Stephen Reilly is a Director and Program Development Coordinator for Global Experiences. Having lived everywhere from Hong Kong to Sweden to Australia, Stephen has had a great number of Global Experiences. As a Fulbright Scholar in Sweden in 1998-1999, Stephen earned his Master's Degree in International Relations graduating with high honors. He has taught English in China, backpacked throughout Asia, Australia and Europe, and even trekked across Mongolia and Siberia via the Transsiberian Railway. Stephen's extensive global academic, travel, and professional experience brings invaluable guidance and insight to the program structure and the organization as a whole. He currently lives in Arnold, Maryland USA with his wife and 3 children.

Emily Merson is a Director for Global Experiences. Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Emily traveled the world extensively. Emily earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of New South Wales in Australia as well as her Master's Degree in Peace and Conflict Studies from Uppsala University in Sweden. She completed her international internship with the United Nations in Jakarta, Indonesia in 1998 and went on to travel extensively throughout Europe and Australasia. Emily's experiences provide Global Experiences an invaluable depth of academic and culture insight. Having recently returned from 3 years in her native Australia, she currently lives in Arnold, Maryland USA with her husband and 3 children.

Pamela Ruiz is the Director of Operations for Global Experiences. Formerly the Director and National Secretary of IAESTE United States, Pamela has extensive experience within the international internship industry. As National Secretary, she served as the U.S. delegate and facilitator in domestic and international conferences. Her career has always been within the international realm, including work in translation and international relocation. Ms. Ruiz has lived, studied and worked in Italy, and has traveled to Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. Pamela holds a degree in Art History from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland with her husband and two sons.

Faith Bigelow is the Accounts Manager for Global Experiences. A graduate of Salisbury State University in Maryland with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and a focus in Philosophy, Faith has always been fascinated by people and their cultures, and is a self-proclaimed “people-watcher”. Faith got her first taste of international travel and experience several years ago when she and her soccer team traveled to Malta for an International Soccer Tournament. Since being bitten by the “travel bug” she has visited Mexico, Rome and Venice, Italy as well as St. Martin in the Caribbean. She continues to play soccer and is always on the lookout for another tournament overseas, so if you know of any, don’t hesitate to contact her!

Alicia Thompson-Pagano is the Global Experiences representative in Milan, Italy. She is from Kansas, and has her B.A. in History from William Jewell College. In her junior year of college Alicia first came to Milan for a semester study abroad. She just couldn’t get enough of Italian culture, food or the people, so she moved back to Milan after graduation and got married this past spring. Alicia first found Global Experiences as a student and intern in our Milan program, and is happy that she can now help other students to get to know Milan, and to have as great of an experience as she had. Having completed the program herself in Milan, there is no one better to provide on the ground support to Milan participants. Alicia loves to travel and has made stops in Scotland, Morocco, Spain, Sweden, Germany and all throughout Italy. She is also passionate about art, old Italian cinema, swimming, and Tiramisu.

Lisa Consiglio-Ryan is an Internship Program Consultant for Global Experiences. Lisa brings her many years as a teacher, classroom mentor and education specialist to her role at Global Experiences combining it with her love of travel and a desire to help all our participants meet their educational and personal goals through international work experience. Lisa has traveled throughout the US and Europe, and her favorite city is Florence. Lisa has a special interest in fashion. Lisa holds a BS in Developmental Psychology and a MA in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh. Now a resident of Annapolis. Maryland Lisa lives with her husband and two kids.

Aubree Norris is an Internship Program Consultant for Global Experiences. As a former GE intern herself (London 2007), Aubree traveled throughout London, France, and Portugal. She had such a great internship experience Aubree decided to join the GE team to help other students find unique work experience opportunities around the globe. Aubree holds a university degree in Art and Educational Technology from Ball State University. When she is not in the office, you can find Aubree outdoors, covered in oil paints, kayaking, or playing with her cat, Norah.

Lisa Ackerson is the Director of University Relations for Global Experiences. Lisa is primarily responsible for developing institutional relationships. Lisa has worked in various roles at Global Experiences over the years, both with students and faculty and can offer exceptional guidance to institutions looking to develop international internships. Lisa is originally from Melbourne, Australia, where she earned her Bachelor of Teaching degree from Deakin University. Upon graduating she relocated to London, UK to begin a teaching job. While there she was able to visit many European cities. She has also traveled around her homeland Australia, visited New Zealand, and beautiful Fiji. She currently lives in Annapolis, Maryland, USA with her husband and three daughters.

Jodi Freitag is a Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) Program Consultant. Jodi received her TEFL International certification in Manual Antonio, Costa Rica, and she received her BA in management from Baltimore International College. She grew up in Italy and has traveled the world. She is passionate about teaching and learning about other cultures. When she not helping people enroll in the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) program she is planning her next adventure, baking, reading, or enjoying the outdoors.

Jessica Burns is an Internship Program Consultant and works with interns from all over the globe providing them with excellent service and help in finding the right program that will give them a memorable and valuable experience. After graduating from the University of Maryland at College Park, Jessica spent time living in Barcelona, Spain where she studied Spanish and became an avid soccer fan. While living in Spain she developed life-long friendships and traveled to many European cities. Originally from Maryland, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outside and is very excited to take out her new kayak! She currently lives in Annapolis, Maryland, USA.