Jon Harding was the UK & Irish national representative in the Board of EfVET. His education consists of a degree in Education and Training. Now, as a treasurer, he will oversee EfVET’s financial sustainability while supporting strategic growth and governance. He works as an International & Education Projects Manager at UCS College Group. The College has […]
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Co-founder of FORMA.Azione srl. She will drive EfVET’s role in European projects and strategic partnerships, ensuring innovation and impact in VET development. Graduated with full marks in Economics from the University of Perugia, in 1989, Sylvia began working early in 1990 for a private training services company, as Project Designer and had the opportunity to
Sylvia Liuti
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Director of International Affairs at FPEmpresa-Asociación de Centros de FP. He will lead efforts to expand EfVET’s membership, deepen engagement, and build stronger national and European outreach. Carlos de Olagüe Smithson studied Telecommunications Engineering (UPM) and a Master in Power Electronics (FernUni Hagen). His Doctorate in Education (UAM) was a research about Erasmus funding in
Carlos de Olagüe Smithson
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Nikos Moraitis is the Technical Director of Certification Division and a Coordinator in the European Funded and Corporate Social Responsibility projects department of IVEPE SEV (Institute of Industrial and Business Education & Training – Hellenic Federation of Enterprises) and has been the National representative in the Board of EfVET for Greece since October 2024. IVEPE
Tim Van Aken Tim Van Aken is an educational supervisor and AI-expert at Katholiek Onderwijs Vlaanderen, the network organization that unites Catholic schools and educational institutions in Flanders and Brussels. In his role, he supports their network members in the areas of innovation and professionalisation in an international context and partnerships. Before starting at Katholiek
Meo Kositpaiboon Meo Kositpaiboon embodies the spirit of openness and inclusion through her multifaceted background. With three nationalities – Canadian, Thai, and Portuguese – she draws on a unique cultural richness to navigate seamlessly in a globalized world. A polyglot, she speaks four languages: English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese, mastered during her experiences living in
Claus Brandt Kristensen is senior advisor at the vocational college the Centre for Vocational Education Lolland Falster (CELF). Claus is advising the college management on matters regarding internationalisation and sustainability. CELF is the consortium leader for a large national ERASMUS+ mobility consortium, and CELF is also a UNESCO Associated School Partner. Claus has more than
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Sanna Ryökkynen is an experienced vocational education and training (VET) professional with over 20 years in education. Her visions, ambitions and mindset have been developed by seeing the VET field from different perspectives: as a teacher, a manager, a researcher, a developer and an innovator. Currently, she is a principal research scientist at Häme University
Justina Pluktaite Justina Pluktaite has a wide expertise in national and international educational projects (LLP Erasmus Mundus, LLP Students and staff mobility, National platforms, YIA, Erasmus+ KA1-2, EEA GRANT, etc.) within youth, school, higher education and vocational education and training sectors. For a few years she was consulting on project development and management. Aside from
Essi Ryymin Essi Ryymin is a researcher, educator, and solution-focused coach with a Ph.D. in education sciences. Currently, she works as a principal research scientist and teacher educator at Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK Edu Research Unit. She has extensive experience in global education reforms, including vocational education and training and VET teacher training.
Ami Toikka is a pedagogical professional from Helsinki, Finland. She is currently working at Helsinki Vocational College as a team leader of the international affairs team. She has been working within education for more than 15 years in international and Finnish context, from teaching to career guidance and project management. Before teaching career, she was
Ami Toikka
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I am a dedicated and experienced educational professional with a robust background in electronics and computer science. Since graduating in 2004, I have devoted nearly two decades to vocational and technical education. My career has been marked by my roles as a Computer Science Teacher, Assistant Principal, and Assistant Technical Director, demonstrating my commitment to
In 1981 Arne started his apprenticeship as an electrician after graduating from Nordreisa vocational school. Unfortunately, an accident at work disabled further work in that field. He then took education in trade and office work. In 1995 he graduated from teachers’ education as a teacher in English, Social studies, and Social Economics. In August 1995
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Taavi Tuisk has more than 15 years of working experience in VET. He graduated Tartu University in political science in 2001. After a career in Estonian Armed Forces public and media relations field he worked briefly as a journalist. Since 2008 he has been public relations manager of Kuressaare Ametikool, a VET provider at Saaremaa,
Daniel Kehl is principal of GBS St.Gallen (www.gbssg.ch), the biggest Vocational Education and Training (VET) school in eastern Switzerland, offering more than 50 occupations in VET in the fields of construction, technologies, services, design, bridging year programs and the federal vocational baccalaureate as well as more than 20 courses in higher VET in construction and
Carlos is the Spanish representative of EfVET, coordinating the National Board composed of 27 members from VET organisations, regional and national school associations. Carlos de Olagüe Smithson studied Telecommunications Engineering (UPM) and a Master in Power Electronics (FernUni Hagen). His Doctorate in Education (UAM) was a research about Erasmus funding in VET. Carlos is responsible
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Jon Harding is the UK national representative in the Board of EfVET. His education consists of a degree in Education and Training. He works as an International & Education Projects Manager at UCS College Group. The College has an excellent reputation both regionally and nationally as a highly successful provider of education and training. He
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Luis Costa is the Executive Director of ANESPO – National Association of Professional Schools (Portugal), a member of the board of the Setubal Professional School and a member of the Board of EfVET. Since 2007 he is the Portuguese Focal Point for the European Globalization Adjustment Found (EGF). He is member of the Pedagogical Committee of ETUI
Jussi Kajander is the Education Director of Luovi Vocational College that offers vocational special needs education and training for young people and adults. He has a master’s degree in Education from the University of Helsinki. His majors were adults and special education and social science. His main areas of expertise include vocational education and training,
Tibor Dőri is the director of Euro-Contact Business School (higher VET provider offering professional qualifications and MBA), the formal sole partner of OUBS UK since 1989. He was a tutor of OUBS UK in Hungary at HR, marketing, change and strategy management. He has taught senior and top managers for 25 years using ICT supported distance teaching.
Paulius Čepas is the director of Kaunas technical vocational education centre and a scholar awarded the PhD in social sciences. Studied psychology (B.A., 2001 and M.A., 2003) and education at Vytautas Magnus University where he earned his PhD degree by successfully defending the dissertation “Modelling of the development of the employability competency in vocational education and training”
Giorgos Giorgakis is the founder and Managing Director of Eurosuccess Consulting. He has graduated from the European University of Cyprus, with a Master Degree (MBA) in Business Administration in July 2008. He has developed, managed and implemented more than 85 EU and National (FP, LLP, JUSTICE, ERASMUS+ etc.) projects since 2006. He has also developed various
Stefan Frese serves as the head of the Vocational Training Schools in Verden, Lower Saxony, Germany. With a robust background in education spanning two decades, he boasts a decade of leadership experience in both school management and educational authorities. In his capacity as a school leader, Frese has spearheaded key initiatives in school development. These
Rita Festi is a project development manager in VET at Scuola Centrale Formazione – ETS (SCF), one of the largest Italian network organisations bringing together VET providers and training centres across the country. Based in Bologna, she supports SCF members by designing and running national and European projects, coordinating working groups and pilot actions, and
CEO of South Savo Education Ltd.. She will guide EfVET’s policy agenda, strengthen research activities, and foster knowledge sharing across our network. Arja Flinkman currently works as the CEO of South Savo Education Ltd., which runs the South Savo Vocational College. Previously she has been the CFO of Mikkeli City consortium, directing the strategy of
Arja Flinkman
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Professor James Calleja has been involved in vocational education and training since 2001. Professor Joachim James Calleja has been involved in vocational education and training since 2001. Professor Calleja is the longest serving Principal/CEO of the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology from 2018 to 2024. He was Director of the European Centre for
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