Leadership Team

  • President
  • Chief Academic Officer
  • Director of Business Development
  • Principal Designated School Official (PDSO)
  • Designated School Official (DSO)
  • Information Technologies (IT)

Pauline Kim

Pauline Kim holds a Master of Arts in Psychology from Chapman University, blending her passion for individual development with a commitment to organizational growth. With over 15 years of experience in the education sector, she has helped schools achieve significant milestones in operations, accreditation, and compliance. Pauline is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that empowers both students and staff, with leadership focused on continuous improvement, community engagement, and advancing educational initiatives.

 

Dr. Joseph Siegmund

Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership; Northcentral University; San Diego, CA

Master of Business Administration (Management); Saint Leo University;  St. Leo, FL

Bachelor of Business Administration (Organizational Psychology and Development); American Intercontinental University; Hoffman Estates, IL

A.A. in Business Administration; American Intercontinental University; Hoffman Hills Estates, IL

Dr. Joseph Siegmund has received his Ph. D in Organizational Leadership from Northcentral University, Master of Business Administration from Saint Leo University with concentration in Management and Bachelors in Business Administration from American InterContinental University with concentration in Organizational Psychology and Development. In addition to these academic achievements, Dr. Siegmund has 20 years of hands-on business experience in operations, management, human resources, new business development and strategic growth planning.

Dr. Siegmund’s professional business experiences include working in Client Services for a tax and Payroll Company, Owning and Managing two startup heating and air conditioning companies in Southern California, National Sales Manager for an international controls company and currently as the Vice President of Operations for the same international controls company. Dr. Siegmund enjoys developing and growing new business concepts from inception to market.

Dr. Siegmund has been a volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America since he turned 18 and became an adult according to the BSA rules. As a scout Dr. Siegmund attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the scouting program, and currently participates in the scouting program with his 3 sons. Scouting has provided many opportunities for Dr. Siegmund participates in the training and development of both scouts and adult scout leaders, and he has assisted in the development of new training protocols.

Ryan Doan, DBA

Doctor of Business Administration from Swiss School of Management; Bellinzona, Switzerland
Master of Business Administration from Capella University; Minneapolis, MN
Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Design & Digital Arts / Desktop Publishing from Coastline Community College; Fountain Valley, CA
Bachelor of Arts In Psychology from University of California, Irvine; Irvine

Dr. Ryan Doan boasts a rich history in higher education administration, commencing his journey in 2001. Dr. Doan held key positions, such as the Director of Administration at Irvine University, Cerritos, CA, and the Director of Development at California Coast University, Santa Ana, CA.

Dr. Doan’s commitment to postsecondary education goes beyond administrative roles. As an Adjunct Instructor at IAU and Antelope Valley College, he has imparted knowledge in various courses, demonstrating his dedication to academic excellence. Dr. Doan’s involvement as a Program Advisory Committee (PAC) Member for Business Degree Programs at Kingston University from 2020 to 2023 further underscores his passion for shaping the future of higher education.

With a profound understanding of the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009, CCR Division 7.5 Private Postsecondary Education, USCIS regulations related to SEVP-Certified institutions and F-1 visa students, and TRACS accreditation standards, Dr. Doan has been a sought-after consultant for private postsecondary institutions since 2002. His consultancy services encompass areas of compliance, operations, and administration.

Leslie Bazzano

Leslie Bazzano was born and raised in Southern California, graduating from California State University, Los Angeles. Since 2011, Leslie has been working as an International Student Advisor/DSO at various institutions, such as California Institute of the Arts, Keck Graduate Institute, Kennesaw State University and International American University. She is passionate about working with international students and staying updated on best advising practices by her involvement with NAFSA, LA PIER, and communicating with colleagues from around the United States.

Marie Bachelot

Marie Bachelot holds an MBA from Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO, and a BBA from Kedge Business School in Marseille, France, with exchange experience at Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada and Montana State University.

She has proudly dedicated her career to cultural exchange programs, as an international program manager and as an entrepreneur bridging the employment gap for international student graduates.

As a former F-1 student, Marie understands the challenges faced by international students and is proud to serve and support others in their journey.

M A Nakib, MBA

Currently doing MBA in Management Information System from International American University, CA, USA.
MBA from Jagannath University Bangladesh
Bachelor in Computer Science and Engineering from University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh


He is an IT Professional specialized in Cloud Computing has more than 7 years’ industrial experience along with “Microsoft” as a Cloud Specialist. He is a specialist on Cloud Computing. He also worked for “CloudThat Technologies Bangladesh.” As a Managing Director and Director of others 3 startups.

He has multiple Microsoft certification and Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), expertise on Cloud Computing, Cloud Advisor and Training. He is also passionate about delivering training on cloud computing locally and globally. Doing this, he was recognized as a Microsoft Certified Trainer. He is also a Microsoft Imagine Cup Judge to evaluate the idea.

He is also involved in many organizations like SCORE Mentor, Distressed Children & Infants International Inc as IT Advisor, The Digital Economist as an Executive Fellow, Member of Computer Science Teachers Association California, member of IEEE. He also got the DUKE Edinburgh Award.

Under his consultation and taking Cloud Computing courses students are getting confident with their career and three of them from USA got the job in Cloud System Admin.