Honoring Arab-American Excellence: Highlights from the 2025 Takreem America Awards in Washington
The 2025 Takreem America Awards ceremony, held in Washington, D.C., celebrated the remarkable achievements of Arab-Americans across various fields. As reported by The National, the event aimed to recognize individuals making significant contributions to science, technology, culture, and philanthropy.
Rabi Mohtar, a professor at Texas A&M University, was honored for his work in sustainability and environmental leadership. His research on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus has influenced global sustainability efforts.
Charbel Farhat, the Vivian Church Hoff Professor at Stanford University, received recognition for his advancements in aerospace engineering and computational mechanics, contributing to projects supported by NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Joseph Geagea, a veteran executive at Chevron, was acknowledged for his corporate leadership and efforts in modernizing the company’s global operations.
Reem Acra, a renowned fashion designer, was celebrated for her cultural excellence, blending traditional Arab aesthetics with modern fashion, and dressing numerous celebrities on international red carpets.
Lifetime achievement awards were presented to individuals such as Richard and Kaye Westmark, Samia Farouki, and Michael and Hoda Kardoush for their enduring contributions to medicine, finance, philanthropy, and cultural advocacy.
The event also featured the Takminds Forum, fostering discussions among global experts in politics, technology, culture, and business, emphasizing the importance of Arab-American contributions to society.
