Expertise:
Ms. Abboud's expertise is in relationship building, appreciation of other perspectives and negotiation.
Major Product/SVS:
Cultural and Community Education, Empowerment of the Muslim Community
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Coursework in Law; Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, University of Phoenix (2009); Bachelor of Business Administration, California Technical College (1996)
Affiliations Awards:
Founding Member, Voices for Civil Dialogue; Interfaith Worker Justice of Arizona; Former Executive Director, Council on American Islamic Relations
Charity:
Various Charitable Organizations
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion, good mentors and to the support she receives from her husband.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she was one of the founders of the Council on American-Islamic Relations of Arizona chapter and felt that there was a need for sensitivity and cultural training.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Handling All Correspondence Related to People who have been Discriminated against in Business and Community, Managing the Correct Response Either by Making Phone Calls, Writing Letters or Forming Coalitions, Conducting Educational Workshops and Seminars such as Sensitivity and Cultural Training, Keeping Up on Local News, Community Education, Civil Rights Matters and Anything Else to Benefit the Muslim American Experience
Education Certifications:
Professional Negotiation Certification, University of Notre Dame
Awards/Honors:
Living the Dream Award, City of Phoenix (2008); City of Tempe Martin Luther King Diversity Award (2006)