Author: Bakhtiyor Isoev

In this episode, Andrea Kemp-Ford was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Andrea Kemp-Ford is a highly experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the University of the Potomac. Andrea has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of professionals to new levels of success in a highly competitive industry and fast-paced environment. Andrea possesses strong technical and business qualifications with an impressive track record of more than twenty years of hands-on experience in higher education, business development, project management, and compliance and auditing strategies. Proven ability to successfully analyze various reports, identify deficiencies and potential opportunities, and develop innovative and cost-effective solutions…

In this episode, Anna Esaki Smith was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Anna Esaki Smith, a global education expert, currently advising higher education institutions, private companies and education organizations on international strategies and thought leadership. Specializes in market scoping, student decision-making analysis, recruitment advising and content development. Forbes contributor writing about education trends, global issues and the evolving workforce. Formerly with UC Berkeley, British Council and EF Education First. Has lived and worked in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Paris, Berkeley and New York. In this episode, Anna Esaki Smith will share her insight about, After the pandemic the recovery and future…

In this episode, Thomas Torres-Gil was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Thomas Torres-Gil has worked with international students since 2006 and at the Peralta Community College District since 2008. At PCCD, Thomas had led initiatives that include opening a dedicated Berkeley City College International Office, converting the international student application to a 100% digital process (Terra Dotta), and launched OpenCCC’s International Student Application portal.As the Director of the International Office, Thomas develops marketing and recruitment strategies, F-1 advising policies and guidance, retention strategies, and serves as the PDSO. The goals of the office are to improve and enhance PCCD’s international students’…

Ryan Akers is a Higher Education Professional In this episode, Ryan Akers was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Ryan Akers is a higher education professional who has worked at a variety of colleges and institutions helping students from diverse backgrounds achieve academic success. He is currently a Student Employment Coordinator & Career Counselor at California Lutheran University. In this role, he helps lifelong learners and students with their specialized career concerns related to advancing their professional goals both during their time in college and afterward when they return as alumni. Ryan Akers Establishing Relationships with Community Service and Nonprofit partnerships For…

In this episode, Dr. George Bogss was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Dr. George R. Boggs is President and CEO Emeritus of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and Superintendent/President Emeritus of Palomar College in San Marcos, California. He continues to be an active consultant, teacher, author, and speaker and is very well recognized in higher education. He is the author of more than 100 articles, books, and chapters on various aspects of higher education. He currently teaches classes in emerging higher education issues in the doctoral programs at San Diego State University and Kansas State University and is a…

In this episode, Ian Sladen was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Ian Sladen, who has nearly 25 years of experience as a higher education professional and currently serves as Drexel University’s Vice President of Cooperative Education and Career Development. He provides leadership for the Steinbright Career Development Center through vision and strategic direction for cooperative education and career services programs. Prior to this role, Mr. Sladen was the associate dean and co-founder of Drexel’s Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship. As Associate Dean, Ian assisted in curriculum development for the School’s BA and MS degrees in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, established the…

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Clinton was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Dr. Jennifer Clinton is President & CEO of Cultural Vistas. Cultural Vistas, a nonprofit international exchange organization based in New York with offices in Washington DC and Berlin. Each year, Cultural Vistas supports over 1,000 businesses and organizations and over 6,000 students, professionals, and emerging leaders from 130 countries through career-focused international internships, educational study tours, and language immersion in the United States and around the world. Throughout her executive career, Dr. Clinton has held leadership positions with Cultural Vistas, Global Ties US, and Washington Center for Internships. In…

In this episode, Dr. Shakeer Abdullah was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Dr. Shakeer Abdullah earned his undergraduate degree from Wittenberg University, his M.A. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the Ohio State University, and his Ph.D. in the Administration of Higher Education from Auburn University. His education includes extensive international study including travel to Lumbadzi, Malawi and participation in programs at the University of Cairo (Cairo, Egypt) and Lancaster University (Lancaster, England). Since August of 2018, Dr. Abdullah has served as the Vice President of Student Affairs at Clayton State University. In this role he serves as the chief…

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Kruger was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Dr. Kevin Kruger draws on more than 40 years of experience in higher education. Since 2012, he has served as president and CEO for NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. Prior to his role as president, Dr. Kruger worked for 18 years as the associate executive director and served as the chief operating officer (COO) and chief financial officer (CFO) for NASPA. He has held a range of student affairs positions at Southern Methodist University and the University of Maryland. As NASPA president, Dr. Kruger represents student affairs…

In this episode, Mr. Barsoum and Ms. Zuroff were interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Mr. Barsoum and Ms. Zuroff lead the Office of Global Services at America’s highly ranked and respected higher education institution, The New York University, which hosts the most international students of any university in the USA.The first speaker, Sherif Barsoum is the associate Vice President for global services at NYU. He is also Adjunct Faculty, Steinhardt International Education Program. Chair, 2021 Annual Conference Committee NAFSA. He has been in the field for 27 years and he was the Vice President of public policy and on the NAFSA…

In this episode, Bakhtiyor Isoev interviews Dr. Martyn Miller, Assistant VP of International Affairs at Temple University, Chairman of StudyPA a consortium of higher education institutions in Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller, holds master’s and doctoral degrees in Fantasy and Medieval English Literature from The University of Georgia and a bachelor’s degree (with distinction) in English Literature and Teaching Diploma in English as a Foreign Language from the American University of Beirut.Dr. Miller has held leadership positions in such organizations as Georgia Association of International Educators, Georgia TESOL, NAFSA: Association of International Educators, the Pennsylvania Council on International Education (PaCIE), and TESOL;…

In this episode, Bakhtiyor Isoev interviews Dr. Matthew Shank, the 8th President Of Virginia Foundation of Independent Colleges, a consortium of 15 private universities in the Commonwealth of Virginia and also currently serving as interim President of the World Affairs Council in DC (a non-profit exchange organizations). Prior to this, Dr. Shank has been serving as President of Marymount University. An accomplished scholar, Dr. Shank has published numerous articles, presented at many conferences, and is the author of the book Sports Marketing: A Strategic Perspective (5th Edition). He has consulted with over 75 organizations in the areas of marketing research,…