OUR TEAM

Meet Our Team

President and Founder, SIBA.
Nafiso Samatar
Nafiso Samatar is the dedicated President of the Somali Independent Business Alliance (SIBA), bringing over 20 years of invaluable experience to her role. With a deep-rooted passion for fostering entrepreneurship and community empowerment, Nafiso has been instrumental in leading SIBA's efforts to support and uplift refugees and immigrants in Washington. Her two-decade-long journey in this field has honed her expertise and leadership, making her a trusted advocate for small businesses and individuals seeking to achieve their dreams.

nafiso.samatar@thesiba.org

Human Resource Manager
Sharif Kaharaba
Sharif Kaharaba, our Human Resource Manager, brings extensive HR expertise to our team. With years of experience, Sharif is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and supporting our staff's growth and well-being. His commitment to equity and inclusion enriches our organization's environment.
sharifk@thesiba.org
 

Nafiso Samatar
Nafiso Samatar is the dedicated President of the Somali Independent Business Alliance (SIBA), bringing over 20 years of invaluable experience to her role. With a deep-rooted passion for fostering entrepreneurship and community empowerment, Nafiso has been instrumental in leading SIBA's efforts to support and uplift refugees and immigrants in Washington. Her two-decade-long journey in this field has honed her expertise and leadership, making her a trusted advocate for small businesses and individuals seeking to achieve their dreams.
 

nafiso.samatar@thesiba.org

Sharif Kaharaba
Sharif Kaharaba, our Human Resource Manager, brings extensive HR expertise to our team. With years of experience, Sharif is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and supporting our staff's growth and well-being. His commitment to equity and inclusion enriches our organization's environment.

sharifk@thesiba.org