Global Innovation MBA

A distinguished academic leader and scholar, Dr. Satish has been a member of the WMU faculty since 1990, making significant contributions to business education, research, and institutional excellence. His areas of expertise include human resource management, managerial decision-making, business ethics, healthcare management, and organizational behavior. Dr. Deshpande has authored more than 90 peer-reviewed publications in leading academic journals and is widely recognised for his contributions to teaching, research, and academic leadership. Under his stewardship, the Haworth College of Business continues to strengthen its global reputation and uphold its prestigious AACSB accreditation at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

An accomplished academic leader and scholar, Dr. Steve provides strategic oversight for graduate business education, academic operations, faculty engagement, and research initiatives within the College. His teaching and research interests encompass advertising and promotion, professional selling, sales management, corporate credibility, environmental marketing, and marketing strategy. Dr. Newell has published extensively in leading academic journals and is committed to advancing academic excellence, fostering innovation in business education, and strengthening the global reputation of the Haworth College of Business through impactful scholarship and leadership.

A distinguished academic leader with extensive experience in international higher education, global academic partnerships, and transnational programme development across Asia. His areas of expertise include information systems, enterprise technologies, digital transformation, information security, and global business education. A prolific scholar, Dr. Tarn has authored numerous publications in leading academic journals and has made significant contributions to interdisciplinary research, international engagement, and the advancement of global business and technology education at Western Michigan University.

A distinguished higher education professional and WMU MBA alumna, Dr. Renuka brings extensive experience in graduate programme administration, international education, student engagement, and global partnership development. She plays a pivotal role in advancing global business initiatives and fostering international collaborations that enhance academic excellence, cross-cultural learning, and student success. Through her leadership, she continues to support the growth and global reach of graduate business education at Western Michigan University.

With a distinguished career spanning both academia and industry, Dr. Marcel brings extensive expertise in global business, marketing, supply chain management, and executive leadership. Prior to joining academia, he held senior management positions in the aerospace and defense sector across Europe, Asia, and North America. His teaching and research interests include customer experience management, omnichannel retailing, demand and supply integration, and international business strategy. Through his academic leadership and industry experience, Dr. Zondag continues to contribute significantly to the advancement of business education and supply chain excellence at Western Michigan University.

With more than two decades of experience in higher education, Ms. Stacey Lowis leads the College's strategic marketing, public relations, communications, branding, advertising, and alumni engagement initiatives. She also serves as the editor of the College's annual magazine and plays a key role in enhancing the visibility and reputation of the Haworth College of Business. An experienced communications professional and strategic planner, Ms. Lowis is committed to advancing innovative marketing practices and strengthening the College's connections with students, alumni, industry partners, and the broader business community.

An accomplished higher education leader with extensive experience in international admissions, global enrollment management, and strategic partnership development. He currently serves as Director of International Admissions and Partnerships at Manhattan University, New York, where he leads international recruitment initiatives, develops global engagement strategies, and fosters academic collaborations worldwide. He has also previously served at Western Michigan University, contributing to international admissions and global student engagement. With a distinguished career across leading U.S. institutions, he brings deep expertise in international student services, cross-cultural education, and global higher education administration. As a honorary member of the Academic Advisory Board at Edubridge World, Dr. Mohanan contributes valuable insights on internationalisation, student mobility, global partnerships, and the advancement of inclusive, learner-centred educational opportunities.

A unique blend of academic excellence and global industry experience, Prof. Sirish brings over two decades with Fortune 500 companies including IBM India, The Hartford, and Deutsche Bank, across India, USA, Germany, and startups in Barbados and Thailand. Currently specialising in Business Analytics at CHRIST University, he has held key academic leadership roles and received a Best Teacher award. His expertise spans strategy, leadership, innovation, AI, and digital transformation, complemented by active consulting work in India and the UAE. He holds a BTech (Hons) in Computer Science & Engineering from IIT Kharagpur and an MBA (Marketing & Finance) from IIM Ahmedabad.

An accomplished academic and industry professional with over 29 years of combined experience in management education, corporate strategy, and executive development. Currently Professor and Associate Dean at the School of Business and Management, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), his expertise spans marketing, international business, corporate sales, and strategic management. Prior to academia, he spent over a decade in the telecommunications and electronics sectors in senior sales and business strategy roles. A prolific researcher with 40+ publications in reputed journals, Dr. Jeevananda has designed and delivered executive education and management development programmes for leading organisations and government institutions.

A distinguished academician, researcher, and management educator with over 29 years of combined industry and academic experience. A Gold Medalist and PhD holder, Dr. Ganesh currently serves as Senior Professor at the School of Business and Management, CHRIST (Deemed to be University). His expertise spans strategic management, healthcare management, service marketing, design thinking, and executive education. With 50+ scholarly publications, a strong research profile, and extensive involvement in accreditation, curriculum development, and doctoral supervision, he regularly bridges academic rigour with real-world business challenges through impactful workshops, faculty development programmes, and advisory engagements.

Telecommunications technology executive with nearly 30 years of experience in network transformation, infrastructure modernisation, and next-generation telecom innovation. Currently part of the technology leadership team at Omantel, driving strategic initiatives focused on network modernisation, mobile technology evolution, and operational excellence.

A highly accomplished technology and programme management professional with over a decade of experience leading complex digital transformation, software development, and enterprise technology initiatives across Salesforce, logistics, and healthcare sectors. She has successfully managed large-scale programmes from strategy through implementation, leveraging emerging technologies, AI-enabled solutions, Salesforce CPQ, and enterprise systems integration to drive business growth and operational excellence. With a strong ability to align technology investments with organizational objectives, she brings extensive expertise in stakeholder engagement, programme governance, innovation management, and business process optimization. As a member of the Corporate Advisory Team at Edubridge World, she provides valuable industry perspectives on digital transformation, technology leadership, workforce readiness, and future business trends, helping strengthen industry-academia collaboration and ensuring alignment with evolving corporate and market needs.

A seasoned business leader with extensive international experience in sustainability, low-carbon transition, global marketing, business development, operations, and logistics. He leads the strategic and commercial development of clean fuel initiatives at Venture Energy Limited to support maritime decarbonisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy. An MBA graduate of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the University of California, Berkeley, he previously held senior leadership positions at Methanex Corporation, including Global Director of Low Carbon Market Development. He also completed the Sustainable Leadership Programme for Senior Executives at INSEAD Business School.

A strategic technology professional with over 25 years of experience in Engineering R&D and Digital Transformation for Semiconductor, Oil and Gas, Medical Device, Marine, Industrial, and Automotive sectors. At Tech Mahindra, he leads technology strategy, solution development, and innovation initiatives for global clients. His expertise includes emerging technologies, regulatory compliance, enterprise systems, product engineering, and digital transformation, with a strong focus on creating business value through technology-driven solutions.

An experienced technology and operations professional with extensive expertise in technical support management, customer service excellence, and enterprise technology solutions. At Diebold Nixdorf, he oversees technical operations, service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and customer support initiatives, ensuring high standards of operational efficiency and client satisfaction. With a strong background in technology-driven environments, he brings valuable insights into digital systems, service management, problem-solving, and organisational effectiveness, supporting business growth and operational excellence.

An accomplished marketing and brand management professional with extensive experience in strategic marketing, business development, brand positioning, and customer engagement across diverse industries. At Geberit India, he leads brand strategy, market development initiatives, and integrated marketing communications to strengthen the organisation's market presence and customer value proposition. With deep expertise in consumer insights, stakeholder management, and business growth strategies, he brings valuable industry perspectives on strategic marketing, brand leadership, market expansion, and sustainable business growth.