We are a group of experienced professionals in policy development, international relations, global trade and security, governance, communications, leadership and change management. This group of professionals have served at the highest and most senior levels in public and private sectors. We are all of Iranian origin. Our caliber and experience have withstood the test of time in challenging and complex environments. We have advised heads of state, senior leaders in large private and public organizations, as well as small tactical teams formed to solve specific problems around the world.
Board Of Directors
Honorable Bijan R. Kian
A twice Senate Confirmed Former member of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States, a former member of the White House Business Council, reporting directly to two presidents of the United States from both major political parties.
Azadeh Fazio
Azadeh Fazio, an entrepreneur, financial educator, and leadership coach, draws from her background in criminal justice and behavior analysis to empower individuals in entrepreneurship. With experience in public service in the U.S. Government, she focuses on fostering financial independence through wealth creation, protection, and entrepreneurship.
Morteza Anvari Ph.D.
A USA Senior Executive Strategist and Educator serving as the Director of Programs and Strategy at the ASA (FM&C). He is an expert in US-Iran conflicts and his educational site http://anvari.net is greatly referenced by decision-makers.
Amir Hamidi, Ph.D.
An internationally recognized expert in global terrorism. He served as Country Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in the United Arab Emirates, as well as a Resident Special Agent in Charge of the USDOJ-DEA.
Siavash Ayrom
Senior US Middle East policy analyst and researcher. Senior hospitality & media consultant at AHS.
Sam Kermanian
Managing Director at Parklane Investments and Director of Asset Management at ICO Investment Group. Among the most esteemed leaders of the Iranian-American Jewish community, he had previously served as the Secretary General of the Iranian American Jewish Federation.
Susan Azizzadeh
Susan Azizzadeh is an active and compelling member of the Iranian-American community. Serving as President of the Iranian-American Jewish Federation from 2014 to 2022, Mrs. Azizzadeh has effectively united a diverse community on an international scale through her leadership on topics of social justice, gender equality, and human rights. Her commendable hard work and dedication have enabled IAJF to establish strong relationships with many local and Federal Government officials within the State Department and Department of Foreign Affairs to combat antisemitism. She is a Board member of the Persian American Women Conferences (PAWC), Persian American Civic Action Network (PACAN) and Los Angeles Consular Corps Spouses Association( LACCSA). Currently Susan Azizzadeh is serving on the Board of Iranian American Jewish Federation. She is Advisor to the President and co-chair of the Emergency Fund.