Wednesday, 17 March, 11.00 (GMT)

Panel:

• Cynthia Davis Hall, Director of Admissions and Advancement, American School of Milan
• Michaela Seeger, Director of Community Relations, Zurich International School
• Kate des Places, External Relations Director, Marymount Paris

Host:Fiona Murchie, Managing Editor, Relocate magazine and Relocate GlobalDiscover what changes International Schools in Europe have made, as countries in the region mark the one-year anniversary of the Covid lockdown measures.Looking beyond the considerable technology advancements, our distinguished panel reveals achievements in the past year. They explore potential opportunities for schools, pupils and their wider regional ecosystem, as more children benefit from an international education.With perspectives from Italy, France and Switzerland you will discover what has had the most impact in supporting students to learn during this pandemic and international families to thrive.We examine the shift in communication and the bespoke approach to admissions that has made the best international schools accessible to children and families around the world under the most challenging circumstances.Learn how admissions and advancement teams are going the extra mile to keep children learning and families safe and settled. We explain the importance of building connections with local employers to reinforce the value the school adds to employee engagement and talent retention.As global industry sectors are impacted by change in their markets, supply chain, technology, the workplace, environmental issues and shareholder demands, we discuss how finely tuned admissions departments might forge new partnerships with local employers to support economic growth.How flexible can schools be in meeting changing needs from businesses and organisations procuring school places for their employees? Discover the extra value or solutions that might be on the table if you start the conversation.Finally, the pandemic has seen many international schools excel and be at the forefront of innovation but can they continue to be the leaders in education? What will parents, employers and students be looking for from schools in the future?Panel

Cynthia Davis Hall, Director of Admissions and Advancement, American School of MilanCynthia Davis Hall was born and raised in Europe with her parents where she attended several international schools. As a young professional, she lived for seven years in Brussels, Belgium and speaks French and Italian. Cynthia began work in Advancement as a Director of Advancement at Lincoln Community School in Accra, Ghana then moved to Cairo American College in Cairo, Egypt. She is now Director of Admissions and Advancement in American School of Milan. 

Michaela Seeger, Director of Community Relations, Zurich International School and a member of its Strategic Leadership TeamMichaela Seeger is Director of Community Relations at Zurich International School. She has extensive experience in the for-profit and non-profit environment. Michaela served as a member of the CASE Europe Board (2011 - 2017) and as Chair of the ECIS Advancement Committee (2008 - 2017). In 2017 she received the CASE European School Engagement Award.Kate des Places, External Relations Director, Marymount ParisKate has served on the Senior Leadership Team at Marymount since 2014. She has operational experience across all areas of school administration. In her role as External Relations Director, she oversees external relations, communications and admissions. Kate is British, speaks fluent French and has higher degrees in Law, Business Management and Psychology. She has lived and worked in the UK, USA and France, and has two children at Marymount.Host

Fiona Murchie has over 25 years’ experience in management and HR publishing and global mobility. From this unique perspective, she combines understanding of the HR and global mobility market with knowledge of business drivers and an appreciation of management thinking. Relocate Global has become the leading multimedia for international managers, HR, global mobility and relocation professionals, with a growing international reputation for thought leadership, innovation and people support. The Great International Education & Schools’ Fair was introduced in November 2020 and Spring 2021 to coincide with the admissions cycle.

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