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Connecting Project Management and Sport: A Pre-Conference Exchange

A meeting with the Beirut Marathon Association ahead of the National Conference

  • Date December 3, 2025
  • Venue Beirut Marathon Association offices
Riam Chazbeck and Stephanie Fouchaux with Dr. May El Khalil at the Beirut Marathon Association
  • Outreach
  • PMI Lebanon Chapter

On December 3, 2025, just days ahead of the PMI Lebanon Chapter National Conference, Ms. Riam Chazbeck, President of the Chapter, and Mrs. Stephanie Fouchaux, Vice President, visited Dr. May El Khalil, Founder and President of the Beirut Marathon Association.

The meeting served to finalize key touches ahead of the conference and to align perspectives on shared values such as leadership, discipline, resilience, and long-term vision. The exchange gave space for thoughtful discussion and mutual insight, bridging the worlds of project management and sport.

The visit marked an important moment of alignment, setting a positive tone ahead of the National Conference and opening the door to future dialogue and collaboration around community impact and leadership.

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Ms. Stephanie Fouchaux

Project & Credit Manager at World Bank–Funded Programs

Stephanie Fouchaux serves as Project & Credit Manager for World Bank–Funded Programs. Fouchaux possesses expertise spanning credit risk, fintech operations, and leadership within PMI. Professional credentials held by Fouchaux include the PMP® certification and the EMIB designation.

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Dr. May El Khalil

President at Beirut Marathon Association

May El Khalil serves as President at Beirut Marathon Association. In this role, May El Khalil leads the strategic vision and overall operations of the organization.

May El Khalil brings extensive leadership experience in sports management, community engagement, and event organization. Areas of expertise include strategic planning, stakeholder management, non-profit leadership, and public relations.

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