Katia Zakhem Nakhle is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in academic and consulting roles. Since January 2009, Katia has been a member of NACAS, while also serving as the Director at the American University of Beirut since January 1998. Prior to these roles, Katia was a MIS Instructor at Lebanese American University from September 1996 to June 2009 and worked as a Consultant for The World Bank from September 1996 to January 1998. Katia holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology from UCL, earned between 1995 and 1996, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from the American University of Beirut, completed in 1986.