Even from the outset of her career Shanna Parry was recognized as a rising star, renowned for outstanding achievements both as an educational leader and author of engaging, innovative curricula. Combining her passions for teaching, training and travel, she has since worked throughout the USA, Middle East, India and China serving as a director (Higher Education), headmaster (Secondary School) and consultant (K-12). Shanna brings a wealth of experience in a variety of critical areas.

In 2018 and 2019 Shanna was identified as top 30 in the Education category for Global Gurus among some of the worlds leading Education experts including Sir Ken Robinson, Eric Jensen, John Hattie and Robert J Marzano.

Shanna continues to travel extensively to meet the demands for her consulting expertise in administrative and teacher development, curriculum writing and language programs. Shanna has consistently delivered exceptional results for increasing and improving student achievement in all key areas, including language development, reading proficiency and writing skills.

In her role as Managing Partner of GSE she plays a key role in the day-to-day operations as well as pioneering creative models for international schools and providing groundbreaking training methods for directors, administrators, teachers, and students. Shanna builds and develops education experts.

Since graduating from the University of Stirling, Scotland in 2012 Duncan has been working and travelling around the world. From Beijing to Melbourne, Vancouver to County Durham, Duncan has been building his career in education and marketing.

Upon graduating Duncan moved to Beijing to take up a role as marketing manager for a fixed gear cycling company, before moving into the education sector back in his native United Kingdom. Over the years Duncan has served in a wide range of roles from; Administration Assistant, Language Assistant and SEN Coordinator. In 2017 Duncan was hired as Marketing and Admissions Manager at GSE’s first school in Malaysia, Kingsgate International School. After more than 2 years of helping to set up Kingsgate from a building site to a functioning international school, Duncan joined GSE full time as a Project Manager.

Duncan currently works on GSE projects in Vietnam, Malaysia, Myanmar and India.

As a certified examiner for both IELTS and TOEFL exams, Don possesses expert skills in the areas of student testing and placement. In addition, he has a proven track record of providing high-quality teacher training through his many presentations, workshops, and one-to-one mentoring. He still enjoys his first love – teaching – whenever time permits.

Don’s enterprises have taken him from the US to China, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand – and his travels extend to nearly 30 other countries. He is honored and excited to be currently based in Kuala Lumpur.

Steve has led several education projects in Australia and across the Middle East, working on behalf of institutions, NGOs and governments worldwide. He specializes in change management, performance improvement and has a proven track record in maximizing student achievement.

Steve is a proactive, positive and highly committed advisor with international educational reform, growth and transformation expertise.

Brent Werry holds a Masters Degree in Educational Management and has rich experience in education start-up projects across a variety of areas, specialising in International Early Childhood Education, Operation Management, Construction Management and Design, Marketing Strategy and Media.

Brent has worked as the Director for a top International Early Childhood Education Institution in China, overseeing campuses throughout China and also on the Leadership Team for a top level K-12 International School. Brent has achieved awards in both his construction projects and education teams.

A graduate of Cambridge University, Kingsley Wray is an expert in UK A Levels curriculum and has led projects in the Middle East, China and UK. He specializes in school performance and curriculum development as well as effective teams of education experts.