MIAMI LAKES, FL, January 19, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dr. Juan Tapia Sanchez has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Tapia Sanchez holds a PhD in Education with an emphasis on Curriculum Design and Instruction from Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas, providing the foundation for his work in academic governance, curriculum development, and program quality assurance. His graduate education also includes a master's degree in psychology from Florida National University (2023) and a master's degree in management and strategic leadership from Metropolitan University in Miami (2012). He completed doctoral-level coursework toward a Doctor of Business Administration with a focus on management and global business at Keiser University.

Dr. Tapia Sanchez has established a distinguished career in higher education, marked by progressive leadership roles and a commitment to academic excellence. Since 2025, he has served as executive vice president and chief academic officer at Mackenzie University, where he oversees the institution's academic operations and has assumed presidential responsibilities as needed. In this capacity, Dr. Tapia Sanchez acts as provost, focusing on the continuous improvement of educational programs, comprehensive curriculum review and faculty development. His efforts are directed toward challenging faculty members and ensuring that academic departments operate at the highest standards of effectiveness.

In addition to his executive leadership at Mackenzie University, Dr. Tapia Sanchez is also the founder and owner of Benchmark Accrediting Solutions Group, established in 2023. Under his direction, the firm employs 10 professionals with doctoral degrees and provides consulting services to institutions across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. The organization specializes in international accreditation, regulatory compliance, academic policy development and institutional transformation, guiding clients through evaluations aligned with major accrediting standards such as the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. Through Benchmark Accrediting Solutions Group, Dr. Tapia Sanchez publishes articles addressing critical issues in accreditation, including faculty syllabus requirements and common challenges encountered during the accreditation process.

Dr Tapia served as executive vice president and provost at URBE University from 2017 to 2020, where he led strategic planning efforts focused on accreditation readiness and faculty development. Earlier in his career, Dr. Tapia Sanchez was dean of academic affairs at Atlantis University from 2012 to 2017. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing program development and quality assurance measures that enhanced the university's academic reputation.

Dr. Tapia Sanchez's expertise extends into academia, where he serves as a professor in master's programs in business administration at several institutions. Since 2022, he has taught at MUST University, delivering graduate-level instruction in business administration. He has concurrently held professorial appointments at United International College since 2019 and San Ignacio University in Miami since 2017. In these roles, he has contributed to curriculum development across various disciplines, including education, leadership, business, law, psychology, economics, and emerging technologies. His teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, real-world application and inclusive practices designed to foster student engagement and professional growth.

His academic preparation is further strengthened by graduate training in human resources management, strategic marketing, economics and finance, allowing him to integrate educational leadership with organizational strategy and workforce development. Dr. Tapia Sanchez began his professional formation in law, earning a bachelor's degree in legal studies (1995) and a Juris Doctor (1999), credentials that continue to inform his work in academic policy, compliance, and institutional governance.

Since 2025, Dr. Tapia Sanchez has served as Associate Dean of Graduate Programs at San Ignacio University, where he provides leadership in curriculum alignment, faculty oversight, and graduate program development. In this role, he supports academic quality, accreditation readiness, and student success across advanced degree programs.

Demonstrating a strong commitment to educational access and social impact, Dr. Tapia Sanchez also founded the Center for Inclusion and Transitional Education, an initiative dedicated to supporting adolescents and young adults with special needs through life-skills education, academic preparation, and pathways to employment.

Dr. Tapia Sanchez attributes much of his professional success to the unwavering support of his family, particularly his wife, whose encouragement has been instrumental throughout his career. He identifies discipline, consistency, honesty, and loyalty as core values guiding his work in academia and leadership.

In his personal life, he remains deeply committed to educational achievement. His daughter graduated with highest honors in natural sciences and is currently pursuing admission to medical school. His wife is an accomplished professor, fluent in four languages, holds a degree in English, and has earned a PhD in Education.

In addition to his administrative and leadership roles, Dr. Tapia Sanchez is a published scholar and author of 12 books, reflecting his longstanding dedication to research, academic writing, and knowledge dissemination. He is also engaged in civic and educational service through volunteer work with United International College, supporting initiatives focused on expanding access to quality education.

Guided by the values of discipline, consistency, honesty, and loyalty, Dr. Tapia Sanchez continues to advance innovative educational models that bridge academia, workforce needs, and community development.

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