Local & International Teams

Consultants & Experts

Discover our incredibly diverse team

Where passion, creativity, and purpose come together to make your experience great

Australia’s Team

BA, MA in Strategic Marketing & Education

Domenic Antonucci– Melbourne

Domenic is a highly skilled Australian with over 35+ years’ experience across four continents in managing various ‘Resiliency’ projects for Governance, Risk, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Business Continuity and Crisis Management domains aligned to ISO 31000, 19011, 19600, 37000, CSO ERM and other global standards. A winner of the ‘Best International Risk Management Program Award 2019’ by IRM/ CIR for his risk maturity program, he is a subject-matter expert in Maturity programs and has led several Maturity assessments globally. Domenic has 14 years of ISO management system international consulting and auditing. He is a global risk thought leader – researcher and published author of two risk maturity books with Wiley & Sons and Kogan Page, and an award judge with IRM UK. His award-winning proprietary capability maturity models are based on ISO’s for: Organizational Resilience 22316/22336; Governance 37000; Risk 31000: Compliance 19600, 37001, 37301; Information Security 27001 family; BCM 22301/222317; Crisis 22361; Auditing management system 19011. Since his Strategy & Risk role at Shell Australia and being a Marsh Risk Consulting & Deloitte-trained Chief Risk Officer (CRO), he has advised over 30 industry sectors, including: Oil & Gas, Rail, Utilities, Marine, Transport, Construction, Insurance and Financial services.

M.Sc. Manufacturing Technology

Roger Moir – NSW

Roger is a management and QHSE consultant, trainer and auditor of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 standards with over 30 years experience gained in Australia, UK and USA, providing services to a wide range of industries. He is a professional coming from a process engineering background in aerospace and automotive engineering, before progressing into areas of management of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, JIT, compliance projects. He led many projects with a focus on QHSE aspects for clients in government, manufacturing and service sectors. Furthermore, he is a proficient lead auditor, and was a director / partner of a leading Australian certification body for a number of years, where he gained significant experience in QHSE management systems, continuous improvement, implementation and compliance to international standards and client requirements, risk management and the practical operation of management systems.

Bachelor in Engineering, M.Sc. Environmental Engineering, PhD in Civil Engineering

Augustine Affam– Victoria

Augustine is an ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 expert with over twenty years of experience. He is an environmental advisor and an integrated management system (IMS) Exemplar Certified Lead Auditor and consultant with advanced degrees in environmental engineering & sciences, from Universiti Teknologi Petronas and Universiti Sains in Malaysia, bringing years of end-to-end experience in environmental impact assessment, waste characterisation & valorisation, compliance & enforcement, research, resource recovery, audits, data analysis, project management, and sustainability. He is an occupational Health & Safety (OHS) multilingual leader with a multidisciplinary approach to environmental monitoring and management system as related to environmental science and engineering. Registered professional engineer able to communicate & report effectively, collaborate, motivate, and mentor staff, influence departmental culture for good, improve processes, and make important decisions.

Dual BA in Business & International Studies

Dominique Windsor– NSW

Dominique is an accomplished Australian professional with over fourteen years of experience in Quality Assurance, Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental Management, and Corporate Governance and Risk. As a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia, Dominique brings a wealth of knowledge backed by dual Bachelor degrees in Business and International Studies. Her credentials include certifications as an Internal Quality Auditor and an Integrated Management Systems Lead Auditor in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, along with specialised qualifications in Governance, Risk Management, and Workplace Health and Safety. Dominique’s expertise centres on the development and implementation of specialised management systems that streamline operations and ensure compliance with international standards. Leveraging her extensive experience across construction, primary health care, not-for-profit and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health services sectors, Dominique helps organisations identify and mitigate risks while uncovering opportunities for growth and success, and partners with boards and executives to build robust governance frameworks that drive transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making

Bachelor of Pharmacy & Post Graduate Diploma’s in Risk, Env. Engineering & Chemistry

Vlad Doguilev– NSW

A Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Australian veteran and ISO consultant with over 45 years of deep experience internationally, and a one of the few Lead Auditors in the world accredited under ANAB, DAkkS, and JAS-ANZ with leading certification bodies in High to Critical Risks fields and codes as Cyanide Code (Gold Mining); Mining & Quarrying; Oil & Gas extraction, as well as Construction; Metalworking; Surface and other chemical-based treatment; R&D, Engineering services with technical testing & laboratories; Recycling, Hazardous Waste Processing; Transport & Distribution, including sea and air freight; Chemical products and fibres; Pharmaceuticals. He worked extensively in the development and implementation, as well as management of practical improvements across many areas of QHSE management systems. He enjoys decades of experience in many areas of risk management, training, consulting, export development, gap analysis, regulatory compliance, GMP reviews, internal audits, second party audits, assessments and validations, as well as creating and improving procedures and work instructions.

BA of Business Studies

Stephen Brown– NSW

Stephen Brown, an Australian ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, has over 35 years of international experience as an IT consultant and project manager, handling multi-million dollar projects with the largest of firms. Starting his career in the Australian Navy, his areas of expertise encompass ISO consultancy, SAP implementations, software development, IT management, training, and support. He works independently with the largest international certification bodies, auditing clients across many sectors and industries in quality, environment, health and safety, and information security. Stephen received prestigious awards as best employee and in customer service and has completed his MBA coursework at Charles Stuart University in Australia. His colleagues have recognised him as an outstanding team player and leader who enjoys supporting others, leading by example, and working together to ensure a unified approach.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Food Science

Kathy Miller– WA

Kathy is a highly skilled and qualified professional with 30 years of wide-ranging experience as an industrial chemist.  She has worked in research, analytical, processing, and manufacturing disciplines, and she has career experience across food, water, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, minerals, materials, and power generation industries.  She is a skilled technical writer with meticulous attention to detail, having held various roles writing enterprise documentation, editing publications for scientific journals, and writing grant applications. Kathy has written, implemented, and administrated quality management systems for a variety of companies, including ISO9001 (quality), ISO17025 (laboratories) and ISO13485 (medical devices). She holds certificates in Management Systems Auditing, and is a qualified Work Health and Safety Incident Lead Investigator. Kathy is also a very experienced workplace trainer and mentor, holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and an endorsement as a trainer/assessor for Western Australia’s Department of Fire and Emergency Services.

Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration

Kanchan Damithendra– NSW

A Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Australian expert with proven success in ISO implementation, consultation & auditing of ISO standards in different industries for around fifteen years. He is an IRCA Certified ISO 9001 & 14001 & 45001 & 50001 Lead Auditor, and holds the Australian Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety. He acted as a third party QHSE management systems auditor at SAI Global as well as SGS, auditing many manufacturing, construction, engineering and service-oriented industries, while reporting under JAS-ANZ and other global accreditation bodies.

Canada’s Team

Chartered Quality Professional

Andrew Sloane– Saskatchewan

Andrew is a Canadian-British ISO consultant, lead auditor and expert, with a total of 30+ years of vast experience and a proven track record of achievement. He has managed companies and projects in 8 countries: Canada, P.R. China, Hong Kong, India, UAE, Philippines, Indonesia, and the Maldives, with headcounts up to 100. He is fluent in ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001, and has drafted, deployed and managed carbon footprint reduction programmes, and served at the board of directors levels to fulfil sustainability and ESG reporting requirements. Andrew served primarily in the private sector with multinational engineering groups, SME’s and interfacing with the public sector and international financial institutions. Currently, he is registered as an independent lead auditor with KPMG Canada, as well as preparing to become an independent assessor with the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to assess certification bodies for accreditation in Canada and the US.

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, M.Sc. in Quality, Health And Safety, Environment Management

Aurelie Noumedem– Quebec

Aurelie is a bilingual and dedicated quality and health and safety professional with around 15 years of experience. She is skilled in management systems consultant, setup and auditing, as well as training and creating educational materials and delivering presentations. She acts as a third-party lead auditor for Canadian certification bodies, and is the holder of Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification from the American Quality Association, as well as the IRCA and PECB Lead Auditor certificates of ISO 9001 and 45001.

Masters Certificate in Project Management

Greg Kowal– Newfoundland & Labrador

Greg is an established Canadian ISO quality management systems consultant and lead auditor with over 30 years of experience when it comes to establishing procedures, building collaborative project plans, gap analysis, building strategy documents, flowcharts and other necessary documentation for the QMS. He is an expert in reviewing and updating procedure documents, recruiting resources and managing outputs, as well as identifying opportunities and troubleshooting risks to identify effective solutions. He is a subject-matter expert across many industries and sectors in the Canadian market.

Bachelor of Pharmacy & Post Graduate Certificates in Pharmacy, Regulatory Affairs and Business

Fabiana Lapa– Ontario

Fabiana is a Canadian ISO expert with more than 20 years of quality assurance, manufacturing, and compliance experience in the life sciences sector, working in pharmaceutical and medical devices companies. As an Exemplar Global certified lead auditor, Fabiana has pursued her passion as an auditor of international management systems standards such as ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System), and many others. Fabiana works independently with several certification bodies in Canada, the US and South America. She is a proficient consultant and trainer when it comes to helping clients build their management systems across many sectors.

IT & Textile Degrees, Master of Business Administration

Sathischandra JayasingheBritish Columbia

Sathis is an immensely analytical ISO lead auditor and consultant with around 20 years of expertise in leading product compliance and QMS projects with world-renowned brands in Europe, North America, and the APAC region. Sathis holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, and is certified in many international standards, including APSCA, ASCA, WRAP, BSCI, SEDEX, SA 8000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GOTS, GOLS, GRS, RCS, NEXT, and LEVIS. He is an expert when it comes to auditing or implementing QHSE management systems in many industries. He served across many sectors, including trading, retailers, logistic, warehouses, and manufacturing. Sathis has over 10 years of experience of working full time with third-party certification bodies internationally.

B.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, M.Sc. in Dietetics & Food Service Management

Sumaiya Masood– Ontario

Sumaiya is a highly skilled ISO standards professional with extensive experience in Food Safety, Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental Management Systems. She is an expert in ISO implementation, training, internal auditing, documentation, process mapping and training across various industries, having worked on numerous high-profile projects in many countries. She has successfully led projects in diverse sectors, such as manufacturing, healthcare, food processing, and social responsibility etc., supporting businesses in achieving and maintaining ISO certification.

UK’s Team

B.Sc. in Biological Science & M.Sc. in Quality Assurance

Jeremy Thomas– Cheshire & Manchester, England

Jeremy is a British ISO 9001, 14001, 2200 consultant, expert and lead auditor with around 30 of experience in food, beverage, personal care products, household products, FMCG manufactures and brand owners. As a holder of an M.Sc. in Quality Assurance and Analytical Chemistry from Manchester Metropolitan University, he excels in all areas of quality. Jeremy has an experience across a wide range of projects from new built factories and processes to implementing quality systems and new products in existing facilities. He is proficient in managing contract manufacturing of products, ensuring brand and product meet compliance and customer expectations. His clients include UK major high street retailers, independent brand owners, and consultancy agencies. Jeremy provides technical and supplier audits, as well as internal audits and technical expertise. He consults and trains on quality systems, continuous improvement, implementation, and the compliance to industry standards.

Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

Kevin Barber– Norfolk, England

Kevin is a British who has dedicated for about 40 years to ISO management systems as a certified ISO Lead Auditor, a Chartered Safety and Health Professional, a project manager, and a professional QHSE consultant. He specialises in risk assessment, occupational health, and rigorous inspection protocols to safeguard environments and ensure adherence to stringent regulations. Kevin loves simplifying complex compliance challenges for the teams he supports. He is experienced across diverse sectors, including catering, financial services, agriculture and farming, retail, veterinary, transport, traffic management, plant hire, warehousing, salons, military, powder coating, manufacturing, engineering, and recycling, among many others. Kevin is an associate consultant with the British Assessment Bureau (BAB), British Standards Institute (BSI), Alcumus ISOQAR, and the Q-Share International Corporation.

Registered Consultant BSI, BAB, NQA, Bureau Veritas & Auva

Maxine Sharp– Aberdeen, Scotland

Maxine is a highly motivated British QHSE management and data protection consultant, lead auditor, and CPD-certified trainer with 28+ years of business experience. She is registered with the UK top leading UKAS-accredited certification bodies as a proficient consultant: BSI (Associate Consultant Programme), British Assessment Bureau (Associate Consultant Programme), NQA (Associate Partner), Bureau Veritas (Recognised Consultant), Auva (Registered Consultant). Maxine is an expert when it comes to the implementation and integration of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, BS 10012 (Personal Information, UK GDPR), and ISO 7101 (Quality in Healthcare). Maxine’s work spanned the globe, making her adept at easily joining forces with people from different cultures.

B. Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering & M.Sc. in International Finance

Pancham Agrawal– Surrey, England

Pancham is an established British information security advisor with over 15 years of diverse experience working in many sectors including finance, energy, public sector, and consulting. He has many ISO 27001 and ISO 27017 projects, where he led the design, implementation, and management of activities encompassing people, process and technology to secure data, applications, infrastructure and manage associated risks. As an expert in many GRC standards and their application in the financial sector, he cemented his knowledge with an M.Sc. in Finance from Kingston University London, UK. Pancham is a certified ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor, an IASME Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor. He is also a certified Prince 2 Practitioner, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA). He has significant experience in designing processes to strengthen IT controls, executing information security assessments, risk management, security architecture design, policy framework and IT audits. Pancham earned several “Delivery excellence” awards from the NHS, British Gas, Capgemini, and the National Crime Agency (NCA).

PCQI- Chartered Quality Institute & IRCA

Richard Gilham– North Yorkshire, England

Richard is a British QHSE consultant and trainer of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 with over 20 years of international and local experience, serving companies across a wide range of industries. Coming from a quality management background, he is also a proficient IRCA certified lead auditor with UKAS-accredited certification bodies, conducting third-party audits for their clients. He is also an SSIP assessor for H&S. Richard holds the City & Guilds Quality Assurance-Lean Six Sigma certificate, and the NVQ Occupational Health and Safety Practice Level 5 Diploma, as well as the National Examination Board of Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Certificate, and the National Examining Board in Supervisory Management (NEBSM) Certificate.

SGS & LRCA ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Trevor Francis– Northamptonshire, England

Trevor is a British professional with almost a decade of experience within the commercial and public sectors of the medical technology and manufacturing industries, Trev has supply chain, retail, manufacturing, marketing, and quality systems management experience at a management level. He has proven his ability to work independently or collaboratively, and he possesses advanced training and experience in managing and implementing ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management systems. He is also well versed when it comes to auditing those standards. Besides understanding and implementing sector-specific international rules and regulations, Trev also knows how to work with MO 169, 21 CFR 820, EU MDR, REACH, BPR, IEC 60601-1, and many more regulations to integrate them with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485. Trevor excels at training and sharing his knowledge in the format of straightforward and actionable steps to enable professionals of all levels to do more in less time while enjoying their work and impressing their clients (internal or external) at the same time.

B.Sc. in Information Technology

Abdullah Burundakar– Lancashire

Abdullah is a results-driven professional with 8+ years of experience implementing and auditing ISO management systems (9001, 27001, 45001, 14001). He has a proven track record of driving 100% process efficiency gains, and as an online lead auditor trainer, thanks to his skills in quality management, information security, auditing, and compliance. He is an experienced Lead Auditor (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 27001) & Operations Supervisor with leading certification bodies in the UK and abroad, having performed more than 500 third-party audits, under UKAS and other international accreditations.

Bachelor & M.Sc. in Computer Science

Hassan Shaikh– Northamptonshire, England

Hassan is professional ISO consultant and lead auditor with more than five years of experience specializing in ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 42001. He holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Ulster University, UK, and is a certified lead auditor from SGS and SAI. Hassan brings extensive experience as an external auditor across diverse industries, acting with the certification body TUV Nord in the UK, under UKAS accreditation. As a consultant, Hassan focuses on enhancing operational excellence, improving quality assurance, and strengthening information security and sustainability practices.

Training & Memberships

Our consultants believe in continuous development.
They are highly trained and are professional members of the best associations in the field

International Team

B. Sc. (Hons) in OH&S, MBA in Hospital Administration

M. Ashlam Nohur– Mauritius

Nohur Mohammad Ashlam, an accomplished professional based in Mauritius, is a seasoned expert in quality management, occupational health and safety, and compliance auditing. He is fluent in English and French, and has over two decades of experience across industries such as manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, and environmental management, he brings a wealth of expertise and a commitment to excellence. He holds an MBA in Hospital Administration from JSS Academy, India, with First Class Distinction, and a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Health and Safety from the University of Mauritius.

Mr. Ashlam is a certified Lead Assessor for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 22000:2018, with extensive experience conducting third-party audits in sectors including food production, textile manufacturing, electricity generation, poultry production and processing, and glass manufacturing. His portfolio includes over 200 audits for prestigious organizations such as Omnicane, Velogic, Innodis, and Mauritius Port Authority. In addition to his auditing expertise, he is a professional lecturer. He is an approved trainer by the Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA), and he is also a social compliance auditor trained in SMETA, ICS, and ethical standards.

HNE Degree in Engineering, MBA in Quality Management

Chatumadura Kodippili– Sri Lanka

Chatumadura enjoys over twenty five years industrial experience in Apparel, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction sectors & Systems Certification. He also has more than 10 years’ experience in Systems Certification & worked for leading Certification bodies SGS, Bureau Veritas, TUV NORD Group etc.

He acted as a professional Lead Auditor for Quality (ISO 9001:2015), Environment (ISO 14001:2015), Health & Safety (ISO 45001:2018) and Educational Organizations (ISO 21001:2018) Management Systems, and completed 1000+ audits for system certification in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 21001 & ISO 45001 in multi-disciplinary organization in Sri Lanka, India, Maldives & Qatar.

B. E. & M. Sc. in Mechanical Engineering

Jayesh Vishnuswami– India

Jayesh is a quality professional having 20+ years of experience in Designing, Implementation, Consultation, Auditing and Enhancement of Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety Management Systems in Automotive, Manufacturing, Sales and Service Organisations. He is an expert in Internal and External Audits of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, Supplier audits, Process audits,  VDA 6.3 Audits and deployment of Automotive Quality Tools PPAP, SPC, FMEA, 8D, Problem Solving.

Jayesh is well-versed in the implementation of complex projects of certifications of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / ISO 450001 / ISO 50001 and Integration / deployment of various management system standards across manufacturing, sales, services, marketing and supply chains. He is a qualified Lead Auditor of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 27001, and a certified management representative from TUV SUD. In addition, he holds the American Society for Quality (ASQ) titles of Certified Auditor and Organization Excellence Manager, and is a Business Excellence Assessor by CII, an EFQM Business Excellence Assessor, as well as being a holder of the Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

B. Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture & Food Technology, M. Sc. In Total Quality Management

Muhammad Junaid- Pakistan

Junaid is a professional with an educational background in Food Science & Technology and Total Quality Management. He is equipped with sound knowledge in Management systems implementation, Production Planning & Control, Quality Assurance and Control, Quality Analysis, Food Safety and hygiene, Product development, and Planning innovations in existing products which can be utilized in developing ways to keep food fresh, safe and attractive and generate business growth.

He is an IRCA Approved Lead Auditor FSSC-22000. Junaid  enjoys hands on experience with the following International Management Systems: Halal, FSSC-22000, FSMS 22000, BRC Food, Packaging and BRC Consumer Products, HACCP, 150-9001, ISO-14001, URSA, Sedex, IPM. He is also a sensory evaluation trainer for finished products quality.

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Management & Marketing

Karolina Nożewska– Poland (EU)

Karolina Nożewska is an expert specializing in Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs for the medical device industry. She excels in implementing QMS frameworks compliant with ISO 9001,  ISO 13485, MDSAP, QMSR, and MDR, tailoring solutions to meet specific company needs.

Karolina provides targeted training for employees on various regulatory standards, enhancing their understanding and ability to comply with industry requirements. She also enjoys an extensive experience in conducting internal and external audits, and offers mock audits to prepare companies for Notified Body audits or FDA inspections.

B. Sc. & M. Sc. in Biochemistry

Muhammad Awais– Pakistan

Awais is a professional with over a decade of experience in industrial management, business development strategies, compliance and quality management systems. He has a strong professional Background in ISO certifications and compliance, quality and health and safety management, and energy Management.
 
Awais is also an expert in STeP (Made in Green) modules, as well as other audit documentations including OekoTex, CTPAT, GOTS, Sedex, Detox, WRAP, Reach, ZDHC, ISO9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FSSC 22000, ISO 50001, ,SA 8000Certifications, BCI, HIGG, Accord, Fair Trade Certification and BSCI.

B. Sc. & M. Sc. in Physics, Math & Statistics, M. Sc. in Quality Management

Mayank Mishra– India

Mayank is seasoned consultant, auditor, and corporate with over 25 years of international experience. He has  worked with Qatari Diar, Doha Petroleum,  Control & Applications Emirates, Dar Alyaum, WQRG, Suzlon and Thomson Digital. He hold a M. Sc. degree in Quality Management, and is an IRCA / Exemplar Global Certified ISO 9001/ 14001/ 45001/ 27001/ 41001/ 55001 Lead Auditor, in addition to being a Certified Risk Management Professional, ASQ Certified Quality Manager & Engineer, and Certified to Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. Mayank also holds the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

He has 25+ years of rich Cybersecurity and tech-risk management experience, and have carried out audits on 200+ Companies Audited across Europe, Middle East and India. Mayank’s core competencies include information security, business continuity, risk, quality and health, safety & environment.

B. E. in Industrial Engineering, Dip. in Mechanical Engineering, Dip. in Quality Management

Vincent P. S.– India

Vincent is an accomplished Quality Management professional with over 20 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, encompassing sectors such as automobile, engineering, oil and gas, and FMCG, where he has extensive expertise in the implementation and compliance of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018. He has conducted and attended 115+ first and second-party audits, qualifying many suppliers as a result.

As a certified Six Sigma Executive Black Belt, Vincent has a proven track record in employing Six Sigma methodologies and cost of quality analysis to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency. His career is marked by impactful leadership in quality assurance, where he has consistently driven initiatives that improved product quality and reduced defects, leading to higher customer satisfaction.

B. Tech., M. Tech. & Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Rajender Kumar- India

Dr. Kumar is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Department, at the School Of Engineering Technology, MRIIRS. He is a Certified Lean Management Consultant, and a CQI-IRCA Lead Auditor for ISO-9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 21001, as well as being a lead auditor for social systems. Dr. Kumar has one one design patent to his name, and 50+ published research papers in journals and conferences of repute, as well as 5 book chapters, and an authored one book on the Principles of Entrepreneurship in the Industry 4.0. In the field of ISO standards consultancy and compliance, Dr. Kumar lends his experience to applications in the educational, engineering and manufacturing sectors.

B. Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Vidyanand Prasad– India

Prasad has more than 10 years of experience as a Quality Engineer, Consultant and Lead Auditor for ISO QMS, EMS, and OH&S. As an expert third party auditor, he has performed more than thousands of man days for certification bodies across many sectors and countries. He professionally managed quality departments in the following countries: India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Bhutan & Nepal, in the automotive & manufacturing industries.

Master in Laws, Master in Governance of Public Administrations, Master Degree in EU Law

Michela De Mattia– Italy (EU)

Michela is an Italian-qualified lawyer who is resourceful and experienced in governance, risk management and compliance. She enjoys over 5 years of experience as a Compliance, Risk and Governance specialist, an ISO9001 Lead Auditor and an ISO27001 Internal Auditor. Michela has successfully played the roles of business consultant, and compliance analyst and specialist at Accenture and other leading technology companies in Italy.

B. A. in English Studies

Nassar Abdo– Yemen

Nassar Abdo is a highly experienced Lead Auditor, IRCA-registered Trainer, and Management Consultant with extensive expertise across the Middle East region in ISO standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 22000. As a Quality Systems Manager at the head office of a group overseeing more than 35 companies across various sectors—ranging from manufacturing and food processing to construction and logistics—Nassar has led transformative initiatives to enhance quality systems, streamline operations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Nassar’s auditing portfolio includes conducting numerous second-party and third-party audits across various industries, ensuring organizations meet international standards. He is also a skilled trainer, having delivered over 50 training courses, both online and in-person. His training sessions cover a wide range of topics, such as ISO standards implementation, quality management, risk management, organizational development, and customer service excellence. His engaging and practical training approach has empowered professionals to enhance their skills and apply best practices within their organizations.

B.S. in Materials Engineering, M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, Ph.D. in Materials Science

Dr. Emmanuel Ricohermoso III– France (EU)

Emmanuel is a Paris-based technical consultant and founder of AVER Consulting, specializing in materials science, process optimization, and Lean Six Sigma. With a summa cum laude Ph.D. and over a decade of experience across R&D, supply chain, and operations, he has a strong track record in sustainable manufacturing and efficient process development.

After studying for B.S. in Materials Engineering, he went on to earn a M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering jointly from the Institut Polytechnique de Grenoble, France and Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany, and a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany.After studying for B.S. in Materials Engineering, he went on to earn a M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering jointly from the Institut Polytechnique de Grenoble, France and Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany, and a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany.

His Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma underscores his expertise in driving productivity improvements for clients across diverse industries. Known for his leadership in project management, Emmanuel also trains teams in Lean principles, sharing his insights to promote operational excellence.

B. E. in Mechanical Engineering

Pankaj Boraste– India

Pankaj Boraste is a seasoned Quality Management Systems (QMS) professional with over 10 years of experience. Pankaj’s career has been marked by his proficiency in multiple quality standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018; he is a certified auditor in all of those standards. His expertise extends to automotive core tools such as APQP, FMEA, MSA, PPAP, SPC, and CQI standards, which he has applied in his work with major automotive companies such as Ford, FCA, Renault Nissan, Hyundai, Tata Motors, and Volkswagen, among others.

B. Sc. in Industrial Chemistry

Rakesh Patel– India

Rakesh has over 25 years of experience working in different roles from Supervisor to Quality Manager, where he took charge of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Operations, Research and Development and employee training in different segments like chemicals, paints, polymer, minerals, food and pharmaceuticals. He is an expert Lead Auditor certified in QMS, EMS, OHSMS, FSMS, MDQMS, having conducted 200+ audits in the fields of Mines, Mineral, Electricity, Food, Pharma, Textile, Cosmetics, Herbs, Species, and the Services Sector.

Rakesh is a certified Zone Trainer and have conducted more than 30 in-house and external training programs in many leading organizations for various management topics like Six Sigma, 5 S Lean management, Bench marking, Kanban, Kaizen, Strategic management, Statistical Techniques, etc. Besides being an ISO consultant, he also provides management consultancy for Six Sigma Certification, 5S Management, Kaizen, Strategic Planning, and Fami-QS

Bachelor & Master of Arts

Ramesh Kulandaivel– India

Ramesh is a distinguished professional with a rich blend of expertise in ISO standards in the fields of quality, environmental, and occupational safety management systems, as well as social compliance auditing, and management consulting. With over twenty years of hands-on experience, Ramesh has conducted numerous consultancy projects and external audits across diverse sectors, including housing finance, manufacturing, and apparel industries.

He is a certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2018, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 27001:2022. As is an expert implementor of Integrated Management Systems (IMS), he is currently specializing in ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 22301, and ISO 42001. He is also a certified Social Compliance Lead Auditor (SA8000:2014), GRI Standards Sustainability Professional (CGSSP), and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt holder, which underscores his ability to integrate compliance and process efficiency seamlessly.

Degrees in Electronic Engineering & Computer Engineering

Sandeep Pandya– India

Sandeep is a Consultant, Auditor and Trainer with 25+ years of rich ISO consultancy, training and implementation experience in IT, Information Security, BCP-DR & Data Privacy. He is a Certified CISA Auditor and CDPSE by ISACA, and a Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 27001 (ISMS), ISO 22301 (BCMS), and ISO 20000 (ITSM).

He is an expert in topics of Information Security, Data Privacy domain, Risk Management, and the formulation of policies and plans for implementation. His experience extends to various compliance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, DPDP, SOC 1 & 2, Business Continuity, IT Service management and operation resilience. Sandeep has successfully served clients from various industries across many countries, including India, Australia, UK, US, Europe, and the South Asian and Gulf regions.

B. Sc. & M. Sc. in Computer Science

Sanjay Yeole– India

Sanjay has 25+ years of hands-on experience in the IT industry, which enabled him to provide ISO implementation consultancy, as well as act as an external third party auditor, for ISO 9001, 27001, 27701, 27017, 20000, and 22301. His experience extends to other frameworks such as SOC2, HIPAA, NIST, and TISAX. Besides being an internationally certified ISO lead auditor, he is Certified in Cybersecurity by (ISC)2, Certified by the ITIL® Foundation in IT Service Management, and has the Assessment Team Member (ATM) for CMMI-Level 5 certification.

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Shailendra Joshi- India

Shailendra enjoys over 20 years of industrial experience in Quality roles ranging from Quality Engineer to Quality Head in the Automotive and Non-Automotive sectors. As a proficient consultant he helped many companies acheive certification, and as a trainer he executed over 120 hours. He has over 6 years of experience as a third party Lead Auditor of ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015, conducting different type of audits to certify more than 400 companies, logging over 1200 man days in India, the Middle East and Asia.

Bachelor in Chemistry, MBA in Management & Marketing & HR

Sharila Kwang– Guyana (South America)

Sharila is a seasoned Quality Assurance and Food Safety professional with over a decade of expertise in the food manufacturing industry in Guyana. She has a proven track record of implementing and managing ISO 9001, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 international management standards, consistently striving to ensure operational excellence and compliance. Her expertise spans quality control testing, internal auditing, food laboratory management, product development, and navigating complex food laws and regulations. As a holder of an MBA, Sharila integrates strategic management perspectives into her approach, ensuring that systems are not only compliant but also aligned with overarching business goals.

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Master of Engineering in Environmental Engineering

Subrata Ghoshal– India

Subrata is an accomplished professional with with over 30 years of extensive expertise in implementing and managing globally recognized standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, greenhouse gas (GHG) protocols, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks. Subrata’s proficiency in ISO standards is marked by his ability to integrate management systems that enhance operational efficiency, improve environmental performance, and promote occupational health and safety.

He is a recognized leader in sustainability and is adept at managing GHG protocols and ESG initiatives to meet global expectations for transparency, accountability, and sustainability. He has successfully guided organizations in measuring, reporting, and mitigating their carbon footprints, ensuring alignment with international climate goals. Throughout his career, Subrata has collaborated as a consultant with diverse international teams across many industries to design and implement tailored solutions. He is an expert external lead auditor, working for leading certification bodies, including SGS , LRQA, and KVQA.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Tarhata Jovero– Philippines

Tarhata has more than 17 years of pharmaceutical QMS experience in companies with cGMP certification from or in compliance with EU (AGES Austria), US FDA, NCPB Malaysia, HSA Singapore, FDA Thailand, FDA Philippines, PMDA Japan, and DAV Vietnam. Currently, she provides high level GMP consultation and project management in international client projects following high level GMP guideline compliances (EU, TGA, PICs, WHO, US FDA-21 CFR, ICH) and ISO standards (ISO 9001 – ISO 19011 -1SO 13485). She has conducted different training courses on GMP, QMS, Quality tools and Operational Excellence in different countries including Thailand, Vietnam, India, and Philippines.

As a Lean Six Sigma Consultant and Trainer, she enjoys streamlining processes and leads different continuous improvement projects which provide millions of cost savings for the company.  She has conducted Lean Six Sigma trainings to over 900+ professionals comprising of executives, managers, supervisors and associates in different industries such as manufacturing, services, BPO, and academic. Currently, she holds 3 certifications from the American Society for quality – Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (ASQ CMQ/OE), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (ASQ CSSBB), Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ CQA), 2 certifications from the American Academy of Project Management – Master Project Manager (MPM) and Certified International Project Manager (CIPM) and a Registered Chemist in the Philippines. She is also one of the Honorary Global Advisory Council of Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM).  

B. E. in Mechanical Engineering, B. Sc. in Physics, M. Sc. in Management

Ulhas Kavathekar- India

Ulhas is a highly experienced consultant and external lead auditor with over 30 years of experience in ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management). Having helped hundreds of companies in tens of sectors achieve compliance and certification, he is highly flexbile and versatile. Ulhas is highly skilled in supplier auditing, Kaizen, 5S, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

B. Sc. of Microbiology & Chemistry

Mohamed Sobhi– Egypt

With over 18 years of diverse experience, Sobhi is driven by a passion for helping organizations unlock their full potential through effective management systems. His international background includes extensive work with manufacturing, services, and regulatory entities, where he has successfully supported them in achieving ISO certification. He is also an established lead auditor in the oil and gas sector and others for the ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 22000 standards. His area of deep expertise lies in the ISO 22000 Food Safety topics and applications.

B. E. in Electronics & Communications Engineering

Varun Kumar- India

Varun has over 15 years of experience as a manager and consultant in ISO Quality Management System standards and certifications, including ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 13485 (MDR). He has extensive practical knowledge in implementing the standards as and carrying out internal audits as required. He has a rich experience in QMS/IMS high level structure documentation as suitable to different business models. Varun is proficient with quality auditing principals and procedures, including Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, 7QC Tools, Risk analysis, PFMEA, etc.

B. E. in Mechanical Engineering

Venkataramanan Vivekanandan– India

Venkataramanan has more than 7 years of professional experience as a consultant and compliance executive in the manufacturing industry, where he specialized in product quality, process efficiency, and compliance with ISO standards. His experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer is backed up by his certification as a Lead Auditor in ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018,

B. E. in Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering

Varsha Tripathi– India

Varsha is a seasoned ISO Compliance Consultant with over 14 plus years of experience, where she successfully served in management positions, and consulted borated with clients from diverse industries across India, the USA, Saudi Arabia, and Europe, providing tailored implementation solutions. Varsha holds prestigious certifications, including Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO). She is an IRCA-certified Lead Auditor for multiple ISO standards, including ISO 27001:2022, ISO 27701:2019, and ISO 9001:2015. She also has expertise in tools like DRATA, VANTA, and Secureframe as well as knowledge of Cloud service providers like AWS, GCP and Azure controls. Throughout her career, Varsha has worked on implementing and auditing ISO international standards, as well as GDPR, SOC 2, CMMI, and PCI DSS.

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