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Our Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated professionals driving Hope Foundation's mission globally.

Executive Leadership

Dr. Sarah Chen

Dr. Sarah Chen

Founder & Executive Director

Ph.D. in Public Health with 20+ years in international development. Founded Hope Foundation to create systemic change in underserved communities.

James Okafor

James Okafor

Chief Operations Officer

MBA from Stanford. Previously scaled operations at 3 nonprofits. Ensures impact efficiency and sustainable growth globally.

Maria Rodríguez

Maria Rodríguez

Director of Programs

Expert in education & healthcare delivery. 15 years designing community-centered programs across 20+ countries.

Rajesh Patel

Rajesh Patel

Chief Financial Officer

CPA with nonprofit expertise. Maintains transparency and ensures every dollar creates maximum impact.

Dr. Amina Hassan

Dr. Amina Hassan

Chief Medical Officer

MD specializing in tropical medicine. Directs healthcare initiatives and trains medical teams in field regions.

Michael Thompson

Michael Thompson

VP of Fundraising & Partnerships

Philanthropic strategist with network of 500+ donors and corporate partners. Raised $500M+ for international causes.

Board of Directors

Hon. Judge Patricia Lee

Board Chair

Former UN Ambassador, 30+ years international law expertise

Dr. Robert Kwame

Board Member

Africa leading health economist, infectious disease expert

Ms. Elena Moretti

Board Member

Impact investor, founded 5 social enterprises, gender advocate

Prof. Marcus Johnson

Board Member

Lead professor development economics, policy advisor

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