Dr. Mansour Esmaeilpour holds a PhD in Computer Science from the National University of Malaysia (UKM), where he also completed postdoctoral research, along with a BSc and MSc in Software Engineering from Iran. With over 17 years of teaching and research experience, he has served as an Associate Professor at IAU in Iran and taught computer science and engineering at Fairleigh Dickinson University and Focus College in British Columbia. Alongside academia, he brings 15+ years of industry consulting experience, leading research and technology transfer projects with industrial partners. His research interests include Data Science, Machine Learning, Medical Signal & Image Processing, and Reinforcement Learning, making him a valuable contributor to both education and applied innovation.

Dr. Nissrine Mouchtakir holds a PhD and Master’s in Strategic Management and brings over eight years of experience as a management professor. She specializes in competency-based learning, real case studies, and teaching subjects such as entrepreneurship, marketing management, and human resources. Beyond academia, she has led research teams, contributed to launching a digital incubator, and developed long-term strategies in both academic and industry settings. Actively engaged in professional conferences and curriculum development, including with the EUR-ACE label, Dr. Mouchtakir is dedicated to fostering innovation, practical learning, and excellence in business education.

Dr. Soraya Shabanijafroudi holds a PhD in Economics with a specialization in Financial Economics and an MBA, complemented by extensive teaching experience at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Alongside academia, she brings over a decade of expertise as a Liquidity Risk Manager in the banking sector, where she led stress testing, regulatory compliance, and the development of liquidity risk management policies. Her dual background in economics and finance allows her to bridge theory and practice, offering students valuable insights into macroeconomics, econometrics, and financial risk management. Dedicated to fostering academic success, Dr. Soraya creates an engaging, supportive learning environment that connects classroom learning with real-world applications.

Dr. Oluremi Ebukuyo holds a PhD in Economics and Financial Statistics and an MBA in Business Analytics and Finance, with over 18 years of professional experience in the financial sector. She combines academic expertise in business, statistics, econometrics, and strategic management with practical industry knowledge to deliver impactful instruction. Her research has been published in respected international journals, and she is dedicated to creating an engaging, inclusive, and practical learning environment that equips students with the analytical and business skills needed for academic and professional success.

Dr. Aditi Rishi holds a PhD in Economics and brings extensive experience teaching economics, finance, and mathematics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is dedicated to creating dynamic, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments that support diverse learning needs and help students excel academically and professionally. At Focus College, Dr. Rishi combines her strong academic background with a passion for empowering students to achieve success in their studies and future careers.

Dr. Shruti Dhawan holds a PhD in Business Management and brings over 6+ years of academic and industry experience across Business Management and Marketing. Her academic and professional journey reflects a strong integration of research, industry practice and business education. Drawing on her industry and research experience, Dr. Shruti adopts an applied, research-informed approach to teaching, connecting management theory with real-world business challenges. She is committed to fostering critical thinking, professional competence and meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for today’s evolving business environment.

Bobana Simic is an Electrical and Computer Science Engineer and an Instructor in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Mathematics. She teaches cybersecurity, operating systems, statistics, programming, and college‑level mathematics at Focus College and previously at LaSalle College in Vancouver. With industry experience as a Java Software Engineer, she integrates practical, real‑world knowledge into her teaching. Bobana holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Management. She is dedicated to hands‑on learning and preparing students for succeaseful careers in the IT sector.

Dr. Anuj Kumar Goel holds a PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s in Electronics and Communication Engineering, with over 17 years of teaching and administrative experience at leading engineering universities. He has published 30+ research papers in reputed journals and 21 conference papers with IEEE and Springer, in addition to authoring or editing 14 academic books on topics such as fingerprint recognition, materials science, and emerging engineering trends. A member of professional bodies including ACM, IACSIT, IAENG, IASED, and IEIECE, Dr. Goel also serves on editorial boards and as a peer reviewer for international journals. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Leadership (Education) at Trinity Western University (Canada), he brings expertise in Cybersecurity, AI/ML, IT applications, and VLSI system design to his role at Focus College.

Manan Patel is an instructor at Focus College’s Surrey campus, specializing in Data Science and Software Development. With over 7 years of industry experience, he is skilled in Python, R, Java, machine learning, data visualization, and big data processing. He holds a Master of Professional Studies in Data Analytics (AI/ML) from Northeastern University and a Master of Computer Applications from Gujarat Technological University, as well as a BSc in Computer Science. Passionate about mentoring, Manan focuses on bridging the gap between theory and real-world applications to prepare students for success in tech-driven careers.

June Agpalo is a business instructor with over 10 years of professional experience in sales and marketing and currently teaches at multiple colleges across British Columbia. She specializes in business administration, marketing, and economics, integrating real-world expertise into her teaching to equip students with practical skills. June holds an MBA from University Canada West and is passionate about creating engaging learning environments that foster both academic achievement and professional growth.

Fathima is a dedicated business and accounting instructor with over 8 years of teaching and mentoring experience. She holds an MBA from University Canada West, is an ACCA Affiliate, and earned her BSc in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, London. Specializing in accounting, financial management, auditing, taxation, and finance-related subjects, she is recognized for her clear teaching style and strong student connections. Although offered accounting roles in Canada, her passion for education has kept her focused on helping students excel in their academic and professional journeys.

Dalmanjot Singh holds an MBA from the Sauder School of Business (UBC, Vancouver) and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science from Punjabi University, India. With over 10 years of experience in software engineering, technology consulting, and product management across multiple industries and countries, he brings a unique multidisciplinary perspective to the classroom. Passionate about leveraging technology to drive business growth and innovation, Dalmanjot is dedicated to equipping students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Souzan holds a Master of Administrative Science in Global Leadership and Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She brings more than 15 years of professional experience in hospitality and tourism. Her teaching spans hospitality, tourism, and business, and she brings practical industry knowledge into the classroom with an emphasis on leadership and applied learning. Her recent research examines regenerative tourism, cultural tourism, sustainable destination development, and intergenerational belonging. Souzan is committed to creating relevant and engaging learning experiences that support students’ academic and professional success.

With over 24 years of experience in law enforcement, Angelo Stradiotto has served in diverse roles across BC Corrections, BC Sheriffs Service, Delta Police Department, Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement, and the West Kelowna Bylaw Department. He has also shared his expertise as an instructor at the Justice Institute of BC and through training within multiple agencies. At Focus College, Angelo brings his extensive real-world knowledge to the classroom, preparing students for careers in justice, community safety, and bylaw enforcement.

Carlos Abaffy brings over 30 years of experience in information technology, combining academic leadership with industry expertise. He holds a BSc in Computer Engineering from Universidad Simón Bolívar (Venezuela) and an MSc in Information Systems Engineering from UMIST (UK). As an Associate Professor at Universidad Nacional Experimental de Guayana, he has taught extensively in programming and software engineering, supervising more than 40 undergraduate and graduate theses. With 25+ years in the aluminum industry, Carlos has led the adoption of advanced IT solutions and, in recent years, focused on developing intelligent platforms for remote infrastructure monitoring—bridging innovation, research, and education.

Shantanu Vaity brings over 7 years of teaching experience in business and commerce and 8 years of industry experience with Fortune 500 companies, Big 4 consulting firms, and leading banks. He specializes in accounting and finance, supported by dual master’s degrees, M.Com in Accounting from the University of Mumbai and an MBA in Finance from University Canada West, along with an Accounting Technician Certificate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Multilingual in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Urdu, Shantanu is dedicated to helping diverse learners build strong foundations in finance and accounting for success in both academics and industry.

Chandan Mishra brings more than eighteen years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, spanning luxury hotels, private clubs, and convention Centers, to his work as an educator. This depth of real-world practice shapes a teaching style that is grounded, practical, and rich with insight from the field.

At Focus College, Chandan serves as a Hospitality Instructor and teaches within the Business Management program, and he developed the curriculum for the college’s new Hospitality and Tourism Diploma. He also teaches at Capilano University since 2016 as a Tourism Instructor within the School of Business, and at A1 Global College of Health, Business and Technology, where his areas include business management, accounting, and related disciplines.

Chandan holds a Master of Business Administration in Sales and Marketing and a bachelor's degree in hospitality management. This blend of business acumen and hospitality expertise informs his commitment to helping students bridge theory and practice, preparing them to lead with confidence in a dynamic, service-driven industry.

Tony (Shubhayu) Mookerjee holds Master of Science (Economics) and MBA degrees from Virginia Tech., in Blacksburg, VA, United States, and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Economics with a minor in Pure Mathematics from the University of Calcutta, India.

Tony has been actively involved in management consulting and economic consulting/economic analytics projects spanning India, United States and the U.K. His major consulting projects encompassed techno-economic viability of mining operations in several World Bank and DfID (UK) funded public sector restructuring projects. Most of this experience was garnered during his stint with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Other employers have included Frost & Sullivan Inc. in the United States.

Tony’s lifelong passion for teaching has taken him to several renowned educational institutions in India, UK, U.S. and Canada. Tony has taught teaches Economics and Mathematics-related subjects at several other colleges/universities, including University Canada West, City University of Seattle (Vancouver Campus), ICFAI Business School (India), Yorkville University, and Corpus Christi College.

Tony's academic interests are primarily in Mathematical Economics, Statistics, and Econometrics. He is currently working on developing a robust structural/semi-structural framework for the econometric modelling of inflation in a high-dimensional framework. His core teaching philosophy rests on imparting basic concepts to students in the most lucid manner. In conjunction with a colleague at another institution, he is also engaged in using a SVAR-based econometric model to analyze the impact of import tariffs on the demand for crops such as soybean and canola, an issue particularly relevant for the Canadian economy in the present context of tariff wars.

Mirza Zaeem Baig is an instructor at Focus College, where he teaches in the Big Data and Software Development programs. He holds MS and BS degrees in Computer Science and brings more than a decade of experience spanning higher education, research, and the software industry.

Mirza has taught undergraduate and graduate students at institutions across Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, and Pakistan. His Canadian teaching experience includes Simon Fraser University, University Canada West, Herzing College, Cornerstone College, Conestoga College, and Seneca Polytechnic. His areas of expertise include computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, business analytics, digital transformation, programming, and software engineering.

Earlier in his career, Mirza contributed to curriculum development and program accreditation at Emirates Aviation University and helped establish Pakistan’s first NVIDIA-supported CUDA Research and Teaching Centre at his alma mater FAST-National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences. He has published research in recommender systems, machine learning, and industry-academia collaboration and has delivered international keynote talks on artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and information technology. In his teaching, Mirza emphasizes practical, industry-connected learning that helps students translate technical concepts into real-world solutions.

Morjina Taj Tumpa is a passionate educator and business professional with over 10 years of teaching experience. She holds an MBA and BBA, along with a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education from the University of British Columbia (UBC).

She currently teaches Business and Hospitality courses at multiple colleges, including Focus College. Morjina believes education is most impactful when students can connect classroom learning to real-world experiences. Her student-centered teaching approach emphasizes practical application, critical thinking, communication, and professional development.

She is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students feel valued, encouraged, and empowered to reach their potential. For Morjina, teaching goes beyond sharing knowledge, it is about inspiring confidence, motivating learners, and helping them build the skills they need to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Priyanka Sharma is a CELTA-certified English teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching English to learners from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds in Canada and internationally. Her teaching experience includes General English, IELTS preparation, and workplace English, with experience at institutions including ILAC, St Giles International, the British Council, and Focus College. At Focus College, she teaches the Work Fluent Training program, helping students develop practical English and workplace communication skills.

Priyanka’s areas of expertise include workplace and professional communication, interview preparation, business writing, and Canadian workplace culture. She is passionate about creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments that help learners build confidence and support their academic, professional, and personal goals.