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Professor Dr. Kristen Brustad
Advisory Board Member
A distinguished academic and researcher, she holds a PhD from Harvard University and is widely regarded as one of the leading global authorities in Arabic linguistics and comparative grammar. She has held senior academic positions at the University of Texas at Austin and Emory University, and has made pioneering contributions to the study of Arabic dialects and the development of Arabic language curricula for non-native speakers.
She is well known for her contributions to major international programs such as CASA (Center for Arabic Study Abroad), and her research uniquely combines deep linguistic analysis with a strong understanding of the cultural and literary traditions of the Near East.
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Professor Dr. Mostafa Mahmoud Kandil
Secretary General of the American Board – California
A distinguished academic and legal consultant, he holds a PhD in Public Law from the Alexandria University with honors. He possesses extensive academic and professional experience in public law, administration, governance, human development, and higher education.
He combines deep academic knowledge with administrative and leadership expertise, having held multiple academic and administrative positions at prominent Arab universities, including Alexandria University, Khatam Al-Mursaleen University, and American Open University.
He also holds syndicate and advisory roles in professional, educational, and healthcare institutions, represents the American Board in Egypt and the Middle East, and has intellectual and training contributions in the fields of law, governance, crisis management, leadership, and human development.
Dr. Mostafa believes in the importance of integrating legal sciences with human and administrative sciences to build modern institutions capable of achieving justice and sustainable development.