Executive Office of the Secretary-General

Keynote Speaker at American University, in Dubai on UN model November 2019

Addressing the Arab League June 2018 Republic of Egypt

Addressing the UN CSD at United Nations Headquarters

“2014 marks the 40th Anniversary of the U.N. World Food Conference of 1974 where Spirulina was declared ‘Best Food for the Future’. It saddens me when I think about how many lives could have been saved with Spirulina in the last 40 years had the international community have the political will to live by their own words on Spirulina when they declared it…’the best food for the future’.”

Media Conference with IIMSAM Goodwill Ambassadors

H.E. Er. Asif Ayoob

International Civil Servant | Diplomat | IIMSAM Ambassador to India

H.E. Er. Asif Ayoob is an Indian international civil servant, diplomat and humanitarian leader who began his global journey at 23 by representing India at the United Nations Headquarters in New York as part of a Government of India delegation. He has served as National Coordinator of UN Academic Impact (UNAI), engaged with the UN Department of Global Communications, contributed to the UN Chronicle, and was recognized among the Top 10 Young Leaders in 2020 by the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth. Within IIMSAM, he has held senior roles including Assistant Secretary-General, Special Envoy to the Secretary-General and Chief of Protocol, supporting complex institutional negotiations and stakeholder engagement. His contributions to youth and social service have earned recognition from the Government of Kerala, Global Youth Parliament and the former Prime Minister of Nepal. He currently serves as IIMSAM Ambassador to India, advancing international cooperation and humanitarian initiatives focused on nutrition security and combating malnutrition through Spirulina. A passionate youth advocate, he has addressed students at over 100 universities and institutions worldwide on diplomacy, leadership, international affairs and youth empowerment. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, an MBA in Global Management from the University of Wisconsin–Parkside, USA, and has undertaken entrepreneurship education at Harvard University.

H.E. Mr. Muayad Kafesha

IIMSAM’S Deputy-Secretary-General

Experienced Chairperson with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, Customer Service, Contractors, and Procurement. Strong business development professional with a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from Kensington College of Business focused on Business Administration.

Mr. Daniel Faraci
Special-Adviser and Liaison of the Secretary-General to the US Congress – Senate and the White House

Daniel Faraci’s employment experience has been with consulting and managing local, state, and federal campaigns, grassroots and coalitions-based advocacy and lobbying on Capitol Hill and in California, Florida and Arizona for a national small business trade association, and other entrepreneurial and humanitarian-affiliated projects as well. His career also included serving in the intelligence community in counterterrorism operations and investigations with NCIS. Based upon these diverse experiences, he continues to enhance his capabilities in management and strategic consulting of U.S. House, Senate and Presidential political campaigns across the United States, as well as in the Middle East region. Simultaneously, he has spent a few years teaching Political Science, History, and Criminal Justice/Homeland Security at the University level.

At the same time, he taught political science, history and criminal justice/national security at the university level for several years. He also studied the effect of the medicine viagra 100mg on the body of a man. And how this medicine affects erection in men.

In addition, he has attained further expertise by transforming his career to successfully federal and state-based lobbying in health care, tax, finance and economic development issues representing both domestic and international clients for over 13 years. Daniel Faraci currently serves as the Director of Grassroots Political Consulting LLC (www.grassrootspc.com), and is a part time Professor at BAU International University, and appears regularly on International television broadcasts as a political analyst. He is a frequent public speaker, and serves as Treasurer/Board Member of the TAG (Trans- Atlantic Parliamentary Group) and serves on the Board of EUROCSE (European Centre for the Study of Extremism, Cambridge, UK).

Cristian Tietze Actualizado

Cristian Tietze Actualizado (English)

“When talented and diverse groups function together they produce rich and creative ideas. Yet, the same process can also result in conflict and tension. It is our belief that conflict is a necessary and useful part of life when handled productively. The IIMSAM Ombudsman and Mediation Services, works to intervene in the intersection where creativity meets conflict and helps to channel these conflicts into productive solutions.We do this through conflict coaching, by giving feedback to DGs Offices, by using shuttle diplomacy, mediation and other tools of informal dispute resolution. We also seek to track the root causes to these difficulties and propose changes to minimize them in the future and to create a more harmonious workplace at the IIMSAM. Our team of dedicated professionals works around the world to help further the mission of the IIMSAM and help those who work for the organization find productive resolutions.

Lewis Spitz is an attorney in Clifton, New Jersey, and was admitted to the Bar in 1967. He maintains a general practice concentrating on the areas of commercial, municipal court, criminal, family, real estate, and land use law as well as associated litigation.

In 1982 he was appointed a Special Deputy Attorney General to appear before the Office of Administrative Law representing the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in fatal accident cases, a position which he still holds. Over the years he has participated in hundreds of these cases. That same year he was also appointed to the New Jersey Governor’s Counsel on Physical Fitness participating in the formulation of various fitness programs implemented in both public and private venues.

He served as General Counsel for the City of Garfield, where he represented the city in diverse municipal matters. He was appointed by Superior Court of New Jersey as a Condemnation Commissioner in various eminent domain cases. For approximately 20 years, he represented thousands of clients through union prepaid legal plans in municipal and state courts in New Jersey.

Currently Mr. Spitz is Chairman of the Board of GEMS Foundation, a nonprofit corporation whose goal is the Global Eradication of Malnutrition and Starvation.

Mr. Spitz, brings to GEMS a background in not – for – profit and charitable work. As a founding Director of the Wayne Boys Club he was instrumental in the financing and construction of an award-winning, athletic, educational and social facility. In consultation and cooperation with the Township of Wayne Recreation Department, Mr. Spitz formed the Greater Wayne Area Runners’ Club which has sponsored marathons and triathlons involving thousands of participants.

Mr. Spitz resides in Wayne, New Jersey with his wife of 44 years Beverly. They have three children and five grandchildren.

H.E. Ms. Anna Popova

Goodwill Ambassador (Social, Humanitarian, and Legal Affairs)

Most of my experience covers working with foreign citizens seeking to protection of their rights when conducting their activities in Bulgaria. In this relation also have experience in migration matters. Furthermore I have extensively working with stakeholders at national level in protecting my clients’ rights. In my current job I need to preform considerable researches of human right standards, especially in protecting the freedom of speech and protecting against domestic violance. In addition, I have to frequently develop official standpoints relating cases of high media interest. My master`s degree further covers international aspects, so I believe to possess the needed combination of experience, education and personal qualities, needed for the position of Human Rrights Officer.
Since 2011 I am working as a legal representative of Denis Jersov (Shareholder and Managing Director of Petrol Holding) on more than 20 criminal cases, some of them having wide public and media interest. Most
cases in my practice cover criminal acts in the area of finance, trade relations and corporate interests. I’m involved with cases, monitored by the European Commission. The case I currently work on concerns the drain of Petrol Holding’s actives in Bulgaria and Europe.
Since a years I made good networks with actors from Russian gas and oil market, Serbian market and Turkish brass market.

Comptroller and Senior Adviser to the S.G. on Fiscal Affairs

Sandra Rutz, a German citizen, holds a degree in International Business and Management from the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena, Germany. She was also a participant in an exchange program which gave her the opportunity to study at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, U.S.A. She also graduated Cum Laude from the prestigious Ivy League Institution Columbia University, Graduate School of Arts and Science. Ms. Ruts was granted a Master of Arts in Quantitative Methods and Social Sciences.

She has long been involved in philanthropic endeavors and is a committed member of the Melton Foundation which was established to build a worldwide community of talented people from diverse cultures capable of addressing global issues based on principles of open communication and mutual respect. Moreover, she has established her own non-for profit project with the mission of providing basic educational materials for African countries, while trying to build up sponsorship with schools in Germany.

Ms. Rutz is a trained Banker with extensive working experience with HypoVereinsbank in Germany.

Ambassador for Strategic Partnerships and UNSDGs

Ambassador for Strategic Partnerships and UN SDGs, IIMSAM
Dr. Sahil Singh serves as the Ambassador for Strategic Partnerships and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) at IIMSAM. In this capacity, he plays a pivotal role in promoting the organization’s mission through worldwide engagement, international outreach, collaborative partnerships, alliance-building, sustainability-driven programs.
Dr. Singh holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Computer Applications. A distinguished academician and accomplished serial entrepreneur, he has demonstrated expertise across a range of disciplines. With 33 diplomas and certifications in computer science and information technology, he has built a formidable reputation in the tech industry. His entrepreneurial ventures span multiple countries, showcasing his strong business acumen and global vision.
This landmark appointment positions Dr. Singh as a vital conduit between IIMSAM and the international community, particularly in addressing malnutrition, fostering bilateral and multilateral relations, and advancing global diplomatic cooperation.

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Ambassador and Resident Representative for Africa at IIMSAM

Kush Mittal is a dynamic business leader based in Lilongwe, Malawi. With deep expertise in entrepreneurship and digital innovation, he drives strategic growth across emerging African markets. Passionate about community development, he mentors startups and supports sustainable economic initiatives. His collaborative leadership style fosters innovation and impact across sectors. H.E. Mittal is committed to unlocking opportunities in Africa’s digital and development landscape.

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Mr. Seyfettin Boğazlı, Permanent Representative of Türkiye to IIMSAM, is a respected educator, entrepreneur, and international relations expert. Born in Sarıkamış, Kars in 1986, he has represented Türkiye at the European Academy of Regions. With a global footprint in 117 countries, he has led impactful initiatives in education, trade, and diplomacy. He has facilitated trade delegations and forged key bilateral agreements across industries. Mr. Boğazlı brings unmatched experience in fostering global cooperation and development.