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When Bruno Bonnell walks through the door at GA Education: coffee, ideas and a vision of the future
Nov 6, 2025 -
There are mornings when the future takes shape over a simple cup of coffee. That morning, at the École 89 premises, Bruno Bonnell, Chief Investment Officer and face of the France 2030 plan, came to meet the GA Education teams. Not for a conference or a formal meeting. Just for a coffee. And ideas.
Over a cup of coffee, a dialogue about reality
Khalil Khater, Founding President of the Accelis Group and founder of GA Education, never talks about education without talking about business. For him, the link between higher education and the economic world is not just a partnership, but a conviction: schools must once again become places of action, not just transmission.
The group’s model — a family business that has made pedagogy a culture — is based on a simple idea: training means learning to build, not to recite.
Bruno Bonnell listens. And we can guess that he recognises himself in this approach.
Because France 2030 has the same motto: turning ideas into action.
École 89: moving to the economy of ideas
Next comes Joseph Abi Raad, Managing Director of École 89 and CEO of H-Tech Valley.
He uses few slides to explain his mission. ‘We must move to the economy of ideas.’
At this Deep Tech school, students learn through projects, working with companies on real-world issues. You don’t need to be an engineer to understand technology. You just need to practise it, question it and link it to creativity. Here, we talk about code, design, cybersecurity, software architecture and data — but above all, relevance.
Three schools, one vision
At European Business School, we learn to make development a culture: understanding markets, thinking about strategies, creating entrepreneurial momentum.
At Ferrières, augmented hospitality becomes an art: the art of experience, service and technology at the service of people.
And at École 89, Deep Tech becomes language: we code, we design, we create.
Three schools, three worlds. But one vision: that of the concrete. The Fusion Trail and the 100% Enterprise model shape a pedagogy where you don’t learn to ‘pretend’, but to really do. The goal? To train hybrid profiles, capable of talking code in the morning, strategy at noon and customer experience in the evening.
What GA Education offers is not just another programme.
It is a school of reality.
A campus as a manifesto
The conversation continues at the construction site of the future GA Education campus: more than 20,000 m² dedicated to training, research and student life. A place designed as a city within a city, where every detail embodies the group’s philosophy: learning, entrepreneurship and knowledge transfer.
The campus will accommodate more than 400 beds in an American-style student residence, designed to promote community life and well-being. Surrounding it, leisure areas, sports facilities and innovation zones will extend the learning experience beyond the classroom. A complete ecosystem, designed not as a school, but as a living organism.
This place will be the concrete symbol of the Audace 6.0 strategy, which combines business, technology and knowledge transfer in a single movement.
A coffee, a meeting, a turning point
There was nothing ostentatious about this morning. No official photos, no press releases. But there was a shared feeling: that of a France that still believes in the power of ideas.
Bruno Bonnell found in GA Education a concrete illustration of what he stands for: innovation through meaning, boldness through pedagogy, growth through training.
What if, in the end, the future began like this:
over a cup of coffee, between those who teach, those who innovate, and those who decide not to wait any longer.
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.
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
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.,
Diplomeo Review
An ambitious experience that I don't regret. A gateway to a promising career! A school unlike any other in the world.
M.,
Diplomeo Review
The Ferrières School is ideal for developing skills in luxury hospitality and gastronomy. I highly recommend it!
L.,
Diplomeo Review
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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