The Asia Foundation Executive and Leadership Team

Khan Ali, the Chief Executive Officer at The Asia Foundation, directs the overarching strategic vision for international development initiatives across the Asian region. Ali architects high-level partnerships with governmental and non-governmental entities to advance governance and economic opportunity. By aligning organizational resources with the mission of improving lives, the Chief Executive Officer ensures that regional programs maintain focus on environmental resilience and women's empowerment. Khan Ali monitors the performance of diverse country offices, ensuring that local expertise informs every programmatic decision. This leadership role requires constant collaboration with the Board to secure long-term sustainability for the nonprofit. Through rigorous oversight of regional operations, Ali maintains the integrity of the foundation's mission. The Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of accountability, driving measurable impact across all 18 countries of operation. Ultimately, Ali secures the foundation's position as a leader in international development.

Laurel Miller, the President & Chief Executive Officer at The Asia Foundation, manages the executive direction and global policy engagement for the organization. Miller oversees the integration of international cooperation goals into the broader development framework, ensuring that the foundation addresses complex regional challenges effectively. As the President & Chief Executive Officer, Miller represents the organization in high-level diplomatic forums, advocating for policies that empower women and strengthen governance. Laurel Miller coordinates with the leadership team to refine the strategic roadmap, focusing on expanding economic opportunity in developing markets. This role involves balancing the needs of the Washington, DC office with the operational realities of the 18 Asian country offices. By championing innovation in development practices, Miller drives the organization toward greater environmental resilience. The President & Chief Executive Officer maintains a clear focus on long-term impact, ensuring that every initiative aligns with the core mission of improving lives.

Pam Joyce, the Member, President's Leadership Council at The Asia Foundation, provides strategic guidance and external perspective to support the organization's mission of improving lives across Asia. Joyce contributes to the development of long-term initiatives that focus on empowering women and expanding economic opportunity. As a Member, President's Leadership Council, Joyce advises the executive team on market trends and stakeholder engagement strategies that enhance the foundation's regional influence. Pam Joyce participates in high-level discussions regarding the foundation's impact on governance and international cooperation, offering insights that bridge the gap between global policy and local implementation. This role involves fostering connections with external partners to broaden the foundation's reach and resource base. By leveraging professional expertise, the Member, President's Leadership Council supports the foundation's efforts to build environmental resilience. Joyce ensures that the leadership council remains focused on achieving sustainable development outcomes across all operational geographies.

Behnaz Raufi, the Chief of Staff at The Asia Foundation, facilitates communication and operational alignment between the executive office and the broader organizational network. Raufi manages the internal workflow, ensuring that strategic priorities set by the leadership team receive consistent attention across all departments. As the Chief of Staff, Raufi coordinates high-level meetings and monitors the execution of key organizational goals, including the promotion of international cooperation. Behnaz Raufi optimizes administrative processes to support the foundation's 18 country offices, allowing for more efficient resource allocation. This role involves synthesizing complex information for the executive team to support informed decision-making regarding governance and economic development. By streamlining internal operations, Raufi enhances the foundation's ability to respond to dynamic regional needs. The Chief of Staff maintains a focus on organizational health, ensuring that internal structures support the mission of improving lives across Asia.

Keith Roznowski, the Chief Operations Officer at The Asia Foundation, manages the logistical and infrastructure requirements necessary to support development programs across 18 Asian countries. Roznowski architects scalable operational frameworks that allow the foundation to deliver services effectively in diverse and challenging environments. As the Chief Operations Officer, Roznowski oversees the financial and administrative systems that underpin the organization's work in governance and environmental resilience. Keith Roznowski ensures that all regional offices adhere to rigorous compliance standards while maintaining the flexibility required for local impact. This role involves close collaboration with the executive team to align operational capacity with the foundation's strategic growth objectives. By optimizing supply chains and administrative support, the Chief Operations Officer drives efficiency across the entire network. Roznowski maintains a focus on operational excellence, ensuring that the foundation's resources directly support the mission of improving lives throughout the region.