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Coast Mountain CollegeAssociate Vice President Students & Registrar
Sep. 2023 - Jun. 2025British Columbia, CanadaThe Associate Vice President Students & Registrar is a senior leadership position that collaborates with internal and external stakeholders in leading student success and strategic enrolment initiatives and is responsible for strategic leadership and planning of student support and development programs, student non-academic conduct, and student wellbeing initiatives. The AVP Students & Registrar is responsible for portfolios including enrollment services, student wellbeing, housing, financial aid, records and institutional research, admissions, and advising.
Grey Cells Global Consultancy Inc. Owner/Director
Dec. 2022 - Aug. 2023Ontario, CanadaGrey Cells Global Consultancy Inc. (GCGC) is a not-for-profit that provides business advice to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and startups in GTA focusing on the new immigrants. We have a team of subject matter experts that provide advice and services to establish, develop and expand a new business. GCGC was incorporated with the mission to pave pathway for new immigrants to be independent and self-employed using ‘get-help-give-help’ model. The idea for this company came from a couple of friends asking for advice on how to establish a home-based business for ethnic Indian jewelry. Since then, we have established an Idea Space for brainstorming and have given fruition to many business ideas ranging from All-Natural Herbal Medication, Scented Candles, Organic paper, Fruit based pet snack, Vegan Cakes, Sustainable packaging, Event decor to education and immigration business and an online furniture retail. The unique aspect of GCGC is every new startup becomes a part of its experienced advisors team offering an objective, task based, results driven practical advice. The services include – idea screening, environmental scanning/market research, strategic planning, digital strategy, financial management including company incorporation and payroll accounting, securing funding from various regional/federal programs, sales and marketing, international expansion and other services.
Mohawk CollegeDean International & Partnerships
Sep. 2020 - Nov. 2022HamiltonAccountable for the overall leadership of the International programs and partnerships initiatives of the college, strategic planning and direction for the effective management of international recruitment and enrollment, continuous modernization of Mohawk College’s internationalization efforts, advancement of strategic revenue generating opportunities, development of and/or support for international projects and related partnership agreements, and enhancement of student life and service efficiency. • New market development and consolidation of existing markets; Diversification of applications and markets. • Student (International and Domestic), Staff and Faculty Engagement through LCC (Language and Culture Center) • Finalized I&P’s New Five Year (2022-2027) Strategic Plan focused on three pillars – Enrolment Growth, Student Engagement & Experience, Partnerships & Global Experience. • Partnership Development, maintenance and optimization with a focus on diverse pillars of internationalization – Signed and Developed over 10 international partnerships in countries like India, Mexico, Trinidad and Tobago, Philippines, Italy, Ireland, and Czech Republic
• Responsible for creating collaborative work environment with other key stakeholders across the campus, community and local business including Registrar’s Office, Academic Faculty Teams, Student Services, and Community organizations. • Responsible to collaborate with Mohawk’s affiliate private partner in Mississauga (triOS College) on all matters related to enrolment management • College and International representative on campus task forces and committees and city/province wide groups and committees – e.g. Heads Of International (HOI), Chair of HOI Housing Committee, Member of Hamilton Immigration Partnership Council (HIPC), Co-Chair of Mohawk’s Strategic Enrollment Management Committee, New Program Advisory, Member of Hamilton Economic Development, professional associations like CICan, CBIE and others.
Cambrian CollegeDirector, International
Feb. 2017 - Sep. 2020SudburyMandated with responsibility for Comprehensive Internationalization with an emphasis on creating a positive international and diversity experience for campus and local communities through internal and external partnerships. • Responsible for creating collaborative work environment with other key stakeholders across the campus, community and local business including Registrar’s Office, Academic Teams, Staff, and Community organizations including local Chamber of Commerce, YMCA, Multicultural Association and local Police. • Responsible for growth and diversity in International Enrollment while also maintaining a rich classroom experience for both domestic and international students – The College witnessed an enviable growth of over 300% in International Student Enrolment from over 40 countries. • Infrastructure and Capacity building, both on campus and increasing international footprint in key markets including India, China, Latin and Central America, Nepal, Africa, South Korea, Vietnam and Philippines. • Partnership Development with a focus on diverse pillars of internationalization in countries like China, India, Vietnam, Mexico, South Korea, Philippines, Peru and Brazil. • Advocate for diversity and intercultural practices – Faculty and Staff International Acclimatization and Cultural Competency development • International representative – Entrusted with responsibility to represent International both internally and externally, including various campus committees (e.g. SEM, Academic Advisory Council, Program Advisory Committee etc.), Local Chamber of Commerce and internationally developing and stewarding collaborative relationships with professional associations like CICan, CBIE and others. • International Student Services – Responsible for improved, enhanced and innovative service offerings to International students with a focus on seamless transition to ensure academic success of international students.
McMaster University Centre for Continuing EducationInstructor (Part Time), CCE
Feb. 2016 - Sep. 2020Hamilton, Ontario- Curriculum/Course Design - Marketing Courses, CCE - Course Delivery Instructor - Marketing Courses, CCE
INSCOL Healthcare Inc.Business Head, Canada/VP Business Development
Apr. 2015 - Jan. 2016Mississauga, Ontario, Canada- Business Head, Canada Operations - New Institutional Partnership Development - New Program and Service Launches - International Vendor Development and Management - New Market Development - Enrollment Management for Programs in Canada - Student Support for 850+ Nursing students
George Brown CollegeAssociate Director, International (South Asia, Middle East and Africa)
Apr. 2014 - Jan. 2015Toronto, Canada Area• As key part of college's SEM initiative, lead the design and implementation of ‘Five Year International Business Plan’ for the key markets of South Asia, Middle East and Africa, meeting the College’s overall Internationalization mandate. • Identified opportunities to meet the Campus and Program Internationalization mandate of the college through educational and industry partnerships in the target regions. Worked closely with Global Affairs Canada (formerly DFATD), CIC, academic divisions and local resources to source, implement and manage educational and industry partnerships in strategic areas including: international projects, student and faculty exchange programs, study and work abroad, with an aim to support successful Student Experience and preparedness for their role in the Global Workplace. • Successfully initiated the partnership development process (focused on student learning, student & faculty mobility and internships) with three new partners in India, and two in the Middle East, in strategic programming areas. Negotiated lateral growth in four existing academic and industry partnerships to include three additional program areas. • Worked closely with the Administrator, International Field Education & Study Abroad, to design policies, procedures and processes for student and faculty mobility, with emphasis on identification, assessment and mitigation of risks, in context of international travel and market engagement. Lead member of the team which designed communication and outreach campaigns to promote and enroll students and faculty for international mobility and internship opportunities. • Lead the recruitment of high quality international student activities in India, Middle East and Africa.
Sheridan CollegeManager, International Business Development
Jan. 2010 - Mar. 2014Ontario, Canada• Also acted as International Admissions/Enrolment Management Lead & International Campus Lead for Davis Campus (Brampton) – Responsible for working closely with Academic and Service Leadership on Campus to ensure International is well represented and rooted inside the academic and service delivery strategic decision-making process. • Lead the Academic and Industry Partnership Development, Delivery, Nurturing and Monitoring of academic partnerships in Indian Sub-Continent and South Korea in areas including student and faculty mobility programs, joint research programs and internationalization of curriculum and internship abroad. Worked with Academics, Registrar’s Office, Student Services, Finance and IT to set up systems and processes to support the smooth functioning of international mobility programs. • Key member of Sheridan International’s leadership team working on developing and stewarding collaborative relationships with professional associations like ACCC, CBIE, OCIC, Global Affairs Canada and CIC, in various countries.
• Country Lead for India and South Korea – Developed and successfully executed innovative and responsive student recruitment and promotional strategies in the market, which resulted in an enviable growth in total enrollment of over 400% between Year 2010 and 2014.
• Successfully developed, managed and supported the high performance International Admissions Team – designed sound policies, procedures and process improvements covering international recruitment, assessment and admissions, resulting in an enviable growth of total application assessment of over 500% between Year 2010 and 2014. Lead the hiring, professional development, planning and performance evaluation for the team.
• Built and Nurturing relationship with over 350 agent partners in markets like India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, South Korea and Vietnam – trained their teams to ensure recruitment of high quality students for Sheridan College.
George Brown CollegeActing Associate Director/Manager, International Student Recruitment and Partnership Development
May. 2008 - Dec. 2009• Lead member of the ‘Strategic Planning Team’ which worked on the ‘Business Analysis & Future Strategy’ with focus on achieving Internationalization Goals and Objectives.
• Developed and successfully executed ‘Partnership Program Approval Process’ with the Ministry. Project Lead in development of strategic partnerships in key markets - Successfully completed the process for two international partnerships and initiated the negotiation for two potential partners. • Head of the team which designed the ‘Partnership Student Success Model’ and ‘Student Transition Model’ from Partner Institution to GBC with special emphasis on student retention and success. • With a dotted line relationship with Administrator, International Field Education & Study Abroad, played a key role in development and implementation of policies, procedures and processes for student and faculty mobility, with emphasis on identification, assessment and mitigation of risks, in context of international travel and market engagement. I was the department lead which worked with college’s Marketing and IT team to design communication and outreach campaigns to promote and enroll students and faculty for international mobility and internship opportunities. • Built and Nurtured relationship with agents in markets like Mexico and Brazil – trained their teams to ensure recruitment of high quality students for George Brown College. Designed and implemented market penetration and relationship strategies for new markets of the Caribbean including Trinidad, Jamaica, Bahamas, Antigua, Guyana and Barbados.
Ipsos ASIProject Manager, Advertising Research
May. 2006 - Apr. 2008• Team member, proposal and business development teams.
• Efficiently planned and budgeted over 120 research studies to ensure timely execution and financial efficiency of the studies. Completed 100% projects ahead of time, well within the targeted budget.
• Proficient in Market Research, Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies, and Presentation of the Research Findings.
Coast Mountain College
British Columbia, Canada
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