Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation New Chief of Knowledge and AI Advisor
Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has appointed Ron Young as the Chief of Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence Advisor to MBRF.
Since its inception in 2007 under the personal initiative of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, MBRF has been at the forefront of implementing pioneering programs.
These programs aim to establish Dubai and the UAE as global knowledge hubs.
Who is Ron Young ?
Ron Young founded Knowledge Associates in 1995 at St John’s Innovation Centre in Cambridge, UK.
This was an exciting time when new software tools collectively known as “Groupware” were emerging for the first time.
These tools enabled more effective collaboration in virtual teams.
Ron specializes in guiding organizations through knowledge transformation processes.
His focus is on integrating both human knowledge and AI-driven platforms to achieve extraordinary results.
He develops knowledge strategies, policies, governance models, standards, and knowledge systems.
Ron deeply understands the differences between Western and Eastern cultures in how they conceptualize knowledge.
Including US, European, Middle Eastern, and Asian perspectives.
He has been a lead research consultant for European Commission projects.
Published Works:
Ron Young is a joint author of several books, papers, conference proceedings, and courseware related to knowledge management and intellectual capital.
Some notable works include:
- Human Knowledge and AI in the Global Knowledge Economy (Unicom, 2023)
- Mastering the Global Knowledge Economy (Knowledge Associates, 2023)
- Intellectual Capital in the Digital Economy (Routledge, 2020)
- Knowledge Management Facilitators Guide, Tools and Techniques (APO, Tokyo, 2020)
- Knowledge Asset Management (Springer, 2003)
- Upside Down Management (McGraw Hill Europe, 1996)
Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation Mission
Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation mission is to empower future generations.
By facilitating knowledge and research development in the Arab World and beyond.
In his role as AI Advisor, Ron Young will play a crucial part in integrating various ISO standards, certifications and experiences with the recently announced ISO 42001 standard for AI management systems.
This world-leading development will enable Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation to advise and assist knowledge-based organizations.
From large government agencies to SMEs, in their critical knowledge transformation.
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Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of Mohammed bin Rashid Knowledge Foundation, emphasized:
“We have commitment to the UAE’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031.
MBRF aims to enhance knowledge transfer for individuals, teams, organizations, and knowledge-based societies worldwide.
By adopting the best methodologies and approaches.”
Ron Young expressed his delight in collaborating with MBRF on creating integrated knowledge and AI-driven management systems, furthering the organization’s mission.
It’s exciting to see such initiatives shaping the future of knowledge and artificial intelligence !
