Philip A. D’Agati is an expert on the use of sports in international relations and nationalism, international organizations, and the role of international sport in Asia. He received an MA in Comparative Politics & Public Administration, an MA in World History, and a PhD in Political Science from Northeastern University and currently teaches Political Science at his alma mater. He is the author of three books, has conducted sports-focused field research in five countries on three continents and has consulted on bids to host the Olympics. D’Agati is a member of the advisory board of the National Council on US-Arab Relations and is an active volunteer in his local community.
D’Agati is a dedicated professional with 15 years of experience in higher education, 10 years of experience as a political consultant, and 5 years as an expert consultant on Sports and Politics at the domestic and international level. He advised the number one ranked Model Arab League team and Model NATO Team for close to 10 years and helped build a top 25 Model UN team. He has participated in and led international study visits to Canada, Egypt, Netherlands, Japan, and Qatar.
In his local community, D’Agati is a member and leader of local volunteer organizations and his parish. He is currently serving as the Grand Knight of the Andover Knights of Columbus, the director of the Bell Choir and the Head of the Liturgical Art/Environment Ministry at St. Augustine Parish, and the Webmaster of the Massachusetts State Knights of Columbus. He is the member of several organizations and ministries in Andover and North Andover.