Join Danielle Fanton, Head of Commercial Sales at ISC Research, for a webinar taking place on Wednesday 23 September, 13:00 UAE time / 10:00 UK time, exploring the GCC's thriving international education sector—home to 1,800 schools, nearly two million students, and exceptional growth potential. Danielle will reveal key enrollment trends and the expanding role of major school groups, before welcoming a panel of school leaders to discuss procurement priorities, regulatory landscapes, and what drives partnership decisions.

Designed for suppliers already operating in the GCC or exploring market entry, this webinar delivers the intelligence you need to refine your business development approach, build stronger partnerships, and position your organization for success in one of international education's most commercially significant regions.

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                Speakers: 

Chairperson:

Danielle Fanton
Head of Commercial Sales, ISC Research

Danielle Fanton is Head of Commercial Sales at ISC Research, where she and the team help education suppliers understand and engage with the global international schools market through reliable data, market insight and advisory. With 14 years’ experience across EdTech sales and international education, including 9 years based in the UAE, Danielle brings a strong understanding of the opportunities, challenges and regional differences within the international schools sector. She works closely with organisations to identify opportunities, shape their approach and connect more effectively with schools around the world.

Andy Smyllie
Principal - Summit International School

Andy Smyllie has over 20 years' experience as a school leader in both the UK and the UAE. A leader who believes in the value of teamwork and collaboration to provide students with a school that cares for the whole child and their holistic learning. Andy loves to develop a school community to work in unison for the benefit of all the students. He is currently the Principal of Summit International School where he aims to ensure an outstanding provision is on offer for all and the school family all have smiles on their faces.

Craig Russel
Principal - Reach British School

International Principal and education leader with 22 years of senior leadership experience, including 12 years as Principal across the Middle East, Asia and the USA. Reputation for driving enrolment growth and sustained improvement across academic, operational and commercial priorities, including outcomes, enrolment, staff culture and financial performance. BSO Lead Inspector, AoBSO Executive Board member and BSME Executive Committee member, bringing a strong sector-wide perspective to quality assurance, accreditation and school improvement.

Danny Yeow
CEO & Founder - Global Education Strategy Team Ltd

Danny has near 20 years experience in EdTech and education supplier sales. Having managed international sales teams, Danny is now CEO and Founder of Global Education Strategy Team Ltd - who help a variety of Edtech and education suppliers expand into international markets. Danny has a global network with a deliberate focus more recently in the Middle East, where he has managed and delivered sales opportunities for prestigious schools in the region. He has also implemented EdTech solutions suites across multi-national school groups, secured large enterprise strategic partnerships and been involved in government-level procurement.