Douglas Halladay, B.A., T. Cert., M.A. - President

Mr. Halladay has +25 years experience as a Senior Leader in new and established public and private schools, including schools that are co-ed, all-girls, boarding, equestrian (only one in Canada), International/multi-cultural community, ESL, the largest learning disability school in Western Canada, and a founding Head. He has held positions as Superintendent, Head of School, Deputy Head, Director of Senior School, Senior Curriculum and Resources Coordinator for the Ministry of Education, K to 12 teacher, and project leader. He has accreditation experience with NAIS, CAIS, ISA, WASC, IBO, and BC. Mr. Halladay has taught over 40 different courses at the K-12 level. In addition, he has been a Department Head, Chaired numerous Accreditation Committees, Staff Committees, and Professional Development Committees, as well as a background in Training in Clinical Supervision for new teachers. Mr. Halladay's credentials include a B.A. from SFU; a Teaching Certificate from UBC, and a M.A. in Educational Administration from SDSU; along with a Fund Raising Certificate from the Institute of Charitable Giving and a Peer Counselor Certificate from SDSU. Mr. Halladay has a comprehensive knowledge of K to 12 educational trends with his experience developing 20% of the current BC curriculum and policies.

Bill Wan, B.Com., C.A. - Senior Associate (Finance, Real Estate, and Formation Specialist)

Mr. Wan is a Chartered Accountant by profession, who graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in accounting and management information systems. Mr. Wan joined the public sector, specializing in commodity taxes for more than 10 years. In 1995, Mr. Wan assisted a group of parents in the formation of an independent school on the West side of Vancouver. Since then, he has developed a keen interest in school administration and has been actively involved in the formation and management of +8 university preparatory, independent schools in Canada and USA. Mr. Wan has donated his time and services to a number of professional and charitable associations, including the University of British Columbia Alumni Association as the Director of the Board. Mr. Wan was a member of the Board of TEC The Education Company, and Chair of its Audit and Finance Committees. He formed and developed a consulting practice and investment portfolio with extensive interests in real estate development and education (including co-founding West Point Grey Academy in Vancouver). In addition, Mr. Wan co-founded TEC, a dynamic, profitable company in the post-secondary education industry. TEC owns 3 accredited colleges in the healthcare (nursing), animation, film and recording industries with campuses.

Bob Pearmain, B.Ed., M.A. - Senior Associate (International Baccalaureate and Search Specialist)

Clint was founding Head of Sage Hill School, Orange County's (CA) first nondenominational independent high school and raised $30 million. Clint's early career is highlighted by his service at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, where he was the Assistant Head, Principal, and Upper School Director. In addition, he was a Principal of the Upper School at Friends School in Baltimore. Clint was also the CEO of Moorestown Friends School in New Jersey, as well as the CEO of the College Preparatory School in Oakland. He has been a Visiting Scholar at Stanford University School of Education and most recently an Associate with the Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at the Said Business School, University of Oxford. He is experienced in starting and leading US-based schools and accreditation with WASC, NEASC, and CAIS, MSACS.

Ms. Carole Al-Kahouaji - International Baccalaureate International School Formation Specialist

Carol is an effective project and program manager, director, and mentor, with extensive experience in starting and leading international schools. She was the founding Director of two K-12 International IB schools in Syria and a Head of an International school in the US. She is an experienced IB trainer, as well as working on authorizing accreditation teams for IBO, MSACS, CIS, NEASC, and WASC.

Mr. Carl Savage – BC-Based Program, International School Formation Specialist

Gary was the key Principal and BC-Agent for Dalian Maple Leaf International School in Dalian, China, and the International Schools of Cairo. He has a wealth of experience as a public BC-certified school Principal at the elementary, junior, and secondary levels. He is experienced with starting BC-based international schools in China and the Middle East and accreditation requirements, and recruiting teachers for offshore schools.

Mr. Jerry Zank – US-Based School Formation Specialist

Jerry is the founding Head of Fisher Island Day School (FIDS) in Miami, Florida. Fisher Island is a PreK - 5 Day School that serves a gated community on Fisher Island in Miami. Jerry has also been the Headmaster of a number of US-based independent college PreK-12 prep schools in Florida and Arizona with +125 staff and an annual operating budget of +$9 million. He is experienced with starting and leading US-based schools and accreditation with WASC, NEASC, and CAIS, MSACS.