Meet the Team

The Security and Sustainability Guide
Michael Marien

Michael Marien

Senior Principal (LaFayette NY)

Holds a Ph.D. in National Planning (Maxwell School at Syracuse University).
He is a fellow of the WAAS and the  publisher of Cadmus and Eruditio. He also founded and edited Future Survey, a monthly publication of the World Future Society (1979-2008).

David Harries

David Harries

Principal (Kingston, Ont.)

Holds a Ph.D. in nuclear engineering (University of London).
He is a fellow of WAAS and a recent Chair of Canadian Pugwash. He also served in the Canadian military for several decades.

Michael Sales

Michael Sales

Principal (Newburyport MA)

Holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Theory and Intervention Practice (Harvard University).
He is a co-founder of Art of the Future consultants for uncertain times and a co-creator of the Structural Dynamics Strategic Leadership Development Process.

 

Friedrich Hirler

Friedrich Hirler

Managing Editor (Leipzig, Germany)

Holds an MA in international relations and peace and conflict research. He is deeply interested in world futures, global issues, and interdisciplinary analysis. He has traveled through over 50 countries by thumb.

Iman Bint Abdul Wajid

Iman Bint Abdul Wajid

Research Associate and Editor (Lahore, Pakistan)

Holds a BSc in Politics and International Relations (University of London). She aims to extend her knowledge of the international system and has a deep interest in the intersection of politics and economics.

Lorenzo E. Rodríguez V.

Lorenzo E. Rodríguez V.

Research Associate and Editor (Venezuela/Turkey)

Holds a degree in political science (University of Carabobo). As of Fall 2021, he is studying for a Master’s Degree in Peace and Conflict Studies (University of Ankara).

Cyrine Azaiez

Cyrine Azaiez

Social Media Manager and Staff Writer (Tunisia)

A former English teacher turned full-time freelancer to discover and unlock her full potential. She is interested in the SDG’s and the UN-system in general and aims to extend her knowledge of the international political landscape.

Marta Nescovic

Marta Nescovic

Research Associate and Writer (Belgrade, Serbia)

Holds a PhD in Anthropology (University of Belgrade). She is a Researcher at the Institute for Political Studies in Belgrade, and a WAAS Junior Fellow.

Amrinder Singh

Amrinder Singh

Web Developer and Designer (India)

Holds a  Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and Engineering and a Masters in WordPress development with over 8 years of development experience.

 

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Prof. Thomas Reuters

Prof. Thomas Reuters

Advisor (Germany)

He is Board and Executive member of the World Academy of Arts and Science (WAAS) and Professorial Fellow at the Asia Institute of the University of Melbourne.

He has supported us with insights, ideas, and good advice especially on our ongoing search for funding.

 

Garry Jacobs

Garry Jacobs

Advisor (US/India)

He is the President and CEO of the WAAS ; a Chairman of the Board & CEO of World University Consortium; and a Managing Editor of the Cadmus Journal.

He has helped to secure ongoing WAAS support for the SSG.

 

Dama Awadallah

Dama Awadallah

Graphic Designer (A modern day Nomad from LA)

A medical doctor turned world-traveling artist and craftswoman.

She has supported us with graphic design.