Board of Deans - CIKDP

Meet Our Global Board of Deans & Country Directors

Prof. Radhak Rishnan

PROF. RADHAK RISHNAN

President, Co-founder

Prof. Radhak Rishnan has over 25 years of experience as CFO and Finance Director in multinational corporations like Coca-Cola and Fonterra. His expertise spans Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. A renowned strategist and productivity advocate, he drives research and global training at CIKDP to foster efficiency and economic growth.

Gabriel Mosaku

GABRIEL MOSAKU

Managing Director, Partnerships & Global Development, Co-Founder

Gabriel Mosaku is a global leader with 18+ years in strategic partnerships, international relations, and cross-sector collaborations. He oversees CIKDP operations in over 45 countries and is instrumental in funding mobilization, global advocacy, and shaping the institute's impact on productivity and innovation.

Dr. Bella Gulshan

DR. BELLA GULSHAN

Middle East Regional Director

Dr. Gulshan is a multilingual academic with a Ph.D. in Business Administration. She leads educational innovation, leadership development, and corporate training in the Middle East. Her specialties include strategic management, non-profit sustainability, and education program design.

Brehanu Misganaw

BREHANU MISGANAW

Director of Programs and Planning

With 17+ years in Finance and Insurance, Brehanu leads CIKDP’s planning, strategy, and impact-driven programs. Based in Canada, his skills in financial analysis and policy design ensure global best practices are embedded in productivity and development projects.

Mohammed Zaki

MOHAMMED ZAKI

Middle East Regional Director

A veteran of the oil and gas industry, Mohammed Zaki provides regional leadership for CIKDP in the Middle East. He specializes in innovation and development strategies tailored for economic transformation and productivity growth in the region.

Dr. Osward Rudahigwa

DR. OSWARD RUDAHIGWA

Country Director, Rwanda

Dr. Rudahigwa is a dynamic leader in development management with expertise in team coordination and policy execution. He leads knowledge and productivity programs in Rwanda, emphasizing regional transformation and innovation through education and research.

Cecelia Pati

CECILIA PATI

Secretary

Cecelia Pati has broad experience in global coordination and institutional governance. As Secretary of CIKDP, she ensures smooth operational synergy between departments and supports the execution of global strategies and capacity-building programs.