AI Workshop

Marco Poisler

Adjunct Professor, University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering, COO – Global Energy & Capital Projects, UTC Overseas, Inc.

Marco Poisler, a key figure in global logistics, serves on UTC's Global Executive Management Team and Board of Directors. Born in Jersey City, he studied economics at Georgetown University and earned a Master's in Transportation from SUNY Maritime. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, with working knowledge of Ukrainian, Mr. Poisler has been instrumental in establishing strategic Global Energy & Capital Project offices worldwide.

As an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen Engineering Supply Chain & Logistics Technology Program, Marco teaches "Project Logistics" developed by Margaret Kidd. He is currently pursuing an Executive Doctorate in Business Administration at UH Bauer, focusing on the intersection of AI and logistics under the guidance of Dr. Meng Li, founder of the Human-Centered AI Institute. This cutting-edge research complements his extensive industry experience, bridging theoretical advancements with practical applications in global supply chains.

Mr. Poisler’s community involvement includes serving on the Houston Maritime Education Center board and various trade associations. He co-authored the textbook "Project Logistics: The Universal Transportation Course."

With a strong background in economics, transportation, global logistics, and insights into emerging technologies, Mr. Poisler continues to make significant contributions to UTC Overseas and the industry. His leadership, combined with his commitment to education, innovative research, and community involvement, positions him as a key figure in shaping the future of global transportation and logistics.

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Elizabeth Green

Technology Executive and Emerging-Technology Strategist

Alonix Technologies

Elizabeth Green is a technology executive and emerging-technology strategist working at the intersection of AI, logistics modernization, and security. She is a co-founder and executive leader at Alonix Technologies, where she helps global logistics and industrial organizations apply AI to unstructured data, fragmented systems, and complex supply-chain operations.

A contributor to Fast Company’s Executive Board and author of Post-Quantum Ready, Elizabeth advises executives on where AI delivers real ROI today—and why quantum-ready security is becoming a board-level issue for global trade and infrastructure leaders.

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Christophe Grammare

Chief Operating Officer

AAL Shipping (AAL)

Christophe joined AAL Shipping (AAL) in 2005, already bringing with him broad and expansive shipping sector experience. Initially based in the carrier’s Australian office he has since held escalating management roles across AAL’s chartering and commercial activities in Asia, Europe and America becoming a board member in 2009. Today, he is the Company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Christophe has extensive hands-on experience dealing with AAL’s key accounts, suppliers, cargoes and operations, and has been integral to the expansion of the company from a regional carrier to a leading global multi-purpose project heavy lift operator.
 

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Dr. Muhammad Usman Tariq

Chair of Research Development and Doctoral Studies

Abu Dhabi University, UAE

Dr Muhammad Usman Tariq is a strategic higher education leader with more than 18 years of international experience across the the Middle East, and Asia. He holds dual doctorates—a PhD in Artificial Intelligence (Applied Computational Intelligence) and a DBA in Management Management—supported by an MA in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and an MS in Computing (Software Engineering). A Principal Fellow of Advance HE (PFHEA), Chartered Fellow of the CIPD (CFCIPD), Senior Fellow of SEDA, Senior Member of IEEE, and Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE).

Dr Tariq combines academic credibility with strategic and operational leadership. His expertise spans accreditation and quality assurance, digital learning transformation, institutional governance, and strategic human resource development.

Dr Tariq has led programme and curriculum design, academic incubators, research laboratories, and international partnerships across higher education, aviation, finance, and technology sectors. Passionate about future-focused universities, he is committed to advancing innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable institutional impact at scale.
 

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Gautham Krishnan

Global Category Manager & SME – Logistics

Fluor

Gautham works with Fluor’s global logistics and supply chain function. He is a qualified Naval Architect from Cochin University of Science & Technology and holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. Gautham is experienced in leading Project Logistics Challenges and LogTech Implementation. He has worked towards packaging project logistics solutions, heavylift engineering challenges and leads initiatives in market research and digital transformation. He has also worked in Business Development, M&A and Government consulting prior to Fluor. He was bestowed with the 30-under-30  Supply Chain Rising Star Award by Institute of Supply Management, US, and the 40-Under-40 Global recognition by Antwerp XL in 2023.
 
Fluor provides professional and technical solutions that deliver safe, well-executed, capital-efficient projects to clients around the world. For more than 100 years, Fluor has provided engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services that are the essential building blocks of development and progress. With world-class expertise in engineering, technology, supply chain, program management, and construction management, Fluor is a leader in the global construction industry and is ranked No. 196 on the Fortune® 500 list. Fluor’s 41,000 employees active in over 60 countries provide deep experience in engineering, technology, supply chain, program management, and construction management. Fluor has the knowledge and reach to tackle tough challenges, delivering projects on time, within budget, and with an outstanding HSE record.
 

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Namir Khanbabi

General Manager

Swire Projects

Namir Khanbabi is the General Manager of Swire Projects, the heavy lift and project cargo shipping division of Swire Shipping, based in Singapore. He brings nearly 20 years of senior leadership experience across the multipurpose, heavy lift, and project cargo shipping sectors.

In his current role, Namir is responsible for the overall management, strategic direction, and operational performance of Swire Projects, delivering tailored shipping solutions for complex global industrial projects.
Namir has held senior leadership roles with several leading project cargo shipping companies. Prior to Swire Shipping, he served as Director, Asia & Oceania at Zeamarine and Director at AAL Shipping, supporting global tramp and liner services across the breakbulk, heavy lift, and project cargo markets. Earlier in his career, he was Managing Director at Beluga Projects.

Namir is passionate about the project cargo industry and is a strong advocate for innovation, technology, and more sustainable practices to support its long term progress.

 

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