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Director @ Voice of America | Award Winning Journalist, Manager and Strategist
washington, district of columbia, united states
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Claim your profileI’m the Director of VOA’s South & Central Asia Division, overseeing news operations across 10 countries in more than 10 languages. As a seasoned storyteller and communications strategist, I’ve driven 2.5 billion annual video views on social media—including a 300% Instagram surge—by training teams in cutting-edge visual storytelling.Under my leadership, VOA’s brand has soared in key regions. In Pakistan, we became a household name, often cited by local media. In Turkey, new affiliate partnerships expanded our reach. In Afghanistan, despite a Taliban ban, 60% of mobile users accessed our content, with 94% trusting it.My passion lies in academic and human rights contexts, but my multimedia and strategic expertise spans diverse settings, positioning me for impactful roles in corporate or mission-driven spaces.Beyond the resume, I bring stories—like being live on air for President Obama’s second acceptance speech, going undercover in ISIS-held Afghanistan, or reporting from Kabul during the Taliban takeover. I’m here for more than connections—I’m here for conversations that spark ideas. Let’s talk about what’s next!