Category: 2021 Delegate

Renata Archanjo is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Foreign Modern Languages and Literature and at the Postgraduate Program of Language Studies (PPgEL) of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Brazil. She has a PhD in Applied Linguistics from UFRN and she has been a visiting scholar at Birkbeck College – UK, 2014 and CUNY – USA, 2015 doing research in the field of multilingualism and urban education. Her recent research interests and publications are in the field of Foreign Language teaching and learning, multilingual education, language policy and the internationalization of higher education. She is currently UFRN’s International Relations Deputy Officer.

Assoc Prof Dr Mohd Ismid is the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International) of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. As a senior member of the University’s Executive Team, his duties include providing advice and leadership in international matters towards achieving the university’s strategic goals. He is responsible for internationalisation and for the continuing strategic development of international activities and engagement on behalf of the university. He is also actively involved in many international networks. He is currently the Director of the Executive Committee for the Asia Technological University Network (ATU-Net), Chair of ATU-Net Steering Committee, Deputy Chair of the Operational Board of the World Technological Universities Network (WTUN) and Executive Director of the Board of Management of the Swiss-ASEAN Learning and Teaching (SALT) Network. Aside from his duties as Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Assoc Prof Dr Mohd Ismid is also a member of Impact and Restoration of Water Bodies Research Group and specialised in the field of water quality management and biological assessment of water bodies.

Natalie Smith joined Coventry University as CSR Manager in 2019 and is currently responsible for cohering CSR activity from across the Group under three key themes: Enterprise, Health & Wellbeing, and Education. Alongside this, she works on developing the University’s Social Impact and Community Engagement narratives. Natalie’s previous experience has focussed on tackling food and fuel poverty through managing CSR programmes, community funds and launching a corporate foundation.

Dr. David Easow, honored with the prestigious “Maulana Azad Puraskar,” has built a remarkable 39-year career marked by leadership across IT & ITES, Infrastructure, Publishing, Management, Education, Training, and Non-Profit sectors. With advanced professional credentials in IT and management from both national and international institutions, Dr. Easow has held influential positions globally, shaping industries and driving growth.

His leadership roles include General Manager at Hilal Computers in Bahrain, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, Chief Information Officer at World Vision of India, Director at Exceed Technology (US-based), and Executive Director at EMPI Business School, Delhi. Widely recognized for his expertise in software development, consulting, and project management, Dr. Easow has advised over 200 companies worldwide.

Internationally, he played a pivotal role in establishing a leading IT company in Bahrain and spearheaded business development across four countries. He was instrumental in developing and launching India’s first postgraduate program in Business Analytics and AI-Infused Management Program, under the guidance of Padma Bhushan Shri. N. Vittal, the key architect of India’s IT and Telecom revolution.

Currently, Dr. Easow is Deputy Director of International Affairs and the School of Liberal Arts & Applied Sciences at Hindustan University. He also serves as Country Chapter Chair of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), a member of the Education Committee at the Council of EU Chambers of Commerce, and a mentor at the Atal Incubation Centre. His pioneering efforts, including launching the first internet versions of English and Arabic newspapers in the Middle East, 24/7 IT support service and developing flexible IT training programs, have earned him international recognition.

Ammar Al-Hawaj is a marketing and communications professional, with particular expertise in the domain of Transnational Education (TNE) and collaborative provision. Ammar receiced his Master in International Business and Management from the University of Manchester. He joined Ahlia University in 2011, and currently holds the post of Director of International Relations. In his capacity as Director of International Relations, Ammar sits on both the Brunel University PhD (Without Residence) Joint Board, and the George Washington University Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Off-campus Programs Board. Ammar has strategic level experience, and a proven track record at delivering innovative and bespoke organisational solutions.

Prof. Muneer Al Mubarak is a VP of Administration and Finance and Acting Dean for Graduate Studies & Research. He received his Ph.D. in Business & Economic Studies (Marketing) from University of Leeds, UK. Prof. Al Mubarak’s expertise is in strategic management, marketing management, and relationship marketing. He has over 34 years work experience as he contributed well in teaching and training in areas such as Leadership, Strategic Management, Relationship Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Communications, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility, Customer Relationship Management and Service Excellence. He has participated in many community activities over the years and is a reviewer of many reputable international journals.