Team MIBD

David Ebenezer is a visionary leader, passionate educator, and strategic thinker who serves as the Director of MIBD Dubai. With a strong belief in the transformative power of education, David is committed to shaping future leaders by providing accessible, relevant, and globally recognized learning pathways.

At the heart of his leadership is a mission: to make quality education not just available, but meaningful for students from diverse backgrounds. Under his direction, MIBD has grown into a forward-thinking institution that blends academic excellence with practical relevance—offering programs that respond to the evolving needs of today’s job market. His forward-thinking strategies have ensured that MIBD is more than a place of learning — it’s a launchpad for success.

With a deep belief in education as a catalyst for global change, David has positioned MIBD as a bridge between cultures, ideas, and industries. His ability to blend strategic vision with a hands-on approach has earned him the trust of partners, the respect of colleagues, and the admiration of students worldwide.

For David, MIBD is not just an institution, it’s a movement. A movement dedicated to shaping graduates who are confident, capable, and ready to make an impact on the world stage. His leadership ensures that MIBD stands for more than academic excellence, it stands for opportunity, innovation, and a future without boundaries.

In His Words:
“Education is not just about degrees, it’s about discovery—of purpose, potential, and the power to make a difference.”

Dr. Rafaela De Angelis Barros is a distinguished Italian scholar and global hospitality professional with over seventeen years of extensive experience in educational leadership, training, and consulting. Her career reflects a unique blend of expertise across multiple sectors, including Higher Education, Tourism & Hospitality, International Business, and Government, where her commitment to innovation and excellence has been a constant.
Dr. De Angelis Barros is a passionate advocate for sustainability and a recognized authority on topics like Tourism & Hospitality, Leadership, and City Planning. She is known for her research on contemporary subjects such as Green and Smart Cities, Sustainability, and the dynamics of the Intercultural Environment. Her scholarly contributions include numerous publications in peer-reviewed international journals and presentations at prestigious industry conferences worldwide.

A true global educator, Dr. De Angelis Barros has taught diverse subjects including tourism, urban planning, hospitality, business, and leadership at leading institutions across America, Europe, and the UAE. Her multilingual abilities and intercultural insights further enrich her teaching, enabling her to connect with students and professionals from varied backgrounds. As a committed leader, she has consistently driven institutions toward growth and excellence, embodying her dedication to innovation in every role she undertakes.

Dr. Obada Al Dimashki is a highly accomplished Assistant Professor of Business, currently serving as the Head of Accounting, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. With over a decade of experience spanning academia, military, and industry, Dr. Al-Dimashki is dedicated to advancing academic leadership and nurturing student success. He has taught at several Canadian and international universities, including in Canada and Qatar, where he consistently earns recognition for his exceptional teaching effectiveness and student engagement.

In addition to his academic career, Dr. Al Dimashki brings a wealth of practical industry experience from his tenure as Supply Chain Manager at Orbit Aluminium Industries in Singapore (2015–2017). There, he managed an $8 million annual purchasing budget, overseeing the procurement of machinery, metals, chemicals, and fuels essential to aluminium coating and paint manufacturing. Through strategic negotiation and leveraging supplier relationships, he achieved annual cost reductions exceeding $100,000. Dr. Al Dimashki also optimized inventory replenishment valued at over $1 million, utilizing ERP systems to ensure consistent production flow. His development of quarterly safety stock plans, grounded in statistical analysis and sales forecasts, maintained lean yet reliable inventory levels year-round, underscoring his commitment to operational efficiency and cost control.

Dr. Sandra A. J. Carter holds a BA (Hons) in Education and Training, an MSc in Tourism Development and Management, and the NPQH qualification, making her an accomplished leader in the education sector.
Dr. Carter’s career is distinguished by a commitment to fostering 21st-century skills, encouraging creativity, language development, and leadership in students. She has contributed to educational initiatives across Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Kenya, with experience in school and college inspections, which provided her deep insights into the operational and academic challenges of institutions. Her international projects span partnerships with schools in China, Texas, and Virginia, as well as humanitarian education work in The Gambia, which left a lasting impact on her approach to global education. Passionate about the unique multicultural environment of UAE schools, Dr. Carter sees education as a bridge to world harmony, inspiring students to thrive together in a diverse, peaceful environment.

Rasha El Khatib is an experienced university lecturer and academic professional with extensive teaching experience across leading universities in the UAE and Lebanon. As a Professor at MIBD, she brings a strong academic background in digital technology, education, tourism studies and management, with a particular interest in the role of technology in modern learning and professional development.

Her teaching approach is interactive, student-centred and activity-based, combining engaging lectures, workshops, seminars and modern learning techniques to encourage critical thinking, creativity and active participation. She is experienced in assessing student performance, supporting individual development, strengthening presentation skills and adapting her teaching methods to multicultural learning environments.

With her ongoing PhD research in Digital Technology and Regenerative Tourism, combined with extensive academic and research experience, she brings a contemporary and practical perspective to teaching. At MIBD, her focus is on helping students develop confidence, analytical thinking, communication skills and practical knowledge, preparing them for the evolving demands of technology-driven professional environments.

Ronnie Mendoza Dysangco is an experienced Computer Engineer and academic professional with over 12 years of higher education teaching experience, complemented by extensive experience in ICT, Computer Science and STEM education in the UAE and the Philippines.

As a Professor at MIBD’s Information Technology Department, he brings a strong combination of academic knowledge, practical technology expertise and innovative teaching methodologies. His teaching approach is student-centred, outcomes-based and technology-driven, using practical projects, real-world applications, research guidance and interactive learning to help students develop strong technical and problem-solving skills.

His expertise covers Information Technology, Computer Science, programming, robotics, embedded systems, STEM, software and hardware integration, AI-assisted learning and technology innovation. He also has significant experience in curriculum development, student assessment, thesis supervision and academic leadership.

At MIBD, his focus is on developing students’ technical competence, creativity, critical thinking and employability, preparing them to confidently apply their IT knowledge in today’s rapidly evolving digital environment.

Margaret Ndungu is the Head of Academics & Training at Mount Institute of Business Development (MIBD). She brings strong expertise in academic operations, quality assurance, student support, and technology-enabled learning.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Information Technology and ongoing Master’s studies in Information Technology, Margaret combines academic knowledge with hands-on experience in academic supervision, training delivery, LMS administration, and student progression management.

At MIBD, she oversees academic calendars, attendance, assignments, learning records, student engagement, and quality assurance processes in alignment with institutional and OTHM standards. Her previous leadership experience in Computing and Informatics, together with her work in Dubai’s education sector, strengthens MIBD’s commitment to delivering structured, student-centred, high-quality education.

Recognised with Best Employee awards in 2024 and 2025, Margaret is dedicated to supporting both faculty and students in achieving academic excellence.