Aushyani Samarasinghe Email & Phone Number

I possess extensive experience in Business Development, International Student Recruitment, Agency Account Management, Industry Trend Analysis, and Client Relationship Management.My experience as the Director of International Education at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), where I worked closely with a wide network of agents and international universities, coupled with my role as Business Development Manager at Global University Systems (representing the University of Law, UK) and Area Manager (Sri Lanka & Maldives) for Torrens University, Australia involving B2B and B2C sales.I developed and managed relationships with agents and Australian international universities. I cultivated a strong network of agents, collaborating with them to promote Australian education and attract and recruit students in South Asia.Through strategic engagement and personalized support, I successfully expanded the reach and visibility of Australian Universities and institutions in South Asian markets and achieved student recruitment and Transnational Education Partnerships (TNE).Furthermore, my experience working with international universities has provided me with valuable insights into their needs and expectations, enabling me to forge mutually beneficial partnerships. Through targeted marketing initiatives, relationship building, and effective recruitment strategies, I consistently exceeded enrollment targets and contributed to growth and success.In particular, I have extensive experience working in markets such as Australia, USA, Canada, UK, and New Zealand. I have a thorough understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that these markets present, and I am well-versed in tailoring recruitment strategies to suit local contexts and student preferences.My network of contacts with international universities in these regions has been crucial in fostering collaborative partnerships and ensuring successful student recruitment outcomes. Moreover, my ability to navigate different cultural and regulatory environments, combined with my strong communication and negotiation skills, has allowed me to forge productive relationships with key stakeholders.I have a proven track record of building and maintaining strategic partnerships with universities, government agencies, education associations, and industry bodies. These relationships have been instrumental in driving successful business outcomes and achieving mutually beneficial goals in South Asian markets.

Listed skills include Strategic Planning, Teamwork, Analysis, Team Leadership, and 11 others.