Meet the leaders behind Pestalozzi International

We are deeply honoured for his support for our "Head, Heart, and Hands" approach, preparing each child to be responsible global citizens.

We are very grateful for the unwavering support of HRH The Duke of Gloucester, who has been our patron for an impressive five decades.

Sir Richard Butler and Lady Butler co-founded Pestalozzi International with the vision of using education to uplift marginalized children.

With 25+ years as a senior executive, he brings global expertise in guiding strategy, ensuring lasting impact for Pestalozzi International.

With strategic expertise in education and philanthropy, she ensures initiatives align with our mission to help disadvantaged children.

An experienced senior corporate & investment banker, he now focuses on supporting social enterprises and is a Governor at Laureate Academy.

Joining in 2020 with a wealth of experience of the charity sector, he has expanded programmes and improved governance and partnerships.

Former CEO of Pestalozzi Intern. Foundation, experienced Chief Executive and consultant with a diverse background in health and education.

With a PhD in international development, she is ensuring since 1996 that our programmes are culturally relevant for children.

With her extensive marketing expertise and a proven track record in building partnerships, she drives financial support for our programmes.

After 10 years in the Civil Service, she changed paths to work with young people with special needs before joining Pestalozzi in 2003.

A passionate fundraising professional, she joined Pestalozzi in 2023, bringing over four years of experience in events and donor relations.

With a background in primary education and digital resource development, she ensures that learning materials are engaging and effective.

With over 20 years in human rights and international development, Sonia leads on our global impact, driving growth and inspiring innovation.

He brings 15 years as a fundraising and marketing leader in the development sector in Switzerland / Social entrepreneur in Uganda

Experienced tax and estate lawyer. Member of various boards of directors and foundation boards. Dedicated philanthropy consultant.

A global investor with 20+ years experience, he inspires leaders with creative solutions to transform their businesses and create value.

She is an international relations graduate from LSE with diverse management experience in various NGOs.

He became a social entrepreneur after a distinguished career in international banking with First Boston Corporation & Blyth, Eastman Dilon.

Chairman of Indigo Capital, he previously spent 26 years at Credit Suisse First Boston, leading various finance practices.

Since his trip to Zambia 2009, he supports alumni in the US. He is on the Nonprofit Marketing & Social Impact teams at First Republic Bank.

A global business leader with extensive CEO experience, he serves as EVP, Leadership at the Aspen Institute.

Sandra, a retired law firm partner, is passionate about supporting scholarships for disadvantaged girls' secondary education in rural Africa

Advising companies on climate & sustainability programs, she inspires strengths to meet regulatory standards & capitalize on opportunities.

With 18+ years as Associate Director at Deloitte Africa, he guides in governance and leadership.

Chartered Accountant, project manager with 20+ years in audit, compliance, & finance. Now Learning Hub Manager at USAID Zambia MEL Platform.

She is a partner at an accounting advisory, bringing over 12 years of varied roles with Pestalozzi International.

President and Founder of Io Global Services, he is a Pestalozzi alumnus and an Imperial College graduate.

Fleeing Tibet for India as a refugee, she studied Osteopathy, English, and Psychology before earning a Bachelor’s in Education.

A graduate of The University of Cambridge, he has 40+ years in education and is currently Director of the Moravian Institute.

She graduated in 2021 from the Indian village with a degree in Fashion Technology & is now a Sales Trainee at World Fashion Exchange.

He received a scholarship for Computer Science and supported our Indian students in Math and Science.

She holds a BA in German language, literature & cultural studies; now she works at Amazon.

An alumnus of our Indian Campus, he became Board Chair at Pestalozzi World in Nepal and serves on the alumni committee.

As a social worker and former Director of SOS Children's Villages Nepal, his extensive expertise is invaluable to us.