Ryan is a Principal Consultant at ISG Information Services Group a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, where he leads smart manufacturing initiatives in Industry 4.0/5.0, Generative AI, and digital transformation. His expertise in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing and Automotive, has a strong focus on vendor sourcing, governance, and digital engineering strategies. He is also a Digital & AI Certified Fellow.
He is also the founder of Aabey LLC, a startup trying to bridge the gap between Technology and Hydroponics by integrating IIoT design methodologies that transform age-old farming processes into environmentally friendly smart-hydroponic greenhouses.
Podcast host: Tales of Dark Factories – Industry 5.0, leveraging AI to discuss the human-centric approach of emerging technologies with a hint of Sci-Fi and Smart Manufacturing.
- Awarded Wichita Business Journal’s Innovation Awards for the Modular Hydroponic IoT farm design.
- He was honored as Arab America’s 40 under 40 for his contributions to the Arab community in the US.
- Thinker360’s Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Generative AI
Accreditation:
- Degrees
- Masters of Science in Information Technology Management
- Western Governors University
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Communications
- Arts, Sciences, & Technology University
- Masters of Science in Information Technology Management
- Project Management & Methodologies
- PMI-PMP® PMI Institute
- PMI-CAPM® PMI Institute Jan 2020
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certified LSSWBC
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt Cert LSSWBC (Refresher course)
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certified LSSWBC
- IT Management
- IT Management Software and Databases Certificate. Transcript
- Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI)
- Generative AI The Evolution of Thoughtful Online Search
- Streamlining Your Work with Microsoft Bing Chat
- What Is Generative AI?
- Career Essentials in Generative AI by Microsoft and LinkedIn
- Leveraging Generative AI for Project Management
- Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Generative AI
- How to Research and Write Using Generative AI Tools
- GPT4 The New GPT Release and What You Need to Know
- Get Ready for Generative AI
- Digital Technologies Case Studies AI IOT Robotics Blockchain
- AI in Connected Products AIOT
- AWS – Generative AI for Executives
- Generative AI Overview for Project Managers PMI
- Cyber Security
- Cybersecurity Practices for Industrial Control Systems National Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Center & DoHS
- SQL Server Security Encryption And Masking
- IT Security Careers and Certifications
- Chief Technology Officer Career Guide
- Cybersecurity at Work 2020
- Cybersecurity Awareness Phishing Attacks
- Influence of IT Components on Industrial Control Systems
- Securing the IoT Security Risks
- IT Security Foundations Core Concepts
- Insights from a Cybersecurity Professional
- Industry 4.0 & IoT
- IoT Foundations Operating Systems Fundamentals
- IoT Certificate
- What is IoT?
- AI and Big Data in IoT
- Smarter Cities Using Data to Drive Urban Innovation
- Smart Cities Solving Urban Problems Using Technology
- IoT Foundations Standards and Ecosystems
- IoT Foundations Fundamentals
- AWS Internet of Things IoT Device Management
- Digital
- Social Media Emergency Management FEMA & Department of Homeland Security
- AWS
- Innovation & Sustainability
- ISG Learning Path
- Digital & AI Certified | Expert: Digital Engineering Track
- Following the Digital Thread
- Enterprise Architecture Foundations
- Data Strategy
- Learning Design Thinking
- Excel: Value Stream Mapping
- Foundations of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0)
- IoT Foundations: Fundamentals
- Learning Azure IoT Edge
- Securing the IoT: Security Risks
- Machine Learning and AI Foundations: Prediction, Causation, and Statistical Inference
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Software Architecture Foundations
- Introduction to ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance
- Sustainability as an Innovation Opportunity
- Digital & AI Certified | Expert: Digital Engineering Track
- Leadership & Communications (LinkedIn Learning)
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- Diversity Across Generations Supporting Workplace Inclusion
- Diversity Inclusion and Belonging
- Foundations of Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging
- Inclusion During Difficult Times
- Solving Business Problems
- Sales Foundations
- Influencing Others
- How to Present and Stay on Point
- Speaking Confidently and Effectively
- Being a Good Mentor
- Being a Good Mentee
- Communicating Across Cultures
- Strategies to Foster Inclusive Language at Work
- Unconscious Bias
- Acting Decisively
- Using Gender Inclusive Language
- Strategic Thinking
- Strategic Planning Foundations
- Solution Sales
- Psychological Safety Clear Blocks to Innovation Collaboration and RiskTaking
- Presenting Technical Information with Stories
- Pitching Your Ideas Strategically
- Developing Executive Presence
- Communicating with Confidence
- Communicating with Transparency
- Physical Workplace Training/Certs
- CPR AED First Aid
- Healthcare CPR / AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Elevated Heights
- Basic Fingerprint Processing
- In the Shop Manufacturing
- World Health Organization
- COVID-19 Operational Planning Guidelines & COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness & response Record of Achievement
- Incident Management System (tier 1) Certificate of Participation
- Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Certificate of Participation
- Delivering Bad News Effectively
- Diplomas
- Human Resources (Diploma)
- Human Resources Transcript
- Information Technology Management (Diploma)
- Information Technology Management Transcript
- Human Resources (Diploma)
- Workshops (Web & Software Development)
- Software Development at the Next Level | Best Practices by Yousef Chaker | Lab Activities: The Social Path and Pinterest | Mowgli Lebanon Entrepreneurs Jam (Le Gray) | Networking 961 (Bader Young Entrepreneurs Program) | Seeqnce Tech Ninjas Series #1 – Ruby on Rails | The Dream Matcher Monthly Events – Host | The Execution (Seeqnce) Top 5 Finalists as The Dream Matcher | Seeqnce Alumni | The New Era in Marketing: SOCIAL MEDIA | ThinkUP Mind Power Workshop think-up.me | Tweet Up with Minister Sehnaoui at Lebanese Ministry of Telecommunications | Entrepreneurs Brunch – Weekly | The Best of Global Marketing – The IDEAZ Factory International SAL | Startup Weekend Beirut – Event Organizer/Mentor
- CNHi Learning
- Leadership, Environmental, & WorkPlace courses
- CNH LMS learning system, over 100 courses
- Culinary
- Pre-Commis Chef cert from WorldChef World Association of Chefs’ Societies
- Photography
- Featured in Indie Treasure Calendar: Amazing Kansas – 2022 calendar 2 entries in February, 1 in March. PDF version
- Puzzle: Amazing Kansas V2. JPG version
- Puzzle: Amazing Kansas V3. JPG Version
- Honors and mentions
- Order of the Sword & Shield – Omicron Sigma Sigma – Member, March 9th, 2021
- OSS is an academic and professional honor society dedicated exclusively to homeland security, intelligence, emergency management, cyber and information security, and all protective security disciplines.
- GKIHS is a collegiate honor society for graduate and undergraduate students. Golden Key is built on the pillars of academics, leadership, and service, and GK’s chapters are committed to implementing service projects and leadership development for all students on their campus.
- Foundation of Leadership Certificate I issued Nov 8th 2021, FOL101-1. Foundation of Leadership Certificate II issued March 14th 2022, FOL101-2. The NSLS is an organization that provides a life-changing leadership program that helps students achieve personal growth, career success, and empowers them to have a positive impact in their communities. Mentioned by NSLS in Food Scarcity Community Impact article. Also profiled as a Business Leader in October’s newsletter.
- Ranked nationally #12 Dec 2022 in Feedspot’s Top 60 Lebanese Blogs and Websites
- Muay Thai Green Prajied
- Muay Thai International Association / Thai Ministry of Education / Grand Master Toddy – Bangkok Thailand
- Kru Jad Sakr – Prime Praetorians, Beirut Lebanon.
- Kickboxing Yellow Belt
- Boca Kickbocking – Boca Raton, Florida
- Interviewed by TheNewArab on Christmas culture.
- Order of the Sword & Shield – Omicron Sigma Sigma – Member, March 9th, 2021
- Bloggers Associations
- Internet Defense League 2013-2016
- International Bloggers Association 2014-2015
- Expat Blog contributor (now expat.com) 2014-2015
- International Web Association 2012-2013
- Mentoring and Volunteering
- CAUX Initiatives of Change (Switzerland) Tech Dep Volunteer 2014
- Initiatives of Change (IofC) is a world-wide movement of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds, who are committed to the transformation of society through changes in human motives and behavior, starting with their own.
- CAUX Initiatives of Change (Switzerland) Tech Dep Volunteer 2014
- AYDOL – Aabey’s Youth Dream Out Loud (Lebanon) – Volunteer Community Organizer 2003 – 2010Community NGO, targeted at youth’s involvement in society, culture, and the environment.
- Startup Weekend Mentor & event facilitator 2012
- Riverfest – Wichita Festivals Volunteer, CNH booth 2019, 2020, 2023
- Albert’s List (Los Angeles, CA) Mentor 2014 – 2021
- Mentored members for career advancement and interview readiness.
- WGU Western Governors University – Salt Lake City, UT
- Alumni Ambassador: Active member in managing the community for future, current, & past students. Refining/promoting educational resources made available by WGU.WGU Night Owl Network – Mentor in the professional community for WGU students & alumni.
- Selected Model Capstone for MS IT Management for 2020 school year
- Albert’s List (Los Angeles, CA) Mentor 2014 – 2021
- Publications
- Design, Implementation & Simulation of Fiber Optics Modulation using MATLAB Publication date Sep 9, 2009 (coauthor)
- Ryan’s Enchiridion Blog launched May 2011
- Why Sugar Gliders Bark: Petaurus Breviceps Publication date Sep 1, 2015
- The Dark Side of Social Media Ethics Blog launched June 2011 archived Sep 2015
- Onmyōdō: Pagan Purification, Lupercalia, & St. Valentine’s Publication date Feb 10, 2014
- IoT: SmartFactory of the Future (Design & Development)
- The Garden Classroom: Exciting and Educational Gardening Projects for Kids, Parents, Teachers, and Social Workers (Smart Garden Series) Kindle Edition
- Backyard Farming: A Guide to Permaculture and Hydroponics for the Home Gardener (Smart Garden Series) Kindle Edition
- Public Mentions
- Listed on Arab America Foundation’s 40 under 40
- Honoree 2022 Arab America is a national media organization founded with the purpose of promoting an accurate image of the Arab American community and the Arab world.
- 2022 Innovation Awards for the MHIoT Farm Product Design. March 10th 2022, Wichita Business Journal (Title sponsor Cox Business)”
- Create the Future” design contest under the “Sustainable Technology / Futures Energy” category and landed #53
- Profiled in Marquis Who’s Who 2023, a biographies publication of accomplished individuals
- Featured member in the National Society of Leadership and Success
- Using Technology to Fight Food Insecurity
- Member spotlight in September 2022
- Thinker360’s Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Generative AI 2024
- Contributed to 6 digital twin building blocks businesses need – and how AI fits in | ZDNET
- Moderated webinar for Wipro and Intel Future of Industry 4.0 with Private 5G Networks
- Awarded Corporate Vision News Aabey LLC (2023 Winner: Artificial Intelligence Awards) – Corporate Vision Magazine Most Pioneering IoT Hydroponics Solutions Company – USA
- ISG Profile and article links Ryan Hamze | ISG
- Sourcing Industry Conference profile Speaker Details: ISG Sourcing Industry Conference | 2024
- Listed on Arab America Foundation’s 40 under 40
“A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.” – Robert A. Heinlein, Time Enough for Love (1973)
