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Leadership team

William Cheaib

Chief of Staff and Associate VP, International

William has a track record in pioneering successful international alliances and advising on government and institutional strategies in international and next-generation education. His past and present public service includes the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), Expo-Entrepreneurs, Engcomm, and the Montreal Science Centre Foundation.

In 2018, William launched an Africa Initiative that aims to empower African youth through education, entrepreneurship and technology. He is a regular speaker on intercultural communication and strategic planning for the education and public sectors.

Hawa Keita

Lead, Concordia Africa Initiative

Hawa, recognized as one of Canada's top 30 leaders under 30 in sustainability by Corporate Knights, leads the Concordia Africa Initiative, fostering projects in youth entrepreneurship and employment between Concordia University and Africa.

With invaluable insights from her previous role as the Executive Director of CEED, an international nonprofit dedicated to youth skills development, Hawa has a deep understanding of sustainable development within an African context.

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