Executive Leadership

The Executive Committee shall serve as the strategic and advisory leadership body of the Global Greater Washington International Relations Committee. Its mission is to harmonize economic, cultural, and diplomatic initiatives, mobilize transnational partnerships, and embed ethical governance protocols to ensure the Global Greater Washington International Relations Committee’s role as a leading global hub for advancing regional economic diplomacy and international economic competitiveness, fostering bipartisan dialogue, and advancing pluralism, prosperity, and creative activism.

President, CEO & Executive Chair

Dr. Jean Narcisse Djaha

Global Executive Chair, Executive Committee

Global Greater Washington International Relations Committee

Dr. Jean Narcisse Djaha, Global Executive Chair of the Executive Committee of the Global Greater Washington International Relations Committee

He is widely recognized as an international economic development leader, a distinguished political scientist, a highly acclaimed & respected young global thought leader, a renowned social impact leader, and a prolific author, initiating and steering major intercontinental platforms, NGOs, and coalitions across public, private, and social sectors.

Our Volunteer Staff

The Global Greater Washington International Relations Committee is powered by a diverse, visionary team of leaders from partner organizations and institutions, committed to advancing America’s global strength by strengthening its regional economic competitiveness, political resilience here in America. Our team brings together expertise in international relations, economic development, public policy, corporate strategy, community engagement, strategic partnerships, operations, and international development.

Dr. Jean Narcisse Djaha, PhD

Karen Pope

President & Chief Executive Officer

Corporate Banker and Finance Executive

Mike Pope

EVP of Innovation Partnerships

EVP, Events & Business Development

Vacant

Executive Vice-President, International Relations

VP, Economic Development & Strategic Growth

What Define Us

• Global Perspective: We understand the interconnectedness of local and international opportunities.

• Strategic Leadership: Our members include experienced professionals from government, business, and civil society.

• Collaborative Spirit: We work across regions—Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, Greater Baltimore, Greater Richmond, Greater Pennsylvania, and Hampton Roads—to build bridges that matter.

  If you are an organization based in our region and would like to provide us with a staff member to assist, contact Dr. Jean Narcisse Djaha at info@jeannarcissedjaha.com

Join our team

If you are an organization based in our region and would like to provide us with a staff member to assist, contact Dr. Jean Narcisse Djaha at info@jeannarcissedjaha.com