Dr Akhtar Sohail Chughtai
Visionary pathologist Dr. Akhtar Sohail Chughtai, a distinguished graduate of King Edward Medical College, has reshaped Pakistan’s healthcare landscape through his unwavering commitment to quality patient care. After leading Chughtai Lab’s remarkable evolution from a modest three-room facility into a nationwide healthcare institution, he now brings the same spirit of excellence to education, aiming to uplift the nation’s youth through world-class learning opportunities. Chughtai International School, Pakistan’s First IB World School exclusively for Early Years, stands as a cornerstone of his vision for the country’s future. With Uqaabi, the school’s eaglet mascot, Dr. Chughtai pays homage to Allama Iqbal’s Shaheen: a timeless symbol of aspiration, character, and excellence.
Dr Mariam Chughtai
Ground-breaking academic
Dr. Mariam Chughtai, a Harvard trained educationist, has dedicated her career to driving nationwide social transformation through education. Upon returning to Pakistan, she made her first major mark by founding the School of Education at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), setting new benchmarks for educational leadership and research. She also oversees Pakistan Programs at the Mittal South Asia Institute at Harvard University, strengthening global academic collaboration. Chughtai International School, Pakistan’s First IB World School exclusively for Early Years, forms a vital pillar of her vision for the country’s future. By empowering the nation’s youngest learners, Dr. Chughtai firmly believes Pakistan can overcome its pressing learning crisis and pave the way for long-term, sustainable progress
Mr. Ali Ezzeddine
Transformational educator and mentor Mr. Ali Ezzeddine has empowered scores of teachers across the world to excel in their practice. By integrating cutting-edge technology with innovative pedagogical approaches, he has championed meaningful learning in classrooms globally throughout his two-decade career. A passionate advocate for understanding the science of how children learn, Mr. Ezzeddine leverages world-class teacher training to help educators unlock every student’s potential. When not advancing educational practice worldwide, he writes thoughtfully crafted literature for children
Dr Yasira Waqar
Dr. Yasira Waqar is an education technology
specialist with deep expertise in curriculum
development and teacher training. She brings
extensive experience in integrating technology across grade levels and designing innovative, research-backed projects that elevate student learning. A United States-qualified educator, Dr. Waqar holds both a doctorate and a master’s degree in Instructional Technology from Columbia University, along with undergraduate degrees in Speech Pathology and Teacher Education. Her research focuses on the transformative role of technology in education, particularly its impact on teaching, learning, and instructional design. Through
her work, Dr. Waqar continues to shape future-ready classrooms with insight, rigor, and innovation.