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Our vision embodies the determination to take action and the desire to promote togetherness, unity, social responsibility and progress. By representing you, our community, it is important that you keep us informed of your needs as a member of the Druze faith, and of the challenges that may be facing you as a family. Your concerns and feedback are always welcome and will certainly be addressed. Your involvement in this society is crucial for its growth and prosperity. We owe it to our children to provide them with a solid community of friends and family with whom they can interact, share, and learn. Your support and trust in our abilities as a Board is what we respectfully ask for. Together we can work side by side for the betterment of our great society.

Walid Nasr

President

Walid Nasr, a native of Lebanon, is a U.S. Veteran with distinguished service in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Space Force. He holds a B.S. in Biological and Chemical Sciences from the University of Houston, along with two master’s degrees in International Relations and Military Science. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Public Policy, specializing in National Security Policy. Walid is married to Rowaida Radwan, originally from Orlando, Florida.

Samar Abilmona

Past President

Samar Fayad Abilmona born in Lebanon, and moved to Virginia during High School age in mid 70s. She was married to late Hassan Abilmona and raised a family of four loving children: Shadi, Zeina, Sandra, and Sally.

She achieved certificates in Office Administration at NOVA and TV & Radio Announcing at Columbia School of Broadcasting. Professionally, she is known as Summer Belman and has achieved multiple awards during hotel sales management positions in DC and was an active member of NTA, SGMP, CMP & DC CVB since 2005 until March 2020 when business was shut down due to COVID-19.

Samar has been an active member of the ADS DC Chapter since the early 80s and served one term as VP then as Committee Chair of the outing event (Odyssey Cruise) during the ADS National Convention in 2009. She is very passionate about family ties and dream of having a large community that enjoys great cultural, educational, and fun events in an ADS community center in the near future.

Zaina Rasamny

Vice President

Zaina brings a unique multicultural background, having lived in Dubai and Lebanon.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, specializing in Information and Decision Systems from the esteemed American University of Beirut. Passionate about technology, continuous learning, and making a positive impact, Zaina excels as a Software Release Specialist.

She is optimistic that her drive, desire to help others, and global mindset will help add tremendous value to the DC chapter.

Open for nomination

Secretary

This position is currently open. Please reach out if you or someone you know is interested in filling it. Thank you.

Eiad Makled

Treasurer

Born in Swaida and came to US to live and study here. I work in high tech to guide organizations through complex challenges in the telecom and software architecture space.

With experience at major industry leaders such as IBM, Motorola, Siemens AG. Previously, I served in South Florida ADS chapter responsible of Media Operations. And moved to Virginia, Falls Church with my spouse Sonaia and Son Ameer over in 2019. I love keeping up with technology news, innovations, history, play chess and spend good time with my family and friends.

I look forward to be an effective member with our local ADS chapter and in our loved ADS organization for the good of our unique and broader community.

Open for nomination

ADYA Director

This position is currently open. Please reach out if you or someone you know is interested in filling it. Thank you.

Serene Abou-Ghayda

ADYA Vice Director

Coming soon!

Amal Fayad

Board Member

Amal Halabi Fayad, originally from Mtein in northern Lebanon, is married to Moufid Fayad from Sofar and has a 19-year-old son named Michael. She moved to the United States in 2006, starting her career in child care to stay close to her son. She is currently the Cafeteria Manager for Spotsylvania County Schools.

Amal is energetic, loves life, enjoys bringing people together, and is proud to serve on the board of the ADS Chapter of Washington, DC, along with the National ladies auxiliary organization, and charitable affairs organizations.

Ghassan khalek

Board Member

Ghassan was born in Lebanon and moved to the U.S. in 1972. He graduated from George Washington University in 1980 with B.S. in Electrical Engineering. He then acquired his master’s degree in Engineering Management in 1984. Ghassan currently works for the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and has been there since 1984.

Ghassan has been an ADS member for the past 48 years. He attended over seventeen ADS conventions, the first being in West Virginia in 1975. Ghassan held several positions on the Washington DC Chapter Board in the past including President and Vice President. In addition, he previously served on the ADS National Board for four years.

Ghassan is married to Iman Khalek and has two children, Ronny and Lara.

Mike Karame

Board Member

Majed Karameh (aka Abou Rachid) was born and raised in Lebanon. Started his professional career with the Lebanese Air Force (LAF) in 1980 as a cadet officer pilot, progressing through the ranks until he became a Brigadier General in 2010. In 2015, he got his early retirement and immigrated with his wife Rima and their children Lama, Rachid and Selma to the Washington DC area, to become American citizens in 2018.

He started his new journey by taking every opportunity to be a good and valuable citizen, and to pay back this great country that embraced him and his family and gave them a safe haven. He volunteered as a sponsor to International Students in the National Defense University in Washington, DC, where he received, a few years ago, his Master’s Degree in National Security and Resource Strategy. He is also an active participant in community service projects, such as the “Aging in Place” and “Neighbor Assist” programs, which assist senior homeowners by offering them technical and handy assistance to address small and urgent issues in their homes.

Finally, he is a member of the ADS, and since 2017, he was assigned as the representative of Mashiakhat al-Aql in DC area, working to foster and preserve Druze traditions and values within our community, especially among the young generation and newlyweds.

karim ismail

Board Member

Karim has a passion for modern technology as well as anything involving the automotive world. Currently working at an Aviation Association managing all airports in the country’s Certified Badging and Training Systems with the FAA.

Born in Lebanon and moved to United States with his family in 2001. Karim has been a part of the ADS through his family and self involved for several years. Having Karim’s family keeping him involved with the community, Karim grew a bond to the experience of keeping the roots of the Druze community involved within the youth and looks forward to the opportunity of being a board member to provide his best effort to the DC chapter.

May Andary

Ladies Auxiliary Representative

I have been a resident in the Washington metropolitan area for over 20 years. I was a chairwoman for the ladies auxiliary for 3 years from 2014 till 2017. A board member for the DC chapter for 4 years. I am currently the chairwoman for the ladies auxiliary.

BAHAA HAMZE

Technical Director

Coming soon!