Meet the Team

There are many aspects to my role, but it all boils to down to looking after our international students. As soon as a student arrives in the UK, it is my duty to ensure that they have a safe, successful and positive stay for the duration of their programme.

I have been a part of HSI since 2001 and love the small team environment and the people I work with. This role has also given me the opportunity to see more of the country when I visit schools and students.

Living so close to the South Downs, I’m always outdoors. I cycle everywhere and love the sense of freedom I get from exploring this area.

I look after all of our overseas agency partners. I’m the first point of call for new business partnerships, and I work closely with our existing partners to make sure their sales teams are fully-equipped to successfully advise students who are interested in our programmes.

My goal is to make HSI a valuable partner for any education agency who wants to promote British and Irish teen study programmes.

I’ve been with HSI since 2013, but held a number of similar roles (in very different industries) before then. Having experience in Tech, Consumer Goods and Construction, I can say with confidence that those of us who work in Study Travel are a very lucky bunch!

On a day to day basis I liaise with agents and schools overseeing enquiries and applications to the HSI programmes. It’s a very varied, and very busy, role where I work with agents and their students from the very first point of enquiry right through to assisting with visa documents and orientation details. I work closely with our partner schools in both admissions and programme developments and whenever possible get out and about to visit our schools.

I love the variety of the people contact as I get to work with people from all corners of the globe and Schools and Colleges from all over the UK. Working with a student from the moment they apply until the day they arrive, and beyond, is a wonderful process to be a part of and I really enjoy helping students to come to the UK to study. I am a firm believer in education and travel as essential life experiences and what better way to learn academically and personally than through studying in another country. I have a lot of respect for the HSI students who are coming to the UK to study when English is not their first language, it’s an adventurous thing to do and an experience that will undoubtedly enrich the rest of their lives.

Born in London, studied in Scotland, trained in Fine Art and moved to the South Coast in 1996. Started my employment life within what is now known as Sussex Downs College and quickly realised that the importance of Education was as deep a belief for me as Art! I worked with EF for a summer season before a stint in the travel business where I got to see a little of the world before heading back into Education. I worked at Study Group for over 6 Years within their University Placement service and more recently with their International Study Centres in the UK which is where I first became aware of HSI and the great team that is still going strong.  I started with HSI last November, covering for Katherine while she is on maternity leave and can honestly say that HSI is by far the best and most exciting company I have worked with to date.

I’m not someone who stays still for very long so when not sat behind an HSI computer you will find me in my studio drawing and painting and generally getting rather messy! I also love running around with my 8 year son who is great fun either on the beach, in the pool, in galleries, museums or sushi bars.

My role is so diverse, but it mainly comes down to ensuring that our students programmes run as smoothly as possible and they have the best experience while here in the UK! You can think of me as the link between our agents and the schools but you could also find me organising the everyday needs for our office too.

After gaining a degree in Hospitability and Event Management, I took a step into the travel industry working as a coordinator for educational school trips around the world. I love working with young people and I understand how beneficial this experience is for our students.

I’m a people person who is always smiling. I love to travel and love to eat and drink my way around the world. If I am not watching the latest Sci-fi or Superhero movie, I’ll be on Brighton’s beautiful beach with my friends.

I look forward to hearing from you!

I welcome contact from anyone interested in the group programmes we offer, whether they have a firm idea of the kind of experience they are looking for or just want to know what is possible. I can arrange high school immersion experiences for single students looking to be a part of a group experience or ready-made groups of any size. I have been working with some fantastic new schools this year at HSI and am excited to share these with our upcoming groups.

I have worked with young people for almost a decade, originally as a teacher in secondary education and later specialising in working with overseas learners. My work has focused on student welfare and wellbeing as well as learning. I have led groups of students abroad and co-ordinated overseas study trips before working for HSI. I know how to ensure students have a fantastic time abroad full of learning.

Playing music and working on textiles projects is my favourite way to relax. I enjoy running, especially around Brighton with it’s fantastic scenery. I am passionate about the amazing sights we have in the UK and enjoy sharing them with our overseas groups!

I started at HSI towards the end of 2017 and haven’t looked back since. My role is varied and is full of opportunities to learn new skills.

My journey to HSI has seen me in various sales and marketing roles across industries. From wine to technology, literature to finance, and even running my own toy shop.

I love travelling, which is well suited to this role. I’m happiest when I’m experiencing new cultures, trying new flavours and meeting new people.