Ashley Warmington is the Regional Development Manager at the University of Edinburgh, driving philanthropic efforts in North America to support student access and world-changing research. With over ten years of experience in higher education, including North American recruitment for the University of Glasgow and UK recruitment for the University of Aberdeen, she is passionate about expanding international education opportunities.

Emma Schwartz Lara is the Senior Regional Manager for the Americas at James Cook University. She leads the recruitment and marketing initiatives in North America for JCU’s campuses located in Australia and Singapore. With over six years of experience in university admissions and a Master’s in International Education Leadership, Emma is dedicated to sharing the many benefits of studying abroad and making it more accessible to North American students. Her passion for international education began with her own experiences studying and living abroad, the exchange of new ideas and friendships deepened her understanding of the world.

With nearly a decade of experience in podcasting and audio production, Laura hails from a public radio background where she discovered her passion for storytelling. Throughout her career, she has produced and edited a wide range of podcasts and radio shows, always dedicated to amplifying diverse perspectives and voices. Her work seeks to enrich listeners’ understanding of different cultures, experiences, and social issues.