Our Team
Meet the Team
We are a passionate team of study abroad professionals with extensive global travel experience. Our collective study abroad background supports our ambitious programmatic goals.
Simon Golola
Founder and Executive Director
Throughout Simon’s professional career in education, it emerged that there was a dire need for high-quality, locally-based, study abroad programs in East Africa. Simon intended to disrupt the underutilization of the region as a study destination and to foster a better global understanding of East Africa using student mobility. Drawing from his experience as an international student and well-traveled global education expert, Pathway Impact was founded. Simon holds a Master of Public Affairs from Park University (USA) and an MA in Education and International Development from University College London. In 2023 Simon completed the Designing and Leading Global Experiential Programs: On-site and Online course delivered by School for International Training (USA).
Joanna Nsereko
Student Advisor
Joe is in charge of advising students regarding the academic appropriateness of our programs and also provides specialized student support. She serves as the primary point of contact for students before, during and after their trip and also works closely with faculty and school administrators, as needed. Joe has prior working experience in Uganda where she garnered practical international experience working as a nurse. She is a qualified American nurse and is always enthusiastic about supporting students on their global exploration and life-changing adventure. She enjoys traveling, wildlife and taking care of others.
Sylvia Batamuliza
General Manager
Sylvia joined Pathway Impact after over a decade of professional experience in the airline sales industry. Before joining Pathway Impact, she was the Senior Sales Manager for Qatar Airways in Rwanda. She joined Pathway Impact because she believes in our organizational mission and impact. Sylvia is our GM and oversees the finance, marketing, business development and routine office administrative roles. Sylvia is extremely well-traveled and enjoys socializing with people of all walks of life. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Office Administration and Management from National University of Rwanda.
Sara Cohen
Program Development Advisor
Sara plays an integral role in our strategic planning and continuous program development. She ensures that we maintain an outcomes-focused approach with clear learning deliverables and also provides guidance towards program development and design, lead generation, and overall compliance. Sara has a solid track record as an instructional designer and trainer with over 10 years of experience working within the education ecosystems of East Africa. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Development from Queen’s University (Canada) and an MA in African Studies from SOAS University of London.
Today, the opportunity for students to combine education and travel to East Africa has never been greater. Our experiences empower and motivate young people to become engaged global citizens and next-generation leaders.
Simon Golola
Founder