Kashif A.

Skills

Academic Innovation & Program Strategy
 Pioneered curriculum innovation and workforce-aligned program development for IT, Business, Nursing, and Healthcare
colleges, driving enrollment growth and career readiness.
 Led 120+ universities for 500+ scalable online program conversions, expanding access for regional populations (100-mile
radius) while retaining 95% of local staff through upskilling/reskilling initiatives.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
 Directed cross-functional teams of 150+ (curriculum specialists, instructional designers, faculty) to deliver high-quality
academic products on time and within budget.
 Championed faculty development through mentoring, change management, and training in instructional design principles,
adult learning theory, and predictive analytics.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Partnerships
 Cultivated trust-based partnerships with faculty, councils, and marketing teams to amplify program visibility, student
recruitment, and retention outcomes.
 Advised university leadership on strategic curriculum design, assessment frameworks, and accreditation pathways to align
with institutional mission and market demands.
Technology & Operational Excellence
 Launched acquired software, streamlining curriculum mapping and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.
 Managed $1.5M+ academic product portfolios, balancing innovation, scalability, and ROI while maintaining rigorous
academic quality.
Thought Leadership & Advocacy
 Delivered 50+ presentations at national and international conferences on educational innovation, ethical leadership,
predictive analytics, and future-ready curriculum design tailored for multi-delivery modalities.
 Appointed to higher education, business (AACSB), STEM, and healthcare boards to advance AI-driven educational models
and equity-centered instructional design; driving adoption of innovative practices.
Data-Informed Decision-Making
 Leveraged predictive analytics to identify high-demand programs, resulting in a 30% increase in enrollment for targeted
degrees.
 Designed metrics-driven assessment frameworks to evaluate program efficacy, faculty performance, and student success.
Accreditation & Compliance Leadership
 Orchestrated SACSCOC and THECB accreditation/approval processes, including Substantive Change Prospectuses, ensuring
100% compliance with federal/state regulations and institutional accountability.
 Secured accreditation approvals (NECHE, HLC, SACSCOC, CAEP, CACREP, AACSB, CCNE, ABET, ACE, DEAC etc.) through
strategic oversight of continuous quality improvement, monitoring, and policy alignment.

About

Highly accomplished and visionary academic innovation leader with over two decades of experience driving transformative
educational strategies, program development, and accreditation excellence. Recognized for pioneering market-driven curricula and
workforce-aligned programs that elevate institutional reputation, student success, and scalability. Adept at synthesizing cross
functional collaboration, predictive analytics, and data-informed decision-making to create cutting-edge learning environments. A
servant leader and academic innovator who fosters trust-based partnerships with stakeholders and university teams, aligning
academic goals with ethical practices and community needs through collaborative engagement. By empowering diverse voices,
prioritizing inclusive dialogue, and leveraging business acumen, Kashif cultivates shared visions that elevate institutional impact and
student success.