Leadership and Governance
Nova Anglia College’s Leadership and Governance framework provides the strategic direction and oversight that underpin our commitment to academic excellence, student success, and institutional integrity. Guided by the Executive Leadership Team and overseen by the Board of Directors, the College maintains robust governance, effective risk management, and continuous improvement across all areas of operation. This framework ensures clear accountability, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the College’s strategic objectives. Together, our leaders and governors uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity in delivering higher education in Australia.

Hon. Gary Hardgrave
BOD Chair
The Honourable Gary Hardgrave serves as Chair of the Board of Directors at Nova Anglia College..

Michael Perschke
Member, Board of Directors | Industry Expert
Michael Perschke serves as a Member of the Board of Directors at Nova Anglia College..

Harpreet Kaur
BOD Member and CEO
Harpreet Kaur is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Director of Nova Anglia College..
Academic Board
The Academic Board is delegated full responsibility by the Board of Directors to be the principal body of NAC for decision-making, setting and monitoring academic policies and standards.
Prof. Remco Polman
Chair
Prof. Remco Polman serves on the Board of Directors and as Chair of the Academic Board at Nova Anglia College, contributing..

Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni
Dean
Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni, PhD, serves as Dean at Nova Anglia College, leading academic operations and strategic..

Prof. Xiaolin Wang
Academic Representative - School of Engineering, University of Tasmania
Prof. Xiaolin Wang is an independent member of the Academic Board at Nova Anglia College..
Course Advisory Committee
The Academic Board convenes a Course Advisory Committee for each broad discipline area that NAC delivers to provide industry and content specific advice and guidance..
Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni
Chair
Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni, PhD, serves as Dean at Nova Anglia College, leading academic operations and strategic..

Prof. Remco Polman
Governance Representative
Prof. Remco Polman serves on the Board of Directors and as Chair of the Course Advisory Committee at Nova Anglia College, contributing..

Mr. Tarkeshwar Rao
Industry representative - Munchen, Germany
Mr. Tarkeshwar Rao is an independent member of the Academic Board and Course Advisory Committee at NAC..

Dr. Boyuan Li
Course Coordinator
Dr. Boyuan Li serves as the Course coordinator and Lecturer at Nova Anglia College. With strong industry experience and 10+ years research background in electric vehicle engineering in University of Wollongong, Cranfield University and University of Surrey, he contributes to the development and continuous enhancement of EV-focused education programs at Nova Anglia College
Industry Advisory Board
The Academic Board convenes an Industry Advisory Board (IAB) for each program that NAC delivers to ensure the program remains relevant, innovative, and aligned with industry needs.

Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni
Chair
Dr. Hamidreza Mozayeni, PhD, serves as Dean at Nova Anglia College, leading academic operations and strategic..

Prof. Remco Polman
Governance Representative
Prof. Remco Polman serves on the Board of Directors and as Chair of the Industry Advisory Board at Nova Anglia College, contributing..

Mr. Drew Stevenson
Automotive Industry Expert
Mr. Drew Stevenson is a member of the Industry Advisory Board at Nova Anglia College, bringing his 25-year industry experience in automotive..

Mr. Jonathan Grummitt
Automotive Industry Expert
Mr. Jonathan Grummitt is an Industry Advisory Board Member at Nova Anglia College bringing his 20+ years..

Dr. Boyuan Li
Course Coordinator
Dr. Boyuan Li serves as the Course coordinator and Lecturer at Nova Anglia College. With strong industry experience and 10+ years research background in electric vehicle engineering in University of Wollongong, Cranfield University and University of Surrey, he contributes to the development and continuous enhancement of EV-focused education programs at Nova Anglia College

