About SAP

Dr. Omar Sharaf combines expertise in linguistics and technology, beginning his career as a computational linguist developing language processing solutions from 2010 to 2015. His academic career includes serving as a lecturer in Arabic and Semitic Studies at the University of Heidelberg, demonstrating his expertise in linguistic studies. His transition to corporate learning began in 2018 when he joined a UK-based software company as Senior Learning Services Concept Manager, where he oversaw training material development. Currently serving as Senior Knowledge Portfolio Manager at SAP since September 2022, he manages knowledge portfolios for various SAP solutions. Through his Coursera course "Implementing an SAP Solution," he shares his expertise in enterprise software implementation and knowledge management. His unique combination of linguistic expertise and technical knowledge allows him to bridge the gap between complex technical concepts and effective learning solutions.

Leslie Reynolds serves as a Principal Education Consultant and Product Learning Expert at SAP, bringing over 15 years of experience in SAP education and implementation. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she has established herself as a leading authority in SAP training and certification. Her expertise spans multiple SAP solutions, evidenced by her numerous certifications including SAP Business AI Portfolio, SAP Cloud ERP, and SAP Service Cloud. As an SAP Authorized Instructor, she develops comprehensive learning curricula and certification materials while contributing to Coursera through her course "Designing an SAP Solution." Her passion for democratizing SAP education extends beyond traditional customer training to reach a broader audience of learners. Her work includes providing subject matter expertise for SAP Learning curriculum development, digital learning content creation, and certification exam design, making complex SAP solutions accessible to diverse learners worldwide.

Martin Gollogly serves as Director of University Alliances at SAP EMEA North, where he has played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academia and industry since 2004. His career includes a decade as an IT industry analyst specializing in software and networking industries, particularly focusing on major tech companies like SAP, Accenture, and Microsoft. As Program Manager and Course Designer at SAP, he has managed relationships with over 200 universities and impacted more than 100,000 students through the SAP University Alliances Program across Europe and Latin America. His recent achievements include launching the SAP Next-Gen Lab at Nottingham University's Digital Centre of Excellence, aimed at addressing the critical digital skills shortage in the industry

Miguel Alcobia serves as a SAP Product Learning Senior Specialist, bringing over 25 years of experience with SAP solutions since 1998. Based in the Netherlands since 2016, he works within the SAP Learning organization, where he combines his expertise in technology and compliance. His extensive international experience spans more than 30 countries, working with organizations across diverse sectors including Public Sector and Defense, Automotive, Utilities, and Oil industries. Through his Coursera course "SAP Customer Engagement and Discovery," he shares insights gained from his global consulting experience. His teaching approach draws from his practical experience implementing SAP solutions across various business environments, from small enterprises to large corporations. His expertise in both technical implementation and compliance makes him a valuable contributor to SAP's educational initiatives, helping professionals understand the complexities of enterprise software solutions in different cultural and business contexts.