Meet the Visionaries Behind

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Ishfaq Chaman

Founder, President & Visionary

 As the Founder, President, and Visionary behind this initiative, I have dedicated more than twenty-five years to empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and creating sustainable pathways for social and economic transformation. What began as a vision to inspire positive change has evolved into a mission-driven movement committed to expanding opportunities, fostering innovation, and improving lives across diverse communities.

Throughout my leadership journey, I have served organizations and institutions in strategic and executive roles, gaining extensive experience in organizational development, community empowerment, education, technology, leadership, and sustainable development. These experiences have strengthened my belief that meaningful and lasting change is achieved when vision, compassion, innovation, and collective action come together.

Driven by a deep commitment to service, I founded this organization to address pressing societal challenges while creating opportunities for individuals, families, and communities to thrive. My vision is to build an organization that not only responds to today’s needs but also invests in future generations through education, skills development, technology, entrepreneurship, and community advancement.

As President, I provide strategic direction and leadership to ensure that our mission remains impactful, sustainable, and aligned with the evolving needs of the communities we serve. I work closely with our Board of Directors, partners, donors, volunteers, and stakeholders to cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, innovation, and measurable impact.

Under my leadership, the organization focuses on:

  • Advancing a bold and transformative vision for sustainable community development.
  • Building strong partnerships with donors, foundations, governments, and private-sector stakeholders.
  • Developing innovative and high-impact programs that create measurable and lasting change.
  • Ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of all resources.
  • Strengthening organizational capacity through effective governance and strategic planning.
  • Empowering future leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers through education, technology, and skills development.
  • Expanding opportunities for underserved and vulnerable populations to achieve self-reliance and prosperity.

I firmly believe that every person has the potential to make a meaningful contribution to society when given the right opportunities, support, and encouragement. This belief continues to inspire our work and fuels our commitment to building stronger, more resilient, and more inclusive communities.

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Saima Samuel

Executive Director

As Executive Director of RISE INTL, Ms. Saima Samuel is dedicated to advancing education, opportunity, dignity, and empowerment for underserved communities. Drawing on her experience as an educator, entrepreneur, trainer, motivational speaker, and community leader, she brings a practical, compassionate, and people-centered approach to creating pathways for sustainable change. 

Through RISE INTL, Ms. Samuel supports initiatives that expand access to quality education, develop practical skills, empower women and youth, strengthen communities, promote inclusion and interfaith harmony, and contribute to sustainable development. Her leadership reflects RISE INTL’s commitment to education, women’s empowerment, skill enlightenment, climate awareness, human rights, and meaningful community engagement. 

Working alongside RISE INTL’s team, partners, volunteers, and supporters, she is committed to turning ideas into meaningful action and creating lasting opportunities for individuals and communities who may otherwise remain underserved. 

Call to Action: Partner with RISEIntl.org to support education, peacebuilding, skills training, and community empowerment programs that help children, youth, women, and vulnerable communities build a more hopeful and sustainable future in Pakistan and beyond. 

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Junaid Gabriel

VP and Secretary Finance

As Secretary Finance, I am responsible for overseeing the financial health and integrity of the organization. My core responsibilities include:
Budget Oversight: Collaborating with the Executive Director and Treasurer to develop, monitor, and report on the organization’s annual budget.
Financial Reporting: Preparing and presenting clear, accurate financial statements to the board to support informed decision-making.
Compliance & Record-Keeping: Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, donor requirements, and internal policies while maintaining organized and transparent financial records.
Fund Management: Managing the allocation and monitoring of funds across programs, including grants, donations, and operational expenditures.
Policy Development: Contributing to the development and revision of financial policies and internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure accountability.
Board Liaison: Serving as a trusted financial advisor to the board, providing strategic guidance grounded in fiscal analysis.

 

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Noel Patras

Chief Advancement Officer

Mr. Noel Patras is the Chief Advancement & Technology Officer at RISE International, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to education, technology, youth empowerment, skills development, and sustainable community transformation.

As a forward-thinking leader, Noel oversees strategic advancement initiatives, digital transformation, technology innovation, stakeholder engagement, and organizational development. He plays a key role in designing and implementing technology-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency, governance, and program impact across the organization.

With extensive experience in strategic planning, social media marketing, partnership development, digital communications, and nonprofit management, Noel is passionate about leveraging technology and innovation to create sustainable social impact. His expertise in building strategic alliances and connecting organizations, donors, partners, and community leaders has contributed significantly to the growth and visibility of RISE International.

Noel is recognized for his creative problem-solving abilities, results-oriented leadership style, and commitment to excellence. He continuously champions innovative approaches that strengthen organizational capacity, expand opportunities for collaboration, and advance the mission of empowering individuals and communities through education, technology, and economic development.

Areas of Expertise

  • Strategic Development & Organizational Growth
  • Technology Innovation & Digital Transformation
  • Nonprofit Leadership & Governance
  • Social Media Campaigns & Digital Marketing
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building
  • Project Management & Operational Excellence
  • Community Development & Social Impact
  • Fundraising, Advancement & Network Development

“Driving innovation, building partnerships, and leveraging technology to create lasting social impact.”

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