Our Team

Meet the dedicated team behind AAISA

AAISA Team

Meet our team of dedicated professionals who bring their expertise and passion to support the mission of AAISA.

Management

Kathryn Friesen

Executive Director
Management

Marokh Yousifshahi

Manager - Strategic Development
Management

Laura Fryer

Manager - Programs & Services
Business Development & Administration

Nada Brown

Business Development & Outreach Coordinator
Business Development & Administration

Yujin Lee

Administrative Officer
Strategic Development

Abu Yandiev

Humanitarian Crisis Specialist
Strategic Development

Andrew Lam

Policy Specialist
Strategic Development

Celine Truong

Research & Policy Team Lead
Strategic Development

Crystal Guzman

Engagement & Research Lead
Strategic Development

Meghan Cunningham

Research & Policy Lead
Programs & Services

Aizel Castejon

Engagement Lead
Programs & Services

Amy Mai

Learning & Technology Coordinator
Programs & Services

Chloé McBean

Engagement Coordinator
Programs & Services

Elaine Malinis

Professional Development Lead
Programs & Services

Tino Mungoni

Professional Development & Certification Officer

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