Dr. Ibrahim Odeh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at Columbia University, where he also serves as the director of research and founder of the Global Leaders in Construction Management (GLCM) initiative. His work primarily focuses on assisting leading construction firms with strategic management tasks, including business development, infrastructure analysis, and market entry strategies. Dr. Odeh has collaborated with major firms such as Skanska, AECOM, and Turner on various consulting projects.In addition to his research, Dr. Odeh teaches several courses related to construction engineering and management, including "Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control" and "Construction Project Management." He is recognized for his contributions to education, having been nominated for the 2016 Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching at Columbia University.Dr. Odeh holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Construction Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an MBA with an emphasis on Finance from the University of St. Thomas. He is actively involved in advisory roles with organizations such as the World Economic Forum and has received numerous awards for his innovative teaching methods.