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A-Z of mentors

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

Ping Lin (2002)

Subject: Sociology

Occupation: Professor - Department of Political Science, National Chung Cheng University

Sector: Education

Ping is happy to share his experience with Asian students

Contact: Email us

Nick Lord (1992)

Subject: History

Occupation: Founding Partner - Resonate Global Advisors

Sector: Marketing Brand & Advertising

Contact: LinkedIn

Fiona Lovatt (1991)

Subject: Classics and Modern Languages

Occupation: Insight and Strategy Director

Sector: Marketing Brand & Advertising, Professional Services

Fiona is particularly interested in mentoring female students and alumni. She is able to help individuals interested in Strategy, Insights & Market Research, Innovation, Brand Management or Marketing, in both agency or client/corporate businesses. She also mentors in her work life on topics such as influencing, self-confidence and personal development. She has specific experience in FMCG, alcohol, soft drinks, food, consumer healthcare and personal care. Fiona is a member of the Oriel Women’s Network.

Contact: LinkedIn

Patrick Macdonald (1981)

Subject: Engineering Science

Occupation: Chair - Moneypenny

Sector: Business and Entrepreneurship

Patrick is an experienced Chair, NED and CEO who has worked in a variety of companies and charities in the UK, USA, Germany and France. He's happy to talk to anyone interested in leadership, business or the third sector.

Contact: LinkedIn

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