Our Team

With nearly twenty years in U.S. public higher education, including his role as Associate Vice President for Global Affairs at the University of Arizona, Palm has focused on educational access and global engagement.

His experiences at Harvard, York St. John University, and Beijing International Studies University make him a frequent speaker on educational innovation and global leadership. Palm has spoken at major conferences on topics like international programming and interdisciplinary education.

In 2012, Palm’s team received the NAFSA Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization, and in 2017, his office won the Andrew Heiskell Award for Innovation in International Education from the IIE.

Dr. Bruce M. Mackh is a scholar-practitioner, strategist, and executive coach with deep expertise in higher education leadership, academic operations, and institutional reform. Dr. Mackh previously served as faculty member and instructor at Michigan State University, the University of Alabama, Texas Tech University and as Vice Provost and Chief Accreditation Officer at Wright State University. He has led initiatives in program prioritization, academic business planning, accreditation, online education redesign, and student success, managing budgets of nearly $20 million and advancing institutional alignment with mission and strategy. He has secured major grants, developed workforce-aligned programs, and built partnerships with K-12 schools, community colleges, industry, and international institutions.

Dr. Mackh is internationally cited and recognized in the top 2% of researchers by views at academia.edu, Dr. Mackh’s scholarship spans curriculum and pedagogy, leadership, organizational design, and critical studies. His books, including Teaching for Retention (2024) and Higher Education by Design (2018), reflect a career devoted to improving student success and academic quality.

Higher education now stands at an inflection point—a moment defined not by crisis alone but by the opportunity to redefine its purpose, structure, and global footprint. In his leadership capacity with Catalina Global, Dr. Mackh works with presidents, provosts, and boards to build globally competitive, student-centered institutions. His executive coaching sharpens decision-making, strengthens governance, and equips higher educationto navigate the 21^st century challenges and lead with courage and integrity.

Dr. Mackh holds a PhD from Texas Tech University, an MFA from Tulane, and a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. He is completing an EdD in Higher Education Leadership at St. Cloud State University, alongside executive certificates from Cornell and Harvard in operations management and executive leadership coaching.

A recognized leader in strategic enrollment management in higher education, Dr. Selby has more than 22 years of Higher Education experience and has served as the chief enrollment officer at multiple institutions, most as Vice President for Enrollment Management at Chadron State College.

She holds a doctorate in Higher Education Leadership, a master’s degree in public administration management and leadership, and a bachelor’s degree in business management with a concentration in marketing.

Bruce Wang has nearly 15 years of experience in the international higher education. He has held director roles at Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona, where he established a strong foothold for the universities’ engagement across Asia, including institutional partnerships and dual-degree programs that tripled Asian student enrollment. Wang possesses an extensive portfolio of innovative initiatives, including a branch office in Beijing and a global campus in Shanghai.

Wang holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing and a master’s degree in Educational Psychology from Northern Arizona University, where he was honored as a student representative to meet and learn from CEO and Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett. Wang also earned an MBA from the University of Arizona and completed the Global Business Certificate program at Harvard Business School. As a former international student, Wang is a firm believer in the power of global education that can transform individuals into ambassadors of positive change.

As an accomplished MBA professional with a experienced background spanning operations, procurement, marketing, and partnership management, Mr. Jain brings a unique combination of qualitative skills and expertise to his role. His broad skill set, coupled with his specialized focus on relationship management, allow Mr. Jain to navigate the multifaceted challenges and opportunities present in today’s international higher education environment. His ability to seamlessly integrate his knowledge and relationship-building capabilities ensures that he can effectively address the complexities and demands of this dynamic field of international higher education.