Ali began his higher education journey at Temple University, where he earned a BBA and was a member of the International Business Association and the Fox School of Business Association. At the Massachusetts School of Law, Ali served as the Co-Founder and President of the International Law Students Association Chapter. Before pursuing an ELLM, Ali obtained a Graduate Certificate in forensic accounting & fraud examination.
Ali has over a decade of experience in law, business, and finance. In addition to his admissions expertise, he has held senior roles in the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of the Army, and Department of the Navy, specializing in contracting, acquisitions, policy, program management, and intelligence. He also serves as an arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and holds certifications in contracting and program management. Ali has been awarded scholarships at both SNHU and Boston University in recognition of his academic excellence.
In addition to his role as an arbitrator, Ali is an Adjunct Professor at multiple universities in the U.S. and abroad, where he develops and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in business and law. He has also served on the University of Windsor’s Advisory Board, where he read and evaluated more than 100 applications in a decision-making capacity.
As a counselor, Ali takes a structured yet flexible approach, helping students refine their applications through detail-oriented planning and goal-oriented strategies. His experience mentoring more than 100 students over the past decade has equipped him to provide effective support across all aspects of the admissions process.
Outside of his professional work, Ali is a member of the National Language Service Corps and is fluent in English and Arabic. He is passionate about youth mentorship, frequently coaching students in public speaking and professionalism.