Board of Directors
LEADERS IN GLOBAL RESILIENCE
Shaping a safer world together
Dr. Eddie Ijjasz, former World Bank Regional Director for Africa, brings extensive experience managing an $80 billion investment portfolio across 90+ countries. His expertise spans climate change, disaster risk management, and sustainable development. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. from MIT in civil and environmental engineering.
Dr. Ede Ijjasz-Vasquez
Global Sustainable Development & Infrastructure Expert
Dr. Rooyani brings 45 years of international development expertise, managing over $11B in USAID contracts across multiple continents. His work spans construction oversight, infrastructure development, and knowledge management in challenging environments. He holds a Ph.D. in Pedogenesis from Utah State University.
Dr. Firouz Rooyani
International Development & Infrastructure Program Expert
Jamie Claire, Managing Principal of Zweig Group, combines expertise in law, banking, and AEC industry consulting. She specializes in mergers & acquisitions and building long-term value for firms. She founded ElevateHer and holds MBA and JD degrees, while serving on multiple boards including Miyamoto International.
Jamie Claire Kiser, J.D.
Strategic Finance & AEC Industry Expert
Tom K. Chan brings 35+ years of expertise in structural and earthquake engineering, specializing in seismic risk assessment and mitigation. He has led major infrastructure projects for water agencies and provided structural engineering solutions for Fortune 500 companies, including IBM and Bank of America.
Tom K. Chan, S.E
Structural & Seismic Engineering Expert
Dr. Miyamoto, Global CEO of Miyamoto International and California Seismic Safety Commissioner, is a world-leading expert in disaster resiliency and reconstruction. He advises major international organizations and governments, having led critical response efforts for earthquakes in Haiti, Nepal, Mexico, and beyond.
Dr. Kit Miyamoto
Global CEO & Structural Engineer