Sourabh Aggarwal — Co-Founder
I am a PhD Candidate in Management (Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship) at IAE Business School (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) and a Faculty Fellow focused on advancing innovation, entrepreneurship education, and AI-enabled learning environments in higher education. My research examines how business schools contribute to entrepreneurial ecosystems and sustainable development through their Third Mission. I am particularly interested in how universities can act as catalysts for innovation, regional development, and societal impact in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. I hold a Master of Educational Technology from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s in Cybersecurity and Forensic Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. This interdisciplinary training allows me to bridge entrepreneurship, technology management, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity education to design future-ready learning environments. Over the past decade, I have taught entrepreneurship, business management, information systems, and cybersecurity across Canadian and international institutions, including Vancouver Community College and Westcliff University. My teaching philosophy emphasizes empathy, clarity, and experiential learning, helping students develop confidence, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills. Beyond teaching and research, I contribute to academic governance, curriculum innovation, and program development. I remain actively engaged with innovation and cybersecurity communities through conferences such as BSides Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, and Seattle, connecting academic ideas with industry practice. Originally arriving in Canada with a passion for technology and education, I have built my academic career around the belief that education should empower people not only with knowledge, but with purpose, opportunity, and the courage to create meaningful change. Outside academia, I value time with my young family, nature, and reflective practice, which continually shape my approach to teaching and scholarship.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in educational technology and cybersecurity, specializing in innovation-driven learning environments.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Experience: 4 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Cybersecurity Education
- Artificial Intelligence (ai)
- Cybersecurity
- Project Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Educational Technology
- Business Strategy
Career Highlights
- PhD candidate focused on innovation and entrepreneurship education.
- Expert in integrating AI and cybersecurity in higher education.
- Proven track record in curriculum development and academic governance.
Work Experience
Westcliff University
Faculty Fellow (September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026) (8 mos)
Yorkville University
Sessional Instructor (BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration) (11 mos)
Vancouver Community College (VCC)
Sessional Instructor (Computer Systems Technology) (2 yrs 8 mos)
Westcliff University
Faculty Senate Secretary (5 mos)
College Representative (Faculty Affairs Committee) (3 mos)
Sessional Instructor (Management Information System - MIS) (3 yrs 10 mos)
Canadian College
Sessional Instructor (Business Management and Information Technology) (3 mos)
Confidential - Post-secondary institution in Canada
Program Chair – Information Technology (Cybersecurity Programs), Instructor & Curriculum Developer (3 yrs 3 mos)
Global Startup School at Tamwood Careers
Sessional Instructor (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) (2 mos)
iTED Consultant Inc.
Principal Consultant (4 yrs 4 mos)
Canadian College of Technology and Business (CCTB)
Program Chair – Information Technology (Cybersecurity Programs), Instructor & Curriculum Developer (1 yr 5 mos)
Hanson Canada
Sessional Instructor (Business Management) & Faculty Advisor (Enactus Club - Entrepreneurship) (1 yr 11 mos)
ILAC International College
Sessional Instructor (Technology and Business Management) (1 yr 6 mos)
Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics North America
Security Analyst (6 mos)
Espresso Dolce
Information Technology Manager (3 mos)
Staples
Associate Technology (2 mos)
ASPRzeaL INFORMATICS
Chief IT and Innovation Officer (5 yrs 5 mos)
HCL Technologies
Software Development Engineer Intern (5 mos)
Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
Software Development Engineer Intern (1 mo)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at IAE Business School
Master of Educational Technology (MET) at The University of British Columbia
Master of Administrative Science (30 Credits) at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) (168 Credits) at Lovely Professional University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at University of Victoria
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at Norwegian School of Economics (NHH)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at Handelshøgskolen (HHN)
Non-Medical (12th Class) at Golden Senior Seondary School,Gurdaspur (Punjab)
Non-Medical (11th Class) at Golden Senior Secondary School,Gurdaspur (Punjab)
10th Class at Golden Senior Secondary School,Gurdaspur (Punjab)