Jeff Hutcheson has over 25 years of experience in the field of English language teaching and learning. He is a passionate advocate for the rights and needs of TESOL professionals and students worldwide. As the Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at TESOL International Association, he leads the association's efforts to influence local, state, federal, and global policies that affect the TESOL community and advance the interests of its members and affiliates. He is committed to promoting the values of diversity, inclusion, and excellence in TESOL, and to fostering collaborations and partnerships across the field and beyond.

In addition to his role at TESOL, he is also a founding partner at Global Ed Professionals, a consultancy firm that provides solutions for internationalizing the campus and preparing students for the global community. He leverages his extensive experience and expertise in ESL and higher education partnerships, as well as cross-border business development, to help clients achieve their goals and enhance their outcomes. Some of the skills that he brings to this role are policy advocacy, immigration, staff mentoring, and corporate training.