Leadership and Board of Directors
PLEDJ employs a strategic women-led and collaborative nonprofit leadership model that fosters inclusive governance, deep community engagement, and resilient organizational culture. This approach leverages the strengths of diverse leadership and shared decision-making to drive systemic change, build trust, and amplify long-term impact across sectors.
Board of Directors
PLEDJ's board of directors comprises internationally respected leaders from diverse professional backgrounds, including technology, education, public policy, and social entrepreneurship. Representing multiple continents and cultures, the board brings a global perspective and a wealth of interdisciplinary expertise to guide the our work.
Chairperson
Marisa Samek
Vice President
Matthew Price-Gallagher
Treasurer
Stephen Hecht
Secretary
Paul Beck
Members
Brian Bronfman
Manahil Ali Saeed Ali
Soryl Rosenberg
Hanya Omar
Mona Khoury
Rachad Antonius
Claudia Bierman