Leadership

Visionary Leadership, Academic Excellence

Visionary Leadership, Academic Excellence

At Meridian International Academy, we believe that education should be led by those who understand the journey. Our leadership team is comprised of seasoned academics and industry veterans dedicated to bridging the global education gap.

Our Core Values

Dr. David Gilbert | Principal

Dr. Gilbert oversees the academic integrity and strategic direction of MIA. With a focus on high-standard Ofqual-recognised delivery, he ensures that every student, regardless of their starting point, has a pathway to a world-class degree.

Thomas Osumah | Programme Leader (Business)

Thomas leads our Business faculty, focusing on Level 3 through Level 7 qualifications. His mission is to equip students with the entrepreneurial and managerial skills required to thrive in multinational firms and global markets.

Grace Ademola-Adenle | Programme Leader (Health and Social Care)

Grace heads our Health and Social Care department, ensuring our curriculum meets the rigorous standards required for healthcare professionals. She bridges the gap between academic theory and the compassionate, practical skills needed in the field.

Julius Oladele Omodara | Programme Leader (Engineering)

Julius brings technical expertise and academic rigour to our Engineering programmes. He focuses on creating pathways for students to enter advanced engineering degrees at our partner UK universities.

Dr. David Gilbert | Principal

Dr. Gilbert oversees the academic integrity and strategic direction of MIA. With a focus on high-standard Ofqual-recognised delivery, he ensures that every student, regardless of their starting point, has a pathway to a world-class degree.

Thomas Osumah | Programme Leader (Business)

Thomas leads our Business faculty, focusing on Level 3 through Level 7 qualifications. His mission is to equip students with the entrepreneurial and managerial skills required to thrive in multinational firms and global markets.

Grace Ademola-Adenle

Programme Leader (Health and Social Care) Grace heads our Health and Social Care department, ensuring our curriculum meets the rigorous standards required for healthcare professionals. She bridges the gap between academic theory and the compassionate, practical skills needed in the field.

Julius Oladele Omodara | Programme Leader (Engineering)

Julius brings technical expertise and academic rigour to our Engineering programmes. He focuses on creating pathways for students to enter advanced engineering degrees at our partner UK universities.

Dr. David Gilbert

"At Meridian International Academy, we don't believe a student's past performance should dictate their future potential. Our mission is to dismantle the barriers—whether they are geographical, financial, or academic—that stand between a determined learner and a world-class degree. We are more than an academy; we are a global bridge to excellence."

"MIA was born from a desire to democratize education. We don't just see students; we see future leaders who simply need the right bridge to reach their potential." — Dr. David Gilbert