Moody Demetry is a multifaceted Egyptian American leader who combines technical expertise with philanthropic vision. As Vice President of Engineering and Construction at a renewable energy company, he leads a team of 35 engineers and designers, managing multimillion-dollar projects in renewable solar energy. His technical leadership leverages over two decades of expertise in power systems, smart grids, and operational optimization. Under his direction, cross-functional teams have consistently achieved enhanced productivity, operational efficiency, and cost reduction through innovative policies and procedures aligned with industry standards.
Born and raised in Egypt until his adolescence, Moody moved to the United States in 1996 at age 19 to pursue higher education. He earned his BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from New York Institute of Technology (2005), where he secured his first role as an associate engineer during his senior year. Demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning, he completed his MS in Engineering Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (2007) while working full-time, later supplementing his education with a Certificate in Executive Leadership Management.
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In 2013, following a transformative visit to Egypt, Moody founded the Heya Masr Foundation (“She is Egypt”). The organization emerged from his firsthand observation of how education empowers and changes lives in the United States, combined with his recognition of urgent needs among Egyptian youth. The foundation focuses on empowering underprivileged Egyptian youth, particularly girls from disadvantaged backgrounds, many of whom live in slums with limited access to education. Through structured programs in character development, sports fitness, nutrition education, self-defense training, and harassment awareness, Heya Masr provides a nurturing, safe environment for personal growth. In 2017, the foundation expanded its scope by registering with the Ministry of Solidarity of Egypt and extending its programs to boys and parents, fostering comprehensive community development.
Throughout his career, Moody has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to community service, actively volunteering with various nonprofit organizations including Egypt Negma, Egypt Rise, and Big Brother Big Sister. These experiences have enriched his understanding of grassroots movements and community mobilization, enabling him to lead transformational efforts effectively.
His leadership style emphasizes strong communication, mentorship, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Moody possesses a unique ability to motivate and unite diverse teams around shared visions, creating spaces where both professional excellence and personal growth flourish.
Moody’s distinctive approach to leadership, combining technical mastery with humanitarian initiatives, has established him as a compassionate changemaker in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. His ongoing dedication to empowering underserved communities, particularly through education and skill development, continues to create lasting positive impact in Egypt and beyond.
Moody strongly believes that helping girls during adolescence to be stronger, stable, more confident, and independent will positively impact Egypt’s future for generations to come.
“Egyptian women must believe in themselves and know they are transformational agents” ~ Moody Demetry, Founder and CEO