Diego Fernández-Shaw

and educational institutions 2023-Present

Direct support and advice internationaly for schools and goverments(Central Africa, South America, Portugal) collaborating at the highest level with goverments institutions and officials. The main international projects are the following: 1. The creation of around 3 schools per country (12 in total in the first four years) of international boarding school category for the highest class in the country offering international educational systems (A levels, IB...) with the purpose of training in excellence to the country's elites and give a local option to families. Additionally, this training and knowledge will be extended to the rest of the local schools in accordance with the training needs of the governments. 2. The creation of virtual campuses for entrepreneurship, environmental concerns or training over topics that member countries may consider strategic for their development. 3. The creation of virtual campuses for the training of members of the government of the member countries in various topics of leadership, economic management and good practices. 4. The generation of a testing ground for the possible educational reforms that governments are going to take in their national planning.

Drive innovation, growth, and continuous improvement by collaborating with board members to create and implement school policies and procedures. Develop and implement strategic plans to improve student achievement, staff retention, and community engagement. Cultivate positive relationships with staff, parents, students, and external stakeholders to promote a collaborative and supportive school culture. Lead 30+ school faculty and staff, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning experiences for all students. Manage school budgets, ensuring financial stability and accountability. Oversee and manage school operations, including student enrollment, schedules, and extracurricular activities. Spearhead fundraising initiatives and community outreach programs to promote the school's mission and values. Stay up-to-date with educational trends, research, and best practices, and integrate them into the school's curriculum and programs.

• Maximized class quality and satisfaction by creating a new structure.

• Jointly defined the strategy and business plan for TutorASAP/LMI in Spain, resulting in adding millions in revenue.

• Enabled digital transformation with implementation of an innovative academic structure using technology and LMS, giving students a unique schedule and academic program.

• Strengthened team performance while leading 25 teachers and 12 staff by providing leadership and guidance to ensure effective operations and optimal performance.

Advisor, 2020-Present / Partner / Board Member / Director, 2017-2020

Advised on company strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. Led business development efforts and established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and investors. Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and forecasting, resulting in improved profitability. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective project management and successful delivery of services. Implemented and improved internal processes and procedures to increase operational efficiency and productivity. Recruited, trained, and managed a team of professionals to ensure high-quality service delivery. Conducted

regular performance evaluations and provided coaching and feedback to team members. Developed and maintained a positive organizational culture, fostering collaboration and teamwork. Managed a team of 40 teachers and 15 staff members. Served on the executive management team.

• Modernized operations by successfully leading the transition of international academies to high-performance centers/colleges, overseeing educational, marketing, financial, sales, HR, and expansion departments.

• Expanded relevance and ability to attract a diverse student body by developing a high-performance school tailored to athletes, artists, gifted students, sick students, and students with learning disabilities.

• Minimized deviations from targets by designing an innovative educational project based on predicting academic results early through a computer system and mathematical equation.

• Exceeded revenue targets for four consecutive quarters, developed the first incentive plan for staff performance, and increased customer satisfaction through standardized employee training.