Educator
Dr. Feghali—educator
I’ve always been passionate about unlocking potential—whether in a classroom, a boardroom, or a startup incubator. As an educator, my mission was never just to teach; it was to inspire action, challenge conventional thinking, and equip people with the tools to succeed.
That same drive led me beyond traditional education into coaching, mentorship, and business strategy. Today, I take that experience and apply it to helping entrepreneurs, professionals, and businesses grow. My approach is hands-on, practical, and built on real-world insights. Because at the end of the day, success isn’t about what you know—it’s about how you use it.
Dr. Feghali is an education consultant and business coach with 35+ years of experience in education, technology, and entrepreneurship. He has designed strategies and roadmaps and implemented for-profit and non-profit projects in the education sector catering to K-12, higher education, and professional development.
Tony spent over 20 years in higher education at the American University of Beirut, teaching, conducting research, and serving the community. He founded the entrepreneurship initiative at the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business, introduced entrepreneurship to the university culture, and co-directed the Darwazah Center for Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship.
With an entrepreneurship theme, his career is at the intersection of technology, education, and business. Tony launched several initiatives, projects, and ed-tech startups and continues to serve on company boards.
Divisions I contributed to
Professional Education
Higher
Education
K-12
Professional Education
Introduction
Projects I worked on
Subject matter expert – Education Sector, Oliver Wyman (2023–Present)
Supporting KSA's Ministry of Education on human empowerment, innovation, and professional education strategies.
Advising on public-private partnership models, national capability building, and leadership development tracks.
Jan 1992 – Dec 1992
Andersen Consulting, Chicago, Illinois
Consultant
Implemented a Performance Support System with worldwide release for
employees and consultants.
Aug 1992 – Dec 1992
IBM Corporation, Rochester, Minnesota
Consultant
Implemented a Performance Support System in Design for
Manufacturability for IBM hard disk manufacturing plant.
K–12 education
Founder and director, Bicharaf (2004–2013)
Launched a national academic integrity initiative across Lebanese schools and universities.
Designed training materials, led school visits, and hosted forums for educators.
Funded by organizations like USAID, UNESCO, and Lebanese Transparency Association.
Curriculum development – Injaz Arabia
Co-led the localization of a business ethics curriculum targeting high school students across the Arab region.
Workshops and teacher training
Facilitated hands-on sessions for K–12 teachers on promoting ethics and integrity in classrooms.
Delivered workshops in Lebanon, Jeddah, and through various conferences.
Educational multimedia and learning tools
Created KARLI, a science-based CD-ROM aligned with the Lebanese curriculum.
Produced interactive learning tools, including Navigate Lebanon and The Carrier.
Higher education
Assistant Professor and Senior Lecturer, American University of Beirut (1993–2013)
Taught over 20 different undergraduate and graduate courses in MIS, e-business, innovation, and systems.
Supervised MBA projects, senior theses and mentored hundreds of students.
Served as academic advisor to more than 700 students during my tenure.
Founder, entrepreneurship initiative @AUB
Introduced entrepreneurship into AUB’s academic culture.
Organized regional events, startup juries, and built partnerships across the Levant and GCC.
Co-director, Darwazah center for innovation and entrepreneurship
Shaped strategic direction, led programs, and supported academic research in the field.
Principal – Higher education sector, Ministry of Education – KSA (via Nurve Partners)
Led a consulting team in supporting the Vice Minister of Education.
Developed education sector strategies, higher ed research reports, and operational roadmaps.
Delivered assessments on institutional effectiveness and digital transformation in Saudi Arabia.
Web-based tools and systems
Designed and implemented the Online Advisor, a decision-support platform to streamline academic advising.
Led OSB's newsletter and communication efforts to improve visibility and digital presence.
Research and publications in higher ed
Published in international journals on e-learning, academic dishonesty, and knowledge transformation
Delivered 30+ academic talks and served on university-level committees for strategic planning and curriculum reform
Professional and executive education
Business Coach (2022–Present)
Provide coaching and advisory for entrepreneurs and executives in sectors such as edtech, tourism, construction, and personal care.
Focus areas include product development, business models, investor readiness, and personal resilience.
Corporate training & RFP leadership
Arthur Andersen (1990, 1992) – Consultant and instructional designer
Developed computer-based training modules and performance support systems for AT&T and internal global staff.
Developed computer-based training software for AT&T.
Led or contributed to RFPs and project proposals across education, technology, and government innovation.
Consulted on education-related transformation projects across Lebanon, UAE, Egypt, and France.
Professional development facilitator
Delivered corporate training and executive sessions for organizations including:
Qatar Foundation
Al-Hikma Pharmaceuticals
Expeditors International
Injaz Arabia
Kuwait Oil Tanker Company
Johnson & Johnson (France)
Board member and mentor
Serve on advisory boards for TechWadi (Silicon Valley), Potential.com (UAE), KamKalima, and CanYamaCan.
Mentor with The Next Society, Mowgli Mentoring, and Synergos’ Arab World Social Innovation Program.
Education-focused consulting
I’ve been honored to consult with governments, ministries, and organizations across the MENA region on transforming education systems and strategies.
Senior Education Consultant, Oliver Wyman (2023–Present)
Supporting the Ministry of Education in KSA as a Subject Matter Expert, focusing on human empowerment, digital strategies, and innovative learning models.Principal Consultant, Nurve Partners (2022)
Led a team supporting the Vice Minister of Education – KSA. Delivered national education strategy studies, impact reports, and digital learning roadmaps.Advisor, Meditari – UAE (2020–Present)
Guiding tech-enabled education reform projects focused on competency-based education and future-ready systems.Consultant, SAFA Group – Egypt & KSA (2020–2022)
Supported education and tourism-linked projects, with a focus on training design, business model validation, and digital strategy.Earlier Consulting Work
Worked with Qatar University, National College for Science and Technology (Oman), ESCWA, and An-Nahar.
Designed and facilitated training sessions for organizations like Al-Hikma Pharmaceuticals, Expeditors, and Injaz Arabia.
Advised on venture building, learning platforms, and tech integration across public and private sectors.
Projects, startups and education innovation
Across my career, I've built bridges between technology, entrepreneurship, and education—whether through startups, public initiatives, or academic platforms.
Founder & CEO, Aimee Bios Inc. (2016–2019)
Launched an edtech startup that developed and pivoted twice while raising $1.4M and building an international product team.The American University of Beirut (AUB)
Served over 12 years as Assistant Professor at the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business.
Directed the Entrepreneurship Initiative and co-directed the Darwazah Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
Led the design of entrepreneurship curricula and ran startup support programs and innovation events across the region.
Developer of the Online Advisor at AUB
Designed a web-based academic advising tool adopted by the business school to streamline guidance and improve student outcomes.Creator of Bicharaf.org
Built a national platform promoting academic integrity in Lebanese schools and universities; supported by USAID, IDRC, and others.Stars of Science Coach, Qatar Foundation
Coached contestants in a regional TV competition on innovation, entrepreneurship, and product-market fit.
Teaching and academic leadership
Over 20 years teaching at AUB (1993–2013)
Assistant Professor in Business Information & Decision Systems
Senior Lecturer in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Taught executive, MBA, and undergraduate programs
Designed and taught courses like:
Management Information Systems
E-commerce Business Models
Web Applications and Design
Technology Innovation Management
Supervision & Mentorship
Supervised 8+ MBA theses as first reader and 3+ as second reader
Advised 700+ students across academic years
Mentored MBA capstone projects and senior engineering design work
Committee & Governance Roles at AUB
Chaired or served on 25+ university-level and faculty-level committees
Focus areas: curriculum development, academic integrity, student affairs, entrepreneurship, and tech strategy
Publications
Publications in refereed journals
Sidani, Y. & Feghali, T. (2014). “Female labour participation and pay equity in Arab countries: commonalities and differences.” Contemporary Arab Affairs. Vol. 7 (4).
Feghali, T., Sahyoun, R. & Gemayel, N. (2009). “National E-Readiness: An Evaluation Model”. International Journal of Electronic Business. Vol. 7 (4), 371-391.
McCabe D., Feghali T. & Abdallah H. (2008). "Academic Dishonesty in the Middle East: Individual and Contextual Factors". Research in Higher Education. Vol. 49 (5), 451-467. [Impact Factor: 1.221]
Khoury, S. & Feghali, T. (2007). “Intrapreneurial Zone of an Organization (IZO): A Methodology for Measuring its Size and Impact.” International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Vol.8 (3), 219-229.
Feghali, T., Ahmed, Z. & Halawani, S. (2007). “Determinants of Lebanon’s ICT Export Competitiveness: Evaluating a Country’s Readiness to Export ICT.” Journal of Transnational Management Development. Vol.12 (3), 3-23.
Feghali, T. & Zbib, I. (2007). “Global Information Systems Failure Sphere: A Forecasting Model”. Journal for Global Business Advancement, Vol. 1 (1), 140-152.
Feghali T., Martin M. & Sahyoun N. (2006). "An E-Learning Partnership Model." World Review of Science, Technology, and Sustainable Development. Vol. 3 (2), 137-151.
Publications in refereed conference proceedings
Feghali, T., Zbib, I. & Hallal, S. (2011). “Web Usability Techniques for Better Campus Adoption of Academic Advising.” Journal of Educational Technology and Society. Vol. 14 (1).
Azad, B., Faraj, S., Goh, J.M., & Feghali, T. (2010). “What Shapes Global Diffusion of e-Government: Comparing the Influence of National Governance Institutions.” Journal of Global Information Management. Vol. 18 (2), 85-104.
Schott, T., Zali M. R., & Feghali, T. (2010). “Entrepreneurs’ innovation promoted by their networking: A cross-national study using Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.” Presented at the 4th Global Entrepreneurship Research Conference. London, UK.
Abdallah, H., Feghali, T. & Chahrouri, R. (2008). “Computer Ethics in Lebanese Small & Medium Enterprises”. The 2008 Annual Meeting of the Society for Business Ethics. Anaheim, CA.
Feghali, T. & Halawani, S. (2006). “Determinants of Lebanon’s ICT Export Competitiveness: Evaluating a Country’s Readiness to Export ICT.” Proceedings of the Advances in Global Business Research. The 2006 Academy for Global Business Advancement Conference. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
ElDen, J. & Feghali, T. (2005). “The Importance of Awareness During Knowledge Transformation: A Real Case System.” Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Intellectual Capital, Knowledge Management and Organizational Learning. Dubai, UAE.
Feghali, T., Sahyoun, R. & Gemayel, N. (2005). “National E-Readiness: An Evaluation Model”. Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Systems Management. Marrakech, Morocco.
Feghali, A., Abi-Aad, M., Abou Jaoudeh, M., Aouad, N. & Hobeika, E. (1995). Student Orientation Program: A guide for higher education in Lebanon. Proceedings of the 1995 American Society for Engineering Education Frontiers in Education Annual Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Feghali, A. (2000). E-commerce: Lebanon Case Study. Proceedings of the Expert Group Meeting on Trade Facilitation and E-commerce at the United Nations (ESCWA). Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A., & Alameh, N. (1995). The Design and implementation of an integrated performance support system for university faculty. Proceedings of the 1995 American Society for Engineering Education Frontiers in Education Annual Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Feghali, A., Abdennour, E. & Alameh, N. (1995). The Design and implementation of an integrated performance support system for university faculty. Proceedings of the 1995 Symposium on Sciences and Engineering Education in the 21st. Century. The American University in Cairo. Cairo, Egypt.
Feghali, A. (1994). Discovery and learning through computers. Sci-Quest, 4 (2), Beirut, Lebanon: American University of Beirut.
Hopper, M., LeBold, W. & Feghali, A. (1991). A hypermedia solution to a hyper problem: Personalized computer engineering career system. Proceedings of the 1991 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference. New Orleans, Louisiana.
Hopper, M., Lebold, W., Feghali, A., & Lawler, R. (1991). A hypermedia-based problem–solving approach to engineering learning, working and playing. Proceedings of the 1991 American Society for Engineering Education Frontiers in Education Annual Conference. West Lafayette, Indiana.
Quong, R. & Feghali, A. (1991). Semantic networking: A new approach to teaching engineering. Proceedings of the 1991 American Society for Engineering Education Frontiers in Education Annual Conference. West Lafayette, Indiana.
Published book chapters
Contributor, CRM in Electronic Marketing As Connectivity, In Awad, E. M. ‘Electronic Commerce: From Vision to Fulfillment’ (3 ed.), Chapter 9. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall Inc. pp. 263-302. 2007.
Martin, M., Feghali, T. & Sahyoun, N. Technological Transformation and Competitiveness in the Middle East. A proposed e-learning partnership model to enhance technological transformation for the Middle East economies. In Science, Technology, and Sustainability in the Middle East and North Africa. Inderscience Publishers. pp. 34-47. 2007.
Published work on e-learning partnerships, innovation in MENA, CRM in digital education.
Lead author of Lebanon's Profile for the Information Society (UN-ESCWA).
Published reports
Feghali, T., AbuAtieh, E., & Dandan, J. (2012) “Social Entrepreneurship in Lebanon: Contexts and considerations.”
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Lebanon Report (2011).
International Policy Metrics for Entrepreneurial Learning – Lebanon’s Contribution (2010). European Training Foundation.
Feghali, T. (2009) contributed to “101 Stories to Tell. Towards a Citizen’s State. The National Human Development Report”. United Nations Development Program. Beirut, Lebanon.
Zurayk, R. & Feghali, T. (2005). “Beyond Microfinance in Lebanon: Promoting Small and Medium-Scale enterprise expansion through customized business and production counseling.” Concept paper submitted to USAID. Lebanon.
Conference Presentations
Publications in refereed journals
Feghali, T. & Habib, E. “1000 Jobs by 2015” (2010). Celebration of Entrepreneurship 2010. Jumeirah, Dubai.
Feghali, T., AbiSleiman, R., & Chahrouri, R. (2009). “The Virtual Community as a Channel for Promoting Academic Integrity: Bicharaf.org.” International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development (ICTD). Doha, Qatar.
Goh, J. M., Faraj, S., & Feghali, T. (2007). “Unraveling the Social and Political Drivers of E-Government: A Cross Country Study.” Academy of Management Meeting. Philadelphia, PA.
Feghali, T., Abdallah, H. (2007). “Strategies Used to Promote Academic Integrity on the High School Level.” Center for Academic Integrity Annual International Conference. Christopher Newport University, Virginia.
Feghali, T., Adallah, H., & Atieh, B. (2006). “Lebanon’s Bicharaf Bridges Efforts from Universities to High Schools in Promoting Academic Integrity.” Center for Academic Integrity Annual International Conference. Boulder, Colorado.
Feghali, T. & Abdallah, H. (2005). “Academic Integrity and Business Ethics in the Arab Region.” Center for Academic Integrity Annual International Conference. Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA.
Feghali, T. & Abdallah, H. (2004). “The Virtual Community as a channel for academic integrity awareness: The Case of the Lebanese National Initiative for Academic Integrity.” Center for Academic Integrity Annual International Conference. Kansas State University, KS.
Feghali, T. (2004). “Going Digital in Multi-Channel Communication.” ADVISTA Arabia VI. Jeddah. KSA.
Feghali, T. (2002). “But Dr. Feghali… Everyone’s doing it!”. Transparency International. Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, T. (2002). “The Application of ICT as Key Element in Enhancing Innovative Capacity.” Expert Group Meeting on Enhancing Competitiveness by Promoting Innovative Approaches in SMEs. Manama, Bahrain.
Feghali, T. (2002). “Business Applications.” ICT Opportunities for Enhanced Private Sector Competitiveness. Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (2001). Status of eCommerce in Lebanon. Paper presented at the 2001 Arab eForum: Enhancing eCommerce and eFinance in a Digital Economy. Summerland Hotel, Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (2000). Speaker at the expert round table on the status of the Information & Communication Technology sector in Lebanon. Sponsored by the American Embassy in Beirut. Voice of Lebanon Radio Station, Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (2000). Trade Facilitation and Electronic Commerce: Lebanon Case Study. Presentation at the ESCWA expert group meeting on trade facilitation and e-commerce in the ESCWA Region. Beirut. Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (2000). The new Challenges for the software industry in Lebanon and the region. Presentation for the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at the American University of Beirut. Beirut. Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1999). Building competitiveness through electronic commerce. Presentation at the ESCWA expert group meeting on the competitiveness of the textile and clothing industry in light of the WTO agreement. Beirut. Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1999). Trends in new technologies. Presentation at the Annual Conference for Lebanese Industrialists. Beirut. Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1998). Moderator of a panel discussion on Databank Services at Industrial Institutions in a Global Environment: Challenges for Institutions Building Conference. Beirut. Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1998). The use of electronic commerce in promoting the textile and clothing industry. Paper presented at the National Meeting on Textiles and Clothing. Aleppo, Syria.
Feghali, A. (1998). Team building to achieve cost-effective multimedia projects. Paper presented at the EuroMed Multimedia. Malta.
Feghali, A. (1998). The making of an interactive CD-ROM based on the Lebanese curriculum. Paper presented at the 1998 Science Education Conference at the American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1997). The advantages of using computer-based instruction in Lebanese schools. Paper presented at the 1997 Science Education Conference at the American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. & Rabbat, R. (1995). 3-D graphics support for the AthenaMuse 2 authoring system. Paper presented at the 1995 American Society for Engineering Education Frontiers in Education Annual Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Feghali, A. (1995). Instructional design for multimedia packages. Lecture delivered at the American University of Beirut “Multimedia Professional Weekend.” Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1995). Evaluation of multimedia usage in educational software. Lecture delivered at the American University of Beirut “Multimedia Professional Weekend.” Beirut, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. (1994). Criteria for Evaluating Educational Software. Lecture delivered at the Lebanese American University “Wonders of the Chip” Conference. Broumana, Lebanon.
Feghali, A. & Kussman, E. D. (1992). Cultural maintenance via computer-mediated communication: Lebanese style. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the International Society of Intercultural Education, Training, and Research (SIETAR). Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Feghali, A. (1991). Library HyperCard Program. Software presented at the American Library Association Annual Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Feghali, A. (1990). Semantic network applications in Engineering. Lecture delivered at the San Diego State University Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education Professional Seminar in Learning Sciences. San Diego, CA.
Feghali, A. (1990). Artificial intelligence applications in instruction. Lecture delivered at the Purdue University professional seminar in instructional development and educational computing. West Lafayette, IN.
Invited Talks & Workshops
“Academic Integrity at Dar Jana International School – Jeddah, KSA” (2009). Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“Promoting Academic Integrity at Your School” (2008). Science & Math Education Conference (10). The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Business Ethics for Corporations” (2008). Part of the Bicharaf series of workshops for the Lebanese organizations. The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Teachers and Academic Integrity” (2008). Part of the Bicharaf series of workshops for Schools. The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Boosting Entrepreneurial Culture through Innovative Learning: Issues and Implications for Policy and Practice in ETF Partner Regions” (2010). Politecnico di Torino. Torino, Italy.
“Social Entrepreneurship: Transforming Social Issues into Opportunities for Growth” (2010). The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Deans’ Roundtable - Entrepreneurship Development: Trends and Prospects in the Arab Region” (2009). The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Investment Workshop – Developing ICT Entrepreneurs in Lebanon” (2009). Partnership for Lebanon. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Character Pays” (2008). Junior Chamber International Annual Meeting. Beirut, Lebanon.
“A Practical Approach to Promoting Academic Integrity in Your Classes” (2007). Science & Math Education Conference (10). The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Where do you stand?” (2006). National Day on Intellectual Property. The American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Business ethics in the advertising world” (2005). Memac-Ogilvy Advertising Agency. Workshop as part of the new recruits’ internal training program. Beirut, Lebanon.
“The Art of Execution” (2003). Expeditors International bi-annual meeting. Beirut, Lebanon.
“NRI: What’s in it for Lebanon?” (2003). The Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Harvard Law School. Cambridge, Massachusetts.
“Lebanon’s eStrategy” (2003). Invited participant at the Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform’s task force meeting. Beirut, Lebanon.
Invited participants at a workshop with the Malaysian Ministerial Delegation to explore cooperation between Lebanon and Malaysia (2003). Beirut, Lebanon.
“Technology and Agribusiness” (2003). The Interfaculty Graduate Environmental Sciences Program seminar, Faculty of Engineering, American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
"Invited participant - Preparation for WSIS in Geneva" (2003). The Office of the Minister of State for Administrative Reform’s task force meeting. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Academic Integrity and the Honor Code” (2003). Faculty seminar at the Olayan School of Business. Beirut, Lebanon.
Consulting
Sept 2009 – Present | Jury Member: MIT Arab Business Plan Competition
May 2002 – National Petroleum Construction Company; Abu Dhabi, UAE; workshop on “Strategic Executive Leadership” offered in collaboration with the University of Sharjah
2001 – 2003 — Job Creation Task Force for Industrial Projects (Lebanon). Commissioned by INDEVCO group.
2000 – 2001 — Ministry of Housing (Lebanon). Consulted on the ministry’s workflow system and its usability by citizens.
2000 — VCArabia.com (2000): Consulted to help establish a venture capital company in Lebanon for Lebanon & the region.
2001 — Imprimerie Saint Paul (Luxembourg): Consulted on e-business issues for the oldest newspaper in Europe.
2001 — Executive Magazine (Beirut): Consulted on online and back-office systems.
2000 — iPost (Beirut, 2000): Consulted for & implemented the prototype of an auction & classified ad web site for the region (similar to eBay.com).
Student Work
MBA projects
Bohsali, Tarek. “Measuring Software Developer Team Performance using Data Envelopment Analysis.” November 2008.
Hamdan, Maha. “Understanding the Handling of Paper vs. Computer Forms: Case Study of the Ministry of Finance.” March 2007.
Chahrouri, Raja. “Computer Ethics in SME’s: The Case of Lebanon. Testing a Model.” October 2007.
Shrayteh, Ziad. “E-banking usability: An evaluation of the usability of e-banking websites in Lebanon.” June 2007.
Halawani, Shireen. “Determinants of Lebanon’s ICT Export Competitiveness: Evaluating a Country’s Readiness to Export ICT.” June 2006.
Enan, Sarah. “University Web Usability Testing & Research Case Study: Evaluating the Usability of the American University of Beirut’s Website.” June 2005.
Sahyoun, Rita. “A Model for Country E-Readiness: A Framework For Evaluation with Geometric Visualization.” June 2004.
Sahyoun, Najib. E-learning partnership model: Collaboration among Academic Institutions, Private Sector, Non-governmental and Governmental institutions.” June 2004.
Hallal, Sophia. “Advisor Support Tool for Academic Advising: Using Web Usability Techniques for Better Campus Adoption.” June 2004.
AlJindi, Nora. “The Seller-Site–Buyer (SSB) E-Marketing Model: Combining the Elements of Five Recent Web-Based Marketing Models.” December 2003.
Abiad, Ghina. “The contribution of the Lebanese Banking Sector towards National e-Readiness.” June 2003.
Engineering theses
“Multimedia CBI Package For the Logic Design and its Attitudinal Effects on Engineering Students” by Ghassan Turkieh. Masters in Electrical Engineering. July 1994.
“Integrated Performance Support Systems,” by Emad Abdennour. Masters in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Ongoing.
“A 3D Graphics Module Application for an Authoring System” by Richard Rabbat. Masters in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Ongoing.
Senior projects
Multimedia Database
A Computer Station for the Visually Impaired
Computer–Based Instruction – Computer Literacy
Student Orientation Program – A Computer Approach
Institutional Service at AUB
At the university level
Oct 2010 – June 2013. Advisor: Entrepreneurship Club.
Oct 2010 – June 2013. Advisor: Junior Chamber International Club.
May 2009—June 2011. Member: “Service to Community” strategic goal team.
Oct 2002—June 2011. Member: AUB Web Oversight Committee.
Oct 2001—June 2011. Member: Environmental Program Interfaculty Committee.
Oct 2004—June 2008. Member: University Library Committee.
Feb 2004—June 2007. Member: Institutional Integrity.
Oct 2003—Oct 2006. Member: Finance Competency Center Steering Committee.
Oct 2004—Oct 2005. Member: University Committee on Student Affairs
Feb 2005—Oct 2005. Member: Information Technology Strategic Planning Committee.
May 2004. Member: Job Fair Committee.
Oct 2002—June 2003. Instructor: AUB Management Training Program.
Oct 2001—June 2003. Member: Institutional Self Study - Team on Educational Offerings.
Oct 2001—June 2003. Instructor: Faculty Seminar on University Teaching.
At the Olayan School of Business
Oct 2002—June 2009. Observer: Elections of Student Representative Committees.
Oct 2001—June 2008. Member: Student Affairs Committee.
Feb 2005—June 2008. Chairman: AACSB Student Standards Task Force.
June 2005—2006. Chairman: Ad Hoc Commencement Committee.
Oct 2002—2005. Member: Undergraduate Admissions Committee.
June 2001—2004. Member: Ad Hoc Selection Committee for the Penrose Award.
Oct 2001—2004. Member: AUB Career Fair for High Schools.
Oct 2001—June 2004. Chairman: Library Committee.
June 2002—2004. Member: Ad Hoc Commencement Committee.
Oct 2002—June 2003. Member: Executive MBA Program Design Committee.
Oct 2002—June 2003. Secretary: Olayan School of Business.
Oct 2001—June 2003. Member: Curriculum Committee.
Oct 2001—June 2002. Chairman: Ad Hoc Selection Committee for Student Services Officer.
Advisory, mentorship, and community initiatives
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Oct 2016 – Sep 2018. Member: Board of Advisors: The Council Leadership Academy.
Jan 2015 – Jun 2016. Member: Board of Directors: Caritas Lebanon Migrant Center.
Sep 2009 – Dec 2013. Member: Jury: MIT Arab Business Plan Competition.
Mar 2011 – Mar 2012. Host: Global Entrepreneurship Week 2011 – Lebanon.
Oct 2009 – Oct 2012. Vice President: Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society, AUB Chapter.
Jan 2001 – Dec 2003. Project leader: Job Creation Task Force - Lebanon.
Jan 2001 – Dec 2001. Founder: The SmartBus.
Grants
June 2010 – Feb 2011. $88,980; International Development Research Centre; “ICT for Academic Integrity”
May 2010 – Oct 2010. $9,610; International Development Research Centre; “Attitudes/Perceptions and Nascent Entrepreneurship in the Arab Region"
Oct 2004 – June 2010. $20,500; “Project: Bicharaf”; Cumulative donations from corporations
Oct 2005 – Sept 2007. $12,000; CISCO Foundation; ”Promoting business ethics in small and medium-sized enterprises”
Oct 2005 – Sept 2006. $2,800; University Research Board; “How is your e-lobby doing? An e-banking usability study”
Oct 2003 – June 2004. $5,000; University Research Board; Project Honor+ (later known as Bicharaf).
Oct 2003 – Feb 2004. Semester leave, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation; “Lebanon’s eReadiness Assessment: The Missing Index”
Oct 2001 – June 2002. University Research Board; “Electronic Business: The Case for Lebanon”
Activities I organized
“Social Entrepreneurship: Doing Well and Doing Good” (2010). Workshop. Sosa, S. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Social Entrepreneurship: Transforming Social Issues into Opportunities for Growth” (2010). Workshop. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Creative Commons and Intellectual Property Rights in Lebanon” (2010). Seminar. Lessing L. & Ito, J. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Entrepreneurship & Innovation in the Levant and the GCC” (2010). Conference. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Global Entrepreneurship Forum 2010” (2010). Conference. Techwadi Group. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon.
“Entrepreneurship Speaker Series” (2010). Talks. American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon
Student Advising
2011-2012: 32 students; 2010-2011 (34); 2009-2010 (41); 2008-2009 (40); 2007-2008 (50);
2006-2007 (56); 2005-2006 (67); 2004-2005 (> 50); 2003-2004 (> 50); 2002-2003 (> 70);
2001-2002 (> 100)
Entrepreneurship Advisory Capacity
Jan 2012 – Present. Member, Advisory Board: Potential.com, United Arab Emirates. Guide overall strategy, go-to-market initiatives, and academic content assessment; identify and evaluate business opportunities; assist in Potential's online strategy.
Oct 2011 – Present. Member, Board of Advisors: Techwadi, Silicon Valley, California. Mentor startups between the Arab Region and the United States.
Feb 2011 – Dec 2013. Member, Board of Governors: The Synergos Institute, Arab World Social Innovation Program. Identify founders and entrepreneurial leaders of businesses and civil society organizations improving the well-being of those living and working in the region; support founders through strategic advice and counsel; actively engage in the program's activities.
Professional activities
Andersen Consulting Technology Assimilation One–Week Session. September 1992. St. Charles, IL.
National Association for Research in Science Teaching Annual Meeting. April 1991. Fontana, WI.
American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting. April 1991. Chicago, IL.
Purdue University Educational Applications of HyperMedia Conference. September 1990.
Ball State University HyperMedia Conference '90. March 1990. Muncie, IN.
Funded research proposals
March 1 – June 31, 1994. “Development and Evaluation of a Computer–Based instructor’s Workbench.” Supported by the American University of Beirut Research Board.
1991. Purdue Research Foundation Grant.
1990 David Ross Fellowship.
Jan 2013 – Jun 2016
White Mountain Technologies
Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder, and Board Member
Grew the edtech business from Lebanon to serving the Arab region.
Sep 2008 – Sep 2009
Interim Director, Mohamad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Negotiated an agreement after a MoU between AUB and the Foundation.
Jun 2008 – Jun 2011
Director, Office of Corporate Relations
Created the online communications strategy of the OSB, developed a
relationship management system for 7000 alumni, and channeled
corporate demands for recruitment and internships.
Sep 2008 – Sep 2009
Interim Director, Mohamad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Negotiated an agreement after a MoU between AUB and the Foundation.
Jul 1996 – Jun 2001
American University of Beirut, Faculty of Engineering & Architecture
Senior Lecturer in Electrical & Computer Engineering (Adjunct)
Taught Computer–Based Instruction and supervised final-year projects.
May 1993 – Jun 1996
Assistant Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Taught technical courses; supervised graduate theses and senior projects;
launched the Multimedia Center; advised 30+ students per year; reviewed
engineering education strategies.
Jul 1996 – Aug 2001
Timezero Interactive Technologies
Founder and Managing Director
Executed 90+ projects in interactive media including CD-ROMs, e-learning
modules, and e-commerce web sites. Sold in 2001.
Social impact through education
To me, education isn’t only about content—it's a lever for change. That’s why I’ve always stayed connected to grassroots projects, community mentoring, and ethical education.
Founder of Bicharaf
A national academic integrity initiative launched in 2004, impacting thousands of students and teachers through workshops, resources, and campaigns.Mentor & Board Member
Mowgli Mentoring
The Next Society
TechWadi (Silicon Valley)
Potential.com (UAE)
CanYamaCan and KamKalima (Lebanon)
Grants and initiatives
Secured over $300K in education-related grants from USAID, IDRC, UNESCO, and others
Created programs like the Ethical Business Leaders Program, Academic Integrity in High Schools, and ICT for Education Access
Education
Ph.D., Educational Computing & Instructional Development
Purdue University, December 1991
Research: Change in semantic networks as knowledge structures
M.S., Industrial Technology
Purdue University, August 1988
Concentration: Computer-based training & artificial intelligence
B.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering
University at Buffalo, February 1986
American University of Beirut, October 1981—February 1984
Lebanese Baccalaureate
Saint Joseph School, Cornet Chehwan, Lebanon, June 1981