Startup Founder
John Evans
Building Catalyst GEM
I’m a mission-driven executive with over 30 years of experience leading higher education institutions in optimizing and scaling international enrollment. I’ve successfully driven the recruitment of over 20,000 international students across various online, hybrid, and on-campus programs while boosting university revenue by millions.
My passion lies in building and nurturing long-term partnerships that create opportunities for students worldwide, and I’ve developed a global network of 500+ channel partners across 25+ countries. I’m also a big believer in leveraging technology to simplify admissions processes, integrating scalable CRM solutions that enhance both efficiency and performance for higher education institutions.
Throughout my career, I’ve led the charge of creating data-driven strategies to enhance student retention, enrollment, and operational growth. Additionally, I’ve developed comprehensive coaching and training programs that streamline the F-1 visa process for international students, ensuring higher visa acceptance rates and smoother enrollment pipelines. In 2024, we have supported over 4,000 international students to navigate the F-1 visa processing, increasing their chances of success by over 220%.