IU Group, Germany. Stephen Carleton has recently moved to IU Group as global director of student recruitment. IU Group is one of the largest private education organisations in Europe, operating International University of Applied Sciences in Germany, with over 130,000 students enrolled, as well as LIBF in the UK and UFred in Canada. With over 20 years experience in senior marketing and student recruitment roles in the international education sector, Stephen brings a wealth of experience to IU Group as it continues to expand its global footprint. Stephen will focus on streamlining and expanding IU’s links with agents, and bringing the group’s accessible education to a wider audience. “I’m excited to join IU Group at a pivotal time in its development. There is a real need for affordable and accessible education, and I’m looking forward to working with our partners to open up opportunities for students to join our campuses in Germany, and to bring our new institutions to an international audience,” said Stephen.