British International School, Bratislava

Andrew Fitzmaurice has served as CEO of Nord Anglia Education since 2003, overseeing a network of schools across 30+ countries. He holds a degree in Economics from the University of Wales Cardiff and a master’s degree in international education from King’s College. In 2023, he was also appointed Chairman of IMG Academy.

Dr. Elise Ecoff is the Chief Education Officer, leading the Education Team to ensure high-quality educational practice and curricula. With over 34 years in education, she previously served as Principal at North Broward Preparatory School and holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lynn University.

Kris Webb is the Chief People Officer with over 30 years of international experience in People and Culture. Before joining Nord Anglia, she was Chief People Officer at Coles Group and held senior HR roles at GlaxoSmithKline, PwC, and Clayton UTZ. In 2024, she was named Australian HR Director of the Year.

Vanessa Nicholls is the Interim Chief Commercial Officer, having joined Nord Anglia in 2023 as Group Strategic Programmes Director. Her background includes a 25-year career in the civil service, including roles in the Department for Education and senior leadership positions overseeing major programmes.

Lorna Street joined as Chief Financial Officer in April 2026, bringing extensive international financial leadership experience from roles at American Greetings, Kids II/Baby Einstein, and Morgan Stanley. She holds a degree in Monetary and Financial Economics from the University of Geneva and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

George Ghantous is the Chief Operating Officer and a member of the Executive Committee. His career spans engineering, investment banking, and private equity, and he previously served as Regional Managing Director for the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America. He holds an Executive MA in International Education from King’s College London.

Philippe Lagger is the Chief Corporate Development Officer, responsible for growing the school network through partnerships and acquisitions. He joined in 2009 and previously worked with Lydian Capital and the Tetra Laval Group. He holds an MSc from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and an MBA from IMD.

Liz Lamb is the Regional Managing Director for the Middle East and a member of the Executive Committee. She joined Nord Anglia in 2012 and has held various leadership roles, including Executive Principal of Compass Doha and Principal of Nord Anglia International School Al Khor.

Stuart White is the Regional Managing Director for China, bringing over 30 years of experience as an education leader. He previously served as Principal of Collège Alpin Beau Soleil and Head of Secondary/Vice Principal at BISS Puxi in Shanghai.

Inderjit Dehal is the Managing Director for India and Regional Education Director for Southeast Asia and India. His career includes senior roles in local and central government, the third sector, and the UK’s Academies programme.