Imane EL Ghazali is a Professor of Economics at ESCA Ecole de Management and Director of the Africa Case Lab. A passionate case method trainer and award-winning case author, she has supervised acclaimed case studies, co-edited casebooks, and published extensively on the case method. She also serves as a reviewer for peer-reviewed case journals. With a strong commitment to advancing case-based learning, she delivers workshops and seminars on case writing and teaching across various institutions. 

Thami Ghorfi is the Dean of ESCA Ecole de Management, one of Africa’s leading business schools based in Casablanca. His expertise focuses on entrepreneurship, leadership, and change management in Morocco and the wider region.

He serves as a member of Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) and the Higher Council for Education, Training and Scientific Research (CSEFRS). Deeply engaged in social impact initiatives, he is also Vice President of the Al Amana Microfinance Foundation, supporting financial inclusion across the MENA region. Since 2024, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of AACSB.

Michael M. Goldman is a professor at the University of San Francisco and a globally recognized expert in case writing and teaching. He is a former president of the North American Case Research Association and serves on the board of the Case Research Foundation.

An award-winning case author, he has published numerous teaching cases through leading academic publishers. His work focuses on marketing, sales, and sport management, with teaching and consulting experience across the United States and Africa.

Howard Thomas is Emeritus Professor of Strategic Management and Management Education at Singapore Management University (SMU) and Special Advisor to the President of EFMD. He previously held senior roles at SMU, including Dean of the Lee Kong Chian School of Business and Mastercard Chair in Financial and Social Inclusion.

He is an internationally recognized scholar and academic leader, with fellowships in major global management associations and past leadership roles including President of the Strategic Management Society and Chair of AACSB. He has worked across leading universities on four continents and received multiple lifetime achievement awards and honorary doctorates.

Ihsan Zakri is Vice President of Growth and Engagement for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at AACSB. Since joining AACSB in 2016, he has supported dozens of business schools through the accreditation process and leads regional initiatives focused on quality, impact, and institutional growth.

With expertise in international higher education and accreditation, Ihsan combines operational leadership with a strong academic background, including studies at Lund University and doctoral research in leadership at the University of Amsterdam. Before AACSB, he managed EU-funded capacity-building projects across multiple countries.

Olayinka David-West is Dean of Lagos Business School and a recognized expert in business management, technology, and digital transformation. With extensive experience in IT and financial services, she has played a key role in strengthening the school’s international reputation and accreditation.

Her research focuses on the impact of technology on business strategy, financial inclusion, and organizational transformation. Since 2015, she has led the Sustainable and Inclusive Digital and Financial Services initiative, promoting digital finance and fintech development across Africa. She is also an advocate for women in STEM and a leading voice in Africa’s digital finance ecosystem.

Lakshmi Goel is a Professor of Information Systems and Dean of the School of Business Administration at Al Akhawayn University. With over 20 years of experience in higher education and business consulting, his expertise focuses on enterprise strategy, business analytics, and leadership development.

He holds a PhD in Decision and Information Sciences and a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Houston. Throughout his career, he has held several academic leadership roles, including Associate Dean, MBA Director, and endowed Chair for Strategy at the University of North Florida.

Thami Ghorfi is the Dean of ESCA Ecole de Management, one of Africa’s leading business schools based in Casablanca. His expertise focuses on entrepreneurship, leadership, and change management in Morocco and the wider region.

He serves as a member of Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) and the Higher Council for Education, Training and Scientific Research (CSEFRS). Deeply engaged in social impact initiatives, he is also Vice President of the Al Amana Microfinance Foundation, supporting financial inclusion across the MENA region. Since 2024, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of AACSB.

Chourouq Haisni is Director of Programs and Accreditation and an experienced higher education professional specializing in program development, quality assurance, and international accreditation. She leads initiatives focused on curriculum innovation, faculty development, and Assurance of Learning to strengthen academic excellence in management education.

Dr. Haisni is also a regular speaker at international conferences on accreditation, educational quality, and pedagogical innovation. She holds a PhD in Management from Université de Bordeaux.

Sergio Klecker is an Academic Relationships Manager at Harvard Business School Publishing is an international manager and educator with over 30 years of global experience, including 16 years at Shell plc. Based in Madrid, he has lived and worked across Europe and Latin America, bringing extensive international expertise in business and consulting.

He teaches International Business, Corporate Governance, and Consulting at Comillas Pontifical University and serves as a Learning Mentor at IESE Business School. He is currently Academic Relationships Manager for Southern Europe and Switzerland at Harvard Business School Publishing, where he manages partnerships with leading universities and business schools.

Rihab Abba is a Professor Researcher at ESCA Ecole de Management and a Management Board Member of Africa Case Lab. Her teaching and research focus on problem-solving, complexity management, cross-cultural management, and the case method. She has also led international virtual exchange projects with global academic partners for over 10 years.

Dr. Abba holds two PhDs from Hassan II University of Casablanca, specializing in Advertising Discourse and French Language & Literature. Before joining academia, she held leadership positions in training and consultancy firms, developing expertise in business communication, research methodology, and organizational complexity.

Vicky Lester has been the Chief Executive Officer of The Case Centre since July 2022, overseeing its global operations. Since joining the organization in 1991, she has held leadership roles across sales, operations, and strategic development.

Vicky is a frequent speaker and moderator at international conferences, webinars, and academic events focused on case teaching and writing. She is also Editor-in-Chief of Case Focus: The Journal of Business & Management Teaching Cases, Middle East and Africa Edition.

Alaa Amer is an experienced HR professional with 15 years of expertise across talent acquisition, sales, supply chain, and human resources. Currently serving as Human Resources Talent Acquisition Leader for Africa, Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa, Alaa leads strategic hiring and employer branding initiatives across multiple markets.

With a strong background in organizational development and communication, Alaa specializes in talent strategy, recruitment innovation, and workforce development. Their cross-functional experience brings a broad business perspective to HR leadership and talent management.

Nwamaka Nwobi Okoye is an entrepreneur, interior architect, and co-founder of Design Genre, Dulo, and Dulo Property, companies focused on architecture, workspace solutions, manufacturing, and real estate development across Africa. Through these ventures, she has led projects for major organizations including IBM, Unilever, HP, and Procter & Gamble.

With more than two decades of experience in African markets, her work focuses on sustainable business development, design innovation, and systems thinking. She also serves as Chairperson of the Stanford Seed Transformation Network Board of Trustees and is the author of Navigating the Return, a guide for diaspora entrepreneurs building businesses in Africa.

Mimoun Ouchaou is the Country General Manager and Technology Leader of IBM Morocco, where he leads strategic operations, innovation, and organizational performance. With extensive international experience, he has managed large-scale technology projects across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States.

Prior to his current role, he held several leadership positions within IBM, including regional technical leadership roles for Africa and the Middle East. He also worked as a Senior Architect Consultant in both the United States and the United Kingdom, contributing to complex international technology projects.

His expertise focuses on technology strategy, digital transformation, operational excellence, and business growth across global and emerging markets.

Aimane Cherragui is a Senior Program Manager at the Abdelkader Bensalah Foundation, where he oversees academic initiatives and collaborative projects linking academia, civil society, public institutions, and the private sector. He notably contributes to the VALISE project, developed in partnership with ESCA Ecole de Management, promoting pedagogical case studies on social innovation in Morocco.

His work focuses on social innovation, the social and solidarity economy, and the development of inclusive, impact-driven partnerships. Aimane is also an alumnus of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program.

Kenza El Badia is a Professor of Marketing and Management at ESCA Ecole de Management, where she also serves as Program Director of the Bachelor in Business Management. Her research focuses on phygital experiences, value co-creation, consumer behavior, and digital transformation in marketing.

Dr. El Badia is also involved in communication and public relations for the CIEB Chair of Innovation and E-Business, supporting initiatives in innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital advancement. She is actively engaged in mentoring students and promoting international collaboration in marketing education and research.

Albert Wöcke is a professor and permanent faculty member at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, where he leads the Leadership, HR and Organizational Behaviour Department and heads the Case Study Hub. He is also the lead faculty member for the MPhil Programme in International Business.

An experienced case writer and researcher, Prof. Wöcke has published widely in international academic journals, with several of his teaching cases becoming international best sellers. His expertise includes international business, HR strategy, organizational behaviour, and emerging markets, and he regularly mentors faculty and presents on case writing and teaching worldwide.

Claire Barnardo is the founder and manager of the Case Writing Centre at the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business, established in 2017. Under her leadership, the Centre has developed a strong portfolio of African teaching cases, including multimedia and open-source case series focused on doing business in Africa.

She holds a Master’s degree in Media from the University of Cape Town and brings extensive experience in journalism and editorial management. Claire is passionate about advancing African and emerging market business cases through innovative and accessible learning formats.

Randa Salamoun is an award-winning case writer and expert in the case method. She is the founding director of The Case Hub at the American University of Beirut’s Suliman S. Olayan School of Business, where she launched the first annual case conference in the MENA region and established an annual case writing competition promoting regional case development.

Dr. Salamoun is also an Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Organizations. With over 20 years of experience in business education and industry consulting, she specializes in case writing, student-centered learning, and management education. She holds a PhD from the University of Manchester.

Candis McInnes is the Executive Director of Ivey Publishing at the Ivey Business School. With more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, customer experience, and brand management, she leads publishing, product development, marketing, and global author relations.

Candis is a strong advocate for experiential learning and the impact of the case method in business education. In addition to her academic leadership, she actively mentors future professionals and serves on community and nonprofit boards supporting leadership development and social impact.

Vicky Lester has been the Chief Executive Officer of The Case Centre since July 2022, overseeing its global operations. Since joining the organization in 1991, she has held leadership roles across sales, operations, and strategic development.

Vicky is a frequent speaker and moderator at international conferences, webinars, and academic events focused on case teaching and writing. She is also Editor-in-Chief of Case Focus: The Journal of Business & Management Teaching Cases, Middle East and Africa Edition.

Antoine (Tony) Duvauchelle is an entrepreneur, Adjunct Professor at INSEAD and Co-Founder of LiveCase. At INSEAD, he teaches strategy, innovation and leadership for executive education programmes in addition to the MBA and EMBA capstone courses where he leads the development and delivery efforts. He is Co-Founder of LiveCase, which creates immersive, AI-enhanced chat simulations and interactive stories. The platform grew out of his own teaching needs and is now being shared with educators and organisations beyond his classroom.  

Mahynour Okda is a Regional Publishing and Training Manager at Emerald Publishing is a publishing and training professional with over 20 years of experience across higher education and corporate sectors. Currently with Emerald Publishing, they manage strategic partnerships and institutional relationships across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia.

With expertise in academic publishing, stakeholder engagement, and account management, they have delivered more than 4,000 hours of workshops and training programs. Their work focuses on supporting universities, researchers, and educational institutions through sustainable collaborations, practical initiatives, and long-term partnership development.

Alon Epstein is the co-founder of AVRIS Technologies / LEARN AI and heads the Immersive content and pedagogical development at INSEAD Immersive Learning.

He is a learning expert, focusing on organizational development, and talent management practices. He spent two decades in leading, designing, and delivering executive education and corporate development programmes.

Alon has published numerous traditional case studies and has led the production of over 40 immersive cases in various areas in business and management education.

Mourad Aakiri is an academic and finance professional specializing in international business, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and financial systems. He holds a PhD in International Business with a concentration in finance from Southern New Hampshire University.

He currently teaches International Business and finance-related subjects at ESCA Ecole de Management and has previously worked in finance and public service, including at the New York City Mayor’s Office. His research focuses on value creation in emerging market firms through cross-border M&A, while his technical expertise includes financial modeling, Python, and SQL.