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Clayton KeirPresident of the Board of DirectorsClayton Keir is a passionate squash player who learned how to play growing up in the Philadelphia suburbs. He is a foreign affairs professional with undergraduate and master's degrees from Georgetown School of Foreign Service.
Clayton has worked internationally in Qatar and Jordan, where he really honed his squash skills. He believes that squash is an incredible sport and that everyone who has a chance to play it will immediately fall in love with it. He laments that the sport is generally only accessible to people with means wants to make the sport accessible to people from all backgrounds. He also believes that society is stronger when women are educated and empowered. |
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Rachel LeeVice President of the Board of DirectorsPreviously a 7 year international and public school teacher, Rachel created and oversees the English program to continue to increase its quality and further our mission of enrolling the girls at higher quality schools. She believes in the power of an in-depth educational approach, and is passionate about empowering young women and English language learners.
She is currently the CEO of BOLD Training, an online women's fitness company that strives to elevate women through strength training, food fueling coaching, and mindset sharpening. Rachel is a graduate of Villanova University and is originally from Boston, Massachusetts. |
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William CliftonFounding Board MemberWilliam brings over 10 years experience in education, sustainability, and international peacebuilding. He is driven by social impact-focused work and believes in a trans-disciplinary and collaborative approach to tackling major problems in today's world. He's spent time living in 3 different countries outside his home in the U.S., most recently in Jordan where he got involved with Squash Dreamers. He currently resides outside of Washington, D.C.
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Charles BoltonFounding Board MemberCharlie Bolton is the Chief Economist to U.S. Senator Rob Portman; and Director of the U.S. Subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy. Previously, Charlie worked in the Senate as a legislative aide covering foreign policy (including the Middle East), tax, and budget issues.
Charlie first became passionate about squash while attending at the Groton School in Massachusetts. Charlie then matriculated at Georgetown, where he captained the Georgetown Squash team, led the team to its highest-ever national finish in back-to-back years, and earned his A.B. in Political Economy. Charlie remains an active squash player in the National Capital League in Washington, D.C. |
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Mona NaffaFounding Board MemberAn Arab American, Mona Naffa Nazzal was born, raised, and educated in California, USA, the eldest daughter of immigrants, a Jordanian Father and Palestinian/Lebanese mother.
Ms. Naffa-Nazzal has vast experience in a Corporate America from Telecommunications and the Pharmaceutical Industry (Women’s Health Specialist) as a Top Producer in the nation. A voice for Jordan through social and main stream media, Mona and company (a Private Sector Hotel Owner and Investor) are constantly working, to improve the image thru Travel/Hospitality, Health/Well Being, and Female Inclusion in the workforce and campaigns for the Kingdom as the Expedia Brand Ambassador. |
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Rakey DrammehBoard MemberRakey Drammeh was born in Gambia and immigrated to NYC with her parents at just two years old. It was at the age of eleven that she was introduced to the world of squash through a program called, StreetSquash. From there she went on to play squash at Bates College all four years and was captain her senior year. Since college, Rakey has worked in the education and financial services field. She continues to be involved with squash by serving on the Board of Directors at StreetSquash and playing in the NY Squash league.
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Chittam thakoreBOARD MEMBERA former scientist, Chittam left the research bench to follow her passion for law and justice. Chittam now practices Intellectual Property law, with a focus on complex litigation involving patent or trademark infringement disputes. A first generation American, Chittam immigrated from India with her family. She experienced first-hand the challenges of assimilating into a new culture. Her and her family's struggles sparked Chittam's commitment to causes that provide immigrants with opportunities to succeed. In her own career, Chittam has been guided by mentors who have generously given advice and encouragement. She is determined to "pay it forward," not in the least by her devotion to pro bono causes that advance equality, access to justice, and provide people with the tools to help them carve out their own successful paths in life.
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