Farah Hoepfl
I joined the Internet Society Foundation Philanthropy team in September 2022 as the Executive Assistant and Systems Support. In this role, I provide functional and executive support to the Executive Director and operational and administrative systems support to the team.
In January 2019, I joined the Internet Society as the Office and Global Facilities Manager in Reston, Virginia. Then, in April 2021 (post-COVID-19 office closures), I expanded my role and responsibilities by joining the Global HR and Administration team, where I supported several HR and Global Facilities functions and operations.
I have over 19 years of experience in specialized executive assistance, office management, HR support, project management, budgeting, and operations. Before joining the Internet Society, I worked as an Office Manager/Executive Assistant to the CEO at a government consulting agency, specializing in project management and supporting HR functions including recruiting, payroll, and benefits administration. I also served as an Executive Assistant/Office Manager at a global telecommunication organization, supporting the Vice President of Engineering and Operations and running day-to-day data center functions.
I have always been amazed by the tremendously talented staff at the Internet Society and the Foundation, and I am very proud to be a part of this wonderful organization.
When free, I like spending time with my friends and family, cooking, and working out. I love to travel and have visited and lived in 11 countries, with a long bucket list to check off. I am fluent in 4 languages and well-versed in 2 others.
Get to know Farah
Favorite Quote
Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.
-John D. Rockefeller
What do you most enjoy about the work you do?
I am thrilled about my work every day because it makes an immense difference in people’s lives globally. I am doing my part by uplifting my colleagues and being the glue that holds people together. I have always taken pride in being a go-to person for all my colleagues.
Your favorite podcast, book, or movie?
I am a huge fan of The Matrix movies and Keanu Reeves.
What do you like to do when you’re not working?
I enjoy listening to music, dancing, traveling, playing with my dog Johnny, and going to movies/restaurants/wineries with friends and family. I love to cook and can “make something out of nothing.” I also create masterpiece dishes by following intricate recipes.
Place in the world you’d love to visit?
I would love to travel to Europe and want to revisit Hawaii.