Advisory Board
Prof. Joe Houghton
Program Director, Project Management UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Dublin
Prof. Joe Houghton
Program Director, Project Management, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Dublin
At present, he is working at the Tamaulipas Autonomous University (UAT). He is a full professor
and the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (AI&I) Lab Director, corporate trainer, and
Information Technology strategic advisor for the National Manufacturing Association (INDEX)
Mexico. He was a higher education executive director at the international institute of studies
(IIES); in 2011, he created the first business school in Tamaulipas, Mexico, and increased
academic quality and 30% tuition. Furthermore, he was the information technology manager at
Emerson Electric, where he developed more than 40 software, some of them used globally in
Emerson, and achieved technology convergence by implementing the first efforts on IOT and
industry 4.0 applied in manufacturing environments back in 2008. As a Ph.D. Student he works
at the ontology engineering group at technical university of Madrid (UPM),
He is a member of level one of national systems researchers (SNI) of the prestigious national
council of science and technology (Conacyt), Mexico’s entity promoting scientific and
technological activities in Mexico, promoting high-quality scientific research. He also is a
member of accredited professor by the national education secretary in Mexico. And a member
of the association for computing machinery (ACM).
He is currently a full professor at the Tamaulipas Autonomous University (UAT), where he also serves as Director of the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (AI&I) Lab. In addition to his academic role, he is a corporate trainer and Information Technology strategic advisor for the National Manufacturing Association (INDEX) in Mexico. Previously, he was the Executive Director of Higher Education at the International Institute of Studies (IIES), where in 2011, he founded Tamaulipas’ first business school, improving academic quality and raising tuition by 30%. His professional experience includes working as the Information Technology Manager at Emerson Electric, where he developed over 40 software applications, some of which were used globally, and spearheaded early efforts in IoT and Industry 4.0 within manufacturing environments as early as 2008. Currently, as a Ph.D. student, he is part of the Ontology Engineering Group at the Technical University of Madrid (UPM). He is also a member of the National System of Researchers (SNI) at level one, under Mexico’s National Council of Science and Technology (Conacyt), which promotes high-quality scientific research. Additionally, he is an accredited professor by the National Education Secretary in Mexico and a member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM).
Ahmad Albattat is an Associate Professor in Graduate School of Management, Post Graduate
Centre, Management and Science University, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. He is a Visiting
Professor and External Examiner in Medan Academy of Tourism (Akpar Medan). He
received PhD in Hospitality Management “Disaster and Emergency Planning and
Preparedness” from University Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia. He worked as an Assistant
Professor, Ammon Applied University College, Amman, Jordan. Senior Lecturer and
Research Coordinator in School of Hospitality & Creative Arts, Management and Science
University, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, and Researcher at Sustainable Tourism Research
Cluster (STRC), Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. He was working for the Jordanian hospitality industry
for 17 years. His teaching and consultancy fields include hospitality management, events
management, research methodology, strategic management and final research projects. His
research areas include hospitality management, hotel, tourism, events, emergency planning,
disaster management, sustainable development goals and human resource. He is an active
member of several Scientific and Editorial Board of International journals, reviewer, author
and editor for book projects. His latest works have been published in the refereed international
journals, conference proceedings, books and book chapters.
Dr. Ahmad Rasmi Albattat
Associate Professor, Post Graduate Centre, Management and Science University, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Dr. Gul Erkol Bayram is an Associate Professor and Vice Dean at the Tourism Faculty of Sinop University, Turkey, where she teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses. She holds a PhD in Tourism Management from Sakarya University and brings over 20 years of experience in the tourism industry, having worked as a professional tour guide, hotel agent, guest relations manager, and travel agency consultant. Her expertise spans tourism management, organizational behavior, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, cultural tourism, and cross-cultural management. Dr. Erkol Bayram’s research focuses on critical areas such as women empowerment, sustainability, green practices, strategy implementation, knowledge management, crisis management, destination marketing, and information technology in developing countries. She has served on numerous Master’s and PhD dissertation committees and has contributed extensively to the academic field with international publications, book chapters, and edited volumes. Additionally, she is a member of several editorial boards, including the Journal of Tourismology, Discover Sustainability, Journal of Social and Economic Sciences, Journal of Tourism Research, and the EuroMed Journal of Management. She has been invited to speak at over 100 lectures and panel discussions globally.
Dr. Gul Erkol Bayram is an Associate Professor and Vice Dean at the Tourism Faculty of Sinop University, Turkey, where she teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses. She holds a PhD in Tourism Management from Sakarya University and brings over 20 years of experience in the tourism industry, having worked as a professional tour guide, hotel agent, guest relations manager, and travel agency consultant. Her expertise spans tourism management, organizational behavior, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, cultural tourism, and cross-cultural management. Dr. Erkol Bayram’s research focuses on critical areas such as women empowerment, sustainability, green practices, strategy implementation, knowledge management, crisis management, destination marketing, and information technology in developing countries. She has served on numerous Master’s and PhD dissertation committees and has contributed extensively to the academic field with international publications, book chapters, and edited volumes. Additionally, she is a member of several editorial boards, including the Journal of Tourismology, Discover Sustainability, Journal of Social and Economic Sciences, Journal of Tourism Research, and the EuroMed Journal of Management. She has been invited to speak at over 100 lectures and panel discussions globally.
Dr. Anuj Kumar
Head of Research, Rushford Business School, Switzerland
Research Fellow, INTI International University, Malaysia
Dr. Anuj Kumar serves as the Head of Research and Associate Professor at Rushford Business School, Switzerland, and holds an honorary position as a Research Fellow at INTI International University, Malaysia. His research interests include marketing, international business, and general management. Dr. Kumar completed his M.Sc. in International Business from University College Dublin, Ireland, and his Ph.D. from Aligarh Muslim University. With over eighty publications in esteemed SCOPUS, Web of Science, SCI, ABDC, and UGC Care journals, his work includes two e-books and five book chapters, two of which are Scopus-indexed. He has also contributed cases to Emerald Emerging Case Studies, International Social Science Journal, Small Enterprise Research, and Case Centre-UK. Dr. Kumar holds three internationally granted patents from South Africa and one from the Indian Government. He has been involved in over 50 conferences and 40 faculty development programs, and has been invited as a session chair, keynote speaker, and judge at numerous national and international events. Additionally, he has delivered guest lectures at institutions such as Vietnam National University, Hanoi, and University College Dublin. Dr. Kumar was awarded a major research project grant from the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) as a co-project investigator.
The Economy, Leadership, and You – A Toolkit for Builders of a Better World” (Evolutesix, London 2020), co-authored with Graham Boyd, was a finalist in the 2021 American Book Fest Awards. This book offers practical guidance for creating a more equitable and sustainable global economy. Another key work, “Introducing a New Economics: Pluralist, Sustainable, and Progressive” (Pluto Press, London, 2018), co-authored with Maria Madi and Molly Scott Cato, presents an alternative economic framework focused on sustainability and social progress. Earlier contributions include “The Handbook of Pluralist Economics Education” (Routledge, London, 2009; re-issued in paperback in 2014), which advocates for diversity in economic education, and “The Economics Curriculum: Towards a Radical Reformulation” (World Economics Association Books, Bristol, UK, 2014), co-authored with Maria Madi, calling for a fundamental overhaul of the traditional economics curriculum. Together, these works challenge conventional economic thinking and offer fresh perspectives for a more inclusive and progressive economic future.
Dr. Jack Reardon
Founding Editor, International Journal of Pluralism and Economics Education. Senior Lecturer, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
David Briggs, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor UNE and Mahidol Universities New South Wales, Australia
Dr. David Briggs, a Member of the Order of Australia (AM), is the Deputy Chair of HNECCPHN and the former Editor of the Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management. He currently serves as Honorary Editor-in-Chief of the ASEAN Journal of Health Development and is an Adjunct Professor at both the AIHD, Mahidol University, Thailand, and the Faculty of Medicine and Health at UNE. He is the Immediate Past National President of the Society for Health Administration Programs (SHAPE) and the Director of DSB Consulting A/Asia P/L. With extensive experience as a Chief Executive in rural health, primary healthcare, and the professional development of health managers, Dr. Briggs has also contributed significantly through conference presentations, journal reviews, and editorial work. His expertise spans executive and general management, financial management, research, and teaching. In recognition of his contributions, he has been awarded the College Gold Medal and life membership by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM).
David Briggs, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor UNE and Mahidol Universities New South Wales, Australia
Dr. David Briggs, a Member of the Order of Australia (AM), is the Deputy Chair of HNECCPHN and the former Editor of the Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management. He currently serves as Honorary Editor-in-Chief of the ASEAN Journal of Health Development and is an Adjunct Professor at both the AIHD, Mahidol University, Thailand, and the Faculty of Medicine and Health at UNE. He is the Immediate Past National President of the Society for Health Administration Programs (SHAPE) and the Director of DSB Consulting A/Asia P/L. With extensive experience as a Chief Executive in rural health, primary healthcare, and the professional development of health managers, Dr. Briggs has also contributed significantly through conference presentations, journal reviews, and editorial work. His expertise spans executive and general management, financial management, research, and teaching. In recognition of his contributions, he has been awarded the College Gold Medal and life membership by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM).
She is an academician and researcher with nearly two decades of experience, specializing in online education, accreditations, and validations. Throughout her career, she has held positions such as Dean and Programme Director of a UK-based, triple-accredited (AACSB, EFMD, and AMBA) program, as well as Head of Partnerships for validated and franchise programs. Her passion for academics and innovative contributions have provided her opportunities to work on quality academic initiatives across Europe, India, and the USA. She has traveled extensively to countries like the United States, England, Germany, and India, and has been affiliated with prestigious institutions such as Amity University, Open University validated awards, Coventry University, Oxford Brookes University, and EU Business School, among others. With valuable experience in establishing new business schools, she has successfully managed end-to-end academic programs and administration, further enriching her expertise in higher education.
Dr. Kanika Gupta
Chief Academic Officer, European Global Institute of Innovation & Technology (EU Global)
Marko Peric, Ph. D
Chief Editor, Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Croatia
Marko Perić is a Full Professor and Vice Dean for International Affairs at the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, Croatia. His academic focus centers on strategic management in tourism and hospitality, project management, and sports management within the tourism and hospitality sectors. His research has been widely published in renowned international journals, including the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, The Service Industries Journal, Small Business Economics – An Entrepreneurship Journal, Tourism Management Perspectives, Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism, Journal of Sport & Tourism, International Journal of Tourism Futures, Event Management, Economic Research – Ekonomska Istraživanja, European Journal of Tourism Research, Sport, Business and Management: An International Journal, Sustainability, Kybernetes, and Local Economy. He serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Tourism and Hospitality Management journal, Associate Editor of the European Journal of Tourism Research, and is a member of the Editorial Advisory Board for the Event Management journal. His extensive contributions have significantly influenced the fields of tourism and hospitality management.
Marko Peric, Ph. D
Chief Editor, Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Croatia
Marko Perić is a Full Professor and Vice Dean for International Affairs at the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, Croatia. His academic focus centers on strategic management in tourism and hospitality, project management, and sports management within the tourism and hospitality sectors. His research has been widely published in renowned international journals, including the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, The Service Industries Journal, Small Business Economics – An Entrepreneurship Journal, Tourism Management Perspectives, Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism, Journal of Sport & Tourism, International Journal of Tourism Futures, Event Management, Economic Research – Ekonomska Istraživanja, European Journal of Tourism Research, Sport, Business and Management: An International Journal, Sustainability, Kybernetes, and Local Economy. He serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Tourism and Hospitality Management journal, Associate Editor of the European Journal of Tourism Research, and is a member of the Editorial Advisory Board for the Event Management journal. His extensive contributions have significantly influenced the fields of tourism and hospitality management.
Dr. Prateek Kalia is a post-doctoral researcher at the Department of Corporate Economy, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic. Previously, he served as Director and Professor at a prominent university in North India. With expertise in management, his research interests include digital analytics, electronic commerce, e-service quality, and consumer behavior. Dr. Kalia’s work has been published in leading international journals, such as the International Journal of Operations & Production Management, Computers in Human Behavior, Journal of Innovation & Knowledge, and The TQM Journal. He is also a reviewer for several top-tier journals and has presented his research at numerous national and international conferences, earning various awards and accolades. Currently, Dr. Kalia is editing a book on digital analytics for Apple Academic Press (CRC Press). He is particularly known for his innovative smartphone user classification metrics, termed “Cellulographics,” for which he holds a copyright. His contributions continue to shape the fields of digital analytics and consumer behavior.
Prateek Kalia, Ph.D
Post Doc Research Specialist Department of Corporate Economy Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University
Dr. Rasheedul Haque
Associate Professor Faculty of Business, Accounting & Finance (FBAF), MAHSA University, MALAYSIA
Vu Thanh Huong, Ph. D
Associate Dean Faculty of International Business and Economics University of Economics and Business, Vietnam National University
Dr. Vu Thanh Huong serves as Vice Dean at the Faculty of Vietnam National University, Hanoi. She holds a Ph.D. in International Economics and boasts a distinguished publication record, including ten books, sixteen book chapters, and numerous research articles in Scopus-indexed and other reputable journals. With over twenty-one years of experience, Dr. Huong has completed twenty-seven research projects, showcasing her extensive expertise and significant contributions to the field of international economics. Her academic work reflects a deep commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing critical issues in her discipline.
Vu Thanh Huong, Ph. D
Associate Dean Faculty of International Business and Economics University of Economics and Business, Vietnam National University
Prior to his present position as Professor in Finance, at Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Mumbai Prof. Prasada Rao has held several administrative portfolios at GITAM University such as Centre for Learning & Sustainability, Director, Academic Affairs, Founder Dean & Director of Hyderabad Business School (GHBS), Founding Director, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, and Founder Director, GITAM Centre for Distance Learning, Member of the Academic Council among several other positions. He was also on the Advisory Board of The Indian Management Researcher, a bi-annual journal of HBS. He also served as the Chairman of the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS), AP Chapter, and Executive Board Member of AIMS. Currently, he is serving as a Member of BoS/Advisory Council of many academic institutions. He was on the Expert Committee for the faculty recruitment of various institutions including IIMs. Prof. Prasada Rao is a member of many professional bodies such as Global Economic Progress & Research, Commerce Association, Economic Association, HMA, NHRD Network, and All India Management Association (AIMA). Prof. Prasada Rao believes in lifelong learning, and hence he has earned certifications from various globally reputed institutions/universities such as Financial Markets, and Yale University. Accounting for Decision Making, Michigan University.
Prof. SS Prasada Rao, Ph. D
Professor in Finance, Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Matunga, Mumbai
Dr. Supriya Lamba Sahdev
Deputy Director of Office of International Affairs, and Associate Professor, Alliance School of Business, Alliance University
Dr. Supriya Lamba Sahdev is a certified academician, researcher, coach, and trainer with over 11 years of experience in Marketing and International Business. She currently serves as Head of Marketing (Associate Professor) at ISBR Business School in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Dr. Sahdev holds double bachelor’s degrees in Commerce and Education, double master’s degrees in Commerce and Education, and a Ph.D. in Management, specializing in open innovation in Indian food processing SMEs. She began her academic career at Amity University as an Assistant Professor and Programme Leader for the 3Continent Program in 2012. She has published over 100 research papers in UGC and SCOPUS-indexed journals and presented at numerous national and international conferences. With 10+ book chapters and three patents to her name, Dr. Sahdev has also served as a reviewer and lead organizer for various international conferences, including IEEE Conferences. She is currently the Special Session Chair for the International Conference on Intelligent and Innovative Technologies in Computing, Electrical and Electronics (ICIITCEE 2023) and has chaired sessions at the ICIEM Conference, Amity University-London in 2020. Dr. Sahdev also serves as Lead Editor for IJASRET and is on the editorial board of Ecronicon. She holds over 35 certifications from organizations such as Infosys, the International Trade Centre in Geneva, and ADBI.
Dr. Supriya Lamba Sahdev
Deputy Director of Office of International Affairs, and Associate Professor, Alliance School of Business, Alliance University
Dr. Supriya Lamba Sahdev is is a certified trained academician, researcher, certified coach and trainer with 11+ years of experience in the field of Marketing and International Business, is HOD Marketing (Associate Professor) at ISBR Business School, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. She has done her double bachelors- in Commerce and Education and her double masters- in Commerce and Education. She is Ph.D. in Management where she had worked for almost 6 years in the area of open Innovation in Indian Food Processing SMEs. Started her academic career with Amity University as Assistant professor and Programme Leader of 3Continent program in 2012. Presently has to her credit more than 100 plus Research Papers in UGC and SCOPUS publications in reputed national and international journals accompanied with hundreds of Research participation in International/National Conferences including FDP, MDP and Symposiums. She has 10+ book chapters and 3 patents to her name which are granted. She is serving as a member of the review committee for conferences and journals. She has performed as the lead organizer for conducting International Conferences, IEEE Conferences- as session chair. She is acting as the special session-conference chair for International Conference on Intelligent and Innovative Technologies in Computing, Electrical and Electronics (ICIITCEE 2023) (http://iitcee-conference.org/ss23.html) which is indexed in the IEEE and Scopus. And Was the Session Chair & Core Committee Member -ICIEM Conference, Amity University-London 2020(https://amity.edu/iciem/special.asp. She is also acting as the Lead Editor for IJASRET-Editorial Board Members, http://www.ijasret.com/EditorialBoard.aspx, ISSN: 2456-0774; Impact Factor: 4.530 and Ecronicon -Editorial Board Members, https://www.ecronicon.com/nutrition-editorial-panel.php. Has got 35+ certifications- few of them are from Infosys, International Trade Centre, Geneva, Atal Academy and ADBI to name a few. Her area of interest includes International Business, Fusion of Technology with International Marketing, Open Innovation, Sustainability, International Management and Cross-Cultural Management, International Trade Management, Entrepreneurship Development, Role of New Age Technologies. She is a member of different Societies and professional bodies including members of World Economic Association, Member of CII, IICCI, SEPC, FIEO, AIMA and many more.
Nithesh Naik is a visionary entrepreneur, distinguished academician, and accomplished researcher currently serving in the Faculty of Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, India. He also holds the position of Chief Technical Officer at Curiouz TechLab Private Limited. Naik is the Secretary of the International Training and Research in Urooncology and Endourology (iTRUE), and an Editorial Board Member for Therapeutic Advances in Urology and Engineered Science. Additionally, he is a Guest Editor for several journals, including Electronics, Frontiers in Surgery, Frontiers in Medicine, and Engineering Proceedings. His research contributions are extensive, with over 165 publications in renowned Scopus and SCI-indexed journals. Naik’s innovative approach and commitment to advancing technology are further demonstrated by his impressive portfolio of seven patents filed with the Indian Office of Patents. These patents cover a wide array of technologies, from automated gear hobbing fixtures to advanced medical devices such as the scissors-needle system for intra-cavitary hydro-dissection and tissue excision. His patent work underscores his dedication to developing practical solutions and making a significant impact in both industrial and healthcare settings.
Nithesh Naik, Ph. D
Professor (Assistant- Senior) | Faculty of Engineering | Dept. of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology | Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Institute of Eminence (IoE)| Manipal | India
Kresimir Mikinac, Ph. D
Assistant Professor with specialization in food and beverage operations in the tourism and hospitality industry
Kresimir Mikinac is an Assistant Professor specializing in food and beverage operations within the tourism and hospitality industry. He serves as the head of the Business Economics in Tourism and Hospitality program at the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management Opatija. Mikinac is actively involved in various projects and regularly advises the Association of Employers in Croatian Hospitality (AECH) and the Croatian Chamber of Economy (CCE) on matters related to hotel operations, food and beverage management, and eno-gastronomy. As an engaged hospitality practitioner, he is involved in co-creating innovations and re-engineering business processes for hotel operations and food and beverage sectors. His current research focuses on gastronomic experiences, working conditions in hospitality, wine management, and the integration of technology in the hospitality industry.
Dr. Pushan Kumar Dutta is an esteemed Assistant Professor Grade III in the Electronics and Communication Engineering Department at ASETK, Amity University Kolkata. He earned his Ph.D. from Jadavpur University in Kolkata in 2015 and completed a post-doctoral fellowship with Erasmus Mundus Association at the University of Oradea in Romania, where he delivered a keynote speech in Bucharest. Honored with the Young Faculty in Engineering Award from Venus International Awards, Chennai in 2018, Dr. Dutta is a prolific editor who has edited three books for prestigious publishers such as IET Press and Elsevier, and indexed over 20 book chapters across Springer, Wiley, CRC, Apple Academic Press, and Taylor & Francis. With more than 90 articles published in esteemed international journals, he serves as a lead guest editor for several journals, including those published by Bonview Publisher, Metaverse, Izmirakademy, American Scientific Publishing Group, and IET. Dr. Dutta is actively involved in the technical programming committees for notable conferences, including Smart Cities, Arab Science and Information, and the IEEE Region 10 HTC Conference, and delivered a keynote speech on robotics in Data Science Europe in Belgrade, Serbia, in 2022. Additionally, he coordinates sports and innovation competitions at Amity University Kolkata, fostering student participation in national contests.
Pushan Kumar Dutta, Ph. D
Assistant Professor Grade III in Electronics and Communication Engineering Department at ASETK, Amity University Kolkata
Rumki Bandyopadhyay brings over 22 years of extensive experience in institutional leadership, training, research, publications, and teaching, with a focus on accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, and international education. She holds a Master’s in Commerce and a PhD, complemented by a Certificate of Teaching in Higher Education from Oxford Brookes University. Dr. Bandyopadhyay has contributed significantly to academia through numerous research papers and journal articles presented at esteemed conferences and published in reputed journals and books. Her research excellence has been recognized with the ‘Best Research Paper Award’ from Emerald Publications. She is frequently invited as a keynote speaker and trainer by various corporate and academic entities and has successfully managed projects for the Government of India and the European ERASMUS+ program. In addition, she holds two patents under Indian Intellectual Property Rights and one granted patent from the German Patent and Trademark Office. Dr. Bandyopadhyay also serves on the editorial and review boards of prominent national and international journals and professional organizations, including the International Management Research Academy (IMRA), London.
Anoop Pandey, Ph. D
Professor in Commerce, HNB Garhwal University, Central University, Uttarakhand, India
Graduating in 2004, he has amassed 13 years of teaching experience and holds an M.E. and a Ph.D. in Power System Stability from PEC University of Technology, Chandigarh. Since January 2013, he has been a faculty member at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Chandigarh University. His contributions to education have earned him several accolades, including the ISTE Best Teacher Award (2015), Outstanding Educator Award, and Best Researcher Award from the International Institute of Organized Research (2017), as well as the Best Teacher ITSR Award (2017) and Best Teacher Award from his current university (2016). He has organized an International Symposium on Real World Simulators in Higher Education in the Philippines and serves on the International Advisory Panel of MALTEAS (Malaysia Technical Scientist Association). Additionally, he is an editor for reputable international journals, a member of various Technical Program Committees for international and national conferences (IEEE and Springer), and has chaired sessions at Springer International Conferences. He has delivered numerous guest lectures and expert talks both in India and abroad, and is actively involved in organizing workshops for students and participating in national and international competitions.
Charmaine Gangen boasts over 30 years of diverse experience across four continents—Africa, Asia, North America, and South America—having worked in countries including South Africa, UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, the Philippines, and North Africa. She has established herself as a key player in the global Entrepreneurship Ecosystem, notably organizing one of the largest global Entrepreneurship Catalyst Symposiums in February 2022. A seasoned business academic, Charmaine is a Subject Matter Expert in 25 business areas and has a broad teaching and mentoring background. She has lectured, facilitated, mentored, and coached students in Health Sciences and various business programs at prominent universities and private colleges in South Africa, including the University of the Western Cape, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, University of Cape Town, Management College of Southern Africa, Boston City Campus, and Cornerstone, as well as in India and the Philippines.
Charmaine Gangen
Global Entrepreneurship Education Consultant / Founder and Chair - First Global Entrepreneurship Catalyst Symposium 2022 / Global Jury - Wadhwani Foundation/ Pitch decks - Philippines / Global Startup Mentor/Academi
Dr. Jeevanand Seshadrinath
Department of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)
Dr. Jeevanand Seshadrinath earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi in 2013. From 2015 to 2016, he was a Research Fellow at Rolls Royce @ NTU Corporate Lab, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), India. His research focuses on the diagnosis and prognosis of electrical machines, power electronic drives, and renewable energy systems. Dr. Seshadrinath is a senior member of IEEE and is actively involved in the Industry Applications Society (IAS) and Industrial Electronics Society (IES). He also serves as the advisor for the IEEE IAS Student Branch at IIT Roorkee and has previously been an Execom Member of the IEEE PES-IAS and PELS-IES Chapters of the IEEE Delhi Section.
Birendra Kr. Saraswat is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad. He earned his M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field from GLA University, Mathura. His scholarly work includes a book, several book chapters, and numerous research papers published in Scopus-indexed journals and conferences. He has also been awarded multiple Indian patents and has completed various certified MOOC courses through Coursera and NPTEL. Active in professional societies such as IEEE, IAENG, and IFERP, Dr. Saraswat has served as a session chair and reviewer for IEEE conferences and has been invited as a keynote speaker and judge at several patent conclaves in India. He has participated in numerous short-term programs and faculty development programs organized by NITTTR, NPTEL, ATAL, and AKTU. His research interests include Machine Learning, Python Programming, Blockchain, Healthcare, and Computer Networks.
Mr. Birendra Kr. Saraswat
Assistant Professor, Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad.
Birendra Kr. Saraswat is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad. He earned his M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field from GLA University, Mathura. His scholarly work includes a book, several book chapters, and numerous research papers published in Scopus-indexed journals and conferences. He has also been awarded multiple Indian patents and has completed various certified MOOC courses through Coursera and NPTEL. Active in professional societies such as IEEE, IAENG, and IFERP, Dr. Saraswat has served as a session chair and reviewer for IEEE conferences and has been invited as a keynote speaker and judge at several patent conclaves in India. He has participated in numerous short-term programs and faculty development programs organized by NITTTR, NPTEL, ATAL, and AKTU. His research interests include Machine Learning, Python Programming, Blockchain, Healthcare, and Computer Networks.
Dr. Jolly Masih Matharu
Assistant Dean, SOM- International Collaborations, BML Munjal University, Gurgram
Dr. Jolly Masih Matharu is a distinguished academician and scientist in marketing and agribusiness. She has held positions at prominent institutions such as Symbiosis University, Prestige Institute, and Lovely Professional University. Dr. Matharu has an extensive publication record, with over 80 research papers, 8 books, and 30 book chapters to her credit, and holds more than 20 national and international patents. Her achievements have been recognized with several awards, including the Lilavati Award, Young Researcher Award, Rula International Scientist Award, and Foxclues Award. She completed post-doctoral studies at Erasmus University in the Netherlands, earned her Ph.D. from IABM India in collaboration with Drexel University, USA, and holds a post-graduate diploma from IIM Indore. Over the past decade, she has actively contributed to the development of various courses, subject matter, projects, and research for institutions of national and international repute.
Dr. Jolly Masih Matharu is an accomplished academician and scientist in the field of marketing and agribusiness. In past, she has worked with top institutes of India like Symbiosis university, Prestige Institute and Lovely Professional University. She has written 80+ research papers, 8 books, 30 book chapters. She holds 20 + national and international patents. She has been awarded the prestigious Lilavati Award, Young Researcher Award, Rula international scientist award and Foxclues award. She has accomplished post-doctoral studies from Erasmus university, Netherlands, did Ph. D from IABM India in collaboration with Drexel University, USA and did her post-graduation diploma from IIM Indore. Over the last 10 years she has contributed actively in developing various courses, subject matter, projects and research work for institutions of national and international repute.
O P Khanduja
Academician | Philanthropist | Marketing Veteran | Lifetime Achievement Award | Jewel of Indian Spices 2018
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