English Australia, Australia. English Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Aird as the new Chief Executive Officer for English Australia. Ian brings over 20 years’ experience in the ELICOS sector and is widely-recognised in the international education community. His professional journey spans various colleges in Australia, Europe and Asia, and he has accumulated comprehensive expertise ranging from executive management, marketing, teaching and CELTA training to admissions, finance and IT. Ian also successfully operated a strategy and management consultancy focused on the international education sector for five years. With a robust background in corporate governance and eight years of experience as a board director, including serving as a director and Deputy Chair for the English Australia Board, Ian is well-equipped to lead English Australia to continued success.