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A-Z of mentors

Laura Hawksworth (1986)

Subject: Classics

Occupation: Interim Policy Advisor

Sector: Professional Services, Third Sector

Contact: Linkedin

Hannah Hogben (2004)

Subject: Chemistry

Occupation: Forensic Fire and Explosions Investigator – Burgoynes

Sector: Science & Research

Contact: Linkedin

Charlie Humphreys (1995)

Subject: Biochemistry

Occupation: Director - Apple

Sector: Financial Services

Contact: Linkedin

Lucy Inskip (2016)

Subject: History

Occupation: Content and SEO Manager - Third Space Learning

Sector: Education, Marketing Brand & Advertising, Media & Technology, The Arts, Third Sector

Lucy is able to help with advice regarding career changes (from heritage to EdTech), women in tech roles (especially SEO + content), working in technology from an arts degree, working in the third sector and then a start-up, becoming a Young Trustee / joining a board and mental health in the workplace.

Contact: Linkedin

Ali Jahanshahi (2007)

Subject: DPhil Organic Chemistry

Occupation: Chief Operations Officer, AirGo Design Pte Ltd

Sector: Manufacturing & Engineering, Science & Research

Contact: Linkedin

Mwenya Kawesha (2006)

Subject: Modern History

Occupation: Startup Commercial Team and Theatre Board Member

Sector: Media & Technology, The Arts

Mwenya is happy to speak about getting into technology (especially from an arts degree subject), joining boards, and career changes.

Contact: Email us

Sumalee Khosla (2003)

Subject: Environmental Change and Management

Occupation: Climate Finance & Sustainable Development – Global Climate Adaptation Finance Adviser, CCAU UNEP

Sector: Environment, Financial Services

Sumalee is a member of the Oriel Women’s Network.

Contact: Email us

Sarah Kiefer (2003)

Subject: Modern Languages

Occupation: CMO – Pitch

Sector: Marketing Brand & Advertising, Media & Technology

Sarah is happy to offer advice on careers in advertising, branding, media and marketing, as well as share her experience of attending a US business school to study for an MBA.

Contact: Linkedin

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