Our team

Our multidisciplinary team comprises seasoned researchers, data scientists, international development experts, and project management professionals, all dedicated to advancing research and evidence-based practices to enhance development outcomes throughout the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. With extensive experience in these regions, we collaborate closely with partners to design and implement impactful projects. From conducting rigorous evaluations to leveraging cutting-edge data analytics, we seek to create positive social change. Our commitment to ethical standards, cultural sensitivity, and inclusivity ensures that our work resonates with diverse communities. Together, we strive to drive sustainable development, empower communities, and foster lasting impact.

Meet the mindsetTERS

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Rana Samara

Managing Director and Co-Founder

Since co-founding Mindset in 2010 and stepping into the role of Managing Director in 2012, Rana has been a driving force behind the firm’s growth and its ability to deliver client-focused solutions to the highest standards.

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Anas Al Masri

Technical Director and Co-Founder

As Mindset's Co-Founder and Director of the Technical Delivery Unit, Anas has led and provided technical support for numerous large-scale national and international research and evaluation projects, focusing on development and humanitarian contexts in the Middle East region and Africa.

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Majd Masannat

Head of the Project Management Unit

As the Head of Mindset's Project Management Unit (PMU), Majd is responsible for the planning, implementation, and delivery of research projects Mindset implements in various countries.

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Majd Haddad

Senior Technical Delivery Unit Manager

As the Senior Technical Delivery Unit's Manager, Majd supervises Operations and Data Processing's teams at Mindset.

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Valeria Strusi

Research Unit Manager

Valeria is Head of the Research and Analysis Unit at Mindset, where she leads research projects from survey design through to data analysis, interpretation, and reporting. She is recognized for her strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to delivering high-quality analysis. Valeria’s proactive problem-solving approach and clear communication enhance her contributions to every project.

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Farah Mawla

Strategic Growth and Business Development Advisor

Farah Mawla serves as the Strategic Growth and Business Development Advisor at Mindset MENA, where she leads initiatives to expand the organization’s footprint across the region.

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Tariq Mihdawi

Senior Data Processing Supervisor

Tariq serves as a Data Processing Officer at Mindset, where he supports data cleaning, analysis, and visualization to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based projects.

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Ayat Arabiat

Operations Manager

As Operations Manager at Mindset, Ayat leads the Operations team and ensures seamless coordination across departments to drive organizational efficiency and project excellence. She plays a key role in optimizing internal processes and aligning resources to meet strategic goals.

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Funmi Oyerinde

Technical Project Manager (Nigeria)

As Mindset's Technical Project Manager in Nigeria, Funmi leads research projects, from inception to final delivery, including training, progress reporting, and developing detailed reports.

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Gianmarco Meta

Senior Research Associate

As part of Mindset's Research team, Gianmarco supports the research process, from tool design to data analysis and final reports preparation.

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Amani Fawaz

Research Associate

As part of Mindset's Research team, Amani supports the research process, from tool design to data analysis, and final reports preparation.

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Haneen Abu Laila

Nutrition Innovation Lab Country Coordinator

Haneen coordinates the USAID-funded Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab (JNIL), managed by Mindset as Tufts University's local JNIL partner in Jordan.

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Talal Junblatt

Senior Project Manager

Talal serves as a Project Manager at Mindset, where he leads end-to-end research projects across Jordan, the GCC, Yemen, and Egypt. His responsibilities span project design, client engagement, training, budgeting, progress reporting, and final delivery, ensuring each project meets its objectives with precision and impact.

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Bana Makahleh

Project Manager

As Project Manager at Mindset, Bana oversees the full lifecycle of data collection projects, from planning and training to execution, progress tracking, and final reporting.

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Ala'a Othman

Project Manager

As part of Mindset's Project Management team, Ala'a contributes to the management of various development projects in Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen, and Ukraine.

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Feryal Ghazi

Technical Project Coordinator

Feryal serves as a Technical Project Coordinator at Mindset, where she supports the implementation of development projects across Jordan, Palestine, and Nigeria.

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Ban Rashdan

Senior Business Development and Partnerships Officer

Ban serves as a Senior Business Development and Partnerships Officer, contributing to the development of project proposals and identifying partnership opportunities.

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Rachel Ogbonna

Business Development Officer and Proposal Writer

Rachel serves as a Business Development Officer and Proposal Writer at Mindset, contributing to the development of high-quality, compliant, and competitive project proposals.

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Raghad Zayed

Partnerships, Communication and Business Development Officer

Raghad leads Mindset’s communication strategy and online presence, overseeing social media, content creation, branding materials, and public events to enhance the organization’s visibility and engagement.

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Tayma Ali

Business Development & Communication Consultant

Tayma serves as a Business Development and Communications Consultant at Mindset, where she supports strategic growth initiatives, partnership development, and brand positioning across the MENA region.

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Mohammad Odeh

Senior Data Processing Officer

As part of Mindset's Data Processing Team, Mohammad participates in data analysis, cleaning, and visualization efforts to ensure the design and implementation of high-quality projects.

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Dirar Agha

Data Processing Officer

Dirar serves as a Data Processing Officer at Mindset, where he supports data analysis, cleaning, and visualization to ensure the successful design and implementation of high-quality projects.

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Abdullah Bader

Data Processing Officer

As part of Mindset's Data Processing Team, Abdullah participates in data analysis, cleaning, and visualization efforts to ensure the design and implementation of high-quality projects.

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Iyas Al Owaneh

Data Processing Officer

As part of Mindset's Data Processing Team, Iyas participates in data analysis, cleaning, and visualization efforts to ensure the design and implementation of high-quality projects.

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Banan Al Btoush

Data Quality Assurance Officer

Banan serves as a Data Quality Assurance Officer at Mindset, where she ensures that all data collected, analyzed, and reported meets the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and consistency.

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Manal Al Hasanat

Data Quality Assurance Officer

Manal serves as a Data Quality Assurance Officer at Mindset, where she ensures the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of data across the full project lifecycle. Her work focuses on establishing efficient systems that uphold data integrity and support evidence-based decision-making.

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Alaa’ Hamdan

Operations Field Manager

As Operations Field Manager at Mindset, Ala’a plans and oversees all field- and office-based projects across the Middle East, ensuring the delivery of reliable, high-quality data and smooth project execution from inception to completion.

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Ahmad Sallam

National Operations Coordinator (Nigeria)

Ahmad serves as the Operations Coordinator at Mindset in Nigeria, where he oversees the planning and execution of both field and office-based projects from inception to completion.

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Hamdan Hamdan

Operations Officer

As part of Mindset's Operations, Hamdan contributes to the smooth planning and completion of field-based projects in the Middle East region.

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Halla Janaydeh

Operations Officer

As part of Mindset's Operations Unit, Halla ensures the seamless execution of organizational activities by managing processes, allocating resources, and maintaining compliance with quality standards.

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Rahaf Alalwan

Operations Officer

As part of Mindset's Operations Unit, Rahaf ensures the seamless execution of organizational activities by managing processes, allocating resources, and maintaining compliance with quality standards.

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Alaa' Kassabieh

National Senior Operations Officer (Lebanon)

As Mindset’s Senior Operations Officer in Lebanon, Alaa' is in charge of field operations coordination, identifying and training field staff in Lebanon, and overseeing quality assurance of the implemented projects.

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Mohammad Alqassas

Senior Administrative Officer

As a Senior Administrative Officer, Mohammad manages Mindset's logistics and project procurement. He also support the Operations Team with fieldwork management with recruiting fieldworkers and managing their database.

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Ala'a Zahran

HR and Administrative Officer

As an HR and Administrative Officer at Mindset, Ala'a contributes to the smooth organization of the workplace and project procurement management.

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Sultan Al Atyat

Public Relations and Logistics Services Officer

As Mindset's Public Relations and Logistics Services Officer, Sultan fosters strategic partnerships, ensures compliance with regulations, and manages logistics to support operations and project execution.

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Mohammad Al Kanani "Hamada"

Logistics Support Officer

Hamada helps Mindset's team by taking care of logistical aspects of daily life at the office.

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Waleed Mubarak

Logistics Support Officer

Waleed helps Mindset's team by taking care of logistical aspects of daily life at the office.

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Aruna Samson

Hygiene Support Officer

Loren helps Mindset's team by taking care of logistical aspects of daily life at the office.

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our board of advisors & Directors

Dr. Abdul Malik Jaber

Chairman

As Mindset's Chairman, he guides the strategic advancement of the company, ensuring its sustained prosperity over time.

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David Harden

Advisor

Dave Harden is the Managing Director of the Georgetown Strategy Group, a Washington, D.C. next generation firm that leverages talent, technology, and capital to help solve some of the world's most complex problems.

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Professor Muktar Gadyana

Advisor

Muktar Gadyana has been working with Mindset in Nigeria since 2022 on projects centered around public health. As an advisor, he also participates in Mindset's business development activities by strenghtening our partnerships with other local organzations and experts.

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Rana Samara

Managing Director and Co-Founder

Since co-founding Mindset in 2010 and joining the team in 2012 as the Managing Director, Rana has played a vital role in developing the firm's institutional capacity to deliver client-specific requirements up to the highest standards.

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Anas Al Masri

Executive Technical Director and Co-Founder

As Mindset's Co-Founder and the Executive Director of the Technical Delivery Unit, Anas has led and provided technical support for numerous large-scale national and international research and evaluation projects, focusing on development and humanitarian contexts in the Middle East region and Africa.

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