SI-UK Counsellors and Instructors: London

Director

Hometown: Kent, England

Academic Background: Loughborough University

Vicki is from Kent, England and is one of the founding partners of SI-UK Global. She graduated from Loughborough University in Computing and Management and moved into the IT and management consulting industry. After a period of 5 years in Japan with SI-UK she moved to London to head up the London office. She has counselled thousands of students regarding education options in the UK and is extremely well versed in the education sector. She is responsible for company marketing, enhancing technology at SI-UK and business development.

Director SI-UK

Hometown: Toronto, Canada

Academic Background: University of Toronto

After graduating from the University of Toronto, Canada, Dwayne Gallagher has spent over ten years in the UK, Europe and Northeast Asia managing and directing companies related to international education. Dwayne has worked very closely with the British Council, a large number of government organizations and UK universities in the area of international student recruitment. Dwayne is responsible for overseeing the global management of SI-UK.

Director

Hometown: London, England

Academic Background: B.A., M.A., BEd.,LLB.

Orion is from London England. He holds degrees from four top universities including an LL.B specialising in International law, an M.A. and a BEd. After graduation Orion co-founded a nationally recognised multimedia company. For the past 12 years he has worked in the international education sector, promoting UK Education and closely collaborating with UK universities and the British Council. Orion's responsibilities include global operations, marketing, and strategic planning at SI-UK.

UK Education Consultant (Japan)

Hometown: Japan

Academic Background: Doshisha University

After graduating from a top University in Japan Tadashi worked for the ministry of Justice, and then moved to the UK where he opened his own trading company. Ten years later he was recruited to the position of Director for Gio Club London, one of the largest agencies in Japan. Tadashi held this position for over 15 years then joined SI-UK in August 2008. Tadashi manages the London office and team. Tadashi has counselled thousands of student in the UK to enter their preferred university, college, or language school.

Managing Education Consultant

Hometown: Zhejiang, China

Academic Background: University of Bristol

Maozi has lived in the UK over the last 12 years; she speaks native Mandarin and fluent English. She obtained an MSc in Management of Intellectual Property from Queen Mary, UoL, having already studied a BSc and MSc with a scholarship at the University of Bristol. She is an experienced UK Education Consultant accredited by British Council. At SI-UK London office, she is managing and providing training to all consultants.

Senior UK Education Consultant (Latin Amercia and Russia)

Hometown: Spain

Academic Background: Queen Mary, University of London

Radhia is from a Spanish/Pakistani background. She studied BA(hon) in Hispanic Studies and Film Studies at Queen Mary, University of London. She is also a qualified interpreter in Spanish/English. Radhia will be dealing with Spanish and Latin American students as well as other UK and international students to find education options in the UK.

Radhia has a professional background in teaching, interpreting and media and is trilingual in English, Spanish and Urdu/Hindi.

Radhia has lived in Spain, Dubai, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Saudi Arabia and the UK.

Senior UK Education Consultant (China)

Hometown:  China

Academic Background: MA University of York

Carrie is from China, she has over three years experience of living and studying in the UK; she speaks native Mandarin and fluent English. She gained an undergraduate degree in English, and obtained a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from the University of York. She has been working in the education industry since she graduated. Carrie is familiar with both Chinese and UK education systems. She has helped many students enrolling at Universities across the UK. She wish to help more students with university applications and maximize their UK education experience.

UK Education Consultant (China)

Hometown: Chengdu, China

Academic Background: 

Yixing is from China. He has over four years experience of living and studying in the UK. He obtained his BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Bristol and went on to complete an MSc in Molecular Medicine from Imperial College London. He is experienced in tutoring GCSE and A-level students in biology, maths and chemistry. He is familiar with Chinese and UK education systems and would like to help students apply for taught and research degrees.

Finance Officer

Hometown: Liege, Belgium

Academic Background: MSc in Business Management from HEC (University of Liege)

Damien is from Belgium and graduated with an MSc in Business Management from HEC (University of Liege, Belgium) in 2010. He moved to the UK in 2011 to join the SI-UK London team as the resident Finance Officer. Damien has travelled to Asia, Africa and America and speaks French, English and Spanish. 

UK Education Consultant (Turkey)

Hometown: Istanbul, Turkey

Academic Background: MBA in International Business, University of Wales

Dila graduated with a BA Business Management degree in Turkey and has been living in the UK for six years. She completed her MBA in International Business at the University of Wales and speaks fluent Turkish and English. She has over 3 years working experience at international colleges in London and is happy to offer her assistance and advice to all Turkish-speaking students who wish to further their career opportunities by studying in the UK.

UK Education Consultant (Far East)

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Academic Background: Regent’s American College London

Flora obtained a BA in International Marketing from Regents College in London, and has over 10 years experience living and studying in the UK. She grew up in a number of countries and therefore is fully bilingual and very knowledgeable about the overseas study industry. Flora has joined the team in 2009, she is a fully qualified counsellor and is mainly responsible for helping students from the Far East in finding education options in the UK. Flora is always willing to help students to achieve their potential and maximise their education experience in the UK

IELTS・TOEFL Instructor

Hometown: New Zealand

Academic Background: Otago University, MA Waseda University

David is from New Zealand and earned Bachelors degrees in both Law and Psychology from Otago University. He taught English through the JET Programme in Kyoto for three years and later joined SI-UK Tokyo. While teaching at SI-UK, David is also a research student at Waseda University’s prestigious law school.

UK Education Consultant (Middle East Region)

Hometown: Baghdad, Iraq

Academic Background: BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering. Currently preparing to undertake a PGCE in Maths and Physics

Nabaa has extensive experience in the higher education sector, having worked at various higher education providers, most notably at the University of East London and Newham College of Further Education.

Nabaa is passionate about quality education and as such offers prospective students the best guidance on their educational needs and aspirations, assisting prospective students from course selection through to application submission.

UK Education Consultant (Asia)

Hometown: Bangladesh

Academic Background: Queen Mary, University of London

Humayra is from Bangladesh and has over three years experience of living and studying in the UK. She successfully graduated from Queen Mary, University of London in 2012 with a BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering. She has been awarded many certificates and prizes including the Sir John Johnson prize for outstanding academic excellence. Her preferred research areas include microwave and transparent antennas for satellite communication. She is at SI-UK to work part-time with students specifically from a South Asian background. Her duties include administration support, interaction with students and follow up, helping and guiding students with their application process.

Humayra has lived in Bangladesh, Canada, Saudi Arabia and the UK. She finds the experience gained from working in SI-UK exciting and inspiring and hopes to reflect the knowledge gained here in her future life.

Senior Manager for South East Asia

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Warren joined SI-UK London, in November 2008, as a Senior Manager for S.E. Asia. Warren has been directly involved in the financial industry for over 15 years. He has worked in small entrepreneurial and large international companies in Canada, Japan and Thailand and maintains long lasting business relationships with firms in Europe. Warren combines an Asian & European business network involving finance with strong strategic insight and a practical understanding of business creation and development.

UK Education Consultant (Russia)

Hometown: Hometown: Moscow, Russia

Academic Background: 

Oxford Brookes University, University of Westminster

Anastasia believes that whatever happens in life happens for a reason. Born in Moscow, she could never imagine herself studying in the UK. Nevertheless, her dream became reality, and now she is excited to help other students to choose their academic paths in life. In 2007, Anastasia was honoured to be included into the encyclopaedia “Young people – future of Russia” for outstanding achievements in scientific disciplines. Besides her various academic achievements, Anastasia has worked as a Personal Assistant and Russian-English Interpreter for one of the leading Russian high jewellery brands in Moscow and Hong Kong, and she hopes to contribute to the international development of the SI-UK in Russia.

UK Education Consultant (India)

Hometown: New Delhi, India

Academic Background: MA University of Durham

Samreen is from India. She gained a BBA Degree and MA Marketing from University of Durham. She speaks native Hindi, Urdu and fluent English. She has over 2 years experience living and studying in the UK. When applying to university, she received offers from Universities such as Exeter, Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds. Samreen was interviewed by the Durham Business School dean and received an instant offer and is happy to share her experience with students. In addition, she has experience in teaching IELTS and counselling students as well as working with the admissions staff at University of Durham. Samreen is willing to help students to achieve their potential and maximise on their education experience in the UK. Samreen is responsible for company marketing and counselling students particularly from the South Asian region.

UK Education Consultant (India)

Hometown: Shimoga, Karnataka, India

Academic Background: Coventry University, London

Shravan Sahukar Siddappa was born and brought up in Shimoga, Karnataka, India. He successfully completed his Bachelors in Business Management from Kuvempu University, Shimoga, Karnataka (India).

To explore new dimensions around the world, he decided to do his Postgraduate degree in International Business Management from the University of Surey. He worked as a management trainee in Volmac Components PVT Limited India and after gaining experience for one year he joined his family business.

Shravan has a background in marketing and he had been taking care of promotional strategies of National Institute of Informational Technology [NIIT].  At present he is perusing his MBA in Marketing from Coventry University London Campus. At SI-UK he will be guiding and counseling Asian students to further develop their studies and career in the UK. 

UK Education Consultant (Canada)

Hometown: Amritsar, India

Academic Background: Coventry University, London

Academic Background: I have completed an MBA in Global Business from Coventry University, London. Previous to that I worked as a recruitment consultant with Reliance Industries in India. I started working at SI-UK London in March 2012. I possess a tenacious work ethic which is derived from my academic aptitude of conventional and non-conventional methods to do what it takes to succeed.

Office Administrator/Receptionist

Hometown: London, UK

Academic Background: London Metropolitan University

Amanda graduated from London Metropolitan University with a degree in History and Philosophy. She has spent several years as a Customer Service and Administrative professional. Amanda is responsible for office administration at SI-UK.

Finance assistant

Hometown: Paris, France

Academic Background: Escem, Business School

I obtained a degree in Economic  from University Paris Sud XI. During my third years, I had the opportunity to work 3 months internship in accounting sector in a public company in France. Now I am studying in master degree in a Business School, My subject is finance and the management.

I joined the finance team in SI-UK London in September 2012 as a Finance Assistant. I speak French, English and Spanish.

Finance Officer

Hometown: Shanghai, China

Academic Background: Oxford Brookes

Lisa is from China, she has years of experience of working in both industry and accounting practice. She holds two degrees in Accounting. Lisa is fluent in Mandarin and English.

Marketing and Finance Assistant

Hometown: Saint Jean de Monts, France

Academic Background: Normandy Business School

I am currently doing a Master degree at Normandy Business School (France). I studied marketing, finance, human resources, management and more. I have already lived in London and have had previously marketing experience.

I speak French, English and German.  I joined SI-UK Education Council in July 2012 as a marketing and finance intern.

UK Education Consultant (Thailand and Vietnam)

Hometown: Bangkok, Thailand

Academic Background: MBA (Lincoln University, USA)

Pam is from Thailand. She has an MBA from Lincoln University, USA and a Pre-Masters Certificate from Roehampton University, UK. She has many years experience of in living in foreign countries including UK. After graduating Pam had worked in finance for more than 5 years for both Thai and international companies.

Pam has helped many international students enrol at Colleges and Universities across the UK. She is looking forward to helping more students in the future.

Oxbridge Consultant

Hometown: London, England

Academic Background: University of Oxford

Robert Money attended Eton College before going on to Oxford to read Classics, where he graduated with an MA. Having subsequently studied law at Middle Temple he worked for Barclays Bank and a number of education related companies before joining SI-UK. He now deals with public schools and specialises in preparing high-calibre candidates for entry into Oxford and Cambridge, as well as providing a generalist service helping international students get into Universities and MBA providers across the UK.

Marketing Assistant

Hometown: Montpellier, France

Academic Background: 

I am currently a third year student at one of France’s leading business schools, Montpellier Business School (AACSB accredited). I have studied Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, Technical Sales and Trading, International Law and Management. I have worked in Marketing for a renewable energy company in France.

I joined the marketing team at SI-UK London in November 2012 as a Marketing Assistant. I speak French, Arabic, English and Spanish

IELTS Teacher

Hometown: UK

Academic Background: M Phil in TEFL from State Pedagogic University (Saint-Petersburg)

For the past 12 years she has taught IELTS/ EAP/Communication and Study Skills in London and acted as Head of Languages at Duff Miller International and City of London Business college, preparing overseas learners for IELTS examination and teaching students undertaking a variety of degree and postgraduate programmes, such as Business Management, Accounting, Medicine, Law, Computing, Hospitality and Art.

She is also an experienced online Business English/ ESP tutor who has delivered over 3000 one-to-one and group lessons.

Maria is very passionate about teaching and believes that establishing a good rapport with learners from various cultures is crucial in helping them build confidence in their ability to achieve both academically and socially. She has taught students from China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, South Korea, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Singapore, Russia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Latvia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Poland, Romania, Hungary, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Chechnya, Morocco, Lybia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Colombia, Spain, Italy, Germany, Ghana, Somalia, Congo and Finland.

Her students always pass IELTS exam with flying colours.

Finance Manager

Hometown: Islamabad

Academic Background: Oxford Brooks University

I have completed my graduation from oxford brooks University. I have also completed ACCA ( Association of chartered certified accountant) from Kaplan financial. I have worked for accounting practice for few years to enhance my skills & knowledge in accounting field. I have also worked for group of companies as an Accountant.

Administrative Assistant

Hometown: Hong Kong

Academic Background: 

Katherine is from Hong Kong, China. She speaks native Cantonese and fluent English. She has years experience of working in Customer Service and Administration. She joined SI-UK Education Council in March 2013 as an Administration Assistant.

Finance Assistant

Hometown: Fort-de-France, Martinique

Academic Background: I am currently studying for a masters degree in Finance at ICN Business School, Nancy, France. I worked for the Bank of France as finance internship, before joining SI-UK Education Council London in February 2013 as a Finance Assistant.

UK Education Counsultant

Hometown: Baghdad, Iraq

Academic Background: MSc in Medical Engineering, Iraq

Zaid is from Iraq. He studied MSc in Medical Engineering, and has Diploma in NLP and High Diploma in Business Management form Iraq.

Zaid will be dealing with all the students from Middle East and North Africa to secure studying courses in the UK universities and schools.

Zaid played very senior roles in his career, in Education, Marketing and Communications, Business Management, Trade & Investment and Healthcare sectors.