BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Mr. Moath O. H. AlYahya - Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Mr. Moath AlYahya is the Chairman of International Integrated Educational Services Co. (IIES). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of Sharjah, UAE (2007). Mr. AlYahya brings extensive leadership experience across multiple sectors. He currently serves as Chairman of AlHayrat Real Estate Co., Rehal Logistics Co., Credit Rating & Collection Co. (CRC), and Sawaf Real Estate Co. In addition, he is the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adeem Investment Holding Co. Throughout his career, Mr. AlYahya has held key executive roles, including General Manager of Premier International Motors Group Co. (PIMG), Easy Outdoor Desert and Sea Supplies Co. (EZ), Binyan Real Estate Services Co., and Al Abrar Real Estate Co. His board memberships span a wide array of industries, underscoring his deep expertise in investment, real estate, logistics, and education.
Prof. Ali S. Arifa – President of Box Hill College Kuwait
Member Board of Trustees
Professor Ali Arifa is currently the President of Box Hill College – Kuwait. He graduated with a Ph. D. degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, in 1996. He previously served at Kuwait University as a Faculty Member in the College of Business administration, as the Chairman of its AACSB maintenance of accreditation, and as the Director of its affiliated Business Administration Consulting Unit-Center of Excellence in Management. He also served as an Associate Professor at Lincoln University, in New Zealand. Pro. Arifa also served as a Visiting Professor in several Universities in different countries. He is a winner of several teaching awards, and has published in several areas in Economics. Pro. Arifa has an extensive consulting experience that includes performing projects for the IMF, the UNDP, the UNESCO, the UNIDO, and the World Bank.
Dr. Jamal S. F. Al Sumait– Assistant Professor at PAAET
Member Board of Trustees
Dr. Jamal S. F. Al Sumait is Assistant Professor at the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET). He presently serves as the Assistant Head of the Electrical Engineering Department at the College of Technological Studies. Dr. Al Sumait holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Miami – USA, a M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Kuwait University and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southampton, UK. He has an extensive teaching experience in the broad fields of electronics. Dr. Al Sumait has several publications in professional academic journals in his area of expertise.
Ms. Refaa Al Refai- Deputy Manager FCCSAR Kuwait Member Board of Trustees– Assistant Professor at PAAET
Member Board of Trustees
Ms. Refaa Al Refai is currently a Deputy Manager and shareholder, Al Sareh International Company. She is preparing for her PHD at Brunel University UK, graduated with MBA degree from Ahlia University, Bahrain in 2011. Previously served at Future Training Institute as a Director, she also served at Zain Telecommunication Company as a Marketing Analyst ( qualitative team leader).
Mr. Grant Radford – Chief Executive Officer, Box Hill Institute, Victoria, Australia.
Member Board of Trustees
Mr. Grant Radford is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Box Hill Institute, Victoria, Australia. He is a seasoned senior executive with extensive education sector expertise at both state government and Higher Education institution levels. He has a strong track record of delivery and driving organizational improvement. He has been a remarkable shaper of strategic outcomes in many Australian organizations, through inspiring teams and leveraging deep commercial expertise.
Mr. John Qiu – Director International, Box Hill Institute, Victoria, Australia.
Member Board of Trustees
Mr. John Qiu is currently the Director International (Transnational Education) at Box Hill Institute, Victoria, Australia. In his position, he drives the overall international operations for the Institute. His passion in international education is to integrate Internationalization and Localization, aiming to contribute to the social and economic development of the local communities through quality transnational education. Over the last 20 years, John has held senior executive positions within both TAFE and University sectors in Australia. He is a well-known leader with significant achievements in transnational education management and international student marketing and recruitment. His specializations include establishing strategic partnerships, international marketing, and providing expert advice in international policy and international relationships.
Mr. Hussam M. Ammar - Vice Chairman, International Integrated Educational Services (IIES)
Member Board of Trustees
Mr. Hussam Ammar serves as Chief Executive Officer of The Investment Dar Company, Wethaq Takaful Insurance Company, and International Integrated Educational Services Co. (IIES). A seasoned executive with over three decades of experience, Mr. Ammar holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (1990) and has completed the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) program through Baker Tilly, Kuwait. His leadership is reflected in his active roles as a board director in more than eight companies across Kuwait and the wider region. Mr. Ammar is widely recognized for his strategic insight, financial expertise, and governance leadership across the fields of investment, insurance, and education.