NDC Promotes Shahir Ahmed

We are pleased to share that Shahir Ahmed has been promoted and appointed to Chief Program & Innovation Officer (CPIO) at Neighborhood Development Center.

This role recognizes Shahir’s decade of dedicated service, deep institutional knowledge, and unwavering commitment to NDC’s mission. This past month, Shahir also celebrated his 10-year anniversary with NDC. This is a milestone that speaks to his consistent leadership and heart for this important work.

Over the years, Shahir has been a driving force behind some of NDC’s most meaningful progress, including his leadership of the PROMISE Act and his work as a trusted coach and collaborator across teams.

As CPIO, Shahir will focus on strengthening alignment across programs, advancing innovation, and ensuring NDC’s work continues to deliver equitable, lasting impact for the entrepreneurs and communities we serve. This is an investment in the long-term sustainability of NDC, and a reflection of our confidence in his leadership as we grow.

Please join us in congratulating Shahir on this well-earned achievement.