Global University Systems (GUS), Canada. Michelle Hicks recently assumed the role of director of international recruitment for the University of Niagara Falls Canada and University Canada West at GUS Canada. Michelle’s career in the international education sector spans 13 years, during which she has led teams within the language and higher education sectors. Based in Colombia and later Toronto, Michelle joined the GUS team in 2019; since then, she has driven business development across LATAM, the Caribbean, Eurasia, and Africa. She now welcomes the challenge of driving global growth for both universities. Michelle said: “I am honoured to be part of this innovative team at GUS and to help our institutions and partners navigate the new landscape of Canadian international education. I am confident that if we prioritise partner relationships and student success while creating a transparent and collaborative work environment, we will succeed.”