About Us

We love what we do! Our passion is about stimulating change and transformation in the hearts and minds of our students.

Our broad experience and expertise come from many years in teaching and curriculum development, teacher education, executive and professional training programs for government officials, study abroad and international student recruitment, and high school and tertiary teaching.

IGENZ’s innovative and unique education model brings together the best that New Zealand educationalists, industry leaders, professors and practitioners can offer for each study tour using our experiential-based model of delivery, engagement and development for visiting student groups.

The founder of IGENZ, Jan, began designing and hosting international university study abroad programs in 2005. The team shares the same values and mindset of global engagement and excellence in delivering life-changing programs and tours.

Meet the team

Jan Fitz-Gerald, Global Engagement
Founder and Chief Executive
Jan has over 30 years of experience in public and private education at tertiary and secondary levels
Program Leader
Susie has worked in the education sector for many years with students, staff, international delegates,
Accompanying tutor for cultural anthropology, Māori immersion and understanding
We are delighted to have Kururangi join the team as an accompanying tutor,
Program Leader Australia (Agriculture)
Laurel is based in Brisbane, Australia and has a strong background in education,
Program Logistics
Originally from Finland, Sari proudly adopted New Zealand as her home in the early 90s,
We engage many local guest presenters, professors, tutors, researchers, experts and industry and professional leaders from throughout the country for each tour.
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