NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The World Education Service (WES) has appointed Dr. Fanta Au, Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premzic, and Ajay Patel to its Board of Directors, effective January 2024. did. Aw is an executive officer. Chamorro-Premuzic is the director and CEO of NAFSA: Association of International Educators. He is the chief innovation officer of ManpowerGroup, and Patel is the president of Vancouver Community College.
“We are pleased to welcome Fanta, Thomas and Ajay to our Board of Directors. Each is a highly regarded leader who brings a wealth of experience, perspective and unwavering commitment to WES’s multifaceted and dynamic work. ” said Audrey Hendry, WES Board Chair. “We look forward to working with each of them to shape the future of WES.”
“The addition of these three new members to the Board of Directors is an important milestone for WES, and we are honored to welcome these talented individuals to our company,” said WES CEO and Executive Director. said Esther T. Benjamin. “Fanta’s extensive experience in the fields of international education and higher education management, Thomas’ expertise in innovative data-driven solutions, and Ajay’s visionary leadership in post-secondary education in Canada will undoubtedly help us Their strategic insight and dedication will play a vital role in guiding WES to continued growth and success.”
“I have known WES for many years and am proud to join the board,” said Orr. “I am committed to using my background to advocate for the transformative power of education on a global scale through the work of WES.”
“I am honored to be elected as a new member of the WES Board of Directors,” said Chamorro-Premzic. “I look forward to contributing my skills and passion to the important work ahead and collaborating with other board members as we collectively advance WES’s mission to learn, work and grow in new places. looking forward to it.”
“I am excited and humbled to accept my role as a new board member,” said Patel. “Together with everyone at WES, I am confident that we can accomplish great things and bring meaningful change to the international education community.”
Fanta O
Currently NAFSA's Executive Director and CEO, Aw previously served as NAFSA's Chairman and Board Chair from 2013 to 2016. Aw dedicated his academic studies and his professional career to American University in Washington, DC, where he earned various degrees including a PhD in sociology. He talks about international education, social stratification, and cross-border migration. Aw has also held various leadership positions at American University, most recently serving as vice provost for undergraduate admissions, campus life, and inclusive excellence. In 2023, American University honored Aw for his outstanding contributions to the university.
Tomas Chamorro-Premzic
Chamorro-Premuzic has served as Chief Innovation Officer at ManpowerGroup since 2018, leading the Center of Excellence for Assessment and Analytics, developing data-driven solutions and insights to drive predictable performance. We are creating new value for our clients and candidates. His expertise lies in leveraging people, analytics and evaluation to help individuals better understand themselves and businesses better understand their employees. Chamorro-Premuzic is Professor of Business Psychology at University College London and Visiting Professor at Columbia University in New York. He has been recognized by various prestigious professional bodies for his valuable contributions to the field of psychology.
Ajay Patel
Patel has served as president of Vancouver Community College since 2020. He has over 20 years of experience supporting post-secondary students, employees, and the educational community. Prior to joining the College, he served as Vice President for External Development at the College, where he directed College Development, Communications and Marketing, Continuing Research, Institutional Research, International Education, and the Langara Foundation. Did. In 2022, Patel was appointed to the British Columbia Multicultural Advisory Council, which advises the Minister of Multiculturalism on issues related to anti-racism and multiculturalism.
About World Education Services
Founded in 1974, WES is a not-for-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees and international students. From assessing academic achievement to shaping policy, designing programs, and providing philanthropic funding, we partner with organizations, leaders, and networks to elevate individuals and drive systemic change.
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