As the Assistant Commissioner for Immigrant and Refugee Affairs at Minnesota's Office of New Americans (ONA), Abdiwahab Mohamed spearheads efforts to integrate New Americans into the workforce and reduce barriers to economic development. With over six years of experience at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Mohamed has a proven track record in economic development and international trade. He holds a Master's Degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Nairobi.