Susan Spry

Effective and compassionate leader with degrees in International Studies, Business, and Education Administration (all but dissertation for Ed. D). Accomplished chief program officer and executive director with years of international experience leading multicultural organizations, programs, projects, and teams. Goal-focused in networking with communities, ministries, and key local officials to achieve societal and contractual outcomes. Successful in collaborating with international NGOs, embassies, local and national governments, businesses, and local populations to find common ground. Skilled, determined, and personally motivated to open doors and expand possibilities for women, girls, and vulnerable populations, particularly in the MENA region. Excellent presentation and written communication skills with the ability to deliver results despite high levels of ambiguity. Trained and experienced in delivering programs in conflict and post-conflict areas with fluid security environments. Direct experience working in Iraq, Yemen, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Egypt.