Name: Sunny Varkey
Designation: Founder and Chairman
Company: GEMS Education
Sunny Varkey, Founder and Chairman of GEMS Education, is a pioneering figure in global education, dedicated to expanding access to high-quality learning. An Indian-born entrepreneur, Varkey believes education can transform lives and build better societies, making GEMS one of the largest and most respected private education providers worldwide.
Varkey’s journey began in Dubai, where his father, K. S. Varkey, founded the first GEMS school in 1959. Joining the family business in the late 1980s, Sunny Varkey led its rapid expansion, driven by a commitment to accessible education for all, regardless of geography or financial means. Under his leadership, GEMS operates 60+ schools across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, offering British, American, and International Baccalaureate curricula. He emphasizes quality teaching, modern methodologies, state-of-the-art facilities, and teacher development to empower educators. Today, GEMS Education stands as a global leader in educational excellence, diversity, and innovation.
