Educator Testimonials
- Teresa TopeSanta Rosa Junior College - International Student Program CoordinatorLike so many institutions of higher education, I was looking for ways to connect with international partners during the coronavirus pandemic. The GSM virtual meetings delivered exactly what I wanted. I was matched with high quality agents who came to the meetings well prepared, with great questions, and a genuine interest in creating a mutually beneficial partnership with Santa Rosa Junior College. Thank you GSM!California
- Patrick ColabucciUCLA Extension - Director International ProgramsThank you all so much for such a fun and positive event. Along with many of the school reps I spoke with, there is optimism that formal agreements will be the end result of yesterday’s fair. And that is the key goal. We really enjoyed meeting with such a diverse group of agencies and learning more about markets and students.California
- David RectorLake Washington Institute of Technology - Dean, International Programs & Global EducationStephen, Dzung, and Sophie delivered another great roadshow. We were able to be with a diverse group of high quality agents, and are looking forward to building relationships with them now. Thank you for another successful event.
- Jay C WardSan Francisco State University - Associate DirectorExcellent group of agencies! Everyone was very professional, well-prepared and knowledgeable. I expect that we will become partners with most (if not with all) of the various agencies with whom we spoke! Looking forward to next year’s event already!California
- Marta SternalLake Tahoe Community College - International Program Coordinator, PDSOGSM agent networking event is a great and affordable alternative to much more expensive events. It gave my institution a chance to meet with quality agents, without the need to travel overseas. LTCC took part in 2018 and 2019 events and we plan to attend in following years.California
- Amanda ChiarotBinghamton University (SUNY) - Sr. Associate Director International RecruitmentI enjoyed the format and the size of the forum. The GSM staff were very attentive, professional, and detailed oriented. The event attracted solid agency representatives which encouraged productive conversation.
- Alfredo VarelaThe College of Saint Rose - Assistant Vice President, Global AffairsGSM runs some great events at a cost that is reasonable. Excellent hosts!
- Jill BodnarBay Path University - Director of International AdmissionsGSM has this roadshow down to a science! Perfectly executed in the most efficient and highly effective format for networking with potential new partners.Massachusetts
- Arlene SpencerSUNY Fulton Montgomery Community College - Director International Student & ESL ProgramsI have attended a GSM Roadshow in the past which was a very good event and found this time around to be even better! I particularly liked the mix of agents present. The GSM team is professional, friendly and extremely organized. I highly recommend GSM.New York
- Kyle BrownCity University of Seattle - International Business Development, Outreach and MarketingGSM fairs are a great opportunity for any institution looking to expand connections with agents in Southeast Asia.Washington
- Steven HalesColleges of Contra Costa - Dean of International EducationThe GSM USA Roadshow events offer excellent opportunities to connect with agencies from SE. Asia and network with U.S. colleagues at a minimal expense.California
- Laju NankaniCentralia College - Director of International ProgramsGSM continues to organize high quality events. Pre-event communication is excellent and any questions that may crop up get answered promptly and clearly! It’s a pleasure doing business with GSM!Washington
- Jeffrey CapiliUniversity of Alabama - Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator, ELIHosting GSM and the agencies was such a good experience for the staff and the all those involved. I hope that the agents were able to get a better picture of our campus and the culture of the South. We hope that GSM and the agencies were able to experience Southern Hospitality. Hosting this event is a very worthwhile experience and we hope to do it again in the very near future.Alabama
- Todd BeardCo-Chair - Study TennesseeStudy Tennessee enjoyed the opportunity to work with the GSM Roadshow to promote its member schools with agents across Southeast Asia. The event was organized extremely well and afforded our member institutions opportunities which we would otherwise not have.Tennessee
- Robert WelchValencia College - Manager, International Agent DevelopmentThe GSM fair offered a good opportunity to meet with agencies that had a good balance of number of agencies/schools and time with each agent, so we had a better chance to get to know each other.Florida
- Victoria MonacoGrace Christian Academy - International Student DirectorThis is my second event with GSM and both have been well organized and professional, but friendly and welcoming as well. The follow up from both Stephen and Dzung has been invaluable and helpful to say the least both Stephen and Dzung are hard working, diligent and very responsive to emails and getting the answers you need. If you are looking for a well run event with a good variety of agents and excellent follow up GSM is the way to go.New York
- Patrick LawsonThe McCallie School - Associate Director of Boarding AdmissionThe GSM Roadshow was a great forum for meeting new agents and colleagues alike. The event was efficient and well-run. Definitely worth attending to make new connections in growing markets.Tennessee
- Jon MaesOklahoma City University - Director of International AdmissionsThis is the second GSM roadshow I have participated in and I must say that Stephen and Dzung did not cease to impress yet again. The event was organized well from lead up to finish. I also appreciated the addition of Thailand and Cambodia market presentations during the breaks. Above all, the roadshow was great value for money in providing a stateside location where I could connect with existing partners while also meeting new agencies that would have otherwise required multiple overseas travel stops.Oklahoma
- Dr. Mark DavisUniversity of West Alabama - Director of International ProgramsThis was a wonderful event. We thought this was a great opportunity to meet agents and learn about the business.Alabama
- Dr. Elizabeth TanakaUniversity of Mary Hardin-Baylor - Director, International Student ServicesGSM provides a well-organized experience with a good blend of student fairs and meetings with agents who have already been vetted. Reasonable prices with excellent facilities make this a great choice for schools looking to grow their international populations. Ms. Pham and Mr. Clegg provide fantastic service and are wonderful travel companions!Texas
- Jennifer KenyonSUNY Geneseo - Director, International Student & Scholar ServicesVery well organized with good quality, professional agentsNew York
- Dr. Heather LukashinOlympic College - Associate Dean, Student ServicesStephen and Dzung make my heart smile because they put together an event that leads to better connections between my college and Vietnam.Washington
- Chandni KhadkaJacksonville State University - Director, International House & ProgramsGSM has earned our respect and trust for their professionalism, attention to details and meeting the needs of their clients. This was a first time for me and my institution to be travelling to Vietnam and Cambodia. GSM did an excellent job in making sure that every details are taken care of in terms of scheduling students fair, agent fair, meals and transportation.Alabama
- William VelezChemeketa Community College - Assistant Director of International AdmissionsThrough GSM I have been able to meet some great agencies that are seeking strong partnerships in the USA. I was able to rely on them to organize the many appointments I had. GSM made my trip extremely productive. Thank you GSM!Oregon
- Maya HoffmanConcordia University – Portland - Assistant Director of International AdmissionI have only been in the field for two years but the three GSM events I attended were some of the most productive recruitment activities I have participated in. I love Stephen and Dzung and am looking forward to working with their team again!Oregon
- David RectorLake Washington Institute of Technology - Dean, International Programs & Global EducationGreat event. Stephen and Dzung put on a well organized roadshow. We were able to meet some very strong agents, and follow up with them at the end of the month at their fall fair. Thanks for all your hard work.Washington
- Yuko ChartrawClover Park Technical College - Program SpecialistThe Fall 2017 USA Roadshow was our very first GSM event and we were very impressed! From the very beginning and even on the day of the event, Stephen and Dzung provided us personalized services to make sure we could make the most out of this event. We felt that this event was planned and organized very well. We would like to participate in other GSM events in the future.Washington
- Kathi SpauldingCalifornia Lutheran University - Graduate Admission CounselorI met with some really great agencies, all of whom had great questions. I truly enjoyed the day.California
- Brian McGuinnessSpringfeld College - Director, Assistant Director Doggett International CenterGSM provides professional and friendly events which bring together serious agents and quality schools to create genuine partnerships. After attending a GSM event I feel energized and hopeful for the great collaborative ventures and opportunities that arise from the excellent meetings and networking.Massachusetts
- Dane RowleyCalifornia Lutheran University - Director of International AdmissionThe goals of student success, access, and of international education as a whole are driven by the connections we make. GSM not only helps to create opportunities for connection but GSM does the work ahead of time to make sure that the talents and interests of the counseling agencies present are a good fit with the goals of our universities in the US.California
- Jonathan GambierSUNY Herkimer College - International Admissions AssistantThe communication and the quality of the agencies that GSM provided was excellent, and will be very beneficial to me and my institution.New York
- Yeqing BaoUniversity of Alabama at Huntsville - Associate Director of International EngagementGSM goes extra miles to ascertain customers’ needs be met!Alabama
- Amy FenningUniversity of Tennessee at Martin - Director, International Programs and AdmissionsVery organized and picked a great venue!Tennessee
- Stacye ThompsonJefferson State Community College - Coordinator of International Student ServicesThe GSM Road Show was a fantastic way to connect with quality agents for a budget conscientious school. The variety and quality of the agents was excellent.Alabama
