GEMS Education, UAE. Suad Merchant has been appointed chief marketing office (CMO) of GEMS Education, joining at a pivotal time for the growth of education in the MENA region. With a career spanning over 20 years in leadership roles across industries including financial services, information technology, and transformation consulting, Suad brings a wealth of experience to the role. Her track record includes leading marketing and communications for some of the region’s most respected organisations, most recently at Mashreq banking firm. At GEMS,

Suad will lead the group’s global marketing, brand strategy, and communications efforts, reinforcing GEMS’ reputation as a trusted, family-run institution. She said: “It’s an honour to join GEMS Education, an organisation I’ve long admired for its scale, values, and deep commitment to shaping a brighter future for children around the world.