CUC Ulster University
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This event occurred on
December 6, 2023
Doha, Ad Dawḩah
Qatar

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TEDxCUC Ulster University
Pullman Hotel
floor 12
Doha, Ad Dawḩah, 1234
Qatar
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Christopher Robling

Christopher Robling is the Founding Principal of Clearspan Strategic LLC, a firm he established in May 2014. His career encompasses crisis and litigation counselling, media, government, and politics.

Dino Trakakis

Dino Trakakis is the Managing Director of the Autism Recovery Network (ARN) in Singapore. He is of Greek descent and received his education in Canada. Trakakis moved to Hong Kong in the late 1990s, where he recognized a significant gap in autism therapy services in Asia. This observation led to the establishment of ARN, an organization committed to providing specialized therapy services for individuals with autism. Under his leadership, ARN has made notable strides in autism therapy. Trakakis's team of therapists has achieved remarkable success stories, including instances where their therapeutic interventions have led to significant improvements in individuals with autism. One such success story involves a child who, after undergoing therapy at ARN, recovered from his autism diagnosis and was accepted into Phillips Exeter Academy, a prestigious high school in the United States. His work involves not just overseeing the therapeutic services provided by ARN but also engaging in broader initiatives that impact the autism community. For instance, he has been featured in articles discussing the efforts of retail stores to create autism-friendly shopping experiences. The Autism Recovery Network, under Trakakis's direction, operates from its office in Singapore and continues to be a pivotal resource for families and individuals affected by autism in the region.

Dr Yaser Bishr

Dr. Yaser Bishr is a Venture Partner at Rising Tide Fund, a venture Capital firm in Washington, DC, USA. He also holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and an MBA from Duke University. Dr. Bishr’s interest span across blockchain, Web3, and AI.

Eugene Huang

Eugene Huang is currently the Chairman of Teco Image Systems, a 3D plastics printing company and manufacturer of drones, scanners, and imaging equipment, and Chairman of Creative Sensor Inc., a manufacturer of Contact Image Sensors.

Mirna Malaeb

Mirna Malaeb has established a significant presence in the tech industry through her role at Microsoft. Her expertise is not limited to her current role; she previously honed her skills at BMB, where she focused on Big Data and Analytics as an Account Manager

Rhodri Williams

In a broadcasting career spanning 30 years, Rhodri has worked in every genre for many of the world's biggest broadcasters; BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky Sports, Sky News, Aljazeera.

Shayan Chawla

Shayan Chawla is an accomplished Business Development Manager with a distinct specialization in the Higher Education Industry. Over the last five years, Shayan has played a pivotal role in steering the strategic growth initiatives of numerous prestigious universities in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom. His unwavering commitment to advancing educational institutions reflects not only in his professional expertise but also in his passion for shaping the future of higher education.

Organizing team

CUC Ulster
University

Doha, Qatar
Organizer