Our Speakers
Dr. Avantika Tomar
Dr. Avantika Tomar is a Partner in EY-Parthenon’s education sector practice, and is based in Bangalore. As a strategy and transactions consultant, she advises education operators, multi-national corporates, governments, foundations and private equity firms across India, MENA and SE Asia. Her areas of expertise within the education sector are K12, test prep and higher education (with a focus on TNE). Avantika holds a PhD in strategy and HR from IIM Calcutta, and is currently a Visiting Professor at various business schools (IIMC, U, T, BITSoM, Masters Union etc.) in India. She has previously taught at UNSW and UTS in Sydney, Australia.
Kavach Khanna
As a dedicated Student Mentor, Educator, and Content Creator, he has mentored over 6,000 students, guiding them toward making informed career choices and achieving their goals. With a passion for empowering individuals to unlock their full potential, he offers personalized advice and actionable insights. His work as a content creator has further amplified his impact, with his YouTube channel garnering over 15 million views, reflecting the trust and value his audience places in his content. He remains committed to inspiring and transforming lives through mentorship and engaging educational initiatives.
Ali Al-Naama
Ali Al-Naama is an author who grew up in Qatar and the United Kingdom. His passion for writing was triggered at a very young age while shadowing his grandfather “Abdulla Hussain Al-Naama” a pioneer of the written media in Qatar and establisher of the very first magazine “Al-Ouroba” and the first newspaper “Al-Arab” in the country. Ali’s passion for travel had led him to academically invest in exploring the knowledge and business of tourism and sustainable destination development with having a specialized degree from The George Washington University in Washington DC. Ali is now a PhD researcher at the Queen Mary University or London, the Corporate Strategy Director at Manateq, and the CEO of the 72 ink corporation. Diving into a more creative mindset and forming a fictional universe that allows readers to explore is what interests Ali to start his novel-writing journey. His enthusiasm for storytelling had enabled him to create imaginary worlds and commit to covey valuable messages through his writings. Ali has published 'Circus of the Greats' through Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press and is preparing to launch his next work, 'The Scenarist,' with the same publisher.
Mohammed Al-Qassabi
Mohammed Al-Qassabi is a pioneering innovator, youth advocate, and cybersecurity specialist from Qatar. He graduated with Honors in Information Systems from Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity at the University of Doha for Science and Technology. Mohammed is the inventor of OPAS, a groundbreaking AI-based system that enhances fairness and accuracy in football. As the Head of the Robotics and AI Department at Qatar Scientific Club, Mohammed mentors young innovators and inspires future leaders. He has won numerous prestigious awards, including recognition as one of the top Arab inventors in Stars of Science. Mohammed’s journey is a testament to perseverance, creativity, and the power of innovation to drive change.
Aditya Jain
Aditya Jain is a dynamic student leader, author, and aspiring economist with a passion for global economic frameworks and policymaking. A four-time presenter at the Qatar Leadership Conference (QLC) and Deputy Secretary General at MSMUN and THIMUN, he has showcased exceptional leadership and public speaking skills. During the pandemic, Aditya authored the science fiction novel Miles Away from Home, reflecting his creativity and resilience. As Head Boy, he led impactful initiatives to foster collaboration and excellence, while excelling in sports by representing his school in cricket and tennis. With multiple ‘All-Rounder’ and ‘Subject Topper’ awards to his credit, Aditya brings his inspiring journey of leadership, perseverance, and innovation to the TEDx stage.