in Portuguese and English 
• Experience in spine rehabilitation, posture alignment, back pain, individual and group sessions and health scientific research 
• Ehrenfried Method (Holistic Gymnastics) certified 
• Very communicative, loves people and to help others, likes to be in nature and any kind of art and expression 
• Nowadays, learning the ability to be a mom for the first time ​

Victoria Vishniakova

• WBFN Nominating Committee FY20
• Russian national who has been participating in many volunteer projects in the WBFN 
• Pharmacist with extensive pharmaceutical sales experience 
• Helped lead the Health Professional Group for the last 2 years 

Aditi Sadia Rahman

• WBFN Nominating Committee FY20
• Bangladeshi, relocated in Washington D.C. in 2011, active volunteer in WBFN. 
• Engaged with the Evaluation Team in the preparation of survey questionnaires, analyses and writing reports on findings to evaluate WBFN activities. 
• Statistical and Research analyst professional. Masters in Statistical Science with Graduate Data Analytics Certificate from George Mason University. 
• Understands systems, data flows, and architecture to assist with the creation and/or standardization of technology solutions. Skilled in data-driven, results-oriented investigation, with the ability to quickly analyze data and make decisions that drive performance. Proficient with data mining tools such as SAS, STATA, R, Python. Utilizes statistical techniques to develop analytic insights and informed recommendations. 
• 8 years’ experience teaching Mathematics and Statistics​

Karine Yenokyan

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Marie-Noelle Sinou Taillandier

• WBFN President for FY19
• French native. Fluent in English 
• Engineer, M.S., Founder and CEO of Amakima, LLC. PMP (Project Management Professional) certified. NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programation) certified.
• Draws from her 19+ years of experience in complex project and contract management 
• Has an active lifestyle, likes hiking, travel and meeting new people and considers relocation to the US a new life adventure
• To function, needs a regular shot of expresso, some cheese, dancing, and laughing with friends

Loubna Djemame

• President Operations FY19, and WBFN Professional Development group coordinator FY16
• Algerian-Canadian, Fluent in French and English 
• Master’s Degree in Drug Development
• 8 Years experience in regulatory affairs, clinical research and R&D (Biotechnology)
• Consistent team player, strong client orientation and leadership

Lorenzo Alia

• WBFN Volunteer in Project Management for CHP, TSP, PDP Thematic Sessions
• Italian national, fluent in Italian and English
• Masters Degree in Engineering and Masters in Business Administration
• Program and Project Manager, PMP certified, with 14 years experience in the provision of consultancy and IT solutions to worldwide clients in the naval and air navigation industries 
• Expert on business development in international markets and Customer Relationship Management

Shobhana Verghese

• WBFN Secretary for FY19, TSP Volunteer, Volunteer Engagement Team
• Indian citizen, fluent in English and Hindi
• Masters in English Literature, Fellowship at University of Cambridge, UK, Bachelor’s in Education
• Extensive experience and strategic leadership skills in the education space and Founder Principal of multinational, multi-cultural, dual curricula K-12 school in the UAE
• Consultant in quality assurance practices, school improvement and leadership development

Georgine Ahmad

• WBFN Longtime Volunteer since 1987 of Welcoming Team, Children Holiday Party, Teen Summer Program, Nominating Chair, Vice President of Margaret McNamara Educational Grant, Co-Chair of Arts & Crafts Fair
• Dutch National, fluent in English, Dutch, French
• Attended University of Amsterdam with work experience in the Netherlands, UK, France and Australia 
• Business Owner and Realtor

Sury Suryati​

• WBFN Volunteer Coordinator 2015, Executive Committee FY16, Nominating Chair FY17, CHP FY15 & FY16 Coordinator, TSP Volunteer
• Singaporean national, fluent in English, Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia. 
• Holds a BSc in Economics and an MA in International Business
• Experienced Wealth Manager of High Net-worth clients; Business Owner of a client /event based industry with excellent organizational skills

Giselle Youmbi

• WBFN: Professional Development Program Coordinator, Nominating Committee Member, Book Project and MMEG Volunteer
• National of Cameroon, fluent in English, French and Italian
• Ph.D. in Pharmacology
• Areas of expertise: health care systems, pharmacy operations, pharmaceutical regulations and management of medical research projects with international experience
• Active in community development projects with an emphasis on public health, gender-based violence prevention, and education

Youmna Badr

• WBFN Youth and Special Events Volunteer since 2014 for Children Holiday Party, Open House, Welcoming Team and other major successful events
• Egyptian national, fluent in English and Arabic
• B.Sc. in Economics and Political Science
• Dedicated, full time mother and very active volunteer in charities and sponsorship of orphanages 
• Team worker with excellent organizational skills

Alexandra Alba

• WBFN Editor since 2014
• Canadian national fluent in English and Spanish
• BA Honors English Literature and MS in Sociolinguistics
• Areas of work experience: advertising, teaching English as a second language, librarianship and editing
• 30+ years of extensive and rich experience as a WBG spouse who has relocated three times

Priscil Tscouk Ibounda

• Gabon and France Nationalities, fluent in French and with good English skills.
• Hold a MA in Economics with a major in International Financial Relations and a Postgraduate degree in International Business Law.
• 20 years work experience in a French International banking group includes Credit Risk Control and monitoring, Financial analysis and working on business improvement processes.
• Involved in a local community outreach program taking care of homeless women in the US.

Claudia Alvarez

• WBFN member since 2003, Worldwide Team member
• National of Columbia, fluent in English, French and Spanish
• Industrial Engineer with Masters in Agribusiness Administration
• Work experience includes a nonprofit organization where she took charge of all financial, administrative, marketing and fundraising work; volunteers in different organizations and is also a French and Spanish Tutor
• Relocated several times as WBG spouse, y posted in India since 2012

Padmini Mahurkar

• ​WBFN Welcoming Committee since 2015, MMEG selection committee
• Indian national, fluent in English and Hindi
• Holds a Masters in Economics and a Masters in Finance. Certification in Cultural training 
• Taught Economics and Finance in Mumbai, Tokyo and New York and worked as an Economist in Manila, during her several relocations
• Runs a free school for young children in India

Gulira Alieva

• Kyrgyz national and healthcare professional with diverse experience in public & private sectors and extensive knowledge in the healthcare sector, primarily in developing countries, in policy development and implementation and analytical research.
• Project management, leadership, and training skills. Holds a healthcare MBA from the George Washington University.
• As a WBFN volunteer, Gulira has been an instrumental in setting up a Health Professionals Group in 2012 within the Family Network Professional Development Program, where she remains an active member.
• Currently, she serves as a Senior Advisor to the Family Network’s EC.
• She is looking forward to substantially contributing towards further and successful development of the WBFN.

Laila Azoor

• WBFN volunteer since 2015 in the Welcoming Team, Children Holiday Party, and other Office events
• Sri Lankan national fluent in English
• Holding a bachelor’s in Business Management
• Interests include editing and writing, reading and playing table tennis

Loubna Djemame

• President Operations FY19, and WBFN Professional Development group coordinator FY16
• Algerian-Canadian, Fluent in French and English 
• Master’s Degree in Drug Development
• 8 Years experience in regulatory affairs, clinical research and R&D (Biotechnology)
• Consistent team player, strong client orientation and leadership

Lorenzo Alba

• WBFN Volunteer in Project Management for CHP, TSP, PDP Thematic Sessions
• Italian national, fluent in Italian and English
• Masters Degree in Engineering and Masters in Business Administration
• Program and Project Manager, PMP certified, with 14 years experience in the provision of consultancy and IT solutions to worldwide clients in the naval and air navigation industries
• Expert on business development in international markets and Customer Relationship Management

Shobhana Verghese

• WBFN Secretary for FY18, TSP Volunteer, Volunteer Engagement Team
• Indian citizen, fluent in English and Hindi
• Masters in English Literature, Fellowship at University of Cambridge, UK, Bachelor’s in Education
• Extensive experience and strategic leadership skills in the education space and Founder Principal of multinational, multi-cultural, dual curricula K-12 school in the UAE
• Consultant in quality assurance practices, school improvement and leadership development

Georgine Ahmad

• WBFN Longtime Volunteer since 1987 of Welcoming Team, Children Holiday Party, Teen Summer Program, Nominating Chair, Vice President of Margaret McNamara Educational Grant, Co-Chair of Arts & Crafts Fair
• Dutch National, fluent in English, Dutch, French
• Attended University of Amsterdam with work experience in the Netherlands, UK, France and Australia
• Business Owner and Realtor

Sury Suryati

• WBFN Volunteer Coordinator 2015, Executive Committee FY16, Nominating Chair FY17, CHP FY15 & FY16 Coordinator, TSP Volunteer
• Singaporean national, fluent in English, Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Holds a BSc in Economics and an MA in International Business
• Experienced Wealth Manager of High Net-worth clients; Business Owner of a client /event based industry with excellent organizational skills

Gisele Youmbi

• WBFN: Professional Development Program Coordinator, Nominating Committee Member, Book Project and MMEG Volunteer
• National of Cameroon, fluent in English, French and Italian
• Ph.D. in Pharmacology
• Areas of expertise: health care systems, pharmacy operations, pharmaceutical regulations and management of medical research projects with international experience
• Active in community development projects with an emphasis on public health, gender-based violence prevention, and education

Youmna Badr

• WBFN Youth and Special Events Volunteer since 2014 for Children Holiday Party, Open House, Welcoming Team and other major successful events
• Egyptian national, fluent in English and Arabic
• B.Sc. in Economics and Political Science
• Dedicated, full time mother and very active volunteer in charities and sponsorship of orphanages
• Team worker with excellent organizational skills

Alexandra Alba

• WBFN Editor since 2014
• Canadian national fluent in English and Spanish
• BA Honors English Literature and MS in Sociolinguistics
• Areas of work experience: advertising, teaching English as a second language, librarianship and editing
• 30+ years of extensive and rich experience as a WBG spouse who has relocated three times

Philippe Ruellan

• WBFN Volunteer since 2015 in the Social Media Team and IT Professional Group
• French national, fluent in French and English
• Master's degree in International Marketing
• 15 years' experience as digital marketing professional who worked at the interface of customer relations, business sales and digital services
• Experience in modernizing company customer service functions through web platforms, smart TV applications and other digital services

Marie-Noelle Sinou Taillandier

• French native. Fluent in English
• Engineer, M.S., Founder and CEO of Amakima, LLC. PMP (Project Management Professional) certified. NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programation) certified.
• Draws from her 19+ years of experience in complex project and contract management
• Has an active lifestyle, likes hiking, travel and meeting new people and considers relocation to the US a new life adventure
• To function, needs a regular shot of expresso, some cheese, dancing, and laughing with friends

Claudia Alvarez

• WBFN member since 2003, Worldwide Team member
• National of Columbia, fluent in English, French and Spanish
• Industrial Engineer with Masters in Agribusiness Administration
• Work experience includes a nonprofit organization where she took charge of all financial, administrative, marketing and fundraising work; volunteers in different organizations and is also a French and Spanish Tutor
• Relocated several times as WBG spouse, y posted in India since 2012

Padmini Makurkar

• ​WBFN Welcoming Committee since 2015, MMEG selection committee
• Indian national, fluent in English and Hindi
• Holds a Masters in Economics and a Masters in Finance. Certification in Cultural training
• Taught Economics and Finance in Mumbai, Tokyo and New York and worked as an Economist in Manila, during her several relocations
• Runs a free school for young children in India

Lorraine Fremond

• WBFN long time volunteer since 1996, Welcoming Team, International Cuisine Team Lead, Nominating Committee FY17
• UK National, fluent in English and French
• Worked in Washington at Georgetown Hospital in the Patient Relations Department, organizing volunteers, translations and dealing with patient inquiries
• Vice President of the International Group of Libreville, and worked as an ESL teacher in Benin at the French School
• Relocated several times as a WBG spouse

Laila Azoor

• WBFN volunteer since 2015 in the Welcoming Team, Children Holiday Party, and other Office events
• Sri Lankan national fluent in English
• Holding a bachelor’s in Business Management
• Interests include editing and writing, reading and playing table tennis