Global Excellence Award 2025: GARI Unveils International Judges and Advisory Board Ahead of Final Nomination Deadline, ,

In a world increasingly driven by innovation and knowledge exchange, Dr. Jimoh Braimoh has emerged as a leading voice at the intersection of education, research, and global development. As the Founder and Global Chief Executive Officer of the Global Association for Research and Innovation (GARI) and Wenjibra University LLC, Dr. Braimoh’s work bridges continents—linking Africa, North America, Europe, and Asia through programs that advance research capacity, mentorship, and professional excellence. From its origins as an academic initiative in Nigeria in 2004 to its current headquarters in Austin, Texas, GARI has evolved into a global movement dedicated to fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration across borders.

Now, under Dr. Braimoh’s leadership, GARI’s Global Excellence Award enters its second phase, unveiling a distinguished panel of judges and an international advisory board representing six continents. This year’s cohort includes leaders such as Professor Marlyse Baptista (University of Pennsylvania), Narendra Babu Atmakuri (Panasonic Avionics), Dr. Ashish Dibouliya (Webster Bank USA), and Professor Donald Dyer (University of Mississippi), each lending expertise to uphold GARI’s standards of fairness, transparency, and excellence. Their participation underscores the Award’s commitment to diversity, merit‑based recognition, and global integrity, setting a new benchmark for research and innovation honors.

A Global Standard for Recognition
The Global Excellence Award, conferred by GARI, was established to honor individuals and organizations whose work demonstrates exceptional leadership, creativity, and impact across disciplines. Rooted in GARI’s mission to promote research‑driven innovation, the award bridges academic excellence and real‑world problem solving, recognizing achievements that advance humanity through knowledge, technology, and collaboration.

The 2025 edition reflects GARI’s commitment to global inclusivity, with nominations spanning six continents and representation across the sciences, business, health, and the arts. The award’s structure upholds international best practices through a transparent, merit‑based selection process evaluated by an independent panel of global experts.

Award categories (2025)

• Science & Technology – innovation in scientific advancement, engineering, and digital transformation.
• Business & Leadership – visionary executives, entrepreneurs, and institutional leaders driving sustainable enterprise.
• Health & Public Service – contributions to healthcare, wellness, and community development.
• Arts, Humanities & Education – creativity, culture, and transformative pedagogy.
• Policy, Governance & Social Impact – effective leadership in policy reform, civic engagement, and social change.
• Organizational & Institutional Excellence – organizations modeling ethical governance, innovation, and societal responsibility.

The 2025 nomination window opened October 1 and will close on December 1, 2025, with winners announced December 15, 2025. The program has already attracted a diverse range of applicants—universities, research centers, startups, and NGOs worldwide.

“The Global Excellence Award is more than a recognition; it’s a global affirmation of impact,” said Dr. Braimoh. “We’re celebrating people who transform ideas into progress and who prove that innovation, when guided by purpose, can change the world.”

Unveiling the Global Advisory Board
GARI proudly unveils its Global Advisory Board, a distinguished council of academic leaders, policy experts, and industry innovators representing six continents. The board shapes GARI’s long‑term strategy, ensuring fairness, inclusivity, and scholarly integrity.

Key members of the Advisory Board

• Professor Marlyse Baptista – President’s Distinguished Professor of Linguistics, University of Pennsylvania (North America)
• Professor Donald Dyer – Distinguished Professor of Modern Languages & Associate Dean, University of Mississippi (North America)
• Narendra Babu Atmakuri – Director, Panasonic Avionics (Asia)
• Dr. Ashish Dibouliya – Vice President, Webster Bank USA (North America)
• Dr. Anitha Paila – Director, Metropolitan Community College, Missouri (North America)
• Professor Yuliana Karagodina – Expert in International Relations, Europe
• Professor Luz María Jerez – Education and Leadership Specialist, Latin America
• Dr. Monir Hossain – Public Policy Analyst, Asia

“The Advisory Board embodies our belief that excellence knows no borders,” Dr. Braimoh said. “These global leaders represent expertise, diversity, and a shared commitment to advancing knowledge for humanity.”

Meet the Judges
The 2025 Judging Panel is a diverse team of experts from academia, industry, healthcare, business, and public policy, selected for professional merit, ethical leadership, and international impact.

Notable judges

• Dr. Abhijit Joshi – Director, Panasonic Avionics (India / U.S. / Canada)
• Professor Kingsley Chiwuike Ukaoha – Dean, Wigwe University (Nigeria)
• Dr. Ashok Kumar Dubey – Scientist, Eurofins BioPharma (Nepal / USA)
• Dr. Faustina Baah – Assistant Professor, Western New Mexico University (Ghana / USA)
• Adepeju Deborah Bello – Cybersecurity specialist, Barclays UK (UK / Nigeria / South America)
• Ravi Kiran Puvvada – SAP Application Architect, Averon Solutions (India / South Africa / USA)
• Oluwakemi Temitope Olayinka – Technical Product Manager, Cubeseed / IEEE (Nigeria / USA)
• Dr. Omolola Dorcas Atanda – Faculty researcher, Turkey / USA / Nigeria
• Benjamin Asamoah – CEO, Data Control Limited (Ghana / USA)
• Dr. Thompson Odion Igunma – Researcher, University of Florida (Nigeria / USA)

“Our judges reflect the diversity of excellence itself,” Dr. Braimoh added. “Their expertise reinforces a transparent, peer‑driven process focused on merit and global impact.”

Global Timeline & Next Milestones

• Nomination Period: October 1 – December 1, 2025. Submit entries through GARI’s portal.
• Evaluation & Selection: December 2 – December 10, 2025. Judges and the Advisory Board review nominations.
• Winners’ Announcement: December 15, 2025. Press releases across MarketWatch, MSN, Bloomberg, etc.
• Virtual Recognition Gala: January 2026. A global virtual event to celebrate the laureates and foster collaboration.

Beyond Recognition
For Dr. Jimoh Braimoh, the award is a catalyst for a borderless ecosystem of research, innovation, and mentorship. GARI’s programs—Research Mentorship & Publication Program, Distinguished Lecture Series, and the journal ecosystem under Wenjibra University Press—aim to empower professionals, young researchers, and institutions. The upcoming Wenjibra Foundation will support youth innovation and sustainability education, expanding AI‑powered learning infrastructure worldwide.

“Our mission is to redefine how knowledge serves humanity,” Dr. Braimoh affirms. “We’re building a community of thinkers and innovators who believe research is about dignity, empowerment, and shared progress.” The vision: recognition that sparks collaboration, and innovation that becomes a common language uniting nations toward a better, smarter, and more equitable world.

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