Mr. Kambiz Fakhrai is an accomplished IT professional with over 40 years of experience in software development, specializing in satellite meteorological data processing at NASA and NOAA. Proficient in languages such as Fortran 90, C, and Perl, he has a strong background in systems integration across diverse platforms. Kambiz has held key leadership roles at Earth Resources Technology, Inc., and Science Systems and Applications, Inc., where he managed critical software life cycle activities and led teams in developing complex satellite data systems.

 

As a co-founder of Children of Persia, Kambiz is a passionate advocate for vulnerable children and families. He actively engages in fundraising, advocacy, and regulatory initiatives, focusing on health education and family services to empower those in need. Kambiz believes in the transformative power of education and health resources, tirelessly creating sustainable programs that foster long-term positive change. His dedication to helping others drives him to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations, amplifying their collective impact and inspiring hope within the community.

 

He holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and has received multiple awards for his contributions to NOAA's mission success. Kambiz lives in Maryland with his family. kfakhrai@childrenofpersia.org