Emad Yassa

I am the Founder and Chairman of Touch of Love International (TOLI), a faith-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underprivileged communities through sustainable micro-loan programs. I grew up in Egypt, where I developed a strong appreciation for discipline, perseverance, and service through sports and outdoor activities such as soccer, rowing, hiking, and biking. During my time at Cairo University, I earned a silver award in single rowing and graduated in 1985 from the Faculty of Medicine, School of Physical Therapy.

In 1989, I moved to the United States to pursue professional opportunities and build a meaningful career. In 1995, I founded Physical Therapy and Rehab in West Hills, California, followed by a move to Colorado Springs in 2005, where I worked with Cheyenne Mountain Rehab. In 2007, I established Dynamic Physical Therapy, which I led for more than fifteen years before selling the practice in August 2023 to fully dedicate myself to ministry work.

I founded Touch of Love International in 2006 with a vision to serve others through compassion, dignity, and practical support. Today, TOLI provides micro-loans to individuals and families in Egypt, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Nicaragua, helping create pathways toward self-sufficiency and lasting impact. Outside of my work, I enjoy tennis, fishing, hiking, traveling, and spending time in nature.