Getting to know Gary, Pearson VUE's new Managing Director

Getting to know Gary, Pearson VUE's new Managing Director


Liverpudlian. Fitness enthusiast. Customer-focused problem solver. Dr. Gary Gates is all of these things — and he’s also the new Managing Director at Pearson VUE. And whether you’re well acquainted with him from his ten-plus years growing our international business, or you’ve not yet had the pleasure of meeting him, we think you’ll find these three short video clips revealing, reassuring, and maybe even a little surprising.

Chapter 1: The new role

Hear a bit about Gary’s background, why he’s ideal for the new role, and what he’s most looking forward to.

We’ve been very successful, but we can’t be complacent. The question is: what do our customers need and how can we continue the growth story?

Chapter 2: Who is Gary?

From what a typical day looks like (hint: there’s no such thing) to the best lesson a mentor gave him, get to know what makes Gary, Gary. We also find out just how British he really is, and how he’d describe himself in just three words.

 

It’s 4:00, let’s have some cucumber sandwiches and tea.

Chapter 3: Looking forward

Our final chapter reveals Gary’s thoughts on the future of the assessments and certification industry, what about Pearson VUE he’s most proud of, and what he wants clients to know.

At the end of the day, it’s what you do with your education that counts.


Liverpudlian. Fitness enthusiast. Customer-focused problem solver. Dr. Gary Gates is all of these things — and he’s also the new Managing Director at Pearson VUE. And whether you’re well acquainted with him from his ten-plus years growing our international business, or you’ve not yet had the pleasure of meeting him, we think you’ll find these three short video clips revealing, reassuring, and maybe even a little surprising.

Chapter 1: The new role

Hear a bit about Gary’s background, why he’s ideal for the new role, and what he’s most looking forward to.

We’ve been very successful, but we can’t be complacent. The question is: what do our customers need and how can we continue the growth story?

Chapter 2: Who is Gary?

From what a typical day looks like (hint: there’s no such thing) to the best lesson a mentor gave him, get to know what makes Gary, Gary. We also find out just how British he really is, and how he’d describe himself in just three words.

 

It’s 4:00, let’s have some cucumber sandwiches and tea.

Chapter 3: Looking forward

Our final chapter reveals Gary’s thoughts on the future of the assessments and certification industry, what about Pearson VUE he’s most proud of, and what he wants clients to know.

At the end of the day, it’s what you do with your education that counts.