World-class shared services center
300+ Education Enthusiasts
Customised Delivery Capabilities
Customised Delivery Capabilities
Strong Portfolio
VISION
To become globally respected provider of education, promoting learning as a driver of progress, and with a commitment to quality, innovation and technology, throughout the organisation.
MISSION
Our mission is to enable people to access quality education and support them throughout their education journey. We promote the development of talent through practical and inspiring programmes, based on cutting-edge educational methodology, technology and expertise.
Our Values
At GEDU, we lead with our values. We encourage and enable personal development for all team members, whilst engaging with - and contributing to - the local communities that we serve.
Our Brands
GEDU has global expertise in establishing
University campuses around the world for our partners.
Leadership
We are led by a highly experienced, credible leadership team. Ready to work in close partnership with your institution.
Chief Executive Officer
Dr Vishwajeet Rana
Dr Rana completed an MBA from Ohio University and gained an MS and PhD from Stevens Institute of Technology. Dr Rana has executed a number of complex cross-border equity/debt-structured investments and financing transactions in the UK, Canada, Australia, South Africa and Hong Kong while working at HSBC’s New York office. He enjoys evaluating different global education models and applying them to unlock the potential of students through Higher Education.
Deputy CEO
Prof. Ray Lloyd
Professor Ray Lloyd is CEO at GBS. He was previously Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Leeds Trinity University and a Head of Department and then a Dean at Abertay University. Professor Lloyd’s first degree was in mathematics, a subject he taught for several years both in London and then Botswana. He returned to the UK in 1996 to undertake a Master’s degree in Sports Science, later gaining a PhD in the same discipline. His current portfolio spans the academic life of the University including Research, Academic Partnerships, and Student Support.
Group CFO
Petros Neocleous
Petros Neocleous, is a seasoned finance professional with over 20 years of experience. He has worked with industry giants, contributing to their growth and restructuring efforts. His philosophy emphasizes collaborative finance-business partnerships, not just financial oversight.
Previously, as Group Finance Director at Oxford International Education Group and Finance Director at Time Inc. UK's Digital division, Petros optimized financial strategies. At GBS, he brings this collaborative mindset to the ever-expanding GEDU Group, aiming to create value through strategic financial leadership.
Group Managing Director
Leo Falcone
Leo has a wealth of experience having worked internationally as a strategy, transformation, and higher education leader for over 25 years. His other notable experience includes, being the Executive Director at the University of Sydney where he was responsible for co-ordinating central departments overseeing services to over 60,000 students.
Chief Marketing Officer
Vanita Kerai
Vanita has an extensive background of more than 25 years in Sales and Marketing spanning various industries, bringing a wealth of experience to the GEDU Group. In her previous role, she successfully led a substantial marketing and student recruitment team of over 130 professionals across UK, Europe, and India. Vanita's primary areas of focus are Brand Management, Student Acquisition, aligning marketing teams, establishing international student recruitment teams, and creating a centralized marketing team to support the portfolio in the GEDU group.