Press release
Bell Switzerland strengthens its management team
17 July 2007
Brett Ordonez has been appointed to the position of Head of Adult Courses and Corporate Clients at Bell Switzerland with effect from 1st of August 2007. He will be responsible for growing Bell’s existing client portfolio, in particular UN organisations in Geneva and developing additional customized language courses. He will also ensure that EAQUALS standards are applied to all projects.
Brett Ordonez joins the Bell network with over 13 years of English language teaching experience. He is CELTA and DELTA qualified and is in the process of completing an MA in English Language Teaching & Applied Linguistics. Prior to joining Bell his previous position was Head of Professional Development & Quality Assurance at Hull’s School, International House, Zurich.
Brett takes over the position from Heather Turin, who is retiring in August. Heather started her career at Bell as a teacher trainer on a CELTA course in 1995. Later on she became Director of Studies (DOS) for Adults before changing to Head of Centre from 2002 to 2004. Under her guidance Bell Switzerland has developed contacts with international clients and she has also played a significant role in ensuring our students receive the highest quality teaching.
Jean-Luc Payot, Director of Bell Switzerland commented: “I’m delighted to announce the appointment of Brett, as his experience is going to be key in developing our language training portfolio for our international clients. “
David Pottinger, Bell’s Chief Executive added: “This is yet another high-calibre appointment to the Bell network and Brett will play an important role in helping grow and develop this business.”
Jean-Luc Payot
Director
Bell Switzerland
David Pottinger
CEO
Bell International
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Notes to editors:
Bell Switzerland is one of 30 Bell Language Centres worldwide. It is owned by the Bell Educational Trust, trading as Bell International, a leading educational charity and one of the largest British-owned providers of English language education services.
Each year the Bell network helps over 100,000 students, from more than 120 countries through one of its 25 worldwide teaching centres and e-channels, primarily to learn English and other languages.
In addition, Bell International is a global provider of teacher training, educational management, consultancy and project services to international organisations, universities and governments.
In the UK, Bell operates permanent teaching centres in London, Cambridge and Bedgebury as well as residential summer programmes for children aged 8 – 17 at a number of leading independent schools.
