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Global Team

Behind very GapGuru gap year is a team of dedicated mentors, travellers and development specialists who have been working in our programme countries for years.

Prakriti Malhotra

Director

Empowering Future Global Leaders

I believe that one student, one team, and one programme can be a powerful catalyst for change. I’m inspired by seeing young people grow into global citizens and future leaders through meaningful international experiences that create positive impact for both participants and communities.

Arvind Malhotra

CEO

Building Confidence Through Connection

I believe meaningful change begins with experience—stepping beyond comfort zones, engaging deeply with the world, and learning through real connection. At GapGuru, we empower young people to discover their purpose, build confidence, and develop the skills and perspective to lead with integrity and make a positive impact.

Simon Drayton

Director of Risk, Safety and IT

Leading Ethical & Safe Global Operations

With over 20 years of experience, I lead risk, safety and IT to ensure programmes run safely and ethically. I work with global partners and teams to deliver responsible travel and meaningful, transformational learning experiences.

Lizzie George

Business Manager

Guiding Purposeful Travel

With over eight years of experience and a passion for purposeful travel, I believe immersive experiences can inspire personal growth and global understanding. I work closely with partners and educators to help young people step beyond their comfort zones and take part in transformative gap year experiences.

Rachel Kelly

Sales and Marketing Manager

Leading Ethical & Safe Global Operations

I’m a gap year expert who believes deeply in the power of travel to build confident, curious, and socially aware young people. With a background in sustainability and long-term international travel, I support students and families in choosing meaningful, responsible gap year pathways and help strengthen GapGuru’s presence in the UK.

Adam Hughes

Safety and Compliance Manager

Leading Ethical & Safe Global Operations

I’m an operations and safety specialist with over seven years of experience in student travel across the UK and Australia. With expertise in risk management, expedition leadership, and incident response, I help strengthen GapGuru’s safety frameworks and maintain high standards across all programmes.

Victoria Eriksson

Product Manager

Learning Beyond Comfort Zones

I’m an outdoor adventure and community educator from Finland who believes the best learning happens through hands-on experiences beyond our comfort zones. With over a decade of experience designing and leading purposeful student travel programmes, I create journeys that build resilience, confidence, and meaningful personal growth.

Country Teams

Gonzalo Davila

Regional Director - South America

Global Perspectives for Local Change

Originally from Trujillo, Peru, and having lived in eight countries, I’m passionate about economic and humanitarian sustainable development. With experience supporting peacebuilding and community resilience in post-conflict regions, I enjoy tackling complex challenges alongside talented teams and contributing to positive, lasting change.

Mork

Thailand Hub Manager

Passionate About Community Health

I’m the Programme Lead for Health at FutureSense Foundation, where I’ve worked for six years. I love that this role has pushed me beyond my comfort zone and helped me grow my skills. I’m passionate about cultural respect, believing each community has its own way of life, and it’s important to appreciate and respect these differences. One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is seeing communities apply what they’ve learned to improve their daily lives.

Sarah Chou

Cambodia Country Manager

Guiding Purposeful Travel

I’m a Taiwanese-American Austrian with a master’s in development economics and experience working with communities across four continents. Based with our Cambodia team, I love connecting travel with meaningful work, learning from the people I work alongside, and embracing adventure both on and off the job.

Laxmi Gautam

India Country Manager

Creating Opportunity Through Connection

Originally from Nepal and based in India for over a decade, I’m passionate about working with people from diverse backgrounds and creating positive impact in their lives. I strongly believe in global citizenship and supporting underprivileged communities while learning and growing through every experience.

Gandip Dangi

Nepal Country Manager

Building Partnerships for Lasting Change

I’m passionate about building strong community partnerships and designing programmes that create lasting impact. I love seeing communities, stakeholders, and young people come together to tackle challenges like climate change and development, and to support the next generation of leaders.

Josias Rodrigiuez

Panama Country Manager

Supporting Communities Through Shared Experience

I’m passionate about working closely with local communities and sharing meaningful moments through community-led projects. I love showcasing Panama’s culture and landscapes while supporting education, community development, and healthcare initiatives that give back where it matters most.

Erika Chirinos

Peru Program Lead

Designing Futures Through Community Action

I’m passionate about working with communities to design educational and sustainability projects that create real impact. Based in Urubamba, I love seeing our work make a tangible difference in children’s lives, while championing learning, climate action, education, technology, and the arts.

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