As CEO of the Syrian Forum, Ghassan Hitto leads critical relief and development efforts, combining his expertise in governance, education, and economic empowerment.
A seasoned humanitarian, a community leader, and a business executive. Over the past 30 years, Ghassan built and led several civic society, humanitarian and community development initiatives, and businesses in both the United States and Turkiye. Before fully dedicating his career to the Syrian cause, Ghassan was the Executive Vice President at Inovar Technologies, a midsize telecommunications solutions provider, and the chairman of Brighter Horizon educational academy in Dallas. In 2013 Ghassan co-founded and became the CEO of the Syrian Forum where he continues to lead comprehensive economic, educational and governance initiatives focusing on critical relief and the long-term development of Syrians. Ghassan holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Mathematics and a Master’s in Business Administration from Indiana Purdue University.