Educator & Entrepreneur
Bryant Stevenson Hand
25 years of experience in educational leadership, administration, consulting & project management.
bryanthand@gmail.com
I am an educator, social entrepreneur, and lifelong learner. My educational career began in New York City in the 1990s, and has been shaped by a commitment to educational equity and progressive learning. I continued my career teaching in Thailand, where I first tried my hand in educational administration, which has evolved over the past 25 years into educational and entrepreneurial leadership across Latin America. In Guatemala I have founded the Oxford Language Center and the education NGO Las Manos de Christine, and spent a decade serving as the Founding Director of the Antigua Green School. In 2022 I took over as the Executive Director of Impact Hub Antigua, and now lead initiatives that blend education, workforce development, and social innovation.
I have a Master’s degree in International Education from UMASS, the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and I focus my work around a modern educational approach and relavent technologies, at the same time grounding my educational philosophy in progressive traditions and human-centered learning. Currently I focus on designing and scaling educational programs that support marginalized communities, address systemic inequities in education, and expand access to meaningful learning opportunities throughout the Latin American region.
Summary
An accomplished and dedicated leader with two decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and business administration. Proven track record of building and nurturing collaborative relationships, driving strategic visions, and fostering impactful learning environments. Adept in organizational development, risk management, financial oversight, and team leadership. Extensive expertise in board of directors work, marketing, fundraising, and coaching professionals for excellence. Committed to making a significant impact in the field of international education and sustainable development.
Core knowledge and skills:
Strategic visionary leadership
Development and sustainability initiatives
Risk assessment and management
Financial oversight and budgeting
Professional coaching and mentoring
Marketing, fundraising, and grant writing
Recruitment, hiring and team supervision
Board of directors engagement
Impact Hub Antigua
Director
Antigua, Guatemala
2022 – Present
Collaborate with the Impact Hub global network to consult nonprofits, small businesses, and entrepreneurs.
Provide strategic guidance in areas of environmental sustainability, social equity, governance, education, and technology.
Assist in program development, initiative design, and project management for positive community impact.
Leverage my experience and network to drive excellence in education and development initiatives.
Antigua Green School
Head of School
Founding Director
2009 – 2019
Developed the school's mission and vision to align with progressive educational values the Montessori method and achieve Cambridge International School accreditation in 2015.
Created policies, standards, and aligned procedures with rigorous Cambridge International requirements.
Mentored educators, facilitated productive conferences, and fostered growth-oriented staff culture.
Strategically expanded the school, achieving remarkable revenue growth and community recognition.
Las Manos de Christine
Las Cruces, NM USA
Founding Director
Board of Directors Chairman
2007 - Present
Established a 501(c)(3) organization for education in Guatemala, offering nutrition, English language, tutoring and vocational programs.
Developed and executed strategic vision, managed budgets, secured funding, and supervised educators.
Led impactful programs, such as English language learning, employment readiness and continuing education scholarships for young women in the El Hato community.
Oxford Language Center
Guatemala City, Gt
Founder / Director
2004 – 2009
President of the Board
2019 – Present
Founded and developed the educational institution to become the market leader in English language learning, educational consulting, exam preparation, and university admission services.
Demonstrated financial acumen through budget management, financial reporting, and successful transition to online services.
Cultivate strategic partnerships with local stakeholders, enhancing brand reputation and visibility.
Lead sales team, track progress via CRM, and have achieved official Cambridge Assessment Centre status.
Mentor staff and uphold high educational standards, ensuring exceptional service and professionalism.
Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM
Bachelors of Arts (B.A.)
North American Montessori Association Columbia, MD
Whole School Management in Administration
Selected Achievements
Educational Entrepreneurship: Successfully founded and managed several distinct schools, academies, and educational nonprofits across Guatemala, each tailored to address the unique needs of their respective communities. Demonstrated exceptional financial management skills, ensuring long-term sustainability and ongoing success for all projects.
Environmentally Conscious Infrastructure: Led a comprehensive design of program curricula and a construction project at El Hato Public School in Guatemala, resulting in the creation of environmentally friendly classrooms, a library, a children's playground, and surrounding gardens. Implemented sustainable programs and practices and delivered a program and enhanced learning environment for students.
Educational Facilities: Skillfully managed a diverse team comprising architects, contractors, investors, educators, and parents in designing and constructing Antigua Green School facilities. These facilities adhered to U.S. Green School Council standards and Cambridge International School requirements, aiming to provide modern, progressive, and sustainable learning environments each tailored to Early Childhood, Kinder, Elementary, and Secondary School levels.
Accreditation Milestone: As Director of the Antigua Green School, orchestrated the preparation of K-12 facilities, curriculum, students, teachers, management team, board of directors, and the community for the inspection process by Cambridge International in 2015 / 2016. This effort led to the school's distinction as the first accredited Cambridge International School in Guatemala.
Innovative Curriculum Development: Submitted project charters, secured grants, and designed curricula for diverse educational initiatives, including a transformative botanical science course at the Rikers Island Prison Complex in New York. Integrated visual arts techniques for enhanced learning through observation and application, fostering engagement and growth among inmates.