Chapters, officers, trustees, membership directory, and structural by-laws
Our foundation coordinates local heritage preservation, cultural outreach, and social programs through five organized geographic divisions across North America.
Providing governance, strategic guidance, and fiduciary stewardship to secure the foundation's future and preserve historical archives. Click a card to read their profile.
Mr. Andy Chhikara is the CEO and managing principal of SOCH Management LLC. With over 35 years of entrepreneurial experience, Andy has built a robust portfolio in the hospitality and convenience retail industries. Besides being a business leader, he is always a social, family, and community person. His philosophy is helping communities and humanities through uplifting the Jat community.
Mr. Dilbagh Singh Gill is a software engineer with 30 years of experience in the Insurance and mortgage industry. Dilbagh completed his bachelor’s degree in computer science and engineering from Amravati University, Maharashtra in 1995. He started working as a software engineer in New Delhi in 1995 and moved to North America in February 1999. Since 2013, Dilbagh lives in New Jersey with his family. He takes great interest in bringing the Jat community together in North America and works hard for community affairs.
Mr. Ajay Dalal is a highly accomplished RF and Microwave Engineering professional with more than 30 years of dedicated expertise in the design, development, and leadership of high-reliability subsystems. He holds a BE in Electronics & Communication. Beyond his professional career, Ajay is actively involved in community and social activities. He is one of the founders and served as the first President of the Haryanvi Bay Area Association (HBA), and serves as Security Chair with the Federation of Indo-Americans of Northern California.
Dr. Anita Ghanghas holds multiple degrees including M.Sc. (Chemistry), M.Phil, M.Ed., M.C.A., and a Ph.D., alongside Web Designing and Project Management credentials. After becoming a Canadian Citizen in 2014, she worked as a Software Manager in an AI company in Canada, and currently serves as a Certified Teacher. She was the first member after Dr. Jaipal Rana to join the NAJHF.
Sonal Schneider, née Singh, holds degrees in International Relations, International Business, and Biochemistry, and a Master's in Hospitality and Tourism Management, alongside certifications in DEI and Ethical Leadership. She has worked for Tusculum University, Sky Hotels, Hyatt, and Hilton before joining Walt Disney World. She has logged over 300 community service hours with Outreach programs.
Leading daily operations, coordinating committee events, managing membership databases, and driving regional projects. Click on an officer to read their full profile.
75 proud members powering the Jaat heritage movement across North America
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Official governance and structural rules drafted by founding trustees.
Format: Google Doc · Official corporate charter drafted and signed by trustees.