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Gissou reached out to Anousheh Ansari, a leader in the business community and a unique Iranian American Space Ambassador. Next, she reached out to Robert Babayi, a capable and accomplished Iranian American lawyer and together, they formed the initial board of the Commission. Nasser Kazeminy led the organization as its founding Chairman, Robert became the General Counsel, and Gissou and Anousheh served as board members. The board appointed Gissou as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission.
The miracle of Spring helped Gissou and her friends make it happen in less than two months! Nowruz Commission held its inaugural event at the Thomas Jefferson building of Library of Congress on March 17th, 2010! |