The People Behind AMAAC

Our Team

Our diverse and inspiring team is committed to fulfilling AMAAC’s vision. Our members combine deep expertise and a shared passion for peace and justice.

Dr. Tamara Alqolaghassi President Dr. Alqolaghassi is a multifaceted entrepreneur who heads Capital Investment Holding Group and its subsidiaries; she also serves as CEO of $Pay Rem, president of the American International Education Federation and chairperson of global development bodies. Her work spans leadership, management, investment and education, and she leads international initiatives that align business innovation with UN Sustainable Development Goals. CV Linkedin
Dr. Abdullah Abbas Vice President An Egyptian physician turned entrepreneur,
Dr. Abbas founded his first export import company in 1999 and later launched a series of global ventures including Falcon, OCTA, Beovita, Bionatural America and the PropTech super app Kemedar. He is known for combining IT innovation, international marketing and strategic planning; his companies operate in more than 25 countries and apply blockchain and AI in real estate technology. CV Linkedin
Hazem Qashou Board of Directors Hazem Qashou is a prominent Jordanian politician and experienced engineering consultant who previously served as Minister of Municipal Affairs and later as a respected
member of the Jordanian parliament. He now acts as deputy and secretary general of the Al Rissala Party, actively supporting regional cooperation, democratic values, sustainable development, and issues such as Morocco’s territorial integrity and national unity. CV Linkedin
Dr. Hussein Ahmad Qassem Board of Directors Dr. Hussein is a Lebanese scholar specializing in Islamic education with a PhD in educational supervision. He authored encyclopedias adopted by education authorities in Lebanon and Qatar. He served as head of Awqaf in Rashaya, board member of Bekaa Awqaf, and assistant dean at the University of Tripoli’s College of Education. He also founded Rawafid School, Al-Farouq Mosque, and Dar Al-Tarbiah Al-Hadithah, which printed hundreds of thousands of Qur’ans in multiple languages. CV Linkedin
Dr. Hayatullah Atid General Assembly Founder and chairman of the Organization for Talent Development and Entrepreneurship (OTED), Dr. Atid is an Afghan-born consultant with doctorates in human development and Islamic economics who trains professionals across Asia and the Middle East. The Afghan embassy in Japan has noted his leadership of civil society groups, his dedication to assisting the Afghan people, and his efforts in promoting sustainable education. CV Linkedin
Prof. Yusuf Abdulghaffar Al Abbasi General Assembly Professor Yusuf Abdulghaffar Al Abbasi is an international expert in renewable energy and sustainable development with over 40 years of academic and leadership experience. He holds a PhD in energy engineering from the University of Leeds and has led major institutions, including founding Kingdom University in Bahrain. He has written 23 books and many research papers, earning awards such as the Crown Prince Award for Scientific Research and the Global Pioneer Award in Renewable Energy. CV Linkedin
Dr. Mariam Khan General Assembly Dr. Mariam Khan is the founder and president of Pakistan’s Community Development Foundation and co-founder of the Global Women’s Development Network. Since 2009, she has championed women’s economic empowerment and has grown CDF into a network of 50 partner institutions, using information technology initiatives to connect women with global opportunities. CV Linkedin
Dr. Abdelrahim Al Hour Board of Trustees Dr. Abdelrahim Ali Al Hour is a journalist specialising in social economics who produces and presents the television programme “Anta Wa Malok” on Al Jazeera. He also serves on the administration of Al Wehda Medical Group, consults on business development for Q Auto (Audi & Volkswagen), and lectures at Qatar Finance & Business Academy and Qatar Aeronautical College. CV Linkedin
Dr. Bader Al Hussinan Board of Trustees Dr. Al Hussinan is Senior Vice President and Head of the Payments Section at Riyad Bank, where he brings over 20 years of extensive experience in payment operations and financial technology innovation. He collaborates closely with the Saudi Central Bank on strategic remittance initiatives, previously managed the SARIE system, and leads Riyad Bank’s seamless adoption of ISO 2022 standards CV Linkedin
Mohammed Hassani Advisory Board An Algerian business leader and veteran trade unionist, Mohammed Hassani heads the Algerian Forum for Import Export, Trading & Investment (AFIETI).
He previously worked in the FLN and at the petroleum firm Naftal, created the National Federation of Real Estate Agencies, and has been active in national anti-corruption and economic reform efforts. CV Linkedin
Mariam Al Sharif Ibrahim Al Hindi Advisory Board Mariam is a Sudanese architect and strategist, founder of the Vision Center for Planning and Strategic Consultation, an independent think tank collaborating with Sudan’s government. She represented Sudan at a U.S. investment conference and served as a goodwill ambassador, receiving international recognition. CV Linkedin
Dr. Ali Mahamat Abdoulaye Advisory Board Dr. Ali Mahamat Abdoulaye is a Chadian educator and media figure with degrees in Arabic language, educational planning, and media, as well as honorary doctorates in peace and coexistence. He founded and edits Chad’s Peace newspaper and holds leadership roles in several educational, charitable, and youth organizations. CV Linkedin