Jeff Minthorn

Panel moderator

A co-founder of Verge Magazine, the Go Global Expo, and Careers for Globetrotters, Jeff is a well-known voice in the area of international working, studying and volunteering. Having worked, studied and travelled on six continents, Jeff is passionate about the important role international experience plays in developing responsible, caring global citizens. He has spoken to audiences across Canada and the United States on subjects ranging from how to plan an international volunteer experience, to developing effective media skills and literacy. Before co-founding Verge, he worked in the field of experiential education, including several years training experiential educators. Through Verge and the Go Global Expos, Jeff has been helping to connect international organizations and global citizens for nearly two decades.