Ahmad Sweed, DBA (Candidate)
Lead Faculty
Professor Sweed is a Senior Decision Science Product Engineer at Disney and a seasoned software engineering expert with extensive experience in machine learning, AI, and product design. He has taught at several institutions, including UC San Diego, USC, UCI, and Stanton University. With his strong real-world industry background and hands-on teaching approach, he is a
Jennifer G. Thomas, CPA – Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Jennifer Thomas is a Certified Public Accountant with 30 years of experience in accounting, tax compliance, and financial advisory services. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from San Diego State University. She is the founder of a San Diego-based CPA firm that provides tax, accounting, and outsourced CFO
Robert Pacheco, MS in Cybersecurity
Adjunct Faculty
I am a seasoned IT professional with a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity and a certification in CompTIA Security+. Over the past few years, I’ve developed extensive experience in network management, cybersecurity, and system optimization across various industries. While this is my first time teaching in a formal school setting, I’ve spent several years tutoring college
Jerry Yonga, IT
Adjunct Faculty
Professor Jerry Yonga brings over 30 years of experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Project Management, and AI integration. He is a published author of over 30 books and has taught internationally in the U.S., Africa, Asia, and Europe. His current research and teaching focus on the intersection of digital transformation, ethical hacking, and leadership in
Brent Wilson, PhD
Adjunct Faculty
Dr. Wilson is the Chief Technology Officer for Hum, and has been directing product research and metallurgical analysis for railroad specific applications from both academic and industrial positions for over 20-years. Throughout his career, he has been working toward continuous improvement in both product reliability and performance through the application of technological advancements to new
Dr. Mohammad Almuhana – Chief Academic Officer
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Mohammad Almuhana is the Chief Academic Officer at SSU. He believes strongly in the power of education to transform lives and is committed to leadership that prioritizes students, supports academic excellence, and promotes continuous growth in higher education. He holds a doctorate in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics and is currently a CPA candidate
Mark Missler, MBA
Adjunct Faculty
Mark is a seasoned veteran of the Food, Beverage, and Hospitality industries. He has held a variety of positions including Restauranteur, General Manager, Hotel Food and Beverage Director, and Hotel/Restaurant Consultant. He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Management, a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management from Hawaii Pacific University, is a trained Chef, and a
Iren Miklos – Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Iren Miklos received a BA degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from San Diego State University. Iren has worked for various organizations in the Controller/Accountant role and for more than twenty years she has been the managing partner of a group providing financial accounting services for various organizations.
Melissa Carlito, MA
Adjunct Faculty
My name is Melissa Carlito, and I am a humanities professor at Southern States University. I received my BA and MA in Film Studies and History from Chapman University. My personal belief is that film, television and music are not “throw away media” but a political, historical, and social time capsule that can teach future
Christopher Young, MA
Adjunct Faculty
Chris Young has worked collectively in federal government for over twenty-three years. As an officer in the U.S. Navy, he spent time in the conventional maritime fleet and in Naval Special Warfare, receiving multiple commendations and earning the rank of Lieutenant. Chris’ career as a Special Agent for the U.S Department of State has allowed
