International Stability Operations Association Announces New Director of Membership

Hector Velez Will Oversee Membership Recruitment, Engagement, and Retention

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 25, 2024) – The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Hector Velez as its new Director of Membership. In his role at ISOA, Hector will focus on driving membership engagement, enhancing member value, and expanding the organization’s reach and impact.

Hector brings an unwavering commitment to fostering collaboration and excellence within membership-driven organizations. As a co-founder of HireStrategy, the Mid-Atlantic region’s top-ranked staffing firm acquired by The Addison Group, Hector successfully built leadership teams for some of the most forward-thinking organizations. Hector’s leadership experience includes his tenure on the Board of Directors at The HR Leadership Forum, where he spearheaded strategic initiatives to drive growth and innovation, and his role as co-founder of the Institute of Excellence in Sales.

“We are delighted to welcome Hector Velez to the ISOA team,” said Howie Lind, president and executive director of ISOA. “ISOA will benefit from his expertise in aligning strategic vision with operational excellence and fostering a vibrant and connected membership community.”

Hector holds a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He is an avid Washington Nationals fan, a dedicated family man, and a proud supporter of community-focused initiatives.

About ISOA

ISOA is a global nonprofit association dedicated to serving as the primary hub for strategic engagement between the government and private sector in support of stability operations worldwide. The organization provides essential services in fragile environments, ensuring accountability, transparency, and ethical practices. ISOA supports the implementing community by offering member services that focus on contracting, partnerships, regulatory and legal developments, research initiatives, and policy advocacy. For more information, please visit stability-operations.org.