Alinea International Executive and Leadership Team

Sarah Friendship, the Alinea Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia Pacific) at Alinea International, directs strategic development initiatives across the Asia Pacific region. Overseeing complex international development projects, Friendship ensures technical expertise reaches communities requiring governance and health support. This leadership role involves coordinating with global investors and government partners to scale humanitarian resilience programs. By aligning regional operations with the broader corporate mission, Sarah Friendship optimizes project delivery and enhances the impact of development interventions. Friendship maintains rigorous standards for project management, ensuring that every initiative addresses evolving global challenges effectively. Through constant engagement with stakeholders, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia Pacific) fosters growth and stability, securing long-term improvements in living standards across diverse markets. This executive leadership remains vital for maintaining the operational excellence required to navigate the intricate landscape of international development consulting.

Mia Urbano, the Alinea & The Pacific Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia) at Alinea International, manages large-scale consultancy operations focused on prosperity and growth within Asian markets. Architecting strategies for peace and security, Urbano ensures that regional projects align with the company's commitment to lasting change. This role requires close collaboration with the Board to refine service delivery models in education and gender equality. By driving innovation in project management, Mia Urbano expands the reach of development services to underserved communities. Urbano monitors performance metrics to guarantee that every consultancy engagement meets the highest quality benchmarks. Through the oversight of regional teams, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia) strengthens the company's market position, ensuring that technical expertise translates into tangible societal benefits. This leadership function remains essential for sustaining the growth trajectory of the organization while addressing critical regional development needs.

Ruza Obad, the Chief Financial Officer at Alinea International, directs the global financial strategy and fiscal health of the organization. Overseeing capital allocation and budgetary planning, Obad ensures that resources support the successful execution of over 1,000 projects worldwide. This leadership role involves managing complex financial reporting requirements and maintaining transparency with investors and government partners. By optimizing internal financial controls, Ruza Obad secures the stability necessary for long-term growth and operational resilience. Obad works closely with other C-suite leaders to align fiscal objectives with the company's mission of improving lives through technical expertise. The Chief Financial Officer monitors global economic trends to mitigate risks, ensuring that the consultancy maintains a competitive edge in the international development sector. Through disciplined financial management, Obad supports the expansion of services into new markets, ultimately driving the overall success and sustainability of the entire corporate enterprise.

Kurt Jacobs, the Chief Financial Officer (APAC) at Alinea International, manages the fiscal operations and financial planning specifically for the Asia Pacific region. Overseeing regional budget compliance and project funding, Jacobs ensures that financial resources effectively support climate change and humanitarian resilience initiatives. This leadership role involves coordinating with regional directors to streamline project costs and maximize the impact of development investments. By implementing robust financial tracking systems, Kurt Jacobs provides the transparency required for successful government and investor partnerships. Jacobs collaborates with the global finance team to ensure regional fiscal strategies align with the broader corporate goals of the organization. The Chief Financial Officer (APAC) maintains rigorous oversight of regional expenditures, ensuring that every dollar contributes to the company's mission of delivering lasting change. Through precise financial stewardship, Jacobs secures the operational foundation necessary for continued growth and success across the Asia Pacific territory.