Latest eNGAGEMENTS
Academic Collaboration with Porto Business School: Met Dean Jose Esteves to initiate a dual doctorate research framework, enabling scholars to engage in joint supervision and cross-border academic exchange between India and Europe.
Applied AI & Executive Education Initiatives in the GCC: Expanded institutional presence across the Gulf region through ongoing collaborations with DEWA, Saudia Cargo, and QatarEnergy. Engagements have centered on Woxsen’s AI research platforms, behavioral data insights, and high-impact executive education programs.
Panel Chair at EFMD Global Annual Conference, Munich: Chaired a discussion alongside Prof. Roberta Fida and Hannes Zacher on the theme “Leading and Caring for Yourself,” exploring the intersection of ICT, trust, respect, work-life integration, and policy-making in leadership contexts.
MOU with IndianOil Adani Ventures: Led the formation of a high-impact partnership focused on executive education, joint research, and industry-integrated projects. The collaboration launched with an AI-driven Executive Education session for leadership at IAVL.
Visit to University of Hamburg Business School: Explored new avenues for collaboration in research and student mobility. Delivered a masterclass to Master’s students in the Digital Business stream, highlighting industry-sponsored projects and applied research initiatives. Met with Wolfgang Drobetz and Elena Sheynfeld during the visit.
Session & Collaboration Dialogue at Hochschule Osnabrück: Conducted a session on cognitive technology research and explored potential academic collaborations with faculty at Hochschule Osnabrück, Germany.
Leadership Visit to ESCA Ecole de Management, Morocco: Met with Dr. Thami Ghorfi to discuss AACSB-aligned academic strategies and potential program alignment.
Keynote Hosting at Big Data & AI World, Madrid: Represented Woxsen University at the Madrid Tech Show, delivering a keynote and facilitating strategic partnerships centered on AI-driven education.
Executive Fellow Induction at Woxsen University: Welcomed former Indian national team captain and Arjuna Awardee Subrata Paul as Executive Fellow on campus, marking a key intersection of sports leadership and academia.
MOU with University of Ljubljana School of Economics & Business: Formalized collaborative ties with one of Slovenia’s premier institutions to boost cross-border academic engagement and innovation.
International Conference Speaker at Association of African Business Schools, Rabat: Shared insights on global education standards and innovation in business education during a high-level event at ESSEC.
Community Engagement at Nebrija Business & Technology School, Madrid: Participated in academic exchange and initiated collaborative discussions with faculty and students.
Digital Transformation Roundtables in Saudi Arabia & UAE: Led Woxsen’s academic delegation in strategic dialogues focused on AI, IoT, and blockchain as part of regional Vision 2030 goals.
Panel Speaker at Public Sector Cloud & AI Summit, Edinburgh: Contributed to critical discussions on government-led digital transformation and AI adoption in public infrastructure.
Industry Partnership Expansion in Central Asia: Established strategic collaborations with Saudia Cargo, DHL, and Uzbekistan Airports to jointly explore aviation-centric tech solutions in AI and IoT.
Academic MOU Signing with University of Science & Technology, Fujairah: Secured a government-backed partnership to promote academic research and innovation in the UAE region.
Workshop on Machiavelli & Cognitive Thought: Conducted a session for early-career researchers at Woxsen University on the intersection of political philosophy and modern cognition.
Guest Lecture at Católica Porto Business School: Delivered a focused lecture on AI and behavioral science applications in management for graduate students.
Panel Appearance at Web Summit, Lisbon: Engaged with global tech leaders and academics at Europe’s leading tech conference, contributing thoughts on emerging innovations.
Executive Session Leadership at Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA): Delivered a tailored session for executive leaders on AI-informed strategy and leadership transformation.
MOU Signing with Singapore Management University: Strengthened global alliances by initiating institutional collaborations with one of Asia’s top-ranked universities.
Conference Participation at CEEMAN Annual Conference, MCI Innsbruck: Represented Woxsen University in discussions around management education innovation and AI in business learning.
Industry Partnership Expansion in Central Asia: Collaborated with Luis Angel Osorio, Ph.D., to establish MOUs and partnerships with Saudia Cargo, DHL, and Uzbekistan Airports.
Academic Immersion at Universidad Nebrija, Madrid: Engaged with institutional leaders to explore new avenues for collaborative research and faculty exchange.
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"Dr. Rodriguez's strategic AI framework completely transformed how we approach digital transformation. His insights on managing 200+ AI models across our manufacturing operations were game-changing."
– Chief Technology Officer, Fortune 500 Automotive Manufacturer"Dr. Rodriguez brings a rare combination of academic rigor and practical industry experience. His research on cognitive manufacturing systems is pioneering work that's reshaping our curriculum."
– Professor of Industrial Engineering, MIT"Dr. Rodriguez's approach to human-AI collaboration in manufacturing is revolutionary. Our productivity increased by 34% within six months of implementing his frameworks."
– Chief Operating Officer, Top 5 Indian Pharmaceutical Company"Dr. Rodriguez's executive education approach sets the gold standard. His programs consistently produce measurable business impact."
– Professor of Strategy, INSEAD"Exceptional depth in both theory and practical application. The ROI measurement frameworks for AI investments have already saved us $12M in the first quarter."
– Chief Financial Officer, Global Mining Conglomerate"Dr. Rodriguez showed us how AI could accelerate our net-zero goals by a full decade. The carbon optimization algorithms are already showing results."
– Chief Sustainability Officer, Global Steel Manufacturer"His work on cognitive manufacturing ecosystems is decades ahead of current practice. We're honored to collaborate on this research."
– Professor of Artificial Intelligence, University of Toronto"His tiered training approach – from shop floor to boardroom – is exactly what Industry 4.0 transformation requires. Everyone in our organization benefited."
– Chief Human Resources Officer, Fortune 100 Technology Company"Working with Dr. Rodriguez and Woxsen University brought world-class academic rigor to our practical business challenges."
– Group CEO, Diversified Indian Business House"Dr. Rodriguez doesn't just teach current best practices – he helps you invent tomorrow's solutions. Three patent applications from our collaboration."
– Chief Technology Officer, Advanced Materials Company"His psychological approach to AI integration is groundbreaking. Dr. Rodriguez helped us understand that successful AI deployment is 20% technology and 80% human psychology. Our change management success rate improved from 34% to 91% using his behavioral frameworks."
– Professor of Organizational Psychology, NYU"Dr. Rodriguez's understanding of cognitive psychology in AI environments is exceptional. His human-AI collaboration framework reduced our workforce anxiety by 78% while increasing AI adoption rates by 89%. He doesn't just implement technology – he transforms how humans think about working with AI."
– Chief Human Resources Officer, Major Technology Corporation