Slavka Stojanovska brings over 18 years of international experience spanning the security sector, international development, and private enterprise. Known for forging high-impact partnerships and navigating complex regulatory environments, Slavka has worked with institutions such as WHO, OSCE, and USAID—collaborating with senior government officials and diplomatic actors to drive sustainable, measurable outcomes.
Her past roles include serving as VP of Business Development at a private consulting firm, where she advised on market expansion, secured strategic alliances, and supported clients operating in high-risk and transitional settings. Slavka has also consulted on EU-funded social and policy initiatives, deepening her expertise in stakeholder engagement and public sector alignment.
Multilingual and skilled in leading diverse teams, Slavka’s cross-sector insight and global network make her a trusted advisor in Veridicor’s mission to support responsible, resilient operations worldwide.

Maria Pascual is a seasoned international development specialist with over 20 years of experience in organizational engineering, capacity building, and institutional development across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She
brings deep expertise in structuring systems that support both for-profit and government-led initiatives.
At Veridicor, Maria oversees complex database architecture and legal data modeling, contributes to user interface design, and supports legal research, quality control, and the platform’s marketing and communications efforts.

Robert Cunningham has 15 years of experience scaling and launching business ventures in frontier and conflict markets, in sectors ranging from construction and commodities trading to energy access and agriculture. As an adept on-the-ground operator, Robert has successfully proven his ability to navigate the intricate logistics, politics, and regulatory dynamics required to effectuate the commercial viability of products and investments in Africa and Asia. At Veridicor, he leads the company’s communications and stakeholder engagement efforts while spearheading sales and business development initiatives. He holds an MBA from the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and a BSc in Physics from the University of California, Los Angeles [UCLA].

Makhuza Matchaba is a senior procurement and contracts strategist with over a decade of experience managing high-value, public-private initiatives across Africa. A former USAID leader, he was the first-ever Warranted Local Contracting Officer in Southern Africa, overseeing portfolios exceeding $1 billion, including USAID’s flagship Power Africa program. Makhuza brings deep expertise in ESG-aligned procurement, risk analysis, and stakeholder engagement, especially in complex regulatory or political environments. Grounded in African stakeholder dynamics, he is adept at bridging government, private sector, and community interests to build sustainable, trusted partnerships. Based in Johannesburg, Makhuza draws from a legacy of ethical leadership shaped by his family’s role in South Africa’s liberation movement and global health diplomacy.

Dr. Andrew Green brings over 25 years of global experience in international development, applied research, and democracy promotion. He has led multi-million-dollar USAID and State Department initiatives, specializing in civil society, governance, and rule of law. As a former Chief of Party and technical director, Andrew has overseen complex research portfolios and implemented innovative methodologies in fragile and high-stakes environments. His deep expertise spans government contracting, stakeholder engagement, and donor-funded research. A former professor and published scholar, Andrew blends analytical rigor with practical implementation. With a background in both finance and political science, he brings strategic insight, process innovation, and trusted leadership to Veridicor’s advisory ecosystem.

Donato Peña is a seasoned international development expert with nearly three decades of experience across Latin America and South Asia. His expertise spans monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, stakeholder analysis, and results-based program design. At Veridicor, Donato leads the firm’s Monitoring and Evaluation practice and curates the “News of the Week” platform, offering strategic insights on global license to operate trends. A former USAID advisor and Peruvian government official, he has worked across sectors including alternative development, youth empowerment, agriculture, and private sector engagement. Donato holds advanced degrees in economics and social management and is also a certified soccer coach, using sport as a tool to build trust and community resilience in rural regions.

Jeremy Foster is a Certified Energy Manager with over 15 years of global experience leading energy, infrastructure, and stabilization programs in high-risk environments. As a senior USAID energy strategist, he managed multi-million-dollar partnerships across 20+ countries, supporting clean energy deployment, critical minerals research, and grid modernization efforts. Jeremy brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, contract oversight, and sustainable energy access, shaped by his work with the World Bank and USAID in Ukraine, Afghanistan, and Southeast Asia. At Veridicor, he contributes to critical minerals strategy, field research design, and business development. He holds graduate degrees from Imperial College London, RMIT, and the University of Melbourne, and is passionate about creating scalable, locally grounded solutions for resilient infrastructure systems.

Sarosh Hussain is a conflict analysis and strategic communications specialist with nearly a decade of experience in peacebuilding, humanitarian response, and public affairs across Africa, Asia, and the U.S. He has served in senior roles with USAID, the Joint Peace Fund in Myanmar, and the Center for Operational Analysis and Research, where he supported civil society and media in fragile contexts. Sarosh brings deep expertise in conflict-sensitive communication, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and evaluation. His innovative media and AI-driven projects—such as Optica AI and THROAT.art—demonstrate his commitment to ethical storytelling and local empowerment. A George Mason University graduate, Sarosh is based in Washington, D.C., and leads Veridicor’s crisis communication and digital engagement efforts in high-risk environments.

Idrees Ilham is a seasoned project manager and governance expert with over 20 years of experience in international development, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory reform. He has managed complex programs for USAID and The Asia Foundation, overseeing budgets up to $250 million and teams of 100+ professionals. Idrees has led community-based governance reforms, drafted key national policies and legal frameworks, and delivered impact-driven monitoring and evaluation systems. Fluent in six languages and with deep regional expertise across South and Central Asia, he brings cultural insight and policy acumen to every initiative. At Veridicor, Idrees advises on compliance, stakeholder legitimacy, and locally grounded identity solutions to enhance operational success in fragile and complex environments.

Liliana Gil is a senior development strategist with over 30 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, inclusive development, and public-private alliances across Latin America. A long-serving advisor to USAID/Guatemala, she has led gender and indigenous inclusion analyses, ESG-aligned programming, and strategic alliances with companies like Walmart, Cisco, and Microsoft. Liliana specializes in navigating sensitive social and political landscapes, securing community buy-in, and mitigating reputational risk through thoughtful, participatory approaches. At Veridicor, she strengthens license to operate (LTO) strategies through stakeholder mapping, inclusion diagnostics, and culturally grounded development planning. Based in Guatemala, Liliana holds advanced degrees in sustainable development and brings bilingual expertise, deep local knowledge, and a passion for equity-driven impact to the team.

Meri Cuculoska is a regulatory and compliance expert with over 22 years of experience overseeing financial, operational, and legal integrity for USAID and international development programs. Her expertise spans risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement across complex environments in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East. Meri has led large-scale compliance assessments, managed billion-dollar portfolios—including Ukraine assistance—and supported performance and data quality audits for USAID in Afghanistan, Moldova, and North Macedonia. She brings deep knowledge of internal controls, donor regulations, and cross-functional compliance frameworks. At Veridicor, Meri strengthens financial and regulatory oversight for complex projects, ensuring transparency, accountability, and resilience in fast-evolving operational contexts.

Nasrullah Ahmadzai is a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) specialist with over 18 years of experience working across South and Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. He has led large-scale evaluations and data systems for USAID, the World Bank, and Oxfam, and served as COR at USAID/Afghanistan, overseeing $64 million in MEL contracts. Nasrullah combines field-tested stakeholder analysis with cutting-edge AI tools, such as NLP and sentiment analysis, to generate deep, actionable insights. He brings a rare blend of technical precision and cultural fluency to complex stakeholder environments. At Veridicor, he advances stakeholder diagnostics, adaptive learning, and strategic foresight to strengthen legitimacy, mitigate reputational risk, and inform decision-making in dynamic operational contexts.

Michael Gold is a senior legal and governance advisor with over 25 years of global experience at the intersection of law, public policy, and international development. A licensed attorney in New York, he has advised USAID, the World Bank, and numerous governments on legal reform, rule of law, and anti-corruption strategies. Michael has led complex donor-funded programs across Eastern Europe, Africa, and Asia, with deep expertise in judicial independence, legal empowerment, and institutional strengthening. As a trusted advisor in politically sensitive environments, he brings a strategic approach to stakeholder engagement and governance diagnostics. At Veridicor, Michael contributes legal insight and systems thinking to help clients navigate complex political economies and build enduring legitimacy.