He is further solidified by a robust portfolio in consultancy, specializing in organizational capability building, change management, and the development of training and quality assurance systems for institutions across the Middle East. As a lifelong learner and certified expert, they hold prestigious credentials, including Associate Certified Coach (ACC) from the International Coaching Federation and International Master Trainer (IMT) certifications. This unique synergy of high-level teaching, practical organizational consultancy, and professional certifications establishes them as an authority who effectively bridges theoretical management principles with real-world application.

I am a dedicated academic and educator with over a decade of experience in higher education, specializing in Tourism, Hospitality, and Business. My academic career includes faculty positions at prestigious institutions such as Yarmouk University and King Abdul Aziz University, where I have designed and lectured on a wide range of subjects. My expertise encompasses Rooms Division Management, Hotel Revenue Management, Tourism Law, Food and Beverage operations, and computer applications using industry-standard systems like Opera and Galileo.

He is a distinguished Professor of Business Law and the current Dean of the Faculty of Law at a prominent applied university. With a robust academic foundation, including a PhD in Business Law from the United Kingdom, their career exemplifies a steady ascent through the academic ranks, achieving the position of full Professor. Their scholarly impact is demonstrated by an extensive publication record in reputable international and regional journals, covering cutting-edge topics in e-commerce law, online arbitration, intellectual property, and banking law. Beyond research, they possess significant administrative leadership, having served in multiple senior roles including Department Head and Legal Affairs Director before becoming Dean. Their expertise is further recognized through active membership on national accreditation committees, where they contribute to evaluating and ensuring the quality of law programs across the country.

He is a renowned Professor and expert in human resource management with over 20 years of experience in the field. His research and consulting work has focused on a wide range of topics, including organizational behaviour, the future of work, and the strategic management of human resources. He began his career in human resource management as an HR professional in a large multinational corporation. He quickly rose through the ranks, eventually taking on leadership roles in HR strategy and talent management. As he progressed in his career, Professor Sam became increasingly interested in the theoretical foundations of HR and organizational behaviour, and he decided to pursue a doctoral degree in order to further his understanding of these topics.

Experienced educator with a demonstrated history of working in the sport management sector and academia. Thorough experience in post-secondary education sport management instruction and sport management degree program administration. Content expertise includes sport psychology, sport law, sport facilities management, sport operations, organizational behavior, emotional intelligence and leadership. International public speaking and project management experience. Extensive experience working with students of diverse racial and tribal communities in the United States and Kenya.

§ Experience of managing international projects & forming international partnerships & networks § Selected as Torchbearer for Greek Leg of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay-Hellenic Olympic Committee § Secretary of the British Disabled Fencing Association § Scholar of the Hellenic State Scholarships Foundation after National Exams & Onassis Public Benefit Foundation for postgraduate studies in Sport Policy & Management § European Achievement Award in Recognition of Academic Excellence-Sheffield Hallam University § Full Scholarship to attend the 8th Sport Management workshop funded by Sport for Tomorrow in NIFISA, Japan § 1st place in the Hellenic Girls’ Basketball Championship & 3rd at the Mixed Doubles men and women Badminton championships § Founding Member of the Hellenic Badminton Coaches Association § Former Young Delegate of ENGSO Youth contributing in several EU roles such as Facilitator at 2017 EU Youth Sport Forum

Experienced data science leader with over 10 years of expertise in solving complex business problems and developing data- driven strategies. Skilled in building scalable solutions using cloud computing, machine learning, and advanced analytics to drive business growth and efficiency.

a leading figure in sports coaching (specializing in futsal), physical education (PE), and higher education pedagogy, with 20+ years of experience spanning academia, elite sports coaching, and educational leadership. Based in Gloucester, UK, she currently serves as a Principal Lecturer (Sports Coaching/PE) and University Teaching Development Scheme Lead at Hartpury University (2011–present), where she drives innovation in teaching and coaching education. A multilingual scholar (native Portuguese/English, limited Spanish/Italian) with a PhD in Sports Coaching (Cardiff Metropolitan University), PgCTHE, and MA in Education (Sports Coaching, University of Bath), Dr Silva’s expertise bridges practical coaching excellence and academic rigor. As a futsal coach, she has built award-winning programs: founding Hartpury University’s futsal team (2012) and leading it to 4 BUCS League Championships (2017–19, 2019–20, 2021–22) and 3 BUCS Cup titles, plus promotion to the BUCS Prem (top tier). She also held elite roles like England Deaf Women's Futsal Joint Head Coach (2017–2020), guiding the team to 2nd place in European qualifiers (Norway) and 4th in the European Championships (Finland), and was the only female head coach in the FA Men's National League (Gloucester City Futsal, 2013–2015). In academia, Dr Silva leads teaching development at Hartpury, acts as an External Examiner for universities (e.g., University of South Wales, University of Northampton), and contributes to global coaching research as an Executive Board Member (International Officer) for the Cluster for Research into Coaching (CRiC). She also partners with organizations like UK Coaching (Associate Coach Developer) and The Football Association (National Futsal Course Coach Developer) to shape coach education standards nationwide.

a globally recognized scholar, educator, and leader in sport business, disability sport, and sport sociology, with a 40+ year career spanning academia, international sports organizations, and community engagement. Currently an Emeritus Professor at the University of East London (UEL) and former Professor at Loughborough University London (2019–2022), he specializes in Paralympic studies, sport sustainability, and sport’s social impact—fields where he has shaped research, policy, and practice worldwide. A graduate of the University of Queensland (PhD), University of Melbourne (M.Ed.), and University of Western Australia (B.P.E.), Gilbert’s academic contributions include over 70 peer-reviewed publications (books, journal articles, book chapters) on topics like Paralympic legacy, sport and disability, and media representations of Paralympic athletes. He co-founded/led influential research centers: the Centre for Sport, Disability and Health (UEL) and the Australian Paralympic Committee (APC)-QUT National Sport Science Centre—the first of its kind in Australia—securing over $2.1M in grants (e.g., from USOPC, AFL) to advance sport-related research. Beyond research, Gilbert is a distinguished educator: a Principal Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy, recipient of 6 “Best Lecturer” awards (QUT Student Union), and supervisor of 60+ honors students and 4+ PhD candidates. He has designed/taught 10+ graduate/undergraduate courses (e.g., Sociological Dimensions of Sport, Sport & Society) and innovated teaching methods (e.g., online flexible delivery, video assessment). His professional leadership includes roles as Assistant Chef de Mission for the Australian Paralympic Team (2000 Sydney Games, managing a $3.5M budget), Executive Board Member of the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE), and recipient of the 2000 Queen Elizabeth Award for services to Australian sport. He has delivered 50+ keynote speeches at global conferences (e.g., IOC-UNESCO Congress, Peace & Sport Conference) and advised organizations like the IPC, USOC, and British Paralympic Committee on sport legacy and sustainability.

A visionary sports tech entrepreneur, former NBA agent, and adjunct professor, Joshua Ebrahim bridges sports analytics, athlete representation, and higher education. As Founder and CEO of ProFitX (2019–present), he developed an AI-powered sports analytics platform dubbed the “Bloomberg Terminal of Professional Sports” (Forbes), which delivers real-time performance/financial insights for athletes. The platform has secured a multi-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks, boasts 450+ NBA athlete profiles, and counts NBA guard Devin Cannady and ESPN’s Bobby Marks on its board. Previously, as President of Basketball Operations at Rosenhaus Sports Representation (2015–2019), he built the basketball division, negotiating $32M in NBA contracts and representing 8 players—experiences that inspired ProFitX to solve gaps in athlete performance/financial analysis. An adjunct professor at Long Island University + Roc Nation (2023–present, teaching graduate-level Sports Analytics) and Monroe College (2016–2022), he has instructed 10+ business/accounting courses and established a ProFitX-Monroe partnership to offer student internships/scholarships. With an MBA (Webster University) and B.S. in Information Technology (Washington State University), he holds NBPA certification as a player agent, U.S. Secret Government Clearance, and expertise in tools like Tableau, SportsCode, and SAP. His career unites sports business acumen, tech innovation, and educational mentorship.