Ghafari Associates Executive and Leadership Team

Kouhaila Hammer, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Ghafari Associates, directs the overarching strategic vision for the global engineering and architecture firm. Overseeing the integration of process design and construction services, the President & Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment across all international business units. This leadership role involves driving long-term growth initiatives while maintaining the high standards of technical excellence synonymous with the company. By fostering innovation in project delivery, Kouhaila Hammer directly impacts the competitive positioning of the firm within the global construction market. The President & Chief Executive Officer collaborates with the board to refine corporate objectives and expand market reach. Ultimately, Hammer secures the financial and operational health of the organization through disciplined management and a commitment to delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure projects that define the modern built environment.

Keith Sherman, the Chief Financial Officer at Ghafari Associates, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the global engineering and construction enterprise. Overseeing financial reporting, risk assessment, and budgetary planning, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the firm maintains the liquidity required for large-scale international projects. This leadership role involves analyzing market trends to guide investment in new architecture and process design technologies. By streamlining financial operations and optimizing cost structures, Keith Sherman directly impacts the profitability and sustainability of the company. The Chief Financial Officer collaborates with executive leadership to evaluate the financial viability of global expansion efforts and long-term infrastructure contracts. Ultimately, Sherman provides the fiscal discipline necessary to support the firm's mission, ensuring that every project delivers maximum value to clients while maintaining strong margins for the organization.

Ali Solaksubasi, the Operations President, International at Ghafari Associates, directs the execution of engineering and construction projects across global markets. Overseeing the operational performance of international business units, the Operations President, International ensures that project delivery meets the rigorous standards of the firm. This leadership role involves managing cross-border logistics, regulatory compliance, and client relationships in diverse geographic regions. By optimizing project workflows and resource allocation, Ali Solaksubasi directly impacts the successful completion of large-scale infrastructure and process design initiatives. The Operations President, International collaborates with regional teams to adapt service delivery to local market nuances while maintaining global quality benchmarks. Ultimately, Solaksubasi drives the expansion of the firm's international footprint, ensuring that all global operations remain aligned with the overarching strategic goals of the company and the specific needs of international clients.

Nick Purohit, the President, Operations (India) at Ghafari Associates, directs the engineering and design delivery functions within the Indian market. Overseeing the local operational teams, the President, Operations (India) ensures that architectural and process design projects align with the firm's global quality standards. This leadership role involves managing local talent, overseeing project timelines, and ensuring technical accuracy in complex construction documentation. By driving operational efficiency within the regional office, Nick Purohit directly impacts the firm's ability to support global clients with cost-effective and high-quality engineering solutions. The President, Operations (India) coordinates with international leadership to integrate regional output into the broader global project pipeline. Ultimately, Purohit secures the success of the firm's presence in the region, ensuring that local operations contribute significantly to the overall growth and technical reputation of the organization.

Robert Bell, the Chief Information Officer at Ghafari Associates, architects the digital infrastructure supporting global engineering and construction workflows. Overseeing the implementation of advanced design software and secure data management systems, the Chief Information Officer ensures seamless collaboration across international project teams. This leadership role involves modernizing the technological stack to enhance precision in process design and architectural modeling. By optimizing digital security protocols and cloud-based project management tools, Robert Bell directly impacts the efficiency of complex engineering delivery. The Chief Information Officer works closely with operational leaders to integrate data-driven insights into daily construction management tasks. Ultimately, Bell drives the digital transformation of the firm, ensuring that all technical systems support the rigorous demands of global clients while maintaining robust protection for proprietary engineering data and intellectual property.

Christine McDermott, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Ghafari Associates, directs the talent acquisition and organizational development strategies for the global engineering and architecture firm. Overseeing workforce planning, employee engagement, and professional development programs, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures the company attracts top-tier engineering talent to support complex construction projects. This leadership role involves cultivating a culture of innovation and technical excellence across diverse international teams. By implementing robust training initiatives and performance management systems, Christine McDermott directly impacts the retention of specialized expertise within the organization. The Chief Human Resources Officer works with leadership to align human capital strategies with the evolving needs of the global construction industry. Ultimately, McDermott builds the organizational capacity required to execute high-stakes projects, ensuring that the firm remains a preferred employer for industry-leading architects, engineers, and consultants.