Historian and anthropologist specializing in security and defense issues, dedicated to the study of social memory linked to armed conflicts. Expert in strategic communication and participatory processes for natural hazard disaster risk reduction, Director of Communications at Georespect.

Business Manager with almost 20 years of experience in Leadership and Management role at ALDI IRELAND, currently engaging and building thriving communities at Orcawise - expert in fostering relationship and driving engagement for responsible AI.

Ishtiaq is a geologist by degree and is currently working as Director and CEO of a startup HyRes Geoscience Limited.
Prior to HyRes, Ishtiaq worked as Operations Manager of Weatherford Labs in Pakistan and later in Saudi leading KSA, Bahrain and Pakistan business units.

A social activist, Journalist, policy researcher, communication and advocacy professional with more than 18 years of professional experience and an exceptional track record in stakeholder engagement, public policy, and strategic planning digital communications and operation.