Mazen Mokhtar

Mazen Mokhtar has built a 28-year career, notably as the CEO of Baitulmaal, a distinguished international humanitarian organization. He previously directed the Muslim American Society (MAS), enhancing development initiatives for American Muslim youth.

Known for his strategic vision and innovative leadership, Mazen has driven substantial progress in the organizations he has led. His practical communication skills, bolstered by his English, Arabic, and French fluency, have enabled successful team management and stakeholder interactions.

Currently based in Irving, Texas, at Baitulmaal, Mazen shapes the organization’s strategic direction and oversees its humanitarian operations in over 23 countries, including significant projects in the U.S. He also manages the organization's financial health and engages in building strategic partnerships, including his considerable contribution to the founding of the American Humanitarian Forum in 2019.

From 2013 to 2018, Mazen Moein Mokhtar led MAS, overseeing a network of chapters and initiating programs that foster community service and educational outreach. His involvement in the "Winning the Peace" program at West Point demonstrates his commitment to promoting cultural and religious sensitivity.

Mazen frequently lectures on youth, Islam, and interfaith dialogue at prestigious institutions like Princeton University and NYU, highlighting his expertise and passion for education and understanding.

Before transitioning to nonprofit management, Mazen had a prolific career in IT, founding MindCraft, a consulting firm that served a diverse client base, including large corporations. He earned a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and has contributed innovative academic work, including methods for solving the Traveling Salesman Problem.

Living in Irving, Texas, with his family, Mazen Mokhtar actively participates in community and philanthropic endeavors, influenced by the values he learned growing up in Alexandria, Egypt. His hobbies, such as history, reading, chess, and traveling, enrich his personal life and inspire his professional and community engagements.