Vafa Mostaghim is a journalism professional and media analyst with over two decades of experience in strategic communication, media studies, and discourse analysis. He holds a B.S. in Advertising and Marketing Communications and an M.A. in Strategic Communications, combining academic expertise and practical persuasive communication experience. He is also the founder of the Iran 1400 Project and serves as president of Iran 1400 Inc., a nonprofit initiative fostering dialogue on the evolution of ideas and institutions in Iran.