Akif Khan is a distinguished leader in international higher education with over 20 years of experience in global student recruitment, transnational education (TNE) and international business development. He has built a strong reputation for driving strategic growth, expanding international markets, and forging high-impact sustainable partnerships that strengthen institutional presence and global engagement. Throughout his career, Akif has played a pivotal role in advancing internationalisation strategies for universities by leveraging deep market intelligence, strategic foresight and a collaborative approach to cross-border partnerships. His work has been instrumental in developing sustainable recruitment ecosystems, enabling innovative transnational education initiatives and connecting institutions. Widely respected for his ability to bridge universities, agents, and key stakeholders, Akif consistently champions initiatives that create meaningful opportunities for students while enhancing institutional competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global education landscape. Akif is a strong advocate for the transformative power of international education. He believes that global learning experiences are essential in equipping students with the skills, agility, and global perspective needed to lead with impact and navigate the complexities of an interconnected world. He is particularly passionate about ensuring international education strengthens graduate employability, innovation and the development of a future-ready global workforce.

Tariq Malik is an international education professional with over two decades of experience in global student recruitment, TNE partnerships and international market development. Having worked with leading organisations including the British Council and currently with INTO University Partnerships, he brings extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the Pakistan market. Tariq works closely with universities and recruitmentpartners to strengthen responsible recruitment practices, build trusted agent networks and support sustainable internationalisation strategies.