ISACA now has chapters in over 100 countries
Schaumburg, IL, USA–Digital trust professionals have formed a new ISACA chapter in Doha, Qatar. The ISACA Doha Chapter is starting with around 270 initial members. ISACA has also introduced two other new chapters this year in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Jackson, Mississippi, USA. ISACA, a global technology association serving more than 185,000 members in 188 countries in digital trust professions, now has a chapter presence in more than 100 countries worldwide.
“The establishment of the ISACA Doha Chapter represents the culmination of years of dedication, collaboration, and shared belief in the power of professional communities,” said Omer Baysal, President of the ISACA Doha Chapter. “As a global authority in digital trust, ISACA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of governance, cybersecurity, risk, and innovation. This chapter will serve as a trusted platform to help advance Qatar’s journey toward a secure, innovative, and knowledge-based economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.” He adds, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to all those whose commitment and perseverance made this long-awaited initiative a reality.”
Officers of the ISACA Doha Chapter include:
- President – Mr. Omer Baysal
- Vice President – Ms. Sarah Abdulrahman Al-Mawlawi
- Secretary – Mr. Ranjiv Abraham
- Treasurer – Mr. Muhammad Ovais
- Director of Legal Affairs – Dr. John Mark
- Director of Membership – Mr. Prem Kumar Boddu
- Director of Certification – Mr. Mohammed M Hasan
- Director of Education Affairs – Ms. Sara Al Khelaifi
- Director of IT Governance – Mr. Seif’Allah Fehri
“While ISACA chapters across the Middle East have been thriving for over a decade, Qatar remained the final piece of the regional puzzle,” said Ranjiv Abraham, Secretary of the ISACA Doha Chapter. “It took heart to volunteer, patience to persevere, and a collective spirit to build an inclusive board. I’m proud that the ISACA Doha Chapter is now officially formed — a testament to what dedication and teamwork can achieve. This chapter represents more than just an organizational milestone — it’s the beginning of a movement to empower professionals in Qatar with global knowledge, ethical leadership, and a shared passion for advancing digital trust across industries.”
The ISACA Doha Chapter aims to serve as a catalyst for professional excellence by connecting experts, fostering local talent, and encouraging knowledge exchange across sectors. Through its programs and initiatives, the chapter seeks to elevate the standards of IT governance, cybersecurity, and risk management in Qatar while nurturing the next generation of digital trust professionals.
“This chapter is about creating a space where people passionate about technology can connect, share knowledge, and support each other as Qatar continues to grow its digital economy,” said Dr. John Mark, Director of Legal Affairs for the ISACA Doha Chapter. “We want to encourage learning and collaboration, working with supportive local partners such as ISACA’s Official Training Partner in Qatar MENAExecutiveTraining.com, to build an innovative tech community right here in Doha.”
ISACA provides credentialing, education, guidance and community for digital trust professionals in areas including IT security, assurance, risk, governance, and privacy that will also benefit the local business community, government and universities. The association also offers frameworks including COBIT, the Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework, and CMMI.
For additional information about ISACA, please visit www.isaca.org. Learn more about ISACA’s chapters here: www.isaca.org/membership/local-chapters.
About ISACA
ISACA® (www.isaca.org) champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with more than 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members’ careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals.
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