ITP - 122 Your hosts welcome Greg Perry, co-founder and CEO of Global Services and Education Limited, to talk about his wild, winding journey in international education. Greg doesn’t just talk about opening schools—he’s lived it, from the ground up, across countries and cultures, figuring it out as he goes. We dive into the nitty-gritty: the challenges no one warns you about, the unexpected roadblocks, the delicate dance of opening a school in someone else’s backyard.
Greg gets real about what it takes. It’s not just bricks and mortar—it’s accreditation, business plans, politics, relationships. He stresses how every school needs a mission that actually means something, not just words slapped on a wall. And then there’s the business side—oh, the business side. If you’ve ever thought education and business don’t mix, Greg will have you thinking again.
We also look at what’s happening right now in international education: hiring teachers and leaders, navigating new expectations, and figuring out what the future holds. Greg’s seen firsthand how trust is everything, especially when working with wealthy clients in different cultural contexts. He shares stories that stick with you—moments where cultural nuance made or broke a deal, moments when a relationship meant more than a contract.
We talk about what’s next: hybrid learning, the growing push to develop local teachers, and the big question of how education can evolve without losing its heart. By the end, Greg leaves us with a hopeful note—a reminder that, even with all the complexity, education still has the power to change lives, communities, and maybe even the world.
Greg's Website: Global Services in Education https://www.gsineducation.com/
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The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.
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"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education" | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.
"Finding the Right Fit: Your Professional Guide for International Educator Recruiting Fairs and Amazing Stories of a Teacher Living Overseas" |by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.
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