
OUR STORY
Founded in 1991, the Zaidal American Association is dedicated to uplifting our community in the U.S. and abroad through active service. We welcome you to get involved and help carry this legacy forward.
OUR VISION
Driven by commitment, transparency, and innovation, we dedicate ourselves to serving openly and creatively. These core values are the engine behind the Zaidal American Association’s success.
~ Meet the Team ~


President/Senior Board Representative
George Barakat

Vice President
Chris Salhab

Melanda Aboueid

Christina Dakhil

Alissa Durra

Raneem Durra

Sandy Durra

Matthew Elmalih

Cynthia Kasis

Miya Kassab

Rebecca Kassab

Crystl Kazni

Manal Maklouf

Wael Makhlouf

Karen Salama

Vanessa Salama

Juli Salhab

Mera Salhab

Angie Zakour

Britney Zakour

Angie Durra

Mary Durra

Sandra Durra

Alyssa Kassab

Tamer Kassab

Sally Kassis

Our Scholarship Committee
The ZAA proudly honors the dedicated members of our Scholarship Committee. These skilled professionals have worked collectively to ensure a fair and equitable selection process for all applicants. We thank them for their hard work, transparency, and commitment to our scholars.
Committee Members:
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Christina Dakhil (PharmD Candidate)
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Alissa Durra (Liberal Studies (B.A.))
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Sandy Durra (Kinesiology (M.S))
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Nour Dandouch (Educational Sciences (B.A.))
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Cynthia Kassis (Microbiology (B.S.))
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Vanessa Salameh (Public Health (B.S.))
