Andrew Gordon
Andrew Gordon is a social entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of DA Global Access Network (formerly Diversity Abroad), the leading organization dedicated to advancing access, equity, and inclusion in international education. A longtime collaborator with IES Abroad and DA Global GSLS presenter, Andrew celebrates nearly 20 years of shared impact and partnership. Since founding Diversity Abroad in 2006, Andrew has become a national voice and trusted advisor for institutions and organizations working to ensure that underrepresented students have equitable access to global learning opportunities. A frequent speaker and writer on DEI in study abroad, he has consulted with colleges, nonprofits, corporations, and government agencies across the country. A graduate of the University of San Francisco, Andrew studied and interned abroad in Mexico and Spain and is fluent in Spanish, with additional proficiency in French and Portuguese. His lived experience across multiple continents has fueled his mission to prepare the next generation of diverse global leaders.
“Study abroad didn’t just broaden my perspective—it reshaped my life. It sparked a passion for global exploration that led me to found Diversity Abroad—now DA Global—at 25. Today, living in Barcelona and having visited 70+ countries, I’m a direct product of that early opportunity. Study abroad unlocks career opportunities, nurtures global understanding, and expands students’ sense of what’s possible. We must be tireless in ensuring these opportunities are accessible to all.”Andrew Gordon