Andy Brown

Andrew Brown is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in international education and development. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor for Challenges Abroad since September 2023, Andrew focuses on partnership development. Previously held the position of Head of Strategy and Engagement, leading sustainable business development initiatives. Andrew's consultancy role at ANB Advisory involved the ranking and assessment of Australia Awards scholarship applications. A significant tenure at Scope Global from January 2007 to September 2022 included various leadership roles, such as Director of New Colombo Plan Administration & Support Services, where Andrew established a single provider model and delivered scholarship and mobility programs. Other notable roles included Chief Operations Officer & Deputy CEO, overseeing a portfolio of programs valued at over $250 million per annum and achieving a 100% success rate for contract extensions and re-tenders. Andrew holds a Master of Science in Social Anthropology from The University of Edinburgh and a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Agroforestry from Bangor University.