We discover leaders who make a difference
Inicio Partners was born out of a passion for education and a commitment to excellence, with a singular purpose to connect educational organisations with leaders who will shape their future.
Who are we
In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the need for visionary leaders who can navigate complexity and inspire change has never been more critical.

Our journey began with a simple observation that schools, colleges, universities, social impact organisations and commercial education businesses often struggle to find leaders who not only had the right qualifications but also aligned with their values and vision. We recognised that true leadership goes beyond credentials. It requires authenticity, passion, and a deep understanding of the sectors unique challenges.
We infuse energy, passion, and creativity into everything we do.
Our mission is to empower educational organisations with visionary leaders who are committed to fostering environments where students, staff, faculty, and communities thrive.
Our Values
Integrity

We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethics in all of our dealings, ensuring trust and transparency with our clients and candidates.

Excellence

We are committed to delivering an exceptional service and outcomes, ensuring the highest quality in everything we do.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of partnership and work closely with our clients, candidates, and team members to achieve shared goals.

Empathy

We approach every interaction with understanding and respect, valuing the unique experiences and aspirations of each individual we serve.

Innovation

We embrace forward-thinking approaches, always seeking new ways to enhance our services and meet the evolving needs of the education sector.

Authenticity

We prioritise genuine, transparent relationships, ensuring our recommendations align with the values and culture of the organisations we support.

Our Leadership
Our expertise allows us to anticipate trends, understand the unique challenges of our clients, and provide tailored solutions that align with the evolving needs of educational organisations.

We bring deep knowledge and a nuanced understanding of the education sector to every engagement.
Danielle West
FOUNDER & CEO
Danielle has been responsible for hundreds of the key educational leadership appointments including C-suite, across all school price points and curricular and a wide range of countries including Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Far East, Africa and North America.

Danielle is a hugely influential talent acquisition, management and HR specialist in the Global Education field, having spent the last decade working with one of the biggest K-12 private school providers in the world.
Vikas Pota
FOUNDER
Vikas is an entrepreneur, advocate and community builder in the global education sector.

In addition to Inicio Partners, he is the Founder and CEO of T4 Education, a global platform bringing together a community of over 200,000 teachers from more than 100 countries to transform education, and Executive Chair of the Education Leaders Forum, a leading intelligence platform for high growth companies.
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