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Dr Ann Wilkinson has demonstrated experience of teaching in higher education and supervising MBA and doctoral dissertations. She applies her energy, dedication and enthusiasm in teaching on the University of Bolton MBA programme in partnership with Klaspad and is also involved in dissertation supervisions. Yoga and meditation practitioner, also a classical music enthusiast and an opera fan.

Alina is a strategic individual with significant expertise in various fields developed through a combination of relevant work experience and an advanced level of academic study.

In her current capacity, she endeavours to combine a professional background and an academic career, being a Data Protection Lead at Kidsloop and a recognised teacher at the University of the West of Scotland.

Throughout her professional career, she joined multiple courses and accrued multiple business and cybersecurity-related qualifications helping her to develop a wide range of management, technical, security and commercial experience.

Alina began her doctorate degree in 2015 as a new career path – a career for life! After many years in various sectors, she acknowledged her passion and enthusiasm for cybersecurity, governance, risks and compliance and transitioned into a new career, dedicating endless hours to reach the expected results. Her curiosity and passion for cybersecurity has driven her to engage with the security community, gaining more insights, expertise and collaboration with more than 25 organisations; all of which contributed to her research about cybersecurity management and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM).

She was awarded a PhD in Cybersecurity Management and Enterprise Risk Management from Brunel University in 2019. During her time at Brunel University, she produced various pieces of research that looked at the reasons why financial organisations should consider aligning cybersecurity management with enterprise risk management. Correspondingly, she’s a passionate champion that encourages an acknowledgement of a paradigm shift from Information Security towards a Cybersecurity Paradigm.

Previously,Alina earned an MSc in International Business and E-Commerce that had an education root on a BSc degree in Business Management.

She is particularly interested in how organisations innovate, achieve sustainable strategies in dealing with emerging risks and how they approach the future (foresight). Her other interests are in the areas of supporting women in tech (diversity & inclusiveness), mentoring new talents, technology advancements, business management, cybersecurity, data privacy, risk governance, alignment and in particular anything that is socio-technical risk-related.

Areas of Expertise: Management & Leadership, GRC, ERM, Cybersecurity Management, Security Audit, Information Security Assurance, Risk Assurance, Data Protection, ISO 27K, Vendor Risk Management, and Security Awareness. and my *Superpowers* are: Explorer, Regulator & Entrepreneur (according to GLAM)

supervisions. Yoga and meditation practitioner, also a classical music enthusiast and an opera fan.

Roger has more than 15 years’ experience in Higher Education working for a wide range of Universities. He has worked and taught in over 30 countries. Have around one million words of publications. Extensive experience of online learning platforms - Blackboard, Web CT, FirstClass, Eluminate, Moodle, Adobe Connect, Klaspad.

Roger has completed a number of video lecture programmes for a number of providers and developed more than twenty distance learning programmes using a range of platforms. He has successfully managed a wide range of accreditation processes including American national/regional/state, OUVS, QCA, BAC, SQA, UK University Validation and QAA.

Roger has been involved with the ISM since 1986 and is responsible for managing and developing ISM’s business and internal organisation. He brings a commitment to positive change and he will be seeking to further develop the quality and responsiveness of ISM’s activity, as well as providing stability and renewal in a rapidly developing enterprise.

Rich experience of working at top managerial positions in international environment. Takes pride in his capability to work cohesively and decisively with all stakeholders. Ability to connect with people instantly allowed him to create a large network of business connections.

Anna has worked in the corporate sector for many years. She works on the strategies, policies and procedures and the compliance

SAMUEL SYLVESTER MENDY (FCCA, FMAAT, MCMI, MCSI, MA) is an entrepreneur, a business owner and a professionally qualified Chartered Certified Accountant with over 20 years accounting and management experience. Samuel is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant, Fellow member of the Association of Accounting Technicians, a member of the Chartered Management Institute, a member of the Chartered Institute of Securities & Investment and he holds a Master of Arts degree in Strategic Leadership from University of Chester. Samuel is currently completing his Executive MBA with Oxford Brookes University.

He has worked for various organisations and gained a successful track record of improving and implementing accounting systems and financial controls for businesses. He has coached and implemented business success strategies for his clients. He has also helped entrepreneurs, business owners and company directors to be successful and desired leaders in their various disciplines.

Though, Samuel, has accomplished and achieved a lot in his discipline, he is currently studying for an Executive MBA with Oxford Brookes University. He believes that the rapid globalisation of the market place has changed the way businesses make decisions in order to remain competitive. Samuel believes an Executive MBA will place him in a better position to provide sound advice and strategies to his clients.

Samuel lives in London, United Kingdom and he is the managing partner of YBSM Partners Ltd, a Chartered Certified accountancy firm in London.

Prabhjot has completed her Master’s in Business Administration specializing in Marketing and Analytics. She has hands on experience managing projects as well as their development and implementation. She also has a deep understanding and knowledge of diversity inclusion and compliance.

Sachin is a front-end web & graphic designer and has been a part of design projects for many renowned companies. He specializes in standard based HTML, CSS and JavaScript web design and development. He created various online marketing products and materials to support branding strategies. He also worked with the clients directly to define the project scope, interaction guidelines, and timelines. Being involved in both technical and graphic aspects of the website design he is able to determinate its functionality with ease.