Guided by Faith, Driven by Service, Dedicated to the Community
At the Muslim Community Center (Pillars Mosque), our leadership is built on collaboration, accountability, and service to the community.
The mosque operates under a structured governance model that ensures transparency, efficiency, and alignment with our mission of faith, education, and community empowerment.
Our leadership consists of three primary bodies — the Board of Trustees, the Board of Directors, and the Executive Committees — each serving distinct roles to guide, implement, and sustain Pillars Mosque’s vision.
🕌 Board of Trustees
Long-Term Vision & Strategic Oversight
The Board of Trustees represents the community’s founding and senior members who provide long-term strategic direction.
They are responsible for ensuring that Pillars Mosque’s mission, values, and infrastructure remain strong for generations to come.
Their leadership safeguards the mosque’s organizational integrity, governance framework, and community trust.
Board Members:
| Name | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| Munir Bondre | Chairman | Chairman@charlottemcc.org |
| Mahbub Sarkar | Vice Chairman | ViceChair@charlottemcc.org |
| Mohammed Banawan | Construction Lead | Construction@charlottemcc.org |
| Imam John Ederer (NV) | Senior Imam | Imam@charlottemcc.org |
| Sherif Elkhoully | Chief Arbiter | Legal@charlottemcc.org |
| Obaida Mohammad | Historian | Records@charlottemcc.org |
👥 Board of Directors
Oversight, Policy, and Community Representation
The Board of Directors consists of elected representatives from the community who oversee the Executive Director and organizational operations.
They ensure fiscal responsibility, approve budgets, manage policy direction, and guide the long-term growth of the mosque.
The board also plays a key role in conflict resolution and ensuring Pillars Mosque remains transparent and accountable to its members.
Board Members:
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Syed Shah | President | President@charlottemcc.org |
| Aisha El-Zorba | Vice President | VP@charlottemcc.org |
| Syed Abdul-Wahed | Secretary | Secretary@charlottemcc.org |
| Mehrnoush Chitsaz | Executive Director | ED@charlottemcc.org |
| Mensure Ibric | At-Large Member Representative | AtLarge@charlottemcc.org |
| Akram Zaben | Treasurer | Treasurer@charlottemcc.org |
🧩 Executive Committees
Operational Management & Program Leadership
The Executive Committees are responsible for the daily operations and execution of Pillars Mosque’s programs, projects, and administrative functions.
Led by the Executive Director, these committees ensure smooth coordination across departments such as education, youth engagement, facilities, finance, and outreach.
Executive Leadership:
| Position | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director | Mehrnoush Chitsaz | ED@charlottemcc.org |
| Education Director | — | Education@charlottemcc.org |
| Youth Coordinator | Aseel Ilish | Youth@charlottemcc.org |
| Facility Manager | Gazala Pashkar | Facilities@charlottemcc.org |
| Marketing Manager | Mehrnoush Chitsaz | Marketing@charlottemcc.org |
| Religious Advisory | Imam John Ederer | Imam@charlottemcc.org |
| Community Outreach | — | Connect@charlottemcc.org |
Executive Leadership:
| Position | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Director | Mehrnoush Chitsaz | ED@charlottemcc.org |
| Education Director | — | Education@charlottemcc.org |
| Youth Coordinator | Aseel Ilish | Youth@charlottemcc.org |
| Facility Manager | Gazala Pashkar | Facilities@charlottemcc.org |
| Marketing Manager | Mehrnoush Chitsaz | Marketing@charlottemcc.org |
| Religious Advisory | Imam John Ederer | Imam@charlottemcc.org |
| Community Outreach | — | Connect@charlottemcc.org |
💬 Our Commitment to Transparent Governance
Serving with Integrity and Accountability
Our governance model is rooted in Shura (consultation) — a principle deeply embedded in Islamic leadership.
All decisions are made collectively, through discussion, research, and community input.
The Boards and Committees work in synergy to ensure that Pillars Mosque continues to grow responsibly while upholding its mission of faith, education, and service.
“The best of you are those who serve the people.” — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
💡 Get Involved
Join Our Mission
Pillars Mosque is built and sustained by volunteers and community members like you.
If you’d like to contribute your skills to one of our committees, please reach out to our team.
📧 Email: info@charlottemcc.org
📞 Phone: +1-980-987-7171
📍 Address: Pillars Mosque, 3110 Johnson-Oehler Road, Charlotte, NC 28269, United States