Abdul Chohan is a former Senior leader, Principal and CEO of a Multi Academy trust.

He is also the Co-founder of The Olive Tree School in Bolton, UK.

Abdul is also an award-winning Learning Technology consultant based in the UK. Working with international educational organisations as well as devising learning strategies based on mobile technology platforms, Abdul has pioneered the embedded use of learning technologies for
students and teachers alike. His programmes focus on ‘Simplicty and Reliability’, and have extended beyond the traditional school environment to impact families and the the wider communities that the schools serve.

Apple refers to Abdul as ‘one of the most innovative educators in the world’ https://
www.apple.com/uk/education/apple-distinguished-educator/). In 2011, his work at Essa
Academy won the award under the ‘Outstanding ICT Learning Initiative’ by the The Times
Education Awards of 2011(see http://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storyCode=6095717 &
http://www.essaacademy.org/press--awards.html ) Indeed, the BBC’s Technology
correspondent, Rory Cellan-Jones’s interview with Abdul provides a deep insight into the
learning experience pioneered by Abdul. (see http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/
technology-20667870 ).

Over the past 14 years, Abdul has led, developed and successfully implemented and supported digital learning strategies in various organisations across the UK.

In an international context, Abdul has engaged with Ministries of Education
including India, Australia, Singapore and Iceland in a range of activities including
workshops and thought leadership conversations. Abdul currently supports schools in
Denmark and Sweden with the development of a clear mobile based learning strategy.