Gems Education taps new chief marketing exec

Gems Education tapped our friend Suad Merchant (LinkedIn) as chief marketing officer, according to a statement. In her new role, Merchant will oversee global marketing, brand strategy, and communications across the group’s school network. She brings over 20 years of experience across financial services, IT, and consulting — including over eight years with our friends at Mashreq, where she most recently served as global head of brand, corporate communication, partnerships, and social strategy.