AMIDEAST Executive and Leadership Team

Greta Holtz, the Chief Executive Officer & President at AMIDEAST, directs the overarching strategic vision for educational expansion across the Middle East and North Africa. Overseeing the organization's mission to bridge skill gaps, the Chief Executive Officer & President manages high-level partnerships with government agencies and private sector employers. This leadership role involves architecting long-term growth strategies that enhance institutional capacity and academic preparation within diverse regional contexts. By aligning organizational resources with global educational standards, Greta Holtz ensures the delivery of culturally informed training programs. The Chief Executive Officer & President maintains rigorous oversight of operational infrastructure to guarantee that educational interventions remain effective and scalable. Through constant engagement with international stakeholders, the Chief Executive Officer & President secures the necessary support to advance human capital development. Holtz drives the organization toward sustainable impact by fostering innovation in language instruction and professional development initiatives across all operational territories.

Mondher Ayed, the President & Chief Executive Officer at AMIDEAST, executes the operational mandate to strengthen organizational capacity through localized educational solutions. Managing the day-to-day execution of programs, the President & Chief Executive Officer ensures that service delivery meets the specific needs of communities throughout the Middle East and North Africa. This leadership role involves coordinating with regional offices to optimize the implementation of language proficiency and professional skills training. By streamlining internal processes, Mondher Ayed enhances the efficiency of educational quality improvement programs. The President & Chief Executive Officer monitors performance metrics to ensure that all initiatives effectively address critical skill gaps in the global marketplace. Through direct collaboration with local institutions, the President & Chief Executive Officer facilitates sustained engagement and institutional development. Ayed drives the organization's commitment to excellence by maintaining high standards in program design and delivery across the entire operational footprint.

Debby Blazquez, the Finance Chief Financial Officer & Vice President at AMIDEAST, manages the fiscal health and resource allocation required to support educational programming across the Middle East and North Africa. Overseeing the financial infrastructure, the Finance Chief Financial Officer & Vice President ensures that funding for language instruction and professional development remains stable and transparent. This leadership role involves architecting robust financial models that support the organization's long-term sustainability and institutional growth. By monitoring budgetary compliance and investment strategies, Debby Blazquez provides the necessary capital to fuel regional expansion and educational quality improvement. The Finance Chief Financial Officer & Vice President collaborates with executive leadership to align financial resources with strategic priorities. Through meticulous oversight of fiscal operations, the Finance Chief Financial Officer & Vice President secures the financial foundation for all human capital initiatives. Blazquez drives fiscal accountability to ensure that every dollar invested directly enhances educational access and community impact.

Leslie Nucho, the Vice President, Programs at AMIDEAST, directs the design and implementation of comprehensive educational initiatives throughout the Middle East and North Africa. Overseeing the entire portfolio of language instruction and professional skills training, the Vice President, Programs ensures that all interventions address critical skill gaps effectively. This leadership role involves coordinating with regional teams to tailor educational solutions to specific community needs and institutional requirements. By fostering partnerships with local stakeholders, Leslie Nucho enhances the reach and relevance of academic preparation programs. The Vice President, Programs monitors the quality of service delivery to ensure alignment with the organization's mission of building human capital. Through strategic planning and program evaluation, the Vice President, Programs optimizes the impact of institutional development initiatives. Nucho drives the continuous improvement of educational programming by integrating feedback from the field into future service models, thereby strengthening the organization's overall market position.