Empowering Healthcare Professionals,

Building Healthier Communities.

At Global Health Employment, we are committed to empower Healthcare Professionals around the world by connecting them with rewarding opportunities in the US, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our team of experts understands the challenges of finding the right job and navigating the complex licensure process in the new countries. That’s why we offer comprehensive job placement services, specialized coaching and training for licensure exams, and settlement support to help nurses feel at home in their new communities. Let us help you build the career and the life you deserve with Global Health Employment.

Meet Our Team

James Kang

FOUNDER & C.E.O

James Kang’s journey from Seoul to leading a global healthcare recruitment empire exemplifies the power of passion and purpose. Immigrating to Canada at 11, his experiences fueled a commitment to supporting international workers and healthcare professionals. Despite earning a Chemical Engineering degree, James found his true calling in empowering immigrants.

In 2015, James acquired specialized licenses in immigration practice and foreign worker recruitment. He soon founded Global Health Recruitment Firm Inc., headquartered in Halifax with operations across North America, the UK, and the Middle East.

As CEO, James leads a diverse team, combining technical knowledge, immigration expertise, and firsthand immigrant experience to innovate healthcare staffing solutions. His leadership, shaped by cross-cultural insights, fosters an environment where empathy meets excellence.

Under James's guidance, Global Health Employment has become a beacon for healthcare professionals seeking international opportunities, bridging cultures and elevating global healthcare standards. His story inspires, showing how one individual's passion can reshape an industry and advance healthcare worldwide.

Keny Francis

FOUNDER & C.O.O

Keny Francis, Founder & COO of Global Health Employment, exemplifies the power of cross-cultural experience in shaping global leadership. Born in Bangalore, India, Keny’s journey took him to Australia, where he earned a Master’s in Tourism and Hospitality Management from Southern Cross University. This experience honed his expertise in customer service and deepened his appreciation for diverse cultures.

In 2012, Keny made Canada his home, quickly rising through management positions across various industries. His career pivoted in 2018 when he obtained his Immigration License, allowing him to fully embrace his passion for helping others navigate global journeys.

As COO, Keny brings a unique blend of hospitality background and immigration expertise to Global Health Employment. His diverse educational qualifications and rich multicultural experiences drive the company’s innovative approach to healthcare recruitment. Under Keny’s leadership, the organization continues to break new ground, infusing every interaction with the warmth of hospitality and the precision of expert immigration knowledge.

Business Development Team

Vinson Konukudy

Business Development Executive
(Middle East & India)

Vinson Konukudy's journey from South India to Canada exemplifies the spirit of global ambition and cross-cultural expertise. With over two decades of administrative and management experience gained in Saudi Arabia, Vinson brings a wealth of international insight to his role at Global Health Employment. His transition to Canada in 2018 marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter, culminating in a Diploma in Immigration Consultant Program from Edmonton's Academy of Learning Career College.

As Business Development Executive, Vinson leverages his extensive network and strategic acumen to spearhead growth in the Middle East and Indian markets. His unique blend of cultural fluency, business savvy, and immigration expertise has been instrumental in forging trusted partnerships within the healthcare sector. Vinson's innovative approach and commitment to excellence continue to drive Global Health Employment's mission of connecting talented professionals with life-changing opportunities across borders.

Dr. Joe Appiah

Business Development Executive
(US & Africa)

Dr. Joe Appiah embodies a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality expertise, backed by a PhD in Business Management. As a senior executive at Healing for Africa Missions Clinic in Ghana and a leader in North American hospitality, he excels in business management, corporate social responsibility, and policy implementation.

Dr. Appiah's innovative approach to service delivery and guest satisfaction has earned him recognition across industries. His collaborative spirit extends to working with professionals, executives, and stakeholders to achieve excellence in both healthcare and hospitality sectors.

Beyond his professional roles, Dr. Appiah contributes to academic research, publishes in peer-reviewed journals, and mentors future industry leaders. His comprehensive approach, combining practical experience with academic rigor, positions him as a thoughtful and influential figure.

Dr. Appiah's commitment to advancing guest and employee satisfaction, coupled with his dedication to education and innovation, continues to drive transformative change in the business world, particularly in hospitality and healthcare administration.

Sean Lee, RN

Business Development Executive
(Eastern Ontario)

Sean, a dynamic Business Development Executive at Global Health Employment, brings over eight years of diverse nursing experience to the table. From high-stakes hospital environments to community health centers, his hands-on expertise shapes his strategic approach to healthcare recruitment. A graduate of The University of Ottawa with a BSN, Sean has led nursing teams, implemented cutting-edge practices, and thrived in high-pressure situations.

Now, he's on a mission to revolutionize healthcare staffing, forging powerful partnerships between top talent and leading institutions. With a keen eye for potential and a passion for nurturing careers, Sean is the catalyst transforming nursing journeys from local to global.
His unique blend of clinical know-how and business acumen makes him a formidable force in bridging the gap between healthcare professionals and life-changing opportunities worldwide.

NCLEX-RN Educators

Kristine Joie Danan-Roque, RN

NCLEX- RN Educator

Kristine Joie Danan-Roque's nursing journey spans a decade, from the Philippines to Canada. Overcoming challenges as an internationally educated nurse, she progressed from Health Care Aide to LPN, and finally achieved her goal of becoming a Canadian and US RN.
Kristine's experience covers diverse healthcare settings, including home care, clinics, psychiatric units, and hospitals. Now working in her dream role in the Intensive Care Unit, she credits her success to perseverance and the support of mentors. Inspired by her own path, Kristine is passionate about helping others achieve their nursing dreams, emphasizing that every journey begins with a single step and that nursing offers endless opportunities to impact lives positively.

Emily Gates, RN

NCLEX- RN Educator

Emily Gates is a specialized RN with over 15 years
experience in healthcare. Emily currently works as an Acute Care Clinical Services Manager.
Her background is diverse with experience in
inpatient and outpatient Surgery, Post Anesthesia
Care Unit, Hemodialysis, Ambulatory Care, and various procedure units. Emily has taught the
practical nursing program in NL since 2020 and provides instruction in
theory, lab, and clinical settings. Her passion and
dedication to healthcare is evident and will absolutely benefit her students.
Emily is registered in both Ontario and Newfoundland; her clinical leadership in nursing and management of allied health professionals will provide a well-rounded
education for her NCLEX students.

Darlanne De Guzman, RN

NCLEX- RN Educator

Darlanne De Guzman, a registered nurse with a BSN from PLM (Philippines), boasts over a decade of nursing experience, including seven years in Canada.
Initially aspiring to become a doctor, she redirected her passion to nursing, now practicing in Toronto and licensed in New York State.
Her diverse career spans acute hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and telecare services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Darlanne has excelled in both floor nurse and managerial roles. Passionate about mentoring new nurses, she finds fulfillment in sharing her extensive knowledge.

Ma Jenny-Lyn Nunag-Ecaruan, RN

NCLEX- RN Educator

Jenny, an Internationally Educated Nurse, arrived in Canada in November 2011, as a Health care Aide. She worked in a home care company in Edmonton. In 2012, she challenged and passed the CRNE and became a licensed Practical Nurse. She initially worked in a home care setting and was moved to the office as one of the nursing supervisors, then became the nurse educator and Lead Nurse. She also taught nurses and health care aides how to take care of pediatric clients who have complex respiratory needs. As an Internationally educated nurse, kept having the goal to become an RN in Canada. But the struggle is real, the complexity of the process and how long she had to wait to be in the Bridging program was a long wait. She had to go through NNAS and ARNAP. Then, multiple times she had to do IELTS, and CELBAN for the English proficiency requirements as they expire every 2 years. Finally, in September 2022, she finished the Bridge to Canadian in Nursing at Mount Royal University and successfully passed the NCLEX. She was hired in the Intensive Care Unit and has worked there since.

Sonia Mirza, RN

NCLEX- RN Educator

Mohamad "Aries" Ngilay

Digital Marketing Specialist

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Michelle Abapo

Social Media Manager / Nurse-Recruiter (Asia)

Empowering Healthcare Professionals,

Building Healthier Communities.

Meet Our Team

James Kang

Keny Francis

Business Development Team

Vinson Konukudy

Dr. Joe Appiah

Sean Lee, RN

NCLEX-RN Educators

Kristine Joie Danan-Roque, RN

Emily Gates, RN

Darlanne De Guzman, RN

Ma Jenny-Lyn Nunag-Ecaruan, RN

Sonia Mirza, RN

Digital Marketing and Support

Mohamad "Aries" Ngilay

Michelle Abapo

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