Staff

CEO, Iron Star Foundation

Tara Lee is a Washington, DC-based trial attorney, U.S. Naval Academy graduate, and former military officer who co-founded Iron Star Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through partnerships with police, first responders, and veterans.

After serving in the U.S. Navy and earning her law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law, Tara built a distinguished legal career leading global practice groups and earning national recognition for her trial work. She is also known for her groundbreaking pro bono work involving human rights and international law, including testimony before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee.

A longtime DC-area resident, Tara has served on the boards of several community organizations and supported numerous philanthropic causes. Through Iron Star Foundation, she brings her commitment to service, community partnerships, and healthier, stronger communities across the Washington, DC, region.

President & COO, Iron Star Foundation

Joe Abdalla is a co-founder of the Iron Star Foundation and a decorated veteran of the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, with 30 years in law enforcement and 40 years of service to the DC region.

Throughout his career, Joe has earned numerous awards for his investigative work and community service. 

He has dedicated his life to building bridges between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

As President and COO of Iron Star Foundation, Joe leads community outreach efforts that support children and families, address food insecurity, and build stronger relationships between residents and local police across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.