Meet Our Experts

World-Class Faculty

Distinguished scholars, educators, and industry experts shaping the future.

President

Dr. Justice R. Salifu

Dr. Justice Salifu is a versatile, innovative, and result-oriented organization and management expert with over two decades of experience providing innovative, authentic, and transformational leadership in multiple organizations.

He is responsible for the establishment of the School of Business and Technology of Lakeside University College, where he served as the founding Dean of Faculty. His experience spans Compliance, Risk Management, Reconciliation, Settlements, Governance, Business Continuity, and Ethics in the US banking industry.

Professional Affiliations:

Risk Management Association Institute of Management Consultants American Management Association Society of Financial Service Professionals
Dr. Justice R. Salifu

Distinguished Faculty & Advisors

Industry experts and academic leaders driving excellence

Board Member
Mr. Razak A. Adam

Mr. Razak A. Adam

Business & Finance Executive

Accomplished business executive and finance expert with over 20 years of experience in accounting, corporate governance, and business development across multiple sectors, including mining, manufacturing, and technology.

Current Leadership Roles:

  • CEO of Electrochem Ghana Limited - multimillion-dollar salt mining operation
  • Finance Expert, Board of Development Bank Ghana
  • Transaction Advisor, Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC)

Areas of Expertise:

Corporate Finance Business Development Mining Sector Strategic Management

Qualifications:

Chartered Accountant, MBA in Finance (Clarkson University)

Dr. Gamel Nasser Salifu

Dr. Gamel Nasser Salifu

Development Economist & Distinguished Scholar

Distinguished scholar and Head of Department of Economics and Applied Mathematics at GIMPA with over 12 years of academic and professional experience in economic development and policy analysis.

Current Academic Role:

Head of Department, Economics & Applied Mathematics - Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

Areas of Expertise:

Agricultural Economics Political Economy Sustainable Development Applied Mathematics

Research Focus:

Economic development policies, agricultural transformation, sustainable economic growth, and mathematical modeling of economic systems

Our Distinguished Faculty

Expert educators and researchers across disciplines

Dr. Evelyn Mensah

Dean of Media & Technology

Expert in digital storytelling and immersive media with 15+ years of industry experience. Former Creative Director at Global Media Solutions.

Research Interests:

Digital Media Production, Immersive Technologies, Interactive Storytelling

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Dr. Sarah Johnson

Director of Research

Advancing knowledge in applied sciences and innovation. Published researcher with multiple patents in educational technology.

Research Interests:

Applied Sciences, Innovation Management, Educational Technology

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Prof. Michael Chen

Technology Innovation

Expert in software engineering and technology innovation with focus on emerging technologies and their business applications.

Research Interests:

Software Engineering, AI Applications, Technology Innovation

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Faculty for New Certificate Programs

Specialized instructors for our cutting-edge certificate programs

Dr. Financial Analytics

Lead Instructor - Managerial Financial Engineering

Expert in financial technology, risk management, and AI applications in finance with 12+ years in banking and fintech.

Expertise:

Financial Modeling Generative AI Blockchain Risk Management

Prof. Innovation Leader

Lead Instructor - Entrepreneurial Leadership

Serial entrepreneur and innovation strategist with experience launching multiple successful ventures and mentoring startups.

Expertise:

Entrepreneurship Innovation Management Venture Creation Startup Mentoring

Dr. Business Finance

Lead Instructor - Finance for Entrepreneurs

Specialist in small business finance and entrepreneurial financial management with practical experience across multiple industries.

Expertise:

Financial Analysis Cash Flow Management Business Budgeting Financial Planning

Faculty Development Program

Investing in the growth and development of academic professionals

Our Faculty and Academic Career Development Program exposes participants to comprehensive professional development opportunities designed to enhance teaching effectiveness, research capabilities, and academic leadership.

College Teaching

College-level teaching experience and pedagogy development for aspiring educators, including modern teaching methodologies and assessment techniques.

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Research Mentorship

Research mentorship and academic networking opportunities with experienced scholars, including grant writing and publication support.

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Career Development

Academic job search strategies and career advancement guidance, including portfolio development and interview preparation.

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Faculty Excellence

Our commitment to academic excellence through outstanding faculty

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