Prof. Ahmed Banafa — CEO
• Outstanding Lecturer Award (2025–2026), San Jose State University • Haskell Award for Distinguished Teaching, University of Massachusetts Lowell (2023) • Five-time recipient, Instructor of the Year Award • Award-winning author of 11 books and 300+ articles spanning Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Quantum Computing • Recognized as a Top Voice in Artificial Intelligence by LinkedIn (2024) • Ranked No. 1 Tech Voice to Follow on LinkedIn (2016) • Named LinkedIn Technology Influencer and “Fortune Teller” (2018) • Selected as one of “Who’s Who in IoT” (2022) Books & Recognition: • Artificial Intelligence in Action (2025) — Author & Artist Award, San Jose State University (2025) • Introduction to AI and Transformative AI (2024) — Author & Artist Award (2024) • Quantum Computing & Other Transformative Technologies (2022) — Author & Artist Award (2022) • Blockchain Technology and Applications — recognized among “Best Private Blockchain Books of All Time” (BookAuthority) • Secure and Smart Internet of Things — recognized among “Best Technology & AI Books of All Time” (BookAuthority) • Author of foundational texts: Introduction to IoT, Introduction to Blockchain, Introduction to Quantum Computing • Recipient of multiple Author & Artist Awards, San Jose State University (2019–2025) Media, Research & Global Recognition • Featured expert across major media outlets: ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, AP, Reuters, BBC • Interviewed by leading publications including Time, Nature, Forbes, MIT Technology Review, Computerworld, and Techonomy • Member, MIT Technology Review Global Panel • Contributor to IEEE IoT, IBM Cloud, IBM Big Data & Analytics Hub, HPE Insights, and LinkedIn • Research cited in patents, academic theses, and international conferences • Articles translated into multiple languages, including French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and Norwegian Leadership & Impact: • Frequent keynote speaker at international technology conferences • Recognized for simplifying complex technologies into clear, actionable insights • Strong expertise in emerging technologies, strategic analysis, and future trends • Honored with the Certificate of Honor, City and County of San Francisco
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Higher Education and Technology expert with a focus on AI, IoT, and Cybersecurity.
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Experience: 26 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence (ai)
- Teaching
- Consulting
- Internet Of Things (iot)
Career Highlights
- Award-winning author with 11 books and 300+ articles.
- Recognized as a Top Voice in Artificial Intelligence by LinkedIn.
- Frequent keynote speaker at international technology conferences.
Work Experience
Northeastern University MGEN
Part-Time Faculty (3 yrs)
Stanford University
Instructor, Stanford Continuing Studies (5 yrs)
California State University - East Bay
Adjunct Faculty (9 yrs)
San Jose State University (SJSU) - Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering
Academic Advisor (6 yrs)
Faculty (12 yrs 4 mos)
San Francisco Bay University
Faculty and Director of Continuing Education & Special Programs (11 yrs)
SAE Expression College
Adjunct Faculty (3 yrs)
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Online Instructor and Course Developer (12 yrs)
ServiceRocket
Part-Time Technical Trainer (1 yr)
Purdue Global
Online Adjunct Faculty (13 yrs)
Walden University
Online Contributing Faculty & SME (11 yrs)
National University
Online Adjunct Faculty (5 yrs)
UC Berkeley Extension
Instructor and Course Develpoer (9 yrs)
Cisco Systems (Latitude Communications Unit)
Technical Specialist for Managed Services (0 mo)
Heald College
Faculty (15 yrs)
Ohlone College
Part-Time Instructor (0 mo)
Education
Master's degree at Lehigh University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at Università Selinunte
