BA, Boston University; JD, George Washington University. With USAID: with Office of Middle East Programs and Regional Legal Adviser; pioneered integrated youth programming, social and economic entrepreneurship activities and higher education partnerships for Middle East and North Africa; currently, global focus on programming in early childhood, basic and higher education, youth and workforce development. Former Co-Chair, G8-BMENA Literacy Task Force. Recipient of H Shapiro and M Snyder public interest fellowships and multiple awards for meritorious service.