Meet Our Team
Meet the Experts Shaping the Future of Learning, Leadership and Innovation
Our team brings together internationally recognised experts in artificial intelligence, education, curriculum design, leadership development, systems engineering, and organisational transformation. Together, we help educators, professionals, and organisations develop the skills and strategies needed to thrive in an AI-enabled future
Dr Freeha Azmat
Founder | Education, AI & Policy Expert
Dr. Naima Qureshi
Global Citizenship & Education Specialist
Aalaiya Sawani
Strategy & Transformation Consultant
Amina Jameel
Artificial Intelligence & Innovation Lead
Marwa Amir
AI Product & Digital Transformation Specialist
Dr Kim Stansfield
Systems Thinking, Innovation & Future Skills Specialist
Dr. Ramón Fernando
Global Innovation & Sustainability Education Specialist
Dr Freeha Azmat
Founder | Education, AI & Policy Expert
Dr Freeha Azmat is an Associate Professor (Reader) at the University of Warwick and a recognised expert at the intersection of artificial intelligence, education, leadership, and policy. She works with educators, institutions, and organisations to build future-ready capabilities, design innovative learning experiences, and navigate the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies. Through Shape Futures, she supports individuals and organisations in developing practical skills, strategic thinking, and sustainable approaches to educational and workforce transformation.
Dr. Naima Qureshi
Global Citizenship & Education Specialist
Dr Naima Qureshi is an Assistant Professor of Education with more than 15 years of experience in teacher education, educational leadership, curriculum design, and international research collaborations. She holds a PhD from the University of Warwick and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Birmingham. Her work focuses on Global Citizenship Education, sustainability, teacher professional development, and youth empowerment. She is widely recognised for leading large-scale initiatives that strengthen socially responsible and transformative educational practices.
Key Achievements
- Led a pioneering transnational Global Citizenship Education project involving 65 teachers across Pakistan.
- Supported the development of 360 GCED lesson plans and sustainability-focused school initiatives.
- Impacted over 9,750 students through teacher capacity-building programmes.
- Led Warwick-funded projects training graduates in life skills, digital skills, and global citizenship competencies.
- Over 15 years of experience in education, leadership, and curriculum development.
Aalaiya Sawani
Strategy & Transformation Consultant
Aalaiya Sawani is a strategy and transformation professional with international experience across the UK, Pakistan, and Mauritius. A WMG Scholar and graduate of the University of Warwick, she specialises in organisational transformation, operational excellence, strategic planning, and innovation. Her work spans energy, healthcare, education, and financial services sectors, where she has supported senior leadership teams in delivering complex transformation initiatives and sustainable growth strategies.
Key Achievements
- Runner-Up at the Global Festival of Innovation at the University of Warwick.
- Led transformation initiatives in energy market reform and healthcare strategy development.
- Managed high-net-worth portfolios valued between USD 10–12 million across international markets.
- Worked directly with CEOs and senior executives on strategic change programmes.
- Certified in Lean Six Sigma and EFQM Foundation methodologies.
Amina Jameel
Artificial Intelligence & Innovation Lead
Dr Amina Jameel is a Professor and Head of the AI Systems Engineering Research Center at Bahria University’s Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence. With more than 15 years of experience in research, innovation, and higher education, she specialises in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and intelligent systems. Her work focuses on applying AI to address challenges across healthcare, education, agriculture, and assistive technologies.
Key Achievements
- Leads the AI Systems Engineering Research Center at Bahria University.
- Secured and managed multiple international research grants.
- Developed AI-driven solutions for healthcare, education, and assistive technologies.
- Supervised numerous PhD and MSc researchers in AI-related disciplines.
Published extensively in high-impact research outlets and led industry-focused AI innovation projects.
Marwa Amir
AI Product & Digital Transformation Specialist
Marwa Amir is an Agile Project Manager, Certified ScrumMaster®, and digital transformation specialist with expertise in AI product development and client success. She currently leads cross-functional teams delivering AI solutions across healthcare, technology, and operational sectors. Combining industry leadership with higher education experience, she brings a practical understanding of how organisations can leverage emerging technologies to improve performance, innovation, and customer outcomes.
Key Achievements
- Leads AI product delivery initiatives for clients across multiple industries.
- Certified ScrumMaster® with expertise in agile project management.
- Former Research Assistant at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), University of Warwick.
- Lecturer in Computing and Software Engineering across higher education institutions.
Experienced in managing client relationships, product strategy, and digital innovation programmes.
Dr Kim Stansfield
Systems Thinking, Innovation & Future Skills Specialist
Dr Kim Stansfield is an internationally recognised educator, consultant, and innovation specialist with over 35 years of experience spanning industry, higher education, and professional development. His work focuses on helping organisations and individuals develop systems thinking, innovation capability, problem-solving skills, and leadership competencies needed to succeed in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world. Through his teaching, consultancy, and research, he supports the design of future-focused learning experiences that connect education with real-world challenges and industry needs.
Having worked across aerospace, automotive, energy, and technology sectors, Dr Stansfield brings a unique ability to bridge academic knowledge and practical application. He is passionate about empowering learners, educators, and professionals to become effective innovators, strategic thinkers, and agents of transformation.
Key Achievements
- Former Associate Professor at University of Warwick, teaching systems thinking, innovation, and leadership to industry professionals and sponsored apprentices.
- Internationally recognised expert in Quality Function Deployment (QFD), systems thinking, and innovation methodologies.
- Recipient of the prestigious Akao Prize for outstanding contributions to innovation and customer-focused design.
- Founder of VoCATE Ltd, providing professional development, training, and consultancy in innovation, systems thinking, and organisational transformation
Prof. Dr. Ramón Fernando Colmenares-Quintero
Global Innovation & Sustainability Education Specialist
Prof. Dr. Ramón Fernando Colmenares-Quintero is an internationally recognised academic, researcher, and innovation leader dedicated to advancing sustainable development, future-focused education, and global collaboration. With extensive experience working across higher education, industry, and international partnerships, he supports institutions in developing innovative learning ecosystems that prepare learners to address complex social, environmental, and economic challenges. His work focuses on fostering sustainability, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary learning, helping organisations build the knowledge, skills, and partnerships needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Key Achievements
- Champion of interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship, supporting students, educators, and organisations to become agents of positive change.
- Distinguished International Associate of the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), recognised for international leadership and global impact.
- Director of Engineering Research at Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, leading initiatives that connect education, innovation, and sustainable development.
- Led international collaborations across Latin America, Europe, and the UK to strengthen research, learning, and capacity-building partnerships.
- Principal investigator on projects addressing sustainability, renewable energy, community development, and innovation-driven education.
- Published extensively on sustainability, digital transformation, innovation ecosystems, and future-focused development.