Board of Directors

Mr Panos Englezos is a graduate of London University in Economics and Accounting. He is the Chairman and Chief Executive of a group of companies which he established in 1961.…

Mrs Shobha Tuli is the founder member of Thalassaemics India, established in 1987 in New Delhi. She served as Junior Secretary of Thalassaemics India until 1992, whilst since 1993 she…

Ms. Elena Mylona, was born in Limassol, Cyprus in 1976. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Primary School Teaching from University of Cyprus and she has been teaching since 1997,…

Mr George Constantinou, obtained a degree in Hotel and Tourism studies in London and has had a long and successful professional career. His contribution, passion, and undivided commitment to improving…

Mr Riyad Elbard, President of Thalassemia Foundation of Canada, has been a leading member of the Thalassemia Foundation of Canada for over 15 years. He is dedicated to advocating for…

Mr. Abdel Basset Mohamed Merdas was born in the United Arab Emirates in Dubai in 1960, and holds a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. He worked for the Dubai Government…

Mr Saeed Jaafar Al-Awadhi was born in February 11, 1978 in the United Arab Emirates, and has lived and worked there his entire life. He is a patient with β-thalassaemia…

HH Sheikha Sheikha Bint Saif Al Nahyan has been a driving force in raising awareness and promoting excellence in treatment for blood disorders and diseases. She is an unpretentious supporter…

Mr Robert Ficarra is one of the most prolific current Members of the Board of Directors of TIF and one of its former presidents. He is one of Thalassaemia International…

Ms Roanna Maharaj is a trustee of the UK Thalassaemia Society. She was diagnosed with beta thalassaemia major at age 5 months old and began transfusions immediately after. Inspired by…