Altaf has over 25 years of experience in academic leadership and as a professor in post-secondary institutions as well as an entrepreneur and consultant in the private sector. He has teaching experiences at different prestigious institutions, such as Glion Institute of Higher Education (Switzerland), University of Guelph (Canada), and Conestoga College (Canada). Additionally, Altaf worked in the international fora through partnerships with institutions in China, India, Costa Rico, Montenegro, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Altaf is the founder and CEO of Alzen Consulting Inc. specializing in Hospitality, Tourism and Event industry. Formerly, he was the academic chair for the School of Hospitality & Tourism at Algonquin College, as well as past chair of Heads of Hospitality & Tourism Ontario (HOHTO).

Under Altaf’s leadership, he led the design, development, and delivery of eight new programs including the first-ever Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (Honors) degree in Eastern Ontario. He also led the design and board approval of Bachelor of Event, Sport, and Entertainment (Honors) degree.

Altaf has published numerous articles on hospitality and tourism in academic journals, and continues to contribute as a guest lecturer, consultant and external auditor for colleges and universities. He is a frequent panelist and moderator for global hospitality and tourism conferences and seminars.

Altaf is a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his exemplary work in the field of education and has received an award from Meetings Professionals International (MPI) for National Meetings Influencer. He holds a DBA from California Southern University and an MBA from University of Guelph. Altaf continues to give his time and knowledge through volunteering and serving on boards and committees.