Alinea International Executive and Leadership Team

Mia Urbano, the Alinea & The Pacific Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia) at Alinea International, directs strategic initiatives across the Asian market. Urbano architects high-impact development programs focusing on governance and economic growth. By managing complex stakeholder relationships with regional governments and private investors, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia) ensures project alignment with international standards. Mia Urbano oversees the integration of technical expertise into local community frameworks, fostering sustainable development outcomes. This leadership role involves navigating diverse regulatory environments to expand the footprint of the consultancy. Through rigorous oversight of regional operations, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia) maintains operational excellence and drives long-term value for clients. Urbano prioritizes the implementation of innovative strategies to address evolving regional challenges, ensuring that every project contributes to the broader mission of improving lives through professional management and technical excellence.

Sarah Friendship, the Alinea Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia Pacific) at Alinea International, manages large-scale development portfolios throughout the Asia Pacific region. Friendship drives initiatives centered on health, education, and humanitarian resilience, ensuring that technical solutions meet the specific needs of diverse communities. By coordinating with global partners and local stakeholders, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia Pacific) secures project funding and operational success. Sarah Friendship monitors the performance of multi-country programs, adjusting strategies to maximize impact and efficiency. This executive role requires constant collaboration with the board to refine the corporate vision for regional expansion. Through the application of specialized management expertise, the Co-Chief Executive Officer (Asia Pacific) strengthens the market position of the firm. Friendship maintains a focus on delivering measurable results, consistently aligning regional activities with the overarching goal of fostering prosperity and growth in developing economies.

Ruza Obad, the Chief Financial Officer at Alinea International, directs the global financial strategy and fiscal health of the organization. Obad architects robust budgeting frameworks and capital allocation plans that support the execution of over 1,000 projects worldwide. By overseeing corporate accounting, risk management, and financial reporting, the Chief Financial Officer ensures transparency and compliance across all international operations. Ruza Obad manages the financial infrastructure necessary to sustain long-term growth and stability in the competitive consulting industry. This leadership role involves providing critical data-driven insights to the executive team to inform strategic decision-making regarding new market entries and service expansion. Through the optimization of internal financial processes, the Chief Financial Officer enhances operational efficiency. Obad maintains rigorous control over fiscal resources, ensuring that the firm remains well-positioned to deliver technical expertise and management solutions to governments and private sector partners globally.

Kurt Jacobs, the Chief Financial Officer (APAC) at Alinea International, manages the financial operations and economic performance of the firm within the Asia Pacific region. Jacobs architects regional fiscal policies that support the delivery of complex development projects in diverse markets. By monitoring regional cash flow, tax compliance, and project-specific budgets, the Chief Financial Officer (APAC) ensures the financial viability of all local initiatives. Kurt Jacobs collaborates with regional leadership to align financial resources with operational goals, facilitating the expansion of services in governance and climate change sectors. This executive role involves mitigating financial risks associated with international development work and ensuring the efficient allocation of capital across regional offices. Through the implementation of precise financial controls, the Chief Financial Officer (APAC) supports the broader mission of the company. Jacobs drives fiscal accountability, ensuring that regional projects remain sustainable and impactful for all stakeholders involved.