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GA Education: the first Strategic and Academic Committee marked by Boldness 

Nov 15, 2025 -

On 29 October 2025, GA Education held its first Strategic and Academic Committee at the Château de Ferrières, bringing together key figures from the academic and entrepreneurial worlds to reflect on the major challenges facing the future of education.

Alongside Khalil Khater, President of the Accelis Group, Pierre Frangieh, Vice-President of the Group, and members of the GA Education Executive Committee, the following distinguished guests were present:

  • Bernard Belletante, President of the Strategic and Academic Committee
  • Patrice Bégay, Founder of Eurosport and France24, former Communications Director at Wanadoo and BPI France
  • Michel Fayad, EBS Alumni – Class of 2006. Asset Management, Energy and Natural Resources Consultant and Political and Geopolitical Analyst on CNEWS, LCI and BFMTV
  • Dagmar Woodward, former Managing Director of the Royal Monceau and Intercontinental Paris
  • Anastasia Tess, Ferrières Alumni – Class of 2020. Head Sommelier at Le Sénéquier
  • François Grima, Lecturer and Researcher at Paris-Est Créteil University
  • Rémy Peres, Deputy Managing Director of the Marne et Gondoire Urban Community

AUDACE 6.0: a strategy to reinvent higher education

This meeting marked the official presentation of AUDACE 6.0, the flagship strategy of GA Education — a bold vision uniting the expertise of its three schools — Ferrières, EBS Paris and École 89 — around three key pillars:

  • The Fusion Trail, an inter-school pathway where business, hospitality and tech students collaborate on real-world projects.
  • The 100% Business Model, placing professional experience at the very heart of pedagogy through the Accelis Alternance Trail or immersive missions.
  • The Family Business, a driving force behind a culture of action, humility and knowledge transmission.

“With Audace 6.0, we are turning the company into a genuine space for learning and transformation,” emphasised Pierre Frangieh, Vice-President of the Accelis Group.

🏫 Three Schools, One Shared Vision

🎓 Ferrières – Augmented Hospitality

Ferrières trains the leaders of hospitality, management and customer experience.
Balancing tradition and innovation, the school stands as a global reference for the service of tomorrow.

💼 EBS Paris – Business Development

EBS Paris embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship and boldness.
Rebuilt on a new campus in Paris’s 13th arrondissement, it positions itself as the school of business development, entrepreneurship and strategic creativity — shaping the professions of tomorrow.

💻 École 89 – Deep Tech

Born from the conviction that the future is built through technology, École 89 trains software architects, data experts and digital innovation creators.
A Deep Tech school at the forefront of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and digital design.

🌍 A Group Focused on the Future

With its 70 in-house companies, GA Education implements a pedagogy fully anchored in the real economy, where students learn in, through and for the company.

Its future shared campus, currently under construction in Ferrières-en-Brie, will cover over 20,000 m², featuring a student residence, coworking spaces and sports facilities inspired by American campuses.

“We dreamt of this strategy, we built it, and now we bring it to life,” concluded Pierre Frangieh.

🧭 About GA Education

GA Education is a private higher education group bringing together three complementary schools:

Together, they form a unique ecosystem preparing talents for the professions of the futurefostering value creation and sustainable impact.

Testimonials

All around the world, our Alumni share what Ferrières has brought to their journey: strong skills, an audacious vision, and above all, an unforgettable human adventure. Their testimonials embody what it means to learn, to dare, and to grow in a school like no other.

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What makes Ferrières different is its proximity and support. Whether it's a teacher or a principal, everyone is there when you need them. You're never alone when facing difficulties: you're supported and guided toward solutions.

M.,

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Arriving just as the school was celebrating its second anniversary, I spent the entire Bachelor's program with them. Three wonderful years punctuated by encounters, experiences, and professional development. Not everything is perfect, but the teams work every day to get closer to it.

M.,

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The Ferrières School was a real favorite. The teachers share their passion and experience, which adds real value to the course. Thanks to the PAP, professional integration is facilitated, with real support throughout the program.

L.,

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Great experience within the School, I appreciate the Masterclasses that we can benefit from thanks to the intervention of professionals in gastronomy and hospitality.

C.,

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I chose to enter Ferrières in September 2018 for my first year of my Bachelor's degree. The supervision is effective and the ecosystem allows us to become professionals in the various restaurants and accommodation services, which is very enriching for our future in this vast sector.

S.,

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Ferrières is a real adventure, marked by three years of encounters, laughter, and learning. I thought I'd have to change, but the school simply pushes us to grow. My advice: be yourself, have fun, and give your best—here, personal excellence is the norm.

L.,

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What can I say about Ferrières? After three years at this splendid school, I realize how far I've come. I found much more than friends there: a true family. The teaching allowed me to improve, but also to mature. Ferrières, I will miss you.

M.,

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A truly enriching experience, marked by wonderful encounters, both personal and professional. Wonderful events were also organized at the château, making the journey even more memorable.

C.,

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The Ferrières School is a real opportunity thanks to its unique positioning in the luxury sector. In addition to quality teaching, it offers access to prestigious events in Paris and at the château, while allowing students to concretely plan their future careers.

L.,

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I don't regret choosing Ferrières: I thrive here and learn alongside passionate professionals. The school offers real opportunities, like the Career Summit and masterclasses. The administration is attentive, and student life, driven by the Student Union, is very dynamic.

L.,

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As a student at Ferrières, I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to further their education in hospitality, gastronomy, and luxury. The courses are enriching, the immersion in the ecosystem is invaluable, and I'm proud to be a part of it.

A.,

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The Ferrières School has allowed me to gain skills, maturity, and rigor. Thanks to the quality of the courses and the instructors, I feel ready for the professional world. Studying at such a prestigious institution is a real opportunity.

M.,

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As a Master's student, I recommend this school to those who want to fully invest themselves and learn alongside professionals to grow, both personally and professionally.

M.,

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I don't regret my choice: the courses live up to the school's prestige, and I'm proud to be part of the Ferrières adventure. Discovering the restaurant and gastronomy professions is both ambitious and exciting.

A.,

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After two years in Ferrières, I am completely satisfied with my choice. The training is comprehensive, the setting is ideal, and the internships at the Meliá Paris La Défense and the St. Regis Bora Bora were very enriching.

A.,

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An ambitious experience that I don't regret. A gateway to a promising career! A school unlike any other in the world.

M.,

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The Ferrières School is ideal for developing skills in luxury hospitality and gastronomy. I highly recommend it!

L.,

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I'm enjoying my experience at Ferrières, which is supported by an ideal setting and passionate teachers. The school, young and growing, offers a solid network for joining major institutions in France and abroad.

E.,

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Having been a student at Ferrières for three years, I can say that it's a school of life that has taught me a lot, both professionally and personally. The professors are all experienced professionals. I don't regret my choice.

C.,

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