Rev. Dr. Simon Elhajj
Non-Profit Executive, Leadership & Life Coaching
ORGANISATION- Servant Pastors, Leadership Consulting Organization
Rev. Dr. Simon Elhajj is a transformational leader with over 15 years of experience in community leadership, organizational development, strategic planning, and outreach-driven growth. His extensive expertise in leading large multicultural communities, combined with his academic grounding in leadership and administration, has enabled him to build high-impact programs, strengthen institutional structures, and empower communities through visionary guidance.
Throughout his pastoral and administrative career, Rev. Dr. Elhajj has successfully led congregations of more than 500 families, significantly elevating community participation and engagement through innovative leadership programs, structured outreach initiatives, and capacity-building workshops. Under his strategic leadership, community involvement across multiple parishes increased by 15–25%, driven by youth development initiatives, adult leadership programs, and enhanced pastoral services.
His administrative acumen is demonstrated through his management of budgeting systems, resource allocations, staff coordination, and multi-level organizational planning across several institutions. He has been instrumental in establishing youth organizations, training advisory teams, designing leadership seminars, and implementing long-term strategic programs that have strengthened overall community cohesion.
Rev. Dr. Elhajj’s leadership excellence is further reflected in his strong academic background, including a Ph.D. in Community Leadership (Alvernia University), an M.S. in Professional Administration & Leadership (Duquesne University), and an S.T.B. in Theology (USEK University). He has also enhanced his expertise through advanced certifications from globally recognized institutions such as HarvardX, Cornell University, the International Leadership Association, and Poynter University.
His scholarly contributions include research on servant leadership, pastoral effectiveness, and organizational administration, with publications and conference presentations shaping conversations around effective leadership models in faith-based and large community environments. His academic work and leadership practice have earned him recognition, including being a Finalist in the International Leadership Association Graduate Case Study Competition (2022).
With strong multilingual communication skills (Arabic and English), a deep understanding of cross-cultural engagement, and a proven track record in building sustainable community ecosystems, Rev. Dr. Simon Elhajj brings exceptional value to the AACCI Board Advisory. His expertise aligns seamlessly with AACCI’s mission of fostering leadership, strategic development, and global community impact, making him a powerful contributor to advancing international cooperation and organizational excellence.