Samina Kapadia
About Samina Kapadia
Samina Kapadia serves as the Director of Compliance & Controls at the Obama Presidential Center, where she leads initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. She has a background in law and political science, with previous roles at various law firms and organizations.
Current Role at Obama Foundation
Samina Kapadia serves as the Director of Compliance & Controls at the Obama Presidential Center, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she manages a comprehensive compliance program that focuses on ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards. She leads initiatives aimed at achieving diversity, equity, and inclusion goals specifically related to the construction of the Obama Presidential Center, contributing to the foundation's mission of community engagement and social impact.
Previous Experience in Legal and Compliance
Prior to her current role, Samina Kapadia gained extensive legal experience in various positions. She worked as an Associate at Dentons from 2012 to 2015 and at Faegre Baker Daniels LLP from 2015 to 2017. She also served as Assistant General Counsel at the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) from 2018 to 2021. Her early career included a summer associate position at SNR Denton in 2011 and internships at Amnesty International and Lawyers for Human Rights.
Educational Background
Samina Kapadia earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and International Studies from Northwestern University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. She then pursued her Juris Doctor at Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, completing her studies from 2009 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in compliance and legal matters.
Internship Experience
Samina Kapadia has completed several internships that contributed to her professional development. In 2010, she interned at Lawyers for Human Rights in Durban, South Africa, for two months. Additionally, she interned at Amnesty International's Midwest Regional Office in 2007. These experiences provided her with insights into human rights and legal advocacy.