George U.

George U. is an accomplished leader in the education and hospitality sectors, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Xcell EDU®️ since March 2024, where a commitment to excellence in education and the global hospitality industry is prioritized. George holds significant roles as a Senior Consultant and Partner at Global Consulting in Education Excellence and as an Accredited Senior Master Facilitator with the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute. George's extensive experience includes quality auditing for the UN Tourism Academy and certification assessments for the EFQM model. Previous positions include Chief Learning Officer at Synergia Academy, Chief Operations Officer for PMD Hospitality, Executive Director and Dean of the YueXiu Institute of Hospitality Administration, and Managing Director at XIJIAO State Guest Hotel in Shanghai. Educational credentials include certifications in Hotel Operations and Revenue Management from Cornell University, a Professional Graduate Specialization in Higher Education from European Studies, and a degree in Chemical Engineering from Istanbul Technical University.