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Dr. Basel AL-Jabari

Personal Info

  • Country of residence: Palestine
  • Gender: Male
  • Born in: 1977
  • Age: 45
  • Curriculum vitae :

Information

Qualifications

  • Over 15 years of experience in Management and Development with progressively higherlevels of responsibility.
  • Highly motivated professional capable of working well in a variety of environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal, management, planning, development, analysis, and consultingskills.

 

Educational Experience

  • Doctorate of Business Administration. Lawrence Technological University (AACSB), 21000 W 10 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075
  • Six Sigma Certification “Black Belt”, Lawrence Tech University, Michigan, 08/2013.
  • Six Sigma Certification “Green Belt”, Lawrence Tech University, Michigan, 01/2013.
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA). Major: International Business University of La Verne, California, 2011
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA). Major: Supply Chain Management. University of La Verne, California, 2011
  • Bachelors of Business Administration (B.A) Major: Finance and Banking Management, Amman National University, Jordan, Amman, 2000.


Professional Experience

Executive Director of International Development(03/2016 to Present)

International American Business Training & Testing (IABTT)

I currently serve as the executive director of IABTT for international operations and am a member of the company’s board of directors. I am responsible for the company’s international strategy and corporate operations outside the U.S., overseeing 6 regional offices in key global markets.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Developing IABTT’s growth and productivity initiatives
  • Forming new business and industrial partnerships
  • Overseeing international affairs
  • Enhancing IABTT local presence
  • Providing global functional support


Contracted via IABTT

VP of Middle Eastern Development & Director of International Admission (2017)

Cleary University, Howell, MI.

I served as a VP of Professional Development courses and consultation for overseas, where I advise on student exchange, professional development courses, enrollment policies, and ensure all administrative procedures are adhered to within the MENA region. This project was established via IABTT, who has six regional offices within the MENA region; my duties include:

  • Arrange and conduct meetings on behalf of Cleary University with the Ministry of Education in the Mena region.
  • Represent Cleary University to companies who are looking to train their staff for advanced education, or professional development courses, as well as universities who need to enroll or send their staff for training.
  • Counsel international students throughout the inquiry, application and admission process, following up on inquiries and encouraging the completion of applications and enrollment from qualified students.
  • Implement recruitment strategies as outlined in the enrollment plan in the assigned territory to include, but not limited to, high school visits, college fairs, area receptions, and events.
  • Experience with and sensitivity to diverse populations.


Business Development Director & Policy Advisor (09/2011 to 7/2019)

Global Educational Excellence (GEE)


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Staff Evaluation
  • Perform prospect research to evaluate corporate and foundation grants.
  • Collaborate with the finance department prior to reporting to the company director on current grant programs.
  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with the Director and the State of Michigan and the Federal Funds.
  • Direct and manage project development from start to finish.
  • Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
  • Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and administration in a timely manner.
  • Create a budget and estimate the number of participants needed to achieve project goals.
  • Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
  • Negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company and recruit additional staff as needed.
  • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
  • Identify and assist in the resolution of conflicts and concerns within the project team.
  • Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
  • Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify and solve potential problems, and devise contingency plans.
  • Develop project success criteria and circulate to interested parties throughout the project life cycle.
  • Build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to the success of the project.


Director of 21st Century Program (2013-2017)

This program supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. The program helps students meet state and local student standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math; offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs; and provides literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.”


* I add to the program parent’s classes to whom their English is the second language.

  • Manages the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program according to State and Federal requirements
  • Recruits, supervises, evaluates program staff, in accordance with program requirements
  • Schedules regular monthly management meetings; takes and prepares meeting minutes; sets priorities and meets deadlines; prepare agendas; establishes and implements program practices, forms, and procedures.
  • Uses computers to enter, prepare, and proofread drafts, labels, forms, and a variety of documents, including general correspondence, staff reports, press releases, public information items, evaluation and reporting documents; gathers data and keeps necessary records to support the administrative decision.
  • Monitors budget expenditures and budget expense records each month
  • Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, program partners, state, local agencies, city management and staff, families, and the public.

 I received the “Spirit of Detroit” reward from Detroit City Council for my achievement’s in Detroit schools and my support to the local community


Consultant Project, (2013)

MEA TV & Radio, Southfield, MI

  • Setting a model for political affairs and public administration for the Middle East and developing the administrative work system.
  • Assist Public Relations Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing public relations activities and events to promote a positive image.
  • Assist Public Relations Manager and other staff in coordinating district print, broadcast, and news media advertising campaigns.
  • Coordinate media buys and reserve advertising space with appropriate media outlets.
  • Monitor and reconcile advertising and supply budgets, maintain the database, and provide budget reports to Public Relations Manager, as requested.
  • Develop a financial system with internal controls.
  • Plan public policy with national organizations, businesses, foreign embassies, and non-government organizations.


Palestine Authority: (2002-2009)

Director of Hebron Office (2008-2009)

Ministry of Telecom and Information Technology

  • I have developed a model for public administration to manage governmental affairs, an administrative work system, and controls for the organization.
  • Issued licenses for local television and radio station applicants.
  • Supervised the Communications & Internet Service industries.
  • Monitored communication companies for compliance with government regulations.


Director of Planning and Development (2002-2008)

Hebron Governorate

  • I have developed a model for public administration to manage governmental affairs, an administrative work system, and controls for the organization.
  • Planned the external relations policy with United Nation, USA, European Union, and other countries.
  • Planned and supervised development projects in West Bank.
  • Developed projects to stimulate renovation and employment for the Palestinian people.

 

Publications

  • AL-Jabari, Basel A., The Influence of Effective Leadership on School Climate (March 26, 2014). Available at SSRN: http://ssrn.com/abstract=2541105

This research project proposes to explore school leadership preparation influence on a positive school climate. Effective school leadership offers both great opportunities and challenges for many schools. Schools have a major impact on the growth, development and positive progress of student relationships. According to Balyer (2012), successful school leaders can set the tone to influence achievement amongst students, staff, and other school-related organizations. There is evidence that shows how outside of the influences in classroom instruction, school leadership can affect student learning (Dufour & Mattos, 2013). Studies suggest that leadership is a skill that requires a specific preparation to promote school reform and new performance outcomes (Hartly & Kecskemethy, 2008).

  • AL-Jabari, Basel. Investigation of the Effects of Employee Engagement and Affective Commitment on Retention. ProQuest Publishing, 2017. 10637482. https://search.proquest.com/docview/1964910247

Attracting and retaining the best employees are major challenges to managers. Two factors for increasing employee retention are affective commitment (AC) and employee engagement (EE). This study investigated AC and EE on employee retention with 244 employees from the education, hospitality, media services, and technology industries. Results found AC and EE are positive predictors of employee retention. The effects of demographic characteristics found that an employee’s years of employment at his organization moderates the effect of AC and EE on retention. Recommendations are made to increase retention by promoting organizational citizenship, optimizing HR practices, supervisor support, and leadership style.

  • Al-Jabari, B., & Ghazzawi, I. (2019). Organizational commitment: A review of the conceptual and empirical literature and a research agenda. International Leadership Journal, 11(1), 78–119.

The article attempts to provide a grounded exploration of the current conceptual and empirical literature on the subject. Therefore, a primary objective of this research is to investigate theoretical and empirical perspectives that seek to explain organizational commitment, with particular attention paid to the foundational research on the factors and dimensions that affect employee retention. In addition to enriching the literature regarding commitment to one’s organization, this article provides a roadmap to guide the future research efforts of scholars and practicing managers with a suggested research agenda.

  • In a process to publish a case study in International Trade: LIQUID GOLD (LG)


Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Training, Speaker, and Conferences:

  • 01/2013, Participation in Planning & Development, MDE, Office of Education Improvement & Innovation
  • 05/2013, Participation in “understand the Title 1 application process”, Office of Education Improvement & Innovation
  • Grant Informational Session Training: Discuss Charter School Program Grant and application process. The meeting held Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at Wayne RESA Annex Auditorium, 5454 Venoy Rd, Wayne, MI 48184
  • Discuss Rural Charter Schools by Identify the characteristics of rural charter schools and the challenges and opportunities they face. Utilize the grant application as a guide for the development of a charter school, and Cite resources to assist in charter school development. January 02, 2012.
  • Discuss Charter Authorizer Agencies. Articulate the various types of chartering agencies in Michigan; Describe the MDE expectations for authorizers; and Identify available resources. December 12, 2012, MDE.
  • Discuss the Assessment and Evaluation section of the Planning Grant Application. By cite examples of concepts, data, and text, and navigate to web resources that can help as they prepare their narrative responses.
  • Technology Training: Using the Latest Tools and Technologies – Predictive Analytics, Semantics, Cloud, Metadata, Smart Board Training, education Softwares like NWA, ILTS, and Atlas programs. Performance Metrics – What to Measure and How.

 

Professional Summary

  • With a focus on educational management, human resources, and governmental affairs, I have worked across continents to help organizations streamline their business practices, increase fiscal efficiency, and expand programming and operations allowing them to see market growth and increasing success.
  • I have been personally responsible for overseeing Michigan based educational company’s growth to over 14 schools domestically and abroad, as I developed their first Business Manager Manual for schools, academies, and the organizational structure. I minimized their expenses by 28% introducing efficient models like moving the schools to energy-saving technologies.
  • Furthermore, I developed a policy for overseas American schools, including curricula, hiring, professional development, and government relations.
  • I have additionally developed a model for public administration to manage governmental affairs for the governorate of Hebron, which includes human resources management policy, finance department policy, and public relations. Also, I developed the E-government system which uses electronic communications devices, computers, and the Internet to provide public services to citizens and other persons in a region. I planned the external relations policy with United Nations, European Union, and other countries, improving sustainable development by creating several projects & initiatives by bringing the public and private sectors together, achieving community partnerships to deepen the sense of patriotism and consolidation of national unity.
  • I received a doctorates degree in business administration from Lawrence Technological University (AACSB) at Michigan, and hold a Master's degree in supply chain management and international business from La Verne University in California. I hold a BA in finance and banking management, along with many technical certifications in quality management such as 6 sigma green belt and black belt. I was also the recipient of the “Spirit of Detroit” reward from Detroit’s City Council for my achievements in Detroit schools and my support of the local community.


Specialties

Management Consulting, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, Team Building, Strategy Development, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, Mentoring, and investment consultant.


Executive Board Member

International American Business Training & Testing (IABTT)

IABTT is a global education management, technology, and policy consulting firm headquartered in Michigan, U.S.A. Through professional skills training and development, IABTT is leading the way in providing the workforce and communication skills required to support successful regional economies and educational development. IABTT works with individuals eager to expand their opportunities, and with local businesses and public agencies within the MENA region to improve management skills, international communications, and provide basic and specialized business skills to youth and others seeking to transition into the job market.

* For more information regarding IABTT please visit: https://iabtt.com/


Executive Board Member

INR consulting

INR Consulting, LLC is a business consulting firm formed to help new and existing businesses set-up and establish sensible business structures and practices from business plans and operating agreements to developing and working with a companies professional team of accountants, attorneys, and consultants to ensure the goals of the company's business practices are aligned with its day to day operations and marketing strategies. INR Consulting, LLC specializes in copyright and trademark issues, along with media and technology businesses.

* For more information regarding INR please visit: http://inrconsulting.biz/


Board Advisory Member

BitDepth Media

  • BitDEPTH Media provides professional CTO services and software development to businesses and entrepreneurs. Operating the technology part of the necessary, we assist companies in
  • achieving their technical goals without the need to build an in-house department. Or, for businesses that are ready to build, expand, or revamp their current development team, we help formulate processes and solutions for developing and managing their tech needs.

 

* For more information please visit: https://bitdepthmedia.com/blockchain/


Board Advisory Member

MEA TV & Radio

  • MEA TV (Middle Eastern American TV) was established in 1991 with a mission to build bridges of understanding between the Arab American community living and working in the United States and the community at large. MEA TV features several diverse shows to cater to our mission including social and political talk shows, sports, interfaith, medical, entertainment, and culture segments, and live interactive shows that give our audience a chance to engage in the discussion of the various programs. MEA provides coverage to political, community and cultural events to highlight the success and accomplishments of Arab Americans in the United States.
  • MEA mission is to build social, cultural, business, educational, and political bridges between the Middle Eastern American community and the community at large.
  • MEA’s mission is achieved by highlighting the success stories of Arab Americans, tackling their concerns, and shedding light on the challenges they face, locally, nationally, and internationally.
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Achievements and Awards

With a focus on educational management, human resources, and governmental affairs, I have worked across continents to help organizations streamline their business practices, increase fiscal efficiency, and expand programming and operations allowing them to see market growth and increasing success.

I have been personally responsible for overseeing Michigan based educational company’s growth to over 14 schools domestically and abroad, as I developed their first Business Manager Manual for schools, academies, and the organizational structure. I minimized their expenses by 28% introducing efficient models like moving the schools to energy-saving technologies.

Furthermore, I developed a policy for overseas American schools, including curricula, hiring, professional development, and government relations.

I have additionally developed a model for public administration to manage governmental affairs for the governorate of Hebron, which includes human resources management policy, finance department policy, and public relations. Also, I developed the E-government system which uses electronic communications devices, computers, and the Internet to provide public services to citizens and other persons in a region. I planned the external relations policy with United Nations, European Union, and other countries, improving sustainable development by creating several projects & initiatives by bringing the public and private sectors together, achieving community partnerships to deepen the sense of patriotism and consolidation of national unity.

I received a doctorates degree in business administration from Lawrence Technological University (AACSB) at Michigan, and hold a Master's degree in supply chain management and international business from La Verne University in California. I hold a BA in finance and banking management, along with many technical certifications in quality management such as 6 sigma green belt and black belt. I was also the recipient of the “Spirit of Detroit” reward from Detroit’s City Council for my achievements in Detroit schools and my support of the local community.

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