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Woolf Governance Structure

Woolf’s leadership team combines academic and operational expertise within a comprehensive governance framework, ensuring global educational excellence, regulatory compliance, and institutional integrity.

Head of Institution

Woolf employs sophisticated monitoring systems that integrate academic oversight with technological capabilities:

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Dr. Joshua Broggi

Rector and Head of Institution

Provides academic leadership and strategic direction, holding a doctorate with published academic work.

Administration Team

Experienced professionals managing operations, compliance, student services, and institutional development across our global network.

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Dr. Donald Nations

Secretary

Experienced leader, consultant, coach, educator, and advisor focused on organizational and individual transformation and growth. Love higher education, humanitarian/charitable service, investing in people, learning, and being part of the solution. I served as a pastor for several years before moving into coaching and then added the startup ecosystem and higher education.

Dr. Matthew Wootton

Curriculum Quality Assurance

Dr. Matthew Wootton is an experienced strategist with a background spanning academic accreditation, compliance, customer success, and digital content. He is known for his ability to quickly learn, adapt, and solve complex problems across varied domains. Matthew also brings deep expertise in social research, with a PhD in Human Geography from the University of Durham and a track record of designing and managing research projects from start to finish.

Dr. Yajnaseni Mukherjee

Curriculum Quality Assurance

Dr. Yajnaseni Mukherjee is an accomplished educationist with over 20 years of experience in the higher education sector. She currently serves as Assistant Professor at Amity Institute of English Studies and Research, Amity University, India. Her work spans curriculum development, academic content design, and research supervision at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. A prolific researcher, she has contributed to journals, books, and academic conferences, reflecting her deep commitment to advancing education and scholarship.

Aparajita Verma

Compliance Officer

Aparajita Verma is an experienced compliance professional with a focus on regulatory governance, risk management, and institutional integrity. She holds a B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) from Symbiosis International University in India. Aparajita began her career as a Legal Analyst in Mumbai, where she gained expertise in corporate law, compliance frameworks, and forensic investigations. She later joined UBS Bank as an AML Compliance Analyst, supporting anti-money laundering operations and regulatory governance. At Woolf, she serves as an Accreditation and Compliance Specialist, applying her legal background to help uphold global academic standards and strengthen institutional oversight.

Dr. Aderomola Onaadepo

Compliance Officer

Dr. Aderomola Onaadepo is a data-driven professional with a strong foundation in project management, research, and analytical strategy. With experience collaborating with BASF and presenting at global conferences, he brings deep expertise in data analysis, experimental design, and stakeholder engagement. Aderomola is proficient in SQL, Excel, and data visualisation, with interests in data governance, security, and business intelligence. He is passionate about using data to solve complex problems and drive decision-making in research-intensive environments.

Dr. Marten Krijgsman

Quality Assurance Officer

Dr. Marten Kriejgsman is an Accreditation Consultant at Woolf, with over a decade of experience driving educational quality and digital transformation in higher education. He previously worked on strategic projects at a top global university and has also consulted in the pharmaceutical sector on large-scale initiatives. Marten holds a D.Phil. and M.Phil. from the University of Oxford, with a focus on inter disciplinary research across the Humanities and Social Sciences. His interests include digital humanities, innovation studies, and cultural heritage.

Madhav Shankar

Compliance Officer

Madhav Shankar is an experienced compliance professional with a strong background in law and education. He holds a BA LL.B.(Hons.) from National Law University, Delhi, and an LL.M. in Law and Technology from Tilburg University in the Netherlands. He began his career as a practicing lawyer in New Delhi before moving into corporate M&A analysis, focusing on regulatory due diligence. Madhav has also served as Assistant Professor and Assistant Dean at Jindal Global Law School, contributing to curriculum development and institutional compliance. He now works as an Academic Compliance Specialist, combining legal insight with academic standards.

Dr. K Singh

Compliance Officer

Dr. Kiran Jot Singh is Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of Industrial Relations at Chandigarh University, India. He holds a PGDM from IIM Rohtak and a PhD in Human–Robot Interaction. His research explores the intersection of technology and well-being, with interests in human-computer interaction and happiness studies. Dr. Singh has filed 12 patents and leads several funded research projects. His work bridges academic inquiry and practical application in emerging technologies.

Himadri Desai

Compliance Officer

Himadri Desai is a globally trained legal specialist with expertise in international law, technology law, and commercial regulation. She earned her LL.M. from Penn State Law as a full-merit scholar and holds a B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) from Symbiosis International University in India. Himadri began her legal career in criminal litigation in India before transitioning to U.S. practice, focusing on personal injury and immigration law. As an Academic Compliance Specialist at Woolf, she applies her legal acumen to uphold rigorous academic standards and ensure procedural integrity across institutions.

Faculty Council and Committee Structure

Deans leading individual colleges at Woolf, each bringing specialized expertise in their academic disciplines.

Faculty Council

All members of Woolf’s Faculty across all colleges are equally members of the Woolf Faculty Council.

Election of committee representatives

Academic Finance Committee

The Faculty Council represents all active faculty members and operates as the primary academic governance body:

Two Faculty Representatives elected by Faculty Council
Head of Institution (ex officio)
Secretary of Woolf (ex officio)
Advisor for Equality and Diversity

Comprehensive Compliance Structure

Malta Higher Education Authority Compliance

Licensed under MFHEA requirements (License 2019-015)
Regular reporting and audit participation
Adherence to European Standards and Guidelines (ESG 2015)
Quality assurance framework maintenance

European Union Compliance

ECTS credit system implementation
EUROPASS integration and recognition
Bologna Process adherence
European Qualifications Framework alignment

Data Protection and Privacy

GDPR compliance for all student and faculty data
Secure data storage with multiple backup systems
Professional verification services for identity confirmation
Confidential records management protocols

Ongoing Monitoring

Periodic compliance reviews and audits
Regular policy updates reflecting regulatory changes
External quality assurance participation
Stakeholder feedback integration