Abdullah Al Bahrani

A visionary academic leader and tenured economics professor with extensive experience transforming higher education through strategic leadership, innovative programming, and community engagement. Proven success managing graduate programs, research initiatives, and outreach efforts as Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research at Northern Kentucky University. Demonstrated ability to build financially sustainable programs ($400,000 annual revenue), develop strategic partnerships, and lead transformational initiatives that advance institutional missions. Award-winning educator (Kenneth G. Elzinga Distinguished Teaching Award recipient) with a strong publication record (911 citations, h-index 15) who has successfully integrated research, teaching, and community engagement to strengthen institutional impact. A believer in the importance of marketing in higher education to build reputation and impact.