Alphagenix

Founder

AKEA LIFE

Mednostic Solutions Ltd - Dexahealth

Managing Director

Marketing Manager

Account Manager

I am the managing director and founder of AKEA Life; the UKs first fully private and concierge doctor service looking after your health on your terms. 

I have 20 years experience in sales and marketing in the healthcare space. I studied as a lawyer before changing course into sales. I have a proven track record in developing, launching and running innovative healthcare businesses. 

Outside of work I focus my energy on my wonderful family, my own health and fitness and the odd round of golf.

Ben Paglia

GEDU Global Education

As CEO of K-12 Global Schools, I am leading the establishment of a network of high-performing schools, with initial expansions planned in the Middle East and Asia. My role encompasses the full development cycle, from sourcing land and managing school construction to establishing strong governance and operational frameworks. I work closely with regulators and senior education leaders to ensure academic excellence, sustainability, and long-term success. With a focus on strategic growth and innovation, I am driving the creation of a world-class education brand that will deliver outstanding student outcomes and set new benchmarks in international schooling.

Chief Executive Officer (K-12 Global Schools)

As a highly experienced global freelance consultant, I provide strategic policy advisory and specialised expertise to governments, top-tier consultancy firms, start-ups and investment firms covering GCC & Asia. I am sought after for my deep knowledge in key areas including government affairs (policy formulation, strategic planning, risk management etc.) & education (policy, investment in education, financial/business planning, digital transformation, establishing new schools, school improvement, feasibility studies etc.). 
I act as a thought leader to support clients to develop strategies to bring their solutions & products to market. My clients rely on my expertise to bridge critical knowledge gaps and implement transformative solutions that align with industry best practices. By offering bespoke insights and tailored strategies, I empower organisations to navigate complex challenges, ensuring their projects are not only viable but thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Freelance Consultant / Subject Matter Expert

Government of Dubai 

-Influencing public policy decisions & providing strategic advice & guidance to the Government of Dubai in designing & implementing strategies & plans towards achieving national & local education agenda priorities (e.g. D33).
-Acting as an education subject matter expert advising on strategy for large-scale private/public sector partnerships.
-Collaboration with stakeholders (The Executive Council, Dubai Municipality, Ministry of Education, Legal Affairs Department, Department of Finance, Department of Economy & Tourism, Knowledge & Human Development Authority, Dubai Government Legal Affairs, Dubai Government Human Resources etc.).
-Providing technical advice on cross-functional matters (policy, legal, crisis & risk management, investment, feasibility, digital innovation, operations, strategy, real estate..).
-Providing strategic guidance & advisory services in the conceptualisation, strategic & operational planning, financial planning & design phases of new educational infrastructure projects. 
-Possessing a solid understanding of the macroeconomic landscape & the factors driving Dubai's development whilst staying updated on regional & global trends & developments.
-Elected to The Executive Council's Steering Committee Education Advisory Board.
-Monitoring & evaluating impact of education initiatives, collecting & analysing data & reporting.
-Liaising with PPP partners to review pre-operational plans & monitoring operational performance through compliance & performance evaluation frameworks.
-Analysis of data & research to identify trends, challenges, & opportunities in the education sector.
-Capacity building through the ongoing inspirational mentoring of local colleagues enhancing their skills & competencies in line with Emiratisation goals.

Education Advisor

Ministry of Education – UAE

- Providing professional leadership, management and expert advice to the Minister of Education to improve educational outcomes across the U.A.E. 
- Working with political and financial astuteness to plan policies for the future needs and further development of education in the United Arab Emirates.
- Leading large-scale national development projects including private/public sector collaborations. 
- Strategically enhancing the sector by aligning investment decisions with future educational & workforce needs, delivering measurable social & financial returns.
- EC project lead for the construction of 4 x new school complexes. 
- Writing regulations, laws, by laws and decrees.     
- Reporting to United Nations on UAE’s achievement against Sustainable Development Goal 4. 
- Representing the MOE locally, regionally and internationally on departmental visits.
- Project managing the design & implementation of the Learner Management System for U.A.E. gov't schools.   
- Leading the Digital Transformation in Early Childhood Research Project.                         
- Advisor & project manager for NSTI (National Science, Technology & Innovation Festival).
- Developing national guidelines, policies and decrees.
- Head of Quality Unit - Quality assurance of all publishable materials.
- Collaborating with local universities to drive digital transformation to ensure practice and resources are evidence/research based.
- Maintaining specialist knowledge of international best practice in education. 
- Engaging in collaborative practice across government Ministries to achieve shared vision.

Expert - UAE Federal Government

Freeport-McMoRan

Technical Expert-Education 

Cognita Asia Pacific - Singapore

Director Of Academic Support Services 

West Lancs CCC-UK

Directed a Public-Private Sector Partnership with UK Department for Education. Successfully secured government contracts by demonstrating program value, fostering stakeholder engagement, and setting a vision for excellence that aligned with strategic priorities. Provided high-level advisory & reporting to the Board, reinforcing quality standards & delivering continuous program improvement. Led the strategic & operational delivery of support services designed to empower communities through evidence-based approaches. Ensured alignment with local, national, & international standards, adhered to data-driven practices to elevate service quality. Oversaw comprehensive operations, including securing government funding, programme development, safeguarding, & quality assurance, to achieve measurable success in service delivery.
Served as a trusted advisor & Subject Matter Expert, providing assessments and actionable insights to support key stakeholders in implementing high-impact strategies. Championed training initiatives, promoting positive behavioural frameworks to build capacity.

Director

As CEO of a global K-12 education company, I lead strategic initiatives that drive excellence in education. With deep expertise in establishing and scaling schools, I have advised on the development of seven government and private schools in the UAE and led large-scale education projects from feasibility to execution. My leadership experience spans Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, where I have worked with diverse education systems.

I specialise in education strategy, public policy, and operational efficiency, working closely with governments and private sector partners to create sustainable, high-quality education models. Previously, I advised on a AED 530 million national education and social development plan in the UAE.

Passionate about educational transformation, I bring innovative, solution-driven leadership to ensure schools thrive in an evolving global landscape.

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