Gloria Mercado-Fortine is the president and CEO of Global Education Solutions. She is a school board member for the William S. Hart Union High School District in Santa Clarita and; a former teacher and principal at LAUSD.

Following high school graduation, Gloria enrolled at California State University Northridge where she earned her undergrad degree. She continued her education at Pepperdine University, graduating with a Master of Science degree in school management and administration. Her 30-year career in education included positions as a teacher, counselor, principal, and assistant superintendent in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Gloria has been a passionate advocate for education and a role model for young people, both in her professional and personal life.