Independent perspectives to inform educational quality and workforce relevance.
IMACIA's Advisory Board brings together diverse professional and educational perspectives to strengthen practical learning, workforce relevance, and organizational improvement. Members provide guidance and recommendations; the Board does not govern IMACIA.
Founder & Executive Director, IMACIA
Ahmed Kamel is a seasoned executive, an educator, business leader, researcher, and Six Sigma Master Black Belt with extensive experience spanning manufacturing, quality management, business analytics, and organizational improvement.
Advisory Board Member
Kathleen Irwin is an accomplished higher education executive, educator, and organizational strategist with extensive experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, business education, and institutional effectiveness. She holds a Ph.D. in Organization and Management and an MBA in Finance. Her leadership experience includes serving as Vice Provost for Curriculum and Faculty, Program Director, and academic department chair. She currently serves as a university professor, doctoral dissertation chair, and advisor to emerging educational initiatives. Irwin is also the founder of WLKForward, Inc., an organization focused on connecting workforce experience, academic learning, and industry innovation. Recognized as a 2026 Distinguished Faculty of the Year Semifinalist, she brings expertise in strategic planning, academic quality, organizational improvement, and workforce development to IMACIA's Advisory Board.
Profile and biography forthcoming.
Profile and biography forthcoming.
Profile and biography forthcoming.
Profile and biography forthcoming.
Additional member profiles will be published as approved portraits and biographies become available.