About PAP Community
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a vibrant, diverse community where Iranian culture is celebrated, professional connections are nurtured, and individuals of all backgrounds are welcomed. We strive to be a leading organization that bridges cultures, inspires collaboration, and strengthens the cultural fabric of the community-at-large for generations to come.
The Team
Ava was born and raised in Iran and migrated to Texas in 2005 . She holds two degrees in Computer science from BIHE university and Management Information System from University of Texas at Austin. She is a highly motivated and goal-oriented Business Intelligence IT professional and has gained extensive experience in leadership by driving process improvements and transformations using Lean Six Sigma techniques.
Her leadership ensures that every event is thoughtfully planned, seamlessly executed, and designed to strengthen bonds within the Persian American community. She empowers others to achieve their goals by motivating and guiding team members, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring everyone is aligned with the broader vision. She inspires individuals to contribute their unique strengths, creating a unified team that works toward the common goal of delivering successful, impactful events. Her passion for people, combined with her ability to empower others, ensures that each event not only fosters professional connections but also builds a stronger, more engaged community.
Arash is a self-motivated leader and the driving force behind the Persian American Professionals Community (PAPC) with a lifelong passion for volunteering and fundraising. He has actively participated in and organized numerous events to foster a sense of pride and identity for Persian Americans.
Through PAPC, Arash strives to establish a prestigious and vibrant brand for Persian Americans in the United States by organizing professional conferences and cultural events that showcase the community’s rich heritage and values. His goal is to create a legacy for future generations—a space where people can connect, celebrate their culture, and build meaningful relationships in an inclusive and peaceful environment.
Professionally, Arash brings over 19 years of experience in professional leadership, specializing in analyzing and delivering complex, large-scale, multi-organizational programs. He is highly skilled in integrated solutions and effective leadership efforts aimed at driving the cause. Currently, Arash leads high-impact, globally recognized efforts in his career, influencing major brands while embodying his belief in leadership by example and dedication to benefiting humanity.
Mohsen has been a proud resident of Austin for over 40 years and is deeply committed to supporting the Iranian and Persian community in the city. He holds degrees in accounting and finance and has built an impressive career that spans various industries. His professional experience includes working at Apple, a broadband start-up, Caritas of Austin (a nonprofit organization), as an accounting manager at HSR, and in a CPA office. For the past 14 years, Mohsen has been the principal and owner of M. Bank Accounting Services.
As one of the core members of the PAP Community nonprofit organization, Mohsen is passionate about Persian culture and the vibrant Iranian society in Austin. He is dedicated to fostering connections within the community and serving as a bridge to help pass on Persian traditions, values, and culture to the younger generation of Iranians in Austin.