Meet the People
Behind GEP
Led by educators, guided by passion —
our team brings world-class expertise to every camp.
The Global Enrichment Programme Team
At The Global Enrichment Programme, our strength lies in the people who bring learning to life. Our senior leadership and programme designers are highly experienced educators who have served in senior management roles across leading UK boarding schools and international schools worldwide. Each member of our academic design team is a qualified teacher and subject specialist, deeply experienced in curriculum development and educational innovation.
Leadership
Director of Growth & Customer Experience
Emma Aris
I combine teaching expertise with strategic leadership to design programmes that empower campers, strengthen school communities, and enhance every learning and boarding experience, ensuring safety, engagement, and meaningful growth.
- Qualified teacher with extensive UK boarding school experience
- Expert in strategic planning, curriculum design, and student wellbeing
- Specialist in dynamic co-curricular and boarding programmes
- Committed to broadening access and opportunities for young people
- Proven track record in transforming operations and enriching student experiences
Chief Education Officer
Dr Terence McAdams
I design innovative, globally recognised programmes that empower campers in AI, STEM, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy, combining 25 years’ experience with a passion for engaging, and future-ready learners.
- Chief Examiner for IB DP Computer Science
- Expert in curriculum innovation, assessment design, and emerging AI technologies
- Lead designer of internationally recognised programmes and new campuses in Asia
- Advocate for STEM participation, particularly among girls, and global student exchanges
- Author of engaging science-ethics books, blending storytelling with learning
Director of Business Development
Max Fitzgerald
I am the Director of Business Development at GEP, with senior experience in international schools and boarding, leading safe, structured enrichment programmes for campers aged 9–17 across Asia.
- Senior leader with extensive experience across premier international schools, boarding, and residential education programmes
- Direct responsibility for student welfare, safeguarding systems, and pastoral oversight
- Proven track record designing and delivering large-scale enrichment programmes for campers aged 9–17 across Asia
- Leads programme quality, partner relationships, and operational standards at Global Enrichment Programmes
- Focused on structured, safe, and high-quality experiences that parents and schools can trust
Head of Outdoor Education and Learning
Joshua Wright
I am an outdoor education and learning-outside-the-classroom leader with 15 years’ experience across Europe and Asia, specialising in curriculum integration, safety, and meaningful impact.
- PEGCE in Primary Education and BSc in Outdoor education
- 15 years of experience as an Outdoor Education Leader and Facilitator across Europe and Asia.
- Wilderness First Responder and Austere Medicine Trainer
- Multiple European and UK activity specific qualifications
- Oversees curriculum design, safety, and the impact of outdoor education programmes across Malaysia and Japan
Head of Events & Guest Experience
Chew Kin Tan
I deliver safe, inspiring camp experiences parents trust, combining 18 years of international education expertise with clear communication, thoughtfully designed programmes, and consistently high standards of care and outcomes for every child.
- Specialising in Persuasive Communication, with professional training in leadership and strategic communication in education.
- 18+ years working with parents, students, and international school communities.
- Designed and delivered a leading English summer camp in Asia.
- Experienced in parent communication, student care, and collaboration with international agents.
- Oversees programme communication, enrolment, and guest experience to support students and build parent confidence.
Teaching & Coaching Team
- Golf
Head Coach
Travis van Dijk
- Golf
Performance Coach
Yusuf Raidhan
- Tennis
Technical Director
Johan van Herck
- Tennis
Head Coach
Hussein Rashid
- Football
Technical Director
Diego Gutiérrez Ramos
- Football
Head Coach
Ignacio Buendía Molina
- Golf
Head Coach
Travis van Dijk
- Golf
Performance Coach
Yusuf Raidhan
- Tennis
Technical Director
Johan van Herck
- Tennis
Head Coach
Hussein Rashid
- Football
Technical Director
Diego Gutiérrez Ramos
- Football
Head Coach
Ignacio Buendía Molina