Pro. Ali GhaffarianHoseini is a Senior Academic Strategist, Visionary People Leader, and Champion of Transformational Change Management with over two decades of experience in Academic Management. He is a member of the Artificial Intelligence Reference Group at the Office of the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor, an Evaluator at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, and a Delegate of the College of Assessors at Royal Society Te Aparangi. He holds various key positions at Auckland University of Technology and is a recognized expert in Architectural Engineering, Green Building, and Smart Cities. Professor GhaffarianHoseini is a globally recognized scientist with over 200 international patents and publications. His research focuses on integrating advanced technologies with sustainable development, particularly in Smart Cities, BIM, Digital Twins, and Climate Adaptation. He has led international collaborations, secured significant funding, and received numerous awards. In curriculum leadership, he has developed and accredited academic programs, established research laboratories, and mentored numerous academicians.

He has served as an international assessor for several prestigious organizations and government projects. He co-founded the RESPONSIVE + GREEN Urban Built Environment Laboratory, focusing on sustainable urban development. Professor GhaffarianHoseini maintains strong academic and professional partnerships globally, contributing significantly to research and education in sustainable built environments.