Mike Paasch is a highly experienced educator with a special interest in intercultural relations and leadership development. He possesses a deep understanding of diverse cultures, having led teams to various countries across Central America, South America, Europe, and Africa. Mike is fluent in Spanish and has significant experience in education and leadership development within Latin American environments. He has worked for several organizations, including Global Initiatives (GI), Redemption Church (formerly EVBC), and Unilever. Mike has served as the Spanish Department Head at Gilbert Christian Schools and has a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Arizona State University and a master's degree in Spanish Linguistics from New Mexico State University. He excels at starting up, developing, and scaling up programs in different environments, and his people-centric approach makes him a valuable asset to any team.