Álvaro González is a Project Manager at El Cuartel, an award-winning creative agency based in Málaga, Spain. His interdisciplinary background spans studies in Arts, vocational degrees in Architecture, Interior Design, Marketing, and Advertising, and a degree in Advertising & Public Relations. Álvaro has built a diverse international career, including key roles with luxury outfitter Dahlgren Duck in London and digital platform Hormone University in New York City. At El Cuartel, he leverages his spatial and strategic expertise to lead complex projects and co-lead "Look Here"—Andalusia’s pioneering high-performance creative school connecting rising talent with industry practice.

Anna Bondi is a Program Coordinator at MOBT Global, bringing extensive international experience to her role supporting the coordination and implementation of faculty-led and customized programs. She holds two Bachelor’s Degrees from Seton Hall University in International Relations and Diplomacy and Modern Languages, with a minor in Asian Studies, as well as study abroad experience at Beijing University in China. Anna served in the Peace Corps as an English Teacher and Teacher Trainer in Indonesia, worked as an English Teaching Assistant in Madrid, Spain, and supported the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Professional Fellows Program (YSEALI PFP) in Washington, D.C. At MOBT Global, she works closely with partners to manage logistics and create meaningful, student-centered educational experiences. Driven by a passion for global education and cross-cultural learning.

Emileigh Stoll is a Senior Academic Advisor with the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. Her passion for international exchange began as a first-generation undergraduate at Central Michigan University, where she completed three study abroad programs. After serving two years in AmeriCorps, she earned her Master's in Student Affairs Administration from Michigan State University. Emileigh has twice served as a staff lead for Carlson Global Institute faculty-led programs in New Zealand, Morocco, and Spain, empowering first-generation students to build confidence as global travelers. Outside of advising, she loves exploring Minneapolis's food, arts, and thrifting scenes, and playing Pokémon Go at the Mall of America.

Imane Chouki holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the National School of Business and Management. Her university years helped her curate extensive experience with program planning and execution. Her interests lie in social and associative work; she has joined the LIONS Group, ENACTUS Group, and ARM Association, executing many regional programs and operations. She is social and fun loving, with great enthusiasm for meeting and connecting with different individuals. Her interests in creative fields, such as reading, writing, and art appreciation, fuel her passion for human fellowship and compassion. As a Program Assistant at MOBT Global, she supports our study abroad programs by ensuring smooth coordination and a welcoming experience for international students.

Louis Shannon is an international education specialist and program director at MOBT Global, focusing on faculty-led program development, provider-university collaboration, and emergency risk management. Working closely with university administrators and ground teams, Louis designs custom study abroad itineraries and operational workflows that align academic learning objectives with on-ground safety and logistical execution. His work emphasizes empowering ground teams, supporting faculty preparedness, and facilitating seamless communication and risk mitigation protocols during international short-term programs.

Margaret J. Godbey, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of English at Coker University, where she has taught since 2011. She also serves as the Director of the Writer's Studio, Director of Educational Travel, and Fulbright Program Advisor. Dr. Godbey holds degrees from New York University (B.F.A.), DePaul University (M.A. in English), and Temple University (Ph.D. in English), with research focusing on 19th-century British literature, children’s and young adult literature, and folklore. Dedicated to broadening student horizons, her favorite aspect of being a Coker Cobra is fostering a global perspective by helping students discover the world and travel, often for the very first time.

Mary Krebs manages undergraduate instructor-led study abroad programs at the University of Minnesota's Carlson Global Institute. In her role, she oversees program development, student eligibility, academic preparation, and global enrichment experiences across various international destinations. Beyond academic administration, she actively contributes to student support initiatives for global learning, including developing pre-departure resources on health, well-being, and mental health management while studying abroad.

Nora Belahcen Fitzgerald is an American-Moroccan social entrepreneur and the founding president of the Amal Women’s Training Center in Marrakech. Growing up in Morocco with American parents, her multicultural upbringing inspired her to advocate for vulnerable communities. In 2012, after encountering a struggling mother on the streets, Nora realized the urgent need to support women trapped in poverty. She launched Amal, a nonprofit and solidarity restaurant that equips disadvantaged women, such as widows, divorcees, and former child maids, with professional culinary and hospitality skills. Under her guidance, Amal grew to feature a catering operation and a sign language cafe for the deaf, earning Nora the 2023 Champions of Change award from The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Her mission centers on using food as a tool to rebuild dignity and create lasting economic independence.

Yassine Echcherki is an international educator and global mobility leader with expertise in cross-cultural programming and global education operations. In executive leadership at MOBT Global, he oversees study abroad and faculty-led programs, drives institutional partnerships, and leads staff training in risk management and global citizenship. His higher education career includes roles at Case Western Reserve University, Edmonds College, and service with the U.S. Peace Corps. A U.S. Dept of State MEPI alumnus, Yassine holds a B.S. in Business Administration & Marketing and an M.S. in IT & Administrative Management (Data Analytics) from Central Washington University.