As CEO and founder of teaplomacy, Obaid oversees the organization’s strategic vision and day-to-day operations, ensuring programs run effectively. He leads partnerships with schools, community organizations, and volunteers, while guiding program development to create impactful mentorship and educational initiatives.

Leads school-based circles, partners with educators, and adapts sessions to refugee and immigrant communities.

Organizes global storytelling sessions, recruits speakers, and ensures cultural diversity.

Develops workshops on tea history, culture, and health; manages partnerships with tea companies.

Designs and delivers training, manages global dialogue sessions, and creates learning resources.

Oversees project submissions, supports community-led initiatives, and connects ideas with resources.

Recruits and trains teaplomats, ensures volunteers are equipped to host sessions worldwide.