Sam Baby Samuel, PhD

Nassau County, NY ***** 347-***-**** adysdv@r.postjobfree.com www.babysam.biz www.linkedin.com/in/babysamsamuel/ EDUCATOR & TRAINER SENIOR EXECUTIVE – NON PROFITS & BUSINESSES ADVISOR

Board Leadership Strategic Planning & Execution Crisis Management Trainer & Speaker engaging faculty, students and public on diverse topics. Internationally experienced senior executive with a 23+ year track record of transforming businesses and driving growth across highly diverse industries, including IT, Digital Media, Education, and Non-Profits. Respected leader with proven success in strategic planning and execution, educational and operational leadership, business development, and service design in highly diverse corporate, for-profit/non-profit, and social enterprises. Launched new businesses and turned around underperforming organizations. Specializes in strategic planning, business development, and service design to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance. Seeking Adjunct roles in Education to leverage skills and experience. CORE COMPETENCIES & CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• Educational Leadership • Board Leadership • Business Planning • Project Management • Business & Organizational Development • Channel Partnerships • Fundraising • Marketing • P&L Management • Financial Planning • Product & Service Development • HR Development • Brand Management • Team Management • Crisis Management • Risk Management

• Contract & Pricing Negotiation • Change Management • Process Optimization • Lean Management • Client Relations

• Multilingual Communications – English, Malayalam, Hindi & Tamil • Trained Counseling Psychologist • Accredited Career Counselor

EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP Broad expertise in educational leadership roles as Chairman & Director of the Board of Directors for consortium of 21 schools, and Vice-Chairman of Knowledge Oman, the largest NPO in Oman dedicated to building a knowledge based economy.

BUSINESS LEADERSHIP International business leader with expertise in business strategy in various roles as CEO and top management of 6 small-to-large companies; Mentor for 15+ start-up entrepreneurial businesses and 5 non-profits; and as Chairman of the Board of Directors for a consortium of 21 schools. EDUCATOR & GLOBAL THOUGHT LEADER Presented over 200 keynote addresses & trainings internationally, at conferences, academic engagements, workshops, organizational events and panel discussions on topics spanning corporate leadership, technology, entrepreneurship, HR, marketing, management, education, social enterprises, positive psychology and career guidance. Judge for events such as Tech Camp by US Embassy in Oman and MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab (MITEF). Columnist and published author of 2 books. Researcher for 5 funded projects with 11 research publications. Reviewer in industry and academic sectors.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS Acknowledged with over a dozen awards and recognitions throughout career. Notable awards and recognitions include the 2020 GESS Education Award; 2019 Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award and 2018 Oman’s Inspiring CEOs.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

PhD in Management Studies / Entrepreneurship - SRM University, India, 2017

Master of Arts in Psychology - Indira Gandhi National Open University, India, 2023

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing – Madras University, India, 2000

Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management, Specialization in HR – LIBA, India, 2000

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature – M.G. University, India, 1998

2022, Social Entrepreneurship – London School of Economics and Political Science, UK

2022, Certified Career Services Provider – National Career Development Association (NCDA), USA SAM BABY SAMUEL, PhD 2 P a g e

2021, International Certified Career Coach, Advanced – Career Development Alliance, USA/Mindler

2021, Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science – University of Pennsylvania, Coursera

2021, Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions – University of Pennsylvania, Coursera

2021, The Science of Well-Being – Yale University, Coursera

2019, Educational Leadership – Dallas Baptist University, USA

2019, Performance Measurement for Effective Management of Non-Profit Organizations – Harvard Business School, USA

2016, Strategies for Sustainable Business – MIT Management Sloan School, USA EDUCATION SECTOR EXPERIENCE

NYC DCAS :The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) USA July 2023 - Present Examiner

DCAS is the Government of New York’s division responsible for providing the various city agencies with the resources and support they need. This includes support in recruiting, hiring, and training city employees; managing 55 public buildings; acquiring, selling, and leasing city property; purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for city agencies; overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country; and leading the city’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations. Develop, administer, and rate tests for employment and promotion in a variety of NYC government agencies under DCAS jurisdiction, and other City agencies including Health + Hospitals and CUNY. TCI CONSULTING INC. USA 2022 - 2023

Director

Start-up offering Career counseling, Educational Consulting, Business and Management Consulting, IT Consulting, Digital Media & Branding services, and Coaching and Mentoring, with operations in the US, India and the Middle East. Serve as an advisor in organizational strategy, brand building, growth and business development. Establish bylaws and internal governance processes. Develop compelling pitches for investors and partnership development.

Established four channel partners with reputed Principals from across the globe. Represented the educational sector as a member of the 2022 US Trade Mission delegation to Namibia. KNOWLEDGE OMAN Sultanate of Oman 2012 - 2023

Vice Chairman, Board of Directors (2020 – 2023) Director, Board of Directors (2016 – 2019) Vice President (2014 – 2016) Member (2012 – 2014) Nation’s award-winning volunteer and knowledge-sharing organization and the largest voluntary non-profit initiative in the Sultanate. Joined as the organizations 1st Senior Manager charged with driving strategy to bridge the gap between academia and industry to increase knowledge, education and contributions to grow the nation’s knowledge-based economy. Introduce direct outreach programs in collaboration with government and private organizations. Innovate and manage Social Entrepreneurship Programs to increase knowledge in social entrepreneurship development, strategic partnerships, branding and operations.

Integral contributor in the initiation of 74 projects that achieved 80,000 registrations, partnerships with 35 local and international organizations with impact to over 130,000 people receiving international and regional recognition. INDIAN SCHOOLS OF OMAN Sultanate of Oman 2016 - 2021 Chairman, Board of Directors (2018 – 2021)

Director, Board of Directors (2016 – 2018) & Director-in-Charge of Care and Special Education (2016 – 2018) Consortium of 21 unaided, non-profit community schools and 2 special education facilities with IB and CBSE curriculum, forming the largest community schooling network in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Charged with leading strategy, finance and operations of the Indian schools across the Sultanate of Oman with ~50,000 students, 3000 staff, and an annual budget of $50M. Led multiple initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance student services, and ensure organizational success. Defined and evolved SOPs, developing new centralized guidelines SAM BABY SAMUEL, PhD 3 P a g e

and policies. Initiated resource development and cross-training. Innovated new programs and services to advance social emotional learning, inclusion and SEN children integration into mainstream education.

Championed the concept of holistic education with development of a two-year plan with 45+ new initiatives in 2018 – 2021 and launched new academic and extracurricular initiatives for 21st Century skill development; virtual learning platforms, remedial classes, video recorded sessions, and tele-tutoring.

At the onset of the Covid pandemic, promptly transitioned all 21 schools to remote and online learning with no disruption in curriculum or extracurricular learning. Provided $3.37M in relief to the student and parent community during the pandemic.

Introduced a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Happiness Curriculum in 2021 to ensure the well-being of students.

Launched an innovative 24/7/365 tele-counseling service for free for students and staff. CARE AND SPECIAL EDUCATION (CSE) Sultanate of Oman 2016- 2021 Director-in-Charge (2016-2021)

CSE is a facility for special needs children associated with Indian School Muscat, functioning under the aegis of the Board of Indian schools in Oman, with satellite centers in Salalah and Mabelah. Supervise and drive the operations as Director In-charge. Offer hand-on strategic guidance and operational support.

Implemented a complete overhaul of the main center in 2018 with extensive renovation, infrastructure upgradation and operational transformation, bringing in specialized educational equipment; ISO 9001:2015 certification; extensive resource development training, and driving active community engagement. Raised funds from community for the entire renovation through crowdsourcing. Envisioned, set up and established two satellite centers. Transformed CSE as a reference center in the region for special education.

CORPORATE EXPERIENCE

INFRA TECH ENGINEERING, LLC USA Feb 2023 – July 2023 Director of Operations

A Construction and Design Engineering firm based in NY, catering primarily to public sector, offering comprehensive Traffic and Transportation Engineering Highway Design and Construction Management services. Manage day-to-day operations of the firm and office. Involved in Business Diversification and marketing efforts.

Provided the foundation to establish International operations in the Middle East, along with complete branding and re- branding initiatives.

TRIFOIL ADVERTISING AND PUBLISHING SAOC Oman 2017 - 2022 CEO

Oman’s fastest growing communications agency offering comprehensive solutions across diverse verticals including Publishing, Advertising, Interactive, Events, Branding and Digital Solutions. Joined this digital advertising agency to bring about financial turnaround and lead end-to-end strategy development and execution. In charge of P&L, overseeing all aspects of operations, business development, service development and execution. Analyzed ROI of existing client base and established new verticals and divisions. Sourced, negotiated and onboarded new renowned client brands. Analyzed existing service offerings, eliminating outdated services and introduced new cutting-edge digital services.

Turned around business, achieving profitability by 2019, landing key brands including Aldo, Tim Hortons, Charles & Keith, Dunes London, Rituals, LC Waikiki, Volvo, Vespa and Red Bull. INTERTECH LLC Oman 2013 - 2022

CEO

One of the oldest IT system integrators in Oman, a pioneering IT solutions-based company with 25+ years of existence, providing comprehensive products, solutions, and services from IT infrastructure to enterprise software, IT consultancy and post-sales services. SAM BABY SAMUEL, PhD 4 P a g e

Brought on board to drive organizational restructuring and expand client base to drive profitability. In charge of P&L, operations and HR. Revamped team structure and processes. Introduced innovative technology to improve productivity. Led business development, securing strategic partnerships with leading organizations.

Returned the business to profitability, delivering net profit within the first 18 months. Delivered ongoing sustainable 30% YoY growth. Achieved $12.98M in revenue in the financial year 2021.

Prior Career Experience: Includes 8 years in Oman [Al Kay’s International LLC (2006-2012), Technowave Systems International LLC (2004-2006)] and 4 years in India [CCS Technologies (P) Ltd (2003-2004), Kaashyap Technologies Ltd (2000-2003)] NON-PROFIT LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

ABBOTT HOUSE NY, US 2023 - Present

Director

Non-profit established in 1963, offering Foster care programs, Residential support, community school services and training programs, serving foster children, foster families, adults and children with disabilities, and immigrant children. Drive the Organizational vision and goals as part of the Board team as member of sub-committees such as Strategy Committee, Development Committee, and Finance Committee. Establish short-term and long term growth strategies, oversee budgets and financials, and boost community engagement.

Contributing to branding and fundraising strategies and is currently also part of the 60th year Celebration Committee, to raise awareness among communities.

TAU TRUST India 2021 - Present

President (2022 – Present) Trustee (2021 – 2022) Non-profit organization in India that is currently establishing “Tau Kavu”, a project to create and nurture a natural habitat and ecological system inspired by Miyawaki Forest with shelters and counseling spaces on site. Present vision of the organization with pragmatic mentoring and advisory services to the Board to facilitate governmental approvals, fundraising, sponsorships, and community partnerships. Build programs offered at two centers encompassing counseling services, emotional well-being, and legal support.

Established a trust and defined mission and business plan to create a Compassion Hub as a safe shelter for destitute women. Land acquired by fundraising through crowdfunding. Initiated community farming and other ecological programs. Settlements / camp huts are being built on the land as a safe space for the destitute. Short-term shelters are currently under development.

MOBILITY IN DYSTROPHY (MIND) TRUST India 2021 - Present Advisory Board Member and Mentor

Mobility in Dystrophy or MinD Trust is an NGO founded in Kerala in 2017 as a fellowship of patients affected by severe mobility challenges due to Muscular Dystrophy (MD) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) disorders. Spearhead the Oridam Project, a rehabilitation center project for 300+ member forum of MD and SMA patients and others. The center will offer physical and psychological rehabilitation, residential care, education, and employment opportunities. Build advisory and mentoring programs to promote the emotional, physical and well-being of MD and SMA patients.

Driving the land acquisition, construction and operation for the project. Created program vision and mission, garnering funding, enlisting team members and partners, and establishing operational processes. ANJAPPAM CHARITABLE TRUST India 2016 - Present

Founding President

Non-profit Social Enterprise and social collective focused on mitigation of hunger and other inequalities through easy access to food and social support.

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Develop business plan and lead organizational mission to provide free access to food to the needy and support local communities with social outreach programs. Lead fundraising by establishing and managing donor relationships, and allocating and reporting on fund utilization. Manage a team of 20 team members and 100+ volunteers in program development and management.

Provided free access to food for 500,000+ people. Introduced community programs like sponsorship of an entire village, free libraries, street plays, well-being sessions and disaster relief during natural calamities and COVID. Established six centers so far and aiming to expand to 14 centers by 2030. BOARD AND ADVISORY ROLES

Member, Advisory Committee - Care and Special Education (CSE), Oman 2022 – present

Advisory Board Member and Mentor – Mobility in Dystrophy (MinD) Trust, India 2021 – present

Member, Standing Academic Committee - National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE), India 2019 – present

Member, Industrial Advisory Board - Muscat College, Oman 2018 – present

Member, Industrial Advisory Board - Arab Open University, Oman 2018 – present BUSINESS ADVISOR AND MENTORSHIP CONTRIBUTIONS

2023 – Present, Volunteer Mentor at SCORE, New York, USA

2023 – Present, Volunteer Mentor at Business Mentor New York, USA

2012 – 2022, Consultant / Pro Bono Business Advisor for various organizations such as Adventz LLC, Oman; International Volunteers, Oman; Elite International Information Systems LLC, Oman; The Bridge Computing, Oman; The Experience Pvt. Ltd., India; Accen’d LLC, Dubai, UAE, Studio T, Oman etc. TEACHING/ SPEAKING / RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Served as Adjunct Faculty (Visiting Lecturer), teaching Business Management at Middle East College of Information Technology (MECIT), Oman and Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Center, Oman.

Handled short term and long term training sessions on Management for various reputed campuses in India and Oman including Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), India; Middle East College of Information Technology

(MECIT), Oman and Waljat College of Applied Sciences, Oman.

As Trainer, conducted several professional enhancement programs for the faculty of K-12 educational and higher educational institutes in Oman and India, handled topics such as 21st Century Teaching and Learning; Impact of Covid-19 on K-12 schooling; Mental Health; Social Entrepreneurship etc.

Mentored more than 25 mentees (entrepreneurs) in New York region through SCORE and Business Mentor NY.

As Public Speaker, conducted 200+ keynote sessions & talks, and participated in webinars, conferences, talks, and panel discussions at various events & organizations, in Oman, UAE, India & USA, engaging audiences on diverse topics like Entrepreneurship, Social Enterprises, Technology, Education, and Empowerment.

Served as speaker/ facilitator for in schools & higher education institutes in Oman and India, like OP Jindal University, India; Christ College, India; SRM University, India; St Thomas College, India; BAM College, India; DC School of Management, India; Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, Muscat College, Oman; Caledonian College, Oman; Indian Schools in Oman, Sainik Schools, India; Knowledge Oman, Oman; ICCAI, Muscat; Indian Institute of Teacher Education, India; India Didactic Association; etc.

Speaker for international events such as Career Skills & HRD 2021, Oman; GESS 2020, UAE; KLF 2020, India.

Approved Reviewer – Ministry of Higher Education, Research & Innovation, Oman (The Research Council), 2018 – Present.

Reviewer & Editor – Book, “Optimize Your Venture, SMEs in Oman – Book II”.

Spearheaded international conferences as organizer & convener. SAM BABY SAMUEL, PhD 6 P a g e

Principal Teaching / Speaking Areas

• Brand Development & Brand Strategies • Business Policy & Strategy Management • Business Operations & Management

• Project Management • Turnaround Management • Crisis Management • Organizational Behavior • Marketing • HR

• Entrepreneurship Development • Small Business Management • Current trends in Management • Business Ethics • Corporate Social Responsibility • Information Technology Management & Business Applications • 21st Century Skills & Career Skills

• Career Counseling & Management • Faculty Development • Employee Development • Positive Psychology FUNDED PROJECTS

Co-Investigator – Funded Research Project – Mutashar: Oman specific AI and ANN powered psychometric cum career assessment and planning, Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, Oman, 2022-2023

Member (Industry) - Funded Research Project “Integration of Augmented Reality in Higher Education in Sultanate of Oman during Covid 19 era: A case study-based model”, Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, Oman (Earlier named as The Research Council - TRC), Dec 2021 – Nov 2023

Creating a Breakthrough in Oman’s Ed-Tech Industry through ‘Tadakhul’- Employing Learning & Predictive Analytics to Maximize Student Engagement (2021-2023)

Member – Funded Research Project – “Reverse logistics for e-waste: strategic and sustainable approach for SMEs in Oman.” Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, Oman (Earlier named as The Research Council-TRC), 2021 - 2023

Co-Investigator - Funded Research Project “Construction and Retrieval of Ontology Based Semantic Learner Profile in an E- Learning System”, The Research Council (TRC), 2018-2020 PUBLICATIONS

1. Samuel, B.S. (2022). Author of Malayalam book, “Gandhi,” forming part of the series, DC Quiz, published by DC Books, India.

2. Samuel, B.S. (2020). Author of Malayalam book, Kanamethumillathe,” published by DC Books, India. 3. Krishnan. R., Nair S., Saamuel B.S., Justin S., Iwendi C., Biamba C., Ibeke E. Smart Analysis of Learners Performance Using Learning Analytics for Improving Academic Progression: A Case Study Model. Sustainability. 2022; 14(6):3378. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14063378

4. Gokuladas, V. K. & Baby Sam, S. K (2022) Student satisfaction in secondary education: an empirical study of Indian expatriate students, Journal of Research in International Education. 5. Justin, T. S., Krishnan, R., Nair, S., & Samuel, B. S. (2020). Learners’ Performance Evaluation Measurement Using Learning Analytics in Moodle. In Information and Communication Technology for Competitive Strategies (ICTCS 2020) (pp. 931-942). Springer, Singapore.

6. Gokuladas, V. K., & Baby Sam, S. K. (2020). Challenges and responsibilities during school reopening post- COVID-19: A strategic approach. In I. Sahin & M. Shelley (Eds.), Educational practices during the COVID-19 viral outbreak: International perspectives (pp.199–220). ISTES Organization https://www.istes.org/educational-practices-during-the-covid-19-viral- outbreak-international-perspectives-7-b.html

7. Gokuladas, V. K. & Baby Sam, S. K (2020) Influence of Demotivators on Acceptance of Technology: Challenges of Expatriate School Teachers while Imparting Online Teaching, International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research. 19

(8), pp. 155-172, doi:10.26803/ijlter.19.8.9

8. Gokuladas, V.K., & Baby Sam, S.K., (2020), Psychological and Operational Challenges in Educational Field amidst Pandemic, Revista Românească pentru Educaţie Multidimensională, Volume 12, Issue 2, Sup. 1, pp. 143-151. 9. Pratabaraj, S. J., Melinda S. A. C., Samuel, B. S., (2019) “Dependability & Quality of Supply Chain Performance.” Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical & Control Systems, Vol. 11, 04-Special Issue, 2019. http://jardcs.org/archivesview.php?volume=1&issue=8 10. Samuel, B. S. Strategy for the Growth of Social Media-Based Service Entrepreneurship in the Sultanate of Oman. http://hdl.handle.net/10603/179386

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11. Samuel, B. S., & Sarprasatha, J. (2016). Entrepreneurship in social-media services in Oman: a socioeconomic scanning of the sultanate. Asian Social Science, 12(4), 138.

12. Samuel, B. S., Sarprasatha, J., (2016) “Social Media and Entrepreneurship”, The Social Sciences, Medwell Publication 11(5), pp. 639-644, 2016.

13. Samuel, B. S., Sarprasatha, J., “Women Entrepreneurship in Information Technology Amidst the Challenges of Recession”. SRM Management Digest 2(1), 2013.

CONFERENCES

Participated in various international conferences and seminars in the fields of Education, Technology, Management and more. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

2022 - Jyothi Nilayam Socio Literary Award, Jyothi Nilayam, India

2022 - Community Leadership Award, Knowledge Oman

2021 - Entrepreneurial Excellence Award - National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED)

2020 - Recognized as one of the 2020 TAS Icons, The Arabian Stories

2020 - Special “Judges’ Commendation Award” - GESS Education Awards in recognition of the various community initiatives rolled out by the Board of Indian Schools in Oman

2019 - Outstanding Leadership Award - International School Awards, India

2019 - Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award - NRI Welfare Society, House of Commons, London, UK

2019 - International Educator Award for Leadership in “Education & Empowerment”- International Conference and Awards, Dubai

2018 - Recognized as “Oman’s Inspiring CEOs”, by Oman Observer, Oman

2017 - “Consultant of the Month” & “One of the Top 25 Most Promising Media & Crises Consultants” - Consultants Review Magazine

2016 - Golden Achievement Award for Business Consulting Services - Global Media with Kerala Chamber of Commerce

2016 - Recognition for “Social Entrepreneurship and Social Commitment” - World Malayalee Council

2016 - “Top 46 Leaders in the Nation” Top Business Leaders – A tribute to HM’s Leadership, Oman Observer REFERENCES

References available upon request.

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