Faculty/Trainer

Mr A B M Yusuf Ali Khan is a distinguished human resource professional and leadership development specialist, with over two decades of extensive experience in strategic HRM, talent cultivation, and organisational transformation across both national and international contexts. With an academic foundation rooted in a Master of Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka, Mr Khan has held senior executive roles within globally recognised institutions, including Novartis, Organon, and Doreen Group. His professional trajectory reflects a sustained commitment to excellence in people management, corporate training, and capacity building.

Mr Khan's unique expertise lies in the design and delivery of transformative training programmes that integrate behavioural science with strategic business outcomes. As an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified leadership coach and a licensed HBDI® (Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument) practitioner, he offers a refined, evidence-based approach to leadership development. His areas of specialisation encompass Leadership and Team Building, Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Resolution, Strategic HR Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, and Change Management — all vital competencies in contemporary organisational leadership.

Through his collaboration with Moorland Education Group, Mr Khan leads a suite of high-impact training programmes tailored to empower professionals across diverse sectors. His pedagogical style is immersive and practitioner-focused, drawing upon real-world scenarios to enhance learner engagement and skill acquisition. His training portfolio includes successful delivery across global settings, having facilitated leadership development programmes in the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia.

Mr Khan’s contribution to the field is underscored by a range of notable accolades and appointments. Among these are the Diversity & Inclusion Award conferred by Sandoz in 2008 and his appointment to the Jury Board of Bangladesh’s Second Labour Court. His strategic leadership at Novartis Bangladesh led to the successful implementation of employee engagement initiatives, which resulted in a measurable improvement in workforce retention and organisational climate.

A frequent keynote speaker and corporate mentor, Mr Khan advocates for a leadership ethos grounded in empathy, critical reflection, and cultural intelligence. His training is especially relevant for professionals seeking to navigate complexity, lead diverse teams, and foster resilience within their organisations.

Prospective trainees can expect an intellectually stimulating and practically enriching learning experience under Mr Khan’s guidance — one that not only builds technical and interpersonal competencies but also inspires a transformative mindset aligned with the challenges of modern leadership. everyone. We strive to provide affordable and high-quality educational services that empower students to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Faculty Member – Financial Planning & Wealth Management

Ashraful Alam is an accomplished Wealth Manager and Financial Planner with a distinguished track record of advising High-Net-Worth (HNW) and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) individuals across a diverse client base, including C-suite executives, investment bankers, entrepreneurs, non-domiciled residents, and family-owned businesses.

Currently based at Quilter’s London office, Ashraful operates at the intersection of strategic wealth planning and holistic client service. He serves as a trusted adviser, expertly collaborating with solicitors, tax specialists, and other professional stakeholders to deliver comprehensive and effective financial solutions tailored to complex client needs.

His areas of expertise include:

• Asset Preservation & Inheritance Tax Planning
   
• Business Exit Strategies & Profit Extraction
   
• Responsible Investing & Philanthropic Planning
   
• Family Office Services and Wealth Structuring
   

Ashraful brings a highly pragmatic and client-focused approach to teaching, informed by real-world experience and a deep understanding of the financial services landscape. As part of the Moorland Education Group faculty, he delivers insightful sessions on wealth management, financial planning, and investment strategy, empowering learners to navigate the evolving financial advisory sector with confidence and integrity.

Ashraful is also deeply passionate about mentorship and takes a proactive role in guiding the next generation of financial professionals. Outside his professional commitments, he enjoys sport, travel, and engaging in community development through youth mentoring initiatives.

Key Skills & Specialisms:
Financial Planning | Wealth Management | Investment Strategy | Inheritance Tax | HNW/UHNW Client Advisory | Risk Management | Family Business Advisory

Position:
Executive Leadership Coach & Programme Director
Moorland Education, London

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Professional Leadership & Organisational Change – Middlesex University
   
• MSc in Organisational Psychology – University College London (UCL)
   
• BA (Hons) in Business Management – University of Exeter
   
• Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD)
   
• Certified Professional Coach (ICF – PCC Level)
   
• Licensed Practitioner – Blanchard’s Situational Leadership® II
   

Professional Experience:
Dr. Sophia Bennett is a globally recognised leadership expert with over 20 years of experience in transforming leaders, teams, and organisations across sectors. She has coached and trained executives from:

• FTSE 100 companies including BP, HSBC, and Rolls-Royce
   
• International NGOs and UN-affiliated bodies
   
• High-growth startups and scale-ups in tech and health innovation
   
• Public sector institutions including NHS Trusts and Local Government units
   

Her leadership approach blends psychology, business strategy, and communication science, enabling clients to inspire, influence, and lead with confidence in complex, fast-changing environments.

Academic & Training Achievements:

• Visiting Faculty at London Business School and INSEAD (Leadership & Influence)
• Lead facilitator of over 100 executive workshops across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
• Designer of award-winning Leadership Transformation Programmes for mid-level to C-suite executives 

Trainer Strengths:
✔ Exceptional ability to connect with leaders at all levels and draw out authentic leadership potential
✔ Expert in emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and high-impact communication
✔ Skilled at creating safe yet challenging learning environments for personal and professional growth
✔ Renowned for delivering transformational coaching sessions, not just training.

Position:
Lead Faculty – Artificial Intelligence & Financial Technologies
Moorland Education, London

Qualifications:

• PhD in Artificial Intelligence and Financial Analytics – University of Cambridge
   
• MSc in Data Science – Imperial College London
   
• BSc in Computer Science with Finance – London School of Economics (LSE)
   
• Certified Financial Analyst (CFA – Level III)
   

Professional Experience:
Dr. Arjun Malhotra brings over 18 years of global experience at the crossroads of artificial intelligence, banking, and financial regulation. Before joining Moorland Education, he held senior roles at:

• HSBC Global Technology, as Head of AI & Automation Strategy
   
• Barclays, as VP of Advanced Analytics & Risk Modelling
   
• Accenture UK, as Principal Consultant (AI in Financial Services)
   
• Guest AI Policy Advisor to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
   

He has led AI implementation projects across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, focusing on credit scoring models, anti-money laundering systems, fraud detection algorithms, and customer experience automation.

Academic & Training Achievements:

• Visiting Professor at London Business School (FinTech & Machine Learning modules)
  
• Published in The Journal of Financial Data Science, AI & Society, and Harvard Business Review Digital
   
• Delivered over 250 corporate training sessions to banking executives in 20+ countries
   

Trainer Strengths:
✔ Blends academic rigor with real-world case studies from top-tier banks
✔ Hands-on coding sessions in Python, tailored for financial datasets
✔ Deep understanding of regulatory compliance (FCA, GDPR, Basel III)
✔ Passionate about ethical AI and inclusive technology in finance
✔ Known for engaging delivery, participant interaction, and project-based learning

Position:
Lead Supply Chain Strategist & Senior Trainer
Moorland Education, London

Qualifications:

• MBA in Global Supply Chain Management – University of Manchester
• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (FCIPS)
   
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
   
• Diploma in Risk Management – Institute of Risk Management (IRM, UK)
   

Professional Experience:
Ms. Amelia Grant brings over 20 years of hands-on, strategic experience in supply chain optimisation, logistics, and operational risk management. She has led global transformation projects across:

• Unilever (UK & Europe) – Director of Global Supply Chain Strategy
   
• Siemens Mobility – Head of Lean Operations & Demand Planning
   
• PwC Consulting – Senior Advisor, Risk-Resilient Supply Chain Solutions
   
• Advisor to World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI) assessment teams
   

She has worked extensively across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, helping Fortune 500 companies and public-sector entities to build agile, efficient, and future-proof supply chain systems.

Academic & Training Achievements:

• Guest Lecturer at Cranfield School of Management and Rotterdam School of Management
   
• Designed and delivered executive workshops for Shell, IKEA, DP World, and Marks & Spencer
   
• Consultant to several ISO 28000 supply chain security compliance projects
   

Trainer Strengths:
✔ Deep industry experience coupled with strategic academic insight
✔ Master facilitator of Lean, Agile, Kaizen, and SCADA integration
✔ Skilled at delivering practical tools with instant real-world application
✔ Proven record of helping professionals reduce cost, increase resilience, and streamline operations
✔ Known for a dynamic, interactive, and empowering teaching style

Position:
Programme Director – Strategic Marketing & Innovation
Moorland Education, London & Cornwall

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) – Henley Business School
   
• MSc in Strategic Marketing – Cranfield University
   
• BA (Hons) in Business & Media – University of Leeds
   
• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM)
   
• Certified Brand & Digital Strategist – Chartered Institute of Digital Marketing (CIDM)
   

Professional Experience:
Prof. Daniel Whitmore is a globally respected expert in strategic marketing, consumer behaviour, and brand transformation. Over the past 25 years, he has advised and trained executives across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia for leading organisations, including:

• Unilever, as Global Marketing Transformation Consultant
   
• British Airways, Lead Strategist for Brand Positioning & Customer Retention
   
• McKinsey & Company, Senior Marketing Advisor (Contractual)
   
• BBC Worldwide, Strategic Consultant – Digital Media & Global Expansion
   

He has also been instrumental in helping start-ups and SMEs pivot through digital disruption, design award-winning integrated campaigns, and build long-term value propositions that consistently deliver measurable ROI.

Academic & Training Achievements:

• Former Head of Marketing Faculty at Warwick Business School
   
• Visiting Professor at INSEAD and IE Business School
   
• Lead author of "Strategic Marketing Beyond the Metrics: A Leadership Guide"
   
• Designed and delivered over 350 international executive training programmes, including custom sessions for OECD, Coca-Cola, and Emirates Group
   
• Guest speaker at CIM Leadership Conferences, Google Brand Academy, and Financial Times Live
   

Trainer Strengths:
✔ Combines cutting-edge marketing theory with real-world commercial impact
✔ Deep insight into data-led strategies, consumer psychology, and innovation trends
✔ Known for turning complex concepts into actionable strategies
✔ Highly engaging, with a workshop style that encourages interaction, critical thinking, and real-world application
✔ Offers post-course mentoring for up to six months to ensure successful implementation