Negosentro | From a Small Village to Western Australia’s 40Under40 Spotlight: The Inspiring Rise of Tandin Dorji
Perth, Western Australia — Some stories don’t just deserve to be told — they deserve to be celebrated. The remarkable journey of Tandin Dorji, now a nominee for Western Australia’s prestigious 40Under40 Award, is one of them.
From a childhood spent in rural Bhutan, where evenings were illuminated by kerosene lamps instead of electric bulbs, to leading a global education organisation impacting tens of thousands, Dorji’s rise is a testament to resilience, purpose-driven leadership, and the quiet determination that defines true transformation.
Today, Dorji is the Founder & Director of EducationPro Group Pty Ltd and CEO of Kingston College, Perth, overseeing a multinational team of nearly 100 staff across seven countries. His companies have supported more than 10,000 international students in building new futures in Western Australia — a contribution that deeply resonates in a state shaped by migration, diversity and opportunity.
A Journey Defined by Courage, Not Comfort
When Dorji arrived in Western Australia as an international student in 2013, he carried none of the advantages often associated with rapid success. But he made up for it with discipline, humility and an unwavering work ethic.
Those early years — juggling studies, jobs, and responsibilities — would later become the foundation of a leadership style grounded in empathy and service.
His rise wasn’t shaped by perfect timing, either. It was shaped in the hard seasons: visa changes, market contractions, and an education sector facing unprecedented uncertainty. Yet, during one of the most turbulent periods, he made a defining decision — the bold acquisition and revitalisation of Kingston International College.
It was a move only a leader with deep conviction would make. And it paid off.
A Vision Bigger Than Business
Dorji’s work extends far beyond operational success. He is driven by a belief that education is a bridge — one that changes families, communities and generational trajectories.
It’s why his organisations invest in student support, community engagement and responsible migration pathways. It’s why thousands of students credit his guidance for their start in Australia. And it’s why his story resonates so deeply with migrants, first‑generation professionals and young leaders who see in him what’s possible with resilience and heart.
A Nomination That Reflects More Than Achievement
Being named a 40Under40 nominee in a state of more than three million people is an honour. But for Dorji, it is also something more personal — a reminder of the distance travelled, the challenges overcome, and the communities that have supported and believed in him.
For many who know his story — and even more who learn it for the first time — his nomination feels both meaningful and well‑deserved.
And for those who have been impacted by his work, his leadership, or the example he sets as a multicultural entrepreneur who built a global organisation from the ground up, this moment offers an opportunity to stand behind a leader who has spent years standing behind others.
A Bio Fit for Global Stages
Tandin Dorji
Founder & Director, EducationPro Group Pty Ltd
CEO, Kingston College, Perth
Tandin Dorji is a Bhutanese‑Australian education entrepreneur recognised for his contributions to international education, multicultural leadership and global student mobility. He leads EducationPro Group and Kingston College, with operations across Australia, Bhutan, Malaysia, South Korea, Vietnam, the UK and New York.
With 10 national and international industry awards, Dorji is known for steering organisations through regulatory and economic complexity while maintaining a commitment to student welfare and ethical recruitment. His work has supported more than 10,000 students in transitioning into Western Australia’s education ecosystem.
A 2026 40Under40 Award nominee, Dorji is a sought‑after speaker on global education, migration pathways, cross‑cultural leadership, and the future of international talent pipelines.
A Moment to Celebrate — And Be Part Of
The 40Under40 Awards highlight leaders shaping the future of Western Australia — innovators, community builders, visionaries.
But the People’s Choice category carries a unique power: it reflects the voices and stories of the community itself.
As this chapter of Dorji’s journey unfolds, many who have witnessed or been touched by his work see this as a moment to rally behind a leader whose path embodies perseverance, integrity and impact.
His story is already inspiring thousands.
Now, it has the chance to inspire even more.
