Dr Gary Gates is Managing Director, International Markets at ETS, where he leads the organisation’s international growth agenda across assessment, learning and credentialing.
His work focuses on expanding access through market development and strategic partnerships.
With over 25 years of experience across education, technology and global business, Gary brings a practical perspective on how assessment and digital innovation can support learning and career progression. His experience spans working with governments, universities, professional bodies and employers across international markets.
Before joining ETS, Gary was Managing Director of Pearson VUE, leading a global assessment and certification business operating in more than 120 countries. During nearly 15 years at Pearson plc, he also led Pearson VUE’s international business and Pearson’s UK Higher Education business, with responsibilities spanning digital learning, university services and professional assessment.
Earlier in his career, Gary was a board director of ITIS Holdings plc, a technology and data business, and held technical and management roles at British Nuclear Fuels and British Energy. His board experience also includes Prepona S.A. in Brazil and Pearson College London.
