Governed by a philosophy of global citizenship, every member of the Global Services in Education team are education experts and they shares a passion to help shape international education and student achievement through inspiration and collaboration.
Our goal is to meet the highest objectives of every school, teacher, student and parent, with an unwavering dedication to quality education, shared ideals and intercultural perspectives. Our team of education experts have leading expertise in all major curriculums including IB, UK, US, Australian, IPC, Finnish and many others.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Shanna Parry
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
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.
Greg Parry
Co-Founder and CEO
Internationally renowned for his expertise in education leadership, Greg Parry’s vast experience includes high-level positions with secondary and vocational institutions throughout Australia, the Middle East, the United States, India and China. A robust leader and dedicated educator, Greg’s various positions at these institutes of learning include: CEO, director, headmaster and consultant. Recognized for his numerous contributions in the education arena, Greg has received the Ministers Award for Excellence in School Leadership based on improvements in school performance and a range of successful principal training and leadership development programs, as well as the School of Excellence Award for Industry/School Partnerships and the School of Excellence Award for Technology Innovation.
Considered one of the premier experts in his profession, Greg has trained teachers and principals throughout the world in areas such as critical thinking, language development and leadership. His expertise in school start up projects, leadership and curriculum development, has made him a sought after authority in these disciplines. Greg leads highly effective GSE education experts.
Duncan Douglas
Senior Director
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.
Don Henson
Director of Education, Malaysia
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.
Senior Advisors
Leo Li
Executive Consultant
Brent Werry
Executive Consultant
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.
Stewart Saint-David
Executive Consultant
Kingsley Wray
Executive Consultant
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.
PAN ASIA EDUCATION
Strategic Partner
المجالات العالمية التعليمية GSE MENA
GSE MENA is our JV Company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. GSE MENA sets up and manages schools on behalf of investors and developers across the Middle East Region