Meeting the Global team.
Our vision is to be the K–12 education group of choice, with each school recognised as a valued institution within its local community, delivering transformational learning experiences that shape students into globally minded citizens.
We are proud to collaborate with educational agents and consultancies who share our commitment to providing students with a well-rounded, impactful school experience.
If you are interested in partnering with ISP, please contact our Global Agent Partnerships Team at: agentpartnerships@ISPschools.com
Joe Gao
Head of Recruitment - Greater China
Carlos Taboas
Head of Global Agent Partnerships
Joe Gao
Head of Recruitment – Greater China
With over a decade of experience in the international higher education industry, Joe Gao has witnessed both its golden era of unprecedented growth and its most challenging downturns marked by dramatic transformations.
During his seven-year tenure as Regional Recruitment Manager for South and West China at Shorelight, he led U.S. university recruitment initiatives across the region. In his most recent role as Director of Academic Research Programs at Harbour Education, he spearheaded nationwide team-building and program promotion for the company’s new strategic ventures.
Currently, as Head of Recruitment for Greater China at ISP, Joe has entered the international K12 education sector. In this role, he is leading efforts to establish ISP’s footprint in China’s B2B market and deliver tailored early education solutions that better align with the needs of Chinese families.
Carlos Taboas
Head of Global Agent Partnerships
Carlos is a seasoned professional with a versatile background in Education Management, experienced in international sales, business development, strategy, and B2B partnerships.
Carlos joined International Schools Partnership (ISP) in February 2025 and leads the development of global agent partnerships team. Carlos works closely with regional teams and schools to strengthen agent relationships and expand ISP’s global agent network.
Prior to ISP, Carlos served as Head of International Partnerships at InvestIN Education (part of Dukes Education), where he launched the global B2B agent channel, led the international partnerships team, and built strategic partnerships across key markets. He has also held senior leadership roles at Kaplan International and The Alpha Plus Group, delivering complex, premium education services across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.
Carlos is passionate about delivering high-quality solutions to business partners that meet their clients’ needs, ultimately unlocking learners’ potential through transformational educational experiences. He is committed to helping students discover their aspirations and equipping them with the knowledge, life skills, global networks, and opportunities they need to thrive as future leaders in a rapidly changing world.
In his free time, Carlos enjoys cooking, travelling, listening to music, nature walks, landscape photography, and spending time with his baby girl, family, and friends.
