ABOUT DR. SAM SAMUEL

CONSULTANT & MENTOR

Education | Non-profits & Social Enterprises | SME’s | Strategy Development | Turnaround & Crisis Management | Personal Development

Dr. Sam Samuel is a leader & mentor with more than 23 years of International, cross-functional, multi-cultural expertise. His top management experiences cut across corporate businesses, non-profits and social enterprises, in diverse fields such as technology, media, education, youth development & community welfare. His unique straddling of both the corporate world & the social sector enables him to be an apt arbitrator in corporate-social sector partnerships. It also facilitates divergent thinking and brings about a pragmatic approach to non-profits & social enterprises, strengthened with business best practices.

Leadership | 6 Corporate Enterprises & 5 Non-profits, & 6 Boards
Organization Mentor | 15+ Start-Ups & 4 Social Enterprises
Turnaround Strategist | 8 Companies
Speaker & Trainer | 200+ Keynote addresses & 50+ Corporate & Youth Trainings
Researcher & Author | 2 Books, 11 Publications & 4 Funded Projects
Awards | 10+ International & local recognitions

Dr. Samuel's core expertise is in value generation, business development, turnaround management and crisis management, gained through the cross-cultural experiences amassed over 2 decades in senior management roles. This cuts across various for-profit & non-profit sectors, particularly IT, Education and Advertising, Digital Media and Public Sector. He strives to bring the social element to businesses and the business element to social enterprises.

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Key offerings

  • General Management
  • Brand Management & Recognition
  • Operations Management
  • Turnaround & Crisis Management
  • Tactic & Strategic Management
  • Innovation consulting
  • Management Consulting
  • Business strategy Consulting / Management
  • Productivity Enhancement plans/Trainings
  • Change Management
  • Human Resource Development
  • New product development
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Organization Mentoring
  • Mentoring, Team Development & Motivation
  • Business Planning & Design
  • Non-profit Development
  • Performance Measurement
  • Educational Leadership
  • Positive Psychology & Holistic Wellness
  • Lean Management
  • Team Leadership

Causes & Interests

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Nonprofits
  • Education
  • Psychological Well-being
  • Life Coaching
  • Social Welfare
  • Social Enterprises & Start Ups
  • Trainings & Seminars

Summary

Director of the Board

New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON), US

Jan 2024 – Till Date

NYCON, along with its affiliates Council Services Plus, Good Causes, and BoardStrong, is a trusted resource and advocate for charitable nonprofits in New York State. The organization is dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector by providing essential services including training, consulting, insurance, and advocacy. Guided by the belief that nonprofits are essential partners in creating a just and compassionate society, NYCON fosters collaboration among organizations to address societal challenges.

Director of the Board

Abbott House, US

Feb 2023 – Till Date

Abbott House is a non-profit established in 1963, offering Foster care programs, Residential support, community school services, and training programs, serving foster children, foster families, adults and children with disabilities, and immigrant children. Serving as the Director of the Board of Abbott House, and is member of sub-committees such as Strategy Committee, Development Committee, and Finance Committee.

Founding President

Anjappam Charitable Trust, India

April 2016 - Till Date

Anjappam is a social enterprise food aid project in Kerala that is serving the hungry through a chain of economy restaurants in India. Anjappam provides free access to good food to all, regardless of financial limitations.Serving the organization as President since its inception.
Established and grew the project from a single outlet in 2016 to six such outlets in Kerala, India by 2021. The project has so far served around 400,000 people free of cost and also has been able to offer disaster relief and aid throughout crises like multiple natural calamities and the Covid-19 pandemic.

President

Tau Trust, India

May 2022 - Till Date

Tau Trust is a non-profit organization based in Kerala, India. The two Tau centers are hubs for community interaction and are also spaces for emotional wellbeing, offering various services such as community gardening, engagement sessions, and counseling services, while short–term shelter services are under development. Tau Kavu is a crowd-funded project under Tau Trust, inspired by Miyawaki forest and modeled on the traditional Kaavu & is creating and nurturing a natural habitat and ecological system within Kochi city. Serving as President of the Trust, driving its initiatives.

Advisory Board Member & Mentor

MinD (Mobility in Dystrophy) Trust, India

Aug 2021 - Till Date

MinD (Mobility in Dystrophy) Trust is a non-profit founded in Kerala in 2017. It functions as a fellowship of patients having Muscular Dystrophy (MD) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), disorders causing severe mobility challenges. Serving as Advisory Board Member & Mentor for the core management of the Trust.

Advisory Board Member

Nonprofits and Higher Education Institutes

Part of Advisory Boards of various Non-profits and Higher Education Institutes such as Different Art Center, India; Wings of Women’s World, Sultanate of Oman; Muscat College, Sultanate of Oman; Arab Open University, Oman; and Standing Committee (Academics), National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE), Government of India. Member of Advisory Committee, Care & Special Education, a special education facility in Oman. Distinguished Fellow of NFED (National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development)

Business Mentor

BBL, US; TCI Consulting Inc, US & Accend, UAE

Acts as the Organization Mentor for various organizations. These include – BluBerry Labs, a digital media house headquartered in NY, TCI Consulting Inc, a consultancy based in NY; and Accend, a digital media company in UAE. Also serving as Voluntary Mentor through SCORE Mentors, Queens and Business Mentor New York - a program of Empire State Development, powered by Micromentor.

Consultant & Business Advisor

Turnaround Management, Strategic Consultancy & Business Mentoring

Business Advisor & Consultant for budding Entrepreneurs & start-ups, SME's, and financially/ operationally troubled enterprises (for-profits/Non-profits) offering Business Mentoring, Strategic Consultancy & Turnaround Management.

Chairman

Board of Directors, Indian Schools in Oman, Oman

April 2018 - Mar 2021

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Indian Schools in Oman, the apex body that oversees the functioning of all the Indian Schools in Oman, for the term 2018-2021. Previously, he has served as an elected Director of the Board from April 2016 – March 2018.

Vice Chairman & Director

Board of Directors, Knowledge Oman, Sultanate of Oman

Jan 2020 – Jan 2023

Knowledge Oman is an award winning volunteer organization in Oman. As Vice-Chairman & BOD Director, Dr Sam has lead the organization towards supporting HM's Vision for a knowledge-based economy. He had been associated with the organization in various roles since 2012.

Speaker & Trainer

Keynote speaker / Certified Career Coach / Faculty Development & Corporate Trainer
An academic and educational speaker & trainer, handling diverse topics like Education, Career Skills, Career Guidance, Positive Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Social Enterprises, Corporate Leadership, Technology, Empowerment

Author & Researcher

Author of the Malayalam books “Kanamethumillathe”, a memoir published by DC Books in 2020 and “Gandhi,” a part of the series, DC Quiz, published by DC Books in 2022.
He is also a researcher contributing to academic research papers & is a part of multiple research projects funded by the Sultanate of Oman. Approved reviewer, Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, Oman (Earlier named as The Research Council).

Services

Life Coaching

Dr Samuel is an experienced life coach dedicated to guiding individuals on a transformative journey towards personal empowerment…

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Business Mentoring

Sometimes, every business needs a fresh perspective and feedback. This is where Dr. Sam comes in, with his deep understanding of market dynamics….

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Strategic Consultancy

Dr Samuel brings a wealth of experience in strategic planning and implementation and is adept at crafting customized solutions that align with your organizational goals….

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Change Management

In the ever evolving landscape of businesses, Change Management helps organizations adapt, grow, and thrive. Seasoned expert Dr Samuel guides organizations through ….

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Social Impact Mentoring

Dr. Sam extends his Mentoring to non-governmental and non-profit organizations, associations and individuals who seek to create an impact in the community...

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Partnerships

As an individual and as a consultant, Dr. Sam is always open towards associations and partnerships that add value to the society...

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Board Services

Dr. Sam brings with him diverse cross cultural experience and expertise. He is as committed and passionate about offering mentoring and strategic skills for social...

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Speaking Engagements

Dr. Sam is a frequent and passionate orator on the topics and causes of interest. He can be reached for both motivational and educational speaking engagements, for events...

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RESOURCES

  • Articles & Publications
  • Videos
  • Media

Kanamethumillathe

A memoir in Malayalam language published by DC Books in 2020

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Gandhi

A quiz book on the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi, published by DC Books as part of the series, DC Quiz, in 2022.

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Can less be more?

As published in the media The Arabian Stories Weekly Digital Magazine. December 2023.

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To be or Not to Be

As published in the media The Arabian Stories Weekly Digital Magazine. September 2023.

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Student satisfaction in secondary education: an empirical study of Indian expatriate students

Journal of Research in International Education, Volume: 21 issue: 1, page(s): 73-83

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Smart Analysis of Learners Performance Using Learning Analytics for Improving Academic Progression: A Case Study Model.

Smart Analysis of Learners Performance Using Learning Analytics for Improving Academic Progression: A Case Study Model. Sustainability.

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A new back to school milestone

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. September 2021.

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Channeling aspirations towards fulfilment

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. August 2021.

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Covid-19 & Students – ensuring emotional wellbeing

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. August 2021.

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Moving from Failure to Growth!

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. July 2021.

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Converge to one unique path

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. July 2021.

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Outside is a World of Opportunities – Explore it!

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. July 2021.

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Looking inwards – How will it lead you to your career?

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. June 2021.

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The Road to Career Development

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. June 2021.

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Recipe for the Perfect Career

As published in the newspaper Times of Oman, as part of a Career Guidance Series. June 2021.

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Learners’ Performance Evaluation Measurement Using Learning Analytics in Moodle (2021)

In: Joshi A., Mahmud M., Ragel R.G., Thakur N.V. (eds) Information and Communication Technology for Competitive Strategies (ICTCS 2020).

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Challenges and responsibilities during school reopening post- COVID-19: A strategic approach.

Educational practices during the COVID-19 viral outbreak: International perspectives (pp. 199–220). ISTES Organization.


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Influence of Demotivators on Acceptance of Technology: Challenges of Expatriate School Teachers while Imparting Online Teaching

International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research,. 19 (8), pp. 155- 172, Aug 2020

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Psychological and Operational Challenges in Educational Challenges in Educational Field amidst Pandemic

Revista Românească pentru Educaţie Multidimensională, Volume 12, Issue 2, Aug 2020



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Rethink teaching learning beyond Covid-19

As published in Oman Observer





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The beloved leader of the people

A Tribute to Late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, published by Oman Observer on 17th January, 2020

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Social Media and Entrepreneurship

The Social Sciences, 11 (5), Medwell Publication., 2016

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Socializing your Business

First Oman Tech Awards Event Catalogue, 2016

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Entrepreneurship in Social-Media Services in Oman – A Socio-Economic Scanning of the Sultanate

Asian Social Science; Vol. 12, No. 4; 2016

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For more videos, check out the YouTube channel, Sam’s Talk

Jyothi Nilayam Socio Literary Award Ceremony - Highlights

June 2022

A glimpse of the Jyothi Nilayam Socio Literary Award Ceremony highlights, for the award received in recognition of the book Kanamethumillathe & and the social service carried out through the food aid project Anjappam.

Christmas Greetings

Dec 2021

Christmas Greetings for the media house, Media One

Anjappam Inauguration Ceremony Speech

Dec 2021

The Inaugural speech during the Inauguration of the Tiruvalla branch of Anjappam in Dec 2021.

Meditation Videos [English & Malayalam]

2021

A collection of short and easy Meditation exercises designed for beginners and intermediate practitioners aiming to introduce Mindfulness practice and practice relaxation techniques, self-love, gratitude, focus and mindful eating. Suitable for children, teens, and adults alike.

Anjappam –6th Year [Malayalam]

2021

A video commemorating the journey of Anjappam, as we enter into 6th year of existence. Anjappam is a social food aid project, conceptualized by Fr Bobby Jose Kattikkadu and executed by “Team Anjappam”, a team of volunteers.

Lessons from Covid-19 [Malayalam]

Sep 2020

A Malayalam video on the lessons learned from the unprecedented months of Covid-19. Via MediaOne.

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Get creative: How to bring the best out of your kids during the COVID-19 pandemic?

August 2020

Motivational video on Creativity and making the best of time.

Vijayathinte Aadhaara Shilakal

July 2020

Success Motivational Video in Malayalam via SoulPost

Nissamgatha ee kaalagattathinte shaapam [Malayalam]

May 2020

Motivational video in Malayalam on Apathy - Via Soul Post

Press: Dr. Sam Samuel elected as Director of the Board, NYCON

Oct 2023
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Interview: Oman Economic Review: The Classrooms of the Future

March 2021

‘The Classrooms of the Future’ as published in the Oman Economic Review (OER) Dossier, Digital Transformation 2021: Rise of the Digital Ecosystem, 2021

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Interview: The Arabian Stories: Future of schools depend on community support, says Dr. Baby Sam, the outgoing Chairman of Indian schools in Oman

March 2021

Interview with The Arabian Stories, on the achievements during his term including fulfilling the Vision 2020, the challenges during the pandemic and the future of schooling in the Sultanate.

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Interview: Muscat Daily: Holistic Development of students to continue

March 2021

Interview with Muscat Daily on the initiatives of the Board of Indian Schools in Oman to ensure holistic development

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Interview: Times of Oman: Enabling pupils to continue education top achievement

March 2021

Interview with Times of Oman, on ensuring academic continuity during Covid-19 and other achievements as Chairman of the Indian School Board

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6. കനമേതുമില്ലാതെ | Book Introduction

Introduction of the Malayalam Book “Kanamethumillathe”, a Memoir written by Dr. Sam Samuel published by DC Books.

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TAS ICONS: Holistic education is the future, says Dr. Baby Sam Saamuel

Nov 2020

Featured as one of the 50 TAS Icons, as part of the 50th National Day

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Oman’s 50th National Day: A blessed past, a promising future

Nov 2020

Commemorating the country’s journey over the past five decades, and their aspirations for the future as part of the 50th National Day

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Cover Story: Leading through grassroots

Sep 2020

A cover story on educational leadership as Chairman, Board of Directors, Indian Schools in Oman, featured in September 2020 edition of Mentor Magazine.

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Video:Webinar Panel Interview: Times of Oman

June 2020
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Press: Chairman of Indian School Board wins special jury award

March 2020
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Dubai Release of the book 'Kanamethumillathe' published by DC Books

Feb 2020
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Video Interview: Why holistic education is important: Dr. Baby Sam Samuel | SpotLight | The Arabian Stories

Dec 2019
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Anjappam Kondu Randaralaksham Pere...

July 2019

As published by Emerging Kerala, DC Books, July 2019 edition.

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Business Talk - Take life one day at a time

2019

Take life one day at a time, a Business Talk segment published by Times of Oman

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Oman's Inspiring CEO's

Oman's Inspiring CEO's, special focus on jobs creation and entrepreneurship, published by Oman Observer for 48th Glorious National Day National Day, 2018

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Interview: Business Matters

May 2018

A short feature interview as appeared in "In Conversation", published by Faces Oman, May 2018

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Awards & Recognition

Distinguished SRM Alumni Award (2023)

Jyothi Nilayam Socio Literary Award, Jyothi Nilayam, 2022

Community Leadership Award, Knowledge Oman, 2022

Entrepreneurial Excellence Award, National Foundation for Entrepreneurship Development (NFED), (2021)

TAS ICON - One of the top 50 inspiring personalities in Oman by The Arabian Stories, 2020

Special Judges commendation award,
GESS Education Awards 2020

Outstanding Leadership Award,
International School Awards, India (2019)

Mahatma Gandhi Samman Award,
NRI Welfare Society (London), House of Commons (2019)

International Educator Award for Leadership in
"Education & Empowerment",
International Conference and Awards, Dubai (2019)

"Oman's Inspiring CEOs", Oman Observer (2018)

"Consultant of the month" & One of the top 25
most promising media & Crises Consultants for 2017,
Consultants Review Magazine (2017)

Golden Achievement Award for
Business Consulting Services,Global Media in association
with Kerala Chamber of Commerce (2016)

Recognition for "Social Entrepreneurship and
Social Commitment", World Malayale Council (2016)

"Top 46 leaders in the nation", Top Business Leaders
a tribute to HM's Leadership, Oman Observer (2016)

Most Valuable Member, Knowledge Oman (2013)

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