Julia Garvey

Deputy Director General BESA

Deputy Director General of British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) 

Julia looks after operational issues and supports the Director General, Caroline Wright, to promote the work of BESA and our members within the UK and internationally.

Julia has worked in education publishing and EdTech for over 20 years, both in-house and as an external marketing consultant. She has worked for a number of BESA members over the years such as Rising Stars and GL Assessment, and alongside EdTech Exchange founder George Burgess as Marketing Lead at Gojimo. As poacher turned gamekeeper, Julia understands the needs of our suppliers and is passionate about ensuring that every company takes full advantage of the benefits of their membership. 

In her spare time she runs (a lot!) and is Vice Chair of Governors at Langley Park School for Boys.