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Rajesh Singh

Rajesh Singh is CEO ECA Global, leading the organisation’s international growth, market development and partnership strategy across key global regions. He brings extensive experience in international education, with a strong understanding of how universities, government bodies, education agents and industry stakeholders work together to build sustainable student pathways.

Rajesh’s expertise spans market entry, stakeholder engagement, recruitment networks, transnational education and the development of partnerships that expand access to quality education. At ECA, he works closely with global partners to identify opportunities, strengthen regional presence and support education models that respond to local market needs. His leadership connects ECA’s campus, recruitment and partnership capabilities with universities seeking sustainable international growth.

Rajesh is focused on building practical collaborations that create value for institutions while improving access and outcomes for students across emerging and established markets.

Greg West

Greg West is Chair of ECA, providing governance, strategic oversight and advisory leadership to support the organisation’s continued growth. He brings extensive experience as a company director and senior executive, with expertise across governance, finance, strategy, higher education, investment banking and biotechnology.

As a Chartered Accountant, Greg has worked with organisations navigating complex commercial, regulatory and institutional environments, giving him a strong understanding of disciplined decision-making and sustainable growth. At ECA, he supports the leadership team with board-level perspective, helping strengthen accountability, long-term planning and the organisation’s ability to pursue new opportunities with confidence. His background in higher education governance is particularly valuable as ECA expands its university partnerships, global campuses and education ventures.

Greg is recognised for bringing a measured, commercially astute approach to leadership and helping organisations balance innovation with strong governance.

Matthew Reede

Matthew Reede is CEO Pathways & Professional at ECA, leading programs that support international students, employability and workforce development across Australia. He brings more than 20 years of experience as an education executive, entrepreneur and investor, with a strong record of building and scaling businesses across education, professional services and investment.

Matthew co-founded Performance Education Group in 2005 and helped grow it into Australia’s largest Professional Year provider, recognised for its scale and graduate employment outcomes. He also founded Flinders Intercultural, a consultancy focused on intercultural capability and professional development. At ECA, Matthew leads initiatives that help students build academic readiness, career confidence and practical pathways into the workforce.

He is Managing Partner of Dominion Partners and serves as a director of investment firms in Australia and the United Kingdom. Matthew holds a Master of Commerce and a Bachelor of Economics.

Steve Berridge

Steve Berridge is CEO ECA Ventures, leading ECA’s portfolio of strategic investments across global higher education and education technology. He brings more than 25 years of international education experience gained through senior roles in universities and education organisations in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Steve’s expertise spans global engagement, university partnerships, international education strategy, campus development and investment-led growth. At ECA, he leads ventures that support the group’s expansion into new markets, including partnerships with world-ranked universities to establish campuses in India and other high-growth regions. His work connects institutional strategy with practical delivery models that help universities grow their international footprint.

Before joining ECA, Steve held senior roles including Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Global Engagement at Victoria University and Chief Engagement Officer at Melbourne Business School. He is known for combining sector knowledge with a strong partnership mindset.

Cesar Muradas

Cesar Muradas is Chief Technology Officer at ECA, leading the group’s technology strategy, digital transformation, cybersecurity, enterprise systems and IT operations. He brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across technology and business transformation, including enterprise programs, campus developments, cloud modernisation, cybersecurity and digital innovation.

Cesar’s expertise spans enterprise architecture, artificial intelligence, IT governance, infrastructure, vendor management and strategic planning. At ECA, he works closely with the Executive Management Committee and senior stakeholders to align technology with business priorities, improve the student and staff experience, and support secure, scalable growth. He has led the implementation of enterprise platforms, strengthened technology governance and built high-performing teams that support operational excellence.

Cesar is focused on using technology to enable better education delivery, stronger systems and sustainable organisational growth across ECA’s diverse portfolio.

Richard Goldman

Richard Goldman is CFO of ECA, leading the group’s financial management, corporate services and governance support. He brings more than 30 years of corporate experience across senior executive roles in listed companies, government, financial services and not-for-profit organisations.

His career includes leadership experience with major organisations across banking, aviation, telecommunications, consumer goods, regulation and public-sector service delivery. Richard’s expertise spans finance, governance, risk, sustainability, ethics and corporate strategy. At ECA, he supports responsible growth by strengthening financial discipline, governance practices and strategic decision-making across the group.

He also brings a strong interest in education and contributes thought leadership to finance education through engagement with leading Australian universities. Richard holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Business, and is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Chartered Accountant and a Fellow of CPA Australia.

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Dr. Lawrence Pratchett

Dr. Lawrence Pratchett is CEO UniReady Global, leading initiatives that help students access international education through trusted preparation, verification and pathway models.

He brings more than 30 years of higher education experience across Australia and the United Kingdom, combining academic leadership with entrepreneurial thinking. Lawrence previously held senior roles at the University of Canberra, including founding Dean of the Faculty of Business, Government and Law and later Pro Vice-Chancellor. He has contributed to international strategy, transnational education initiatives and the development of education ecosystems across multiple countries.

At ECA, Lawrence supports programs that bridge the gap between students and world-class education opportunities, with a focus on quality, readiness and scalable international growth. His academic work has attracted more than 5,000 citations, reflecting expertise in local democracy, electronic governance and strategic educational planning. He is committed to practical innovation in global education.

Rod Guimaraes

Rod Guimaraes is VP Student Acquisition at ECA, leading international student recruitment strategy and market engagement. He is an experienced international education professional with a long tenure at ECA and strong knowledge of the student journey from enquiry through to enrolment.

Rod’s expertise includes sales, marketing, business development, agent engagement, stakeholder relationships and market expansion across diverse international regions. He is multilingual and brings first-hand understanding of how culture, communication and trust shape student decision-making. At ECA, Rod leads teams that build relationships with education agents, institutional partners and internal stakeholders to support sustainable recruitment outcomes.

His work helps connect students with appropriate study pathways while supporting the growth of ECA’s university partnerships and education brands. Rod is known for his disciplined, relationship-led approach and his focus on responsiveness, integrity and practical solutions for partners and students.

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