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Professionals Team
DR. BRUCE MABLEY
ChairmanDr. Bruce Mabley is a former Canadian diplomat, now retired. He is now the Principal Researcher for the Mackenzie-Papineau Group, a group of international affairs experts (diplomats, journalists, academics and others). He has published recently in The Globe and Mail, Globe Post, Eurasia Revue, Le Droit, Le Soleil, the Montreal Gazette, Australian Outlook and other publications. Maclean Magazine featured an article on his work in Turkey and Syria in early July 2016.
Ashraf Abuissa
Board MemberAshraf Abu-Issa is a Qatari businessman and the Chairman of Abuissa Holding. He was awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year for 2011. He serves on the Board as Endowment Manager of PCRF,a children's relief organization, and is the co-founder of INJAZ Qatar, a non-profit organization aimed at inspiring youth to succeed in the global economy.
Mohammed Bin Fahad Al Emadi
Board MemberMohammed Bin Fahad Al Emadi Chief Operating Officer C.O.O And a member at Mohammed Abdulrahim Al Emadi Holding Group (MAE Holding Group) Mohammed Bin Fahad Al -Emadi serves as the Chief Operating Officer of one of Qatar’s leading manufacturers, furnishing and Invesmet sector. He is also a member of the Mohammed Abdulrahim Al Emadi Holding Group, a prestigious business group with over 100 years of legacy in Qatar’s industrial and commercial sectors. Through his dual role, Mr. Al Emadi combines operational leadership with strategic vision, driving forward the group's contribution to national industry and economic growth.
ROBERT COLLETTE
Board MemberH.E. AMBASSADOR. ROBERT COLLETTE, based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, is currently a President at RCBI, bringing experience from previous roles at Foreign Affairs &International Trade Canada, Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and Canadian Embassy. Robert Collette holds a 1969 - 1972 Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations/Commerce @ Université Laval / Laval University. With a robust skill set that includes Business Strategy, Government, Politics, Research, Analyse des politiques and more, Robert Collette contributes valuable insights to the industry. R
YASSER DHOUIB
Executive DirectorYasser M. Dhouib is a political and human rights activist. He advocates on issues of civil liberties in Canada to international human rights, and professionally consults in Canadian foreign trade in the Gulf region and facilities opportunities for Canadian businesses in progressive and growing economies. He serves as a volunteer VP of the CQFA-AACQ Canadian Qatari Friendship Association, and he is a secretary & Board Member of Canadian-Qatari Business forum (CQBF).
IBRAHIM ABDELHALIM
Treasurer & Board MemberIbrahim Abdelhalim, serving as Treasurer & Board Member, brings a wealth of experience from both the Canadian and Qatari markets to the table. His expertise spans across strategic financial planning, investment, and fostering cross-border economic partnerships. With a proven track record of successful market analysis and business growth strategies, Ibrahim plays a pivotal role in navigating the complexities of international trade, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable, profitable ventures between Canada and Qatar. His insights and financial acumen have been instrumental in the success of numerous collaborative projects and initiatives.
NOAH HENDY
Growth AdvisorMohammed Ahmed, our esteemed Growth Hack Lead & Board Member, is a multifaceted business professional with deep roots in the Qatari and Canadian markets. As a seasoned journalist, producer, and a fervent AI enthusiast, Mohammed's expertise spans across SEO, business automation, and data analysis. His leadership as the CEO of Pixature.ca showcases his commitment to leveraging technology for business growth. Mohammed's innovative strategies and data-driven approach have significantly contributed to bridging the gap between technology and traditional business practices, driving growth and efficiency in dynamic market environments.
JOEL BERMAN
Board MemberA pioneering artist with more than 30 years’ experience developing techniques in glass forming, Joel Berman helped established the lexicon of today’s architectural glass industry. The founder of Joel Berman Glass Studios Ltd. in 1980 and Berman Glass Editions Inc. in 2004, his innovative work can be seen—and seen through—in airports, public spaces, and corporate, hospitality and health care facilities around the world.
JEFFERY GRAHAM
Board MemberJeffrey Graham is Senior Vice President, Global Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance at SkyPower. Jeffrey is involved in all aspects of the company’s development, operations, financing, and merger and acquisition (M&A) pursuits, with a focus on legal and compliance activities. Jeff joined SkyPower from Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Canada’s largest national law firm, where he led financial services regulatory and technology practices of the firm. Earlier in his career, he practiced corporate law with Blake Cassels in Toronto and Hogan Lovells in Washington D.C. Over the course of his career in private practice, Jeff has acted for both SMEs and major domestic and international corporations in complex financial and commercial transactions, including transactions involving alternative energy technologies. Jeffrey holds B.Comm. (Honours Economics), BCL and LLB degrees from McGill University and LLM degrees from Cambridge and Columbia Universities. Jeffrey is a member of the Bars of Ontario and the District of Columbia. He was previously a member of the Bar of Quebec.
Mohamed Althaf Musliam Veetil
Board MemberDr. Althaf is the Director of Lulu Group International, the leading and fastest-growing chain of hypermarkets and shopping malls in Qatar. Mr. Althaf, based in Doha, holds a postgraduate degree in Law from the University of Delhi and a Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from WIPO, Geneva. His strategic leadership and dedication to ethical business align strongly with CQBF’s vision of fostering meaningful partnerships between Canada and Qatar.