Leadership Team

At GBSB Global Business School, our governance structure reflects a commitment to excellence, integrity and strategic vision. Our leadership team consists of distinguished professionals and industry experts who are dedicated to guiding the institution toward continued growth and innovation.

The executive and academic leadership work together to maintain the highest standards of education, foster an inclusive learning environment, and ensure that our programs remain responsive to the dynamic needs of global business.

Our governance structure focuses on accountability and transparency, creating a framework that supports effective decision-making and long-term success. With decades of collective experience in academia, industry, and research, our leadership team is driven by a common mission: to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of business leaders.

Managing Director

Leadership Team

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  Dr. Wiktor Patena

  Dean and executive president

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  Xavier Arola Perez

  Head of careers, alumni and Entrepreneurship centre

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  Dr. Hind Naaman

  Head of Studies and Academic Operations

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  Dr. Dawid Wosik

  Head of Quality Assurance

Advisory Board

GBSB Global’s esteemed Advisory Board is composed of industry and education experts from Malta, Spain and other countries, representing a range of professional disciplines. The Advisory Board provides guidance and direction to GBSB Global’s faculty, staff, administration and institution on complex issues related to trends and research in our areas of focus.

As an organization, GBSB Global is a pioneer in business education and continues to revolutionize its teaching methods. The Advisory Board exemplifies the diversity seen globally and fosters collaboration and networking among the organization’s leadership. This diversity enables Board members to oversee a range of disciplines and deliver academic programs that prepare students for highly competitive international careers.

As advocates for the communities in which they serve in Malta and Europe, Board members act as liaisons, communicating vital information and providing independent and unbiased advice to the Executive Committee from relevant stakeholders, assisting in the identification of key activities, events and investments. Meetings are held on a semi-annual basis and are chaired by the Advisory Board Chair with mandatory attendance by the Global Managing Director and other key members..

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  Dr. Richard Hazenberg

  Head of research at the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact at the University of Northampton, UK

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  Jan Lachenmayer

  Managing Director of Enpact

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  Manuel Matos

  CEO of Tokiota

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  Elisenda Tarrats

  coordinator of the Entrepreneurship unit at Universitat de Vic (UVic)

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  Alejandro González San Román

  Professor of Universidad pontificia comillas icai-icade

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  Jordi López

  Managing Director of the Santander-InnoEnergy

• Guifre Belloso Manera

  Entrepreneurship adviser at barcelona activa

• Jordi Castells Cuscullola 

  Advisor for high performance teams in innovation at growinnminds

Global Recognition

GBSB Global Business School holds prestigious accreditations and recognitions from leading educational bodies, confirming our commitment to excellence:

• MFHEA (Malta): Authorized to offer accredited programs under the Maltese Higher Education Framework.
• ASIC (UK): Recognized for excellence in international education.
• ACBSP (USA): Accredited by a leading global accreditor of business programs.
• Generalitat de Catalunya: Authorized to offer internationally recognized diploma and certificate programs. 
• Regional Government of Madrid: GBSB Global Business School received approval from the Spanish government for its Business Bachelor with Management program in Madrid.

Campuses

Our Core Values

At GBSB Global, our mission is to drive business innovation and contribute to global economic development by empowering future leaders. Through an education that is entrepreneurial in spirit, ethical in focus, and global in scope, we cultivate the skills and mindset needed to shape a dynamic and responsible business world.

Entrepreneurship at GBSB Global

Our G-Accelerator program fosters entrepreneurial ambitions by providing

• Personalized mentorship and business development guidance.
• Specialized workshops and resources tailored to startups.
• The Impact Call, a 6-month pre-acceleration program that supports startups with social, economic, and environmental impact goals.

A Launchpad for Leaders and Innovators

GBSB Global Business School is more than an academic institution – it is a launchpad for future leaders, entrepreneurs and change makers. Whether you want to excel in a corporate career, start a business, or gain a competitive edge in the global marketplace, GBSB Global provides the knowledge, skills, and network to help you succeed.