On January 29, 2026, Mexico City became the meeting point for leaders, innovators, and partners shaping the future of international education. EdSummit'26 CDMX 🇲🇽, hosted by Edvisor, brought together the global education community for an afternoon and evening of insights, collaboration, and meaningful conversations about what’s next for the sector.
Designed as a space for collaboration, innovation, and shared growth, EdSummit continues to strengthen its role as a global platform connecting agencies, institutions, solution providers, and industry leaders across key markets.
EdSummit was created with a clear purpose: to foster community, encourage partnerships, and drive conversations about the future of global education. From Mexico City to Bogotá, São Paulo, Madrid, and Istanbul, the event series reflects Edvisor’s commitment to building a truly connected international education ecosystem.
In Mexico, this purpose came to life through a carefully curated agenda that balanced data-driven insights, product innovation, and real-world challenges faced by education professionals today.
One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of real-time data and market trends from the Edvisor platform, offering a clear picture of the Mexican education market in 2025.
Despite a challenging year marked by a decline in student demand, the data revealed important opportunities for agencies that adapt their strategies. Insights covered proposal volumes, average conversion timelines, the impact of payment plans on acceptance rates, and network growth across agencies operating in Mexico. These takeaways reinforced a critical message: smarter processes, stronger follow-up, and integrated payment solutions are key to navigating market volatility.
EdSummit Mexico also marked an important milestone for Edvisor with the introduction of new product updates and the evolution toward a more universal and unified platform.
Attendees got a first look at improvements across inventory management, recruiting workflows, proposal creation, automation, and the student portal experience. The focus is clear: streamline B2B and B2C recruiting, reduce operational friction, and create a more transparent, student-friendly journey from first proposal to enrollment.
Many of these features will roll out in early 2026, with EdSummit participants receiving early access.
A powerful session on student protection highlighted the evolving needs of international students and the growing responsibility institutions and agencies have in supporting student wellbeing.
The session was led by Lucia Quigley, Senior Account Manager at GuardMe Europe, one of Edvisor’s trusted partners in student insurance and protection. Drawing on global data and real-world cases, Lucia explored key trends such as rising student anxiety, increased reliance on digital support channels, and the critical importance of 24/7, multilingual care for international students.
The discussion reinforced that student support is no longer optional—it is a strategic pillar of risk management, student wellbeing, and institutional responsibility in today’s international education landscape.
Another key moment of the event focused on student payments and financial partnerships, highlighting how financial infrastructure has become a critical pillar of the international student journey.
The session was led by Thomas Butler, Commercial Director for Education at TransferMate, Edvisor’s global payments partner. Drawing from real partner case studies, Thomas demonstrated how unified payment systems, transparent reconciliation, and flexible payment plans help institutions and agencies reduce operational complexity, lower costs, and significantly improve the experience for international students.
As global mobility continues to grow, the session reinforced that modern, integrated payment solutions are no longer a nice-to-have—but essential for scalability, compliance, and long-term growth in international education.
The evening concluded with a dynamic Industry Leaders Panel exploring the future of international education. Leaders from agencies, institutions, and global organizations shared perspectives on market shifts, student expectations, technology, and the importance of collaboration across the ecosystem.
The panel was hosted by Fabiola MartĂnez, Regional Director for LATAM at ICEF, and featured a diverse group of leaders representing agencies, institutions, and international education organizations:
Bruno Perron, Founder and President at CLASS Education
Marlon Fiacco, Co-Director at EduConsulting
Gareth Jones, Director of International Enrolment, Recruitment & Market Development at Douglas College
Evan Jerome, Senior Vice President of International Programs at Monroe University
Thiago Gonçalves, Director at Egali México
The conversation reinforced a key takeaway from EdSummit Mexico 2026: the future of international education will be shaped by those who are willing to collaborate, adapt, and keep students at the center of every decision.
A highlight of the evening was the Edvisor Awards, a moment dedicated to recognizing agencies and partners who are making a meaningful impact within the global education ecosystem.
Each award celebrated excellence, innovation, and long-term commitment to students, institutions, and the broader international education community.
Lifetime Partner Award – Estudiantes Embajadores
Recognizing a long-standing partnership built on trust, collaboration, and consistent contribution to the international education sector.
Innovation Leader Award – Edu Consulting
Awarded for driving innovation, embracing new solutions, and setting new standards in how agencies operate and grow within a rapidly evolving market.
Top Newcomer Award – Doppler Education
Celebrating an outstanding new partner who quickly made an impact through strong performance, engagement, and alignment with the Edvisor ecosystem.
Leading Agency Award – BlueBee
Honoring an agency that stands out for excellence in results, professionalism, and leadership within the Mexican market.
The awards ceremony was a powerful reminder that Edvisor is more than a platform—it is a community built by partners who continuously push the industry forward. The night concluded with networking, connections, and conversations that reinforced the shared mission of shaping the future of international education together.
More than an event, EdSummit Mexico 2026 was a reminder of the strength of the global education community—and the shared responsibility to build better, smarter, and more human experiences for students worldwide.
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