Leadership

Leadership Built for Global Education Partnerships

Ellacy Global Group is guided by leaders with experience across scholarship strategy, institutional partnerships, education technology, global recruitment, and student success. Together, the leadership team brings U.S.-based credibility, Vietnam operating presence, and long-term commitment to measurable education outcomes.

Cuong Nguyen

Cuong Nguyen

Co-Founder & Chairman
U.S. Air Force (Maj. Ret.) · Scientist · Technology, Data, Systems & Strategy Leader

Cuong Nguyen brings systems thinking, technology leadership, and long-term strategic discipline to Ellacy's institutional partnerships and cross-border education work. His leadership supports Ellacy's mission to build structured, accountable, and scalable education pathways that expand access for students and strengthen institutional collaboration.

President & CEO
Ella Nguyen

Ella Nguyen

Co-Founder, President & CEO
Harvard Higher Education Teaching · Global Education Leader · Scholarship Strategist

Ella Nguyen leads Ellacy Global Group's ecosystem strategy across scholarships, university partnerships, academic pathways, student success, and technology-enabled education growth. With 15+ years in international education, she has built cross-border initiatives that connect students, families, institutions, and global opportunities through structured pathways and measurable outcomes.

Mark Kopenski

Mark Kopenski

Executive Advisor
President & CEO, Global Student Recruitment Advisors · Former University VP · Global Enrollment Strategist

Mark Kopenski advises Ellacy on U.S. partner growth, international enrollment strategy, and global recruitment pathways. His experience as a former university vice president and global enrollment strategist strengthens Ellacy's ability to support institutional partners with market insight, recruitment strategy, and scalable partnership development.