MBA Talent Book – Class of 2026

MBA Talent Book Class of 2026

Creating responsible leaders together

Contents 02 Our MBA class of 2026 – Foreword 04 Class profile 06 Their leadership journey 08 Access our MBA talent 10 Our future leaders

Newcastle University Business School – 01

Our MBA class of 2026 – Foreword Professor Stewart Robinson Dean of Newcastle University Business School “We are proud of the Newcastle University MBA, our students and those that have graduated from the programme. We select the best candidates from around the world and provide a transformative educational experience. Over the course of the programme they enhance their self-awareness, integrate, and apply their learning, develop their consulting skills, and contribute to and lead multicultural teams. As a result, they have the knowledge and ambition to shape both their careers and the future of the organisations for which they work; a winning combination.”

Dr Lucy Hatt Director of the Newcastle University MBA Programme “The world of work is changing at unprecedented speed. Technological advancement, shifting global dynamics, demographic change and the growing importance of sustainability are reshaping the capabilities organisations need and the expectations placed on future leaders.

The Newcastle University MBA is designed precisely for this moment. Our 12-month intensive programme adopts a relational, practice-based approach that develops our diverse cohort through three integrated phases: core skills development; preparation for global business; and responsible and sustainable impact.

This structure ensures that students build the agility, critical thinking, leadership readiness and practical capability needed to navigate and shape an evolving business landscape.

Experiential learning sits at the heart of the programme. Students work on live projects with real clients, enabling them to test and apply ideas, refine their professional judgement and develop the consultancy and leadership skills demanded by contemporary organisations.

Our intentionally small cohort fosters strong relational learning. We create a cohort culture where students learn from one another’s varied professional, sectoral and cultural experiences while forming networks that endure long beyond graduation.

Throughout the year, our MBA students engage with a world-class academic faculty, industry speakers, competitions and immersive business experiences. These interactions strengthen their ability to work across functional boundaries, address complex organisational challenges and approach established practice with a fresh, critical perspective. They graduate not only with enhanced knowledge, but with the curiosity, adaptability and responsible mindset required in a world where skills, roles and business models are continuously evolving.

This Talent Book introduces the 2025–26 MBA cohort: individuals who embody the programme’s commitment to reflective practice, responsible leadership and meaningful impact. They are ready to contribute as consultants, innovators, team members and leaders, bringing both the confidence and capability to succeed in a rapidly changing global economy.”

02 – Our MBA class of 2026 – Foreword

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Their leadership journey We’re creating leaders for the jobs of the future, technology that hasn’t been invented, and opportunities we don’t yet know about.

These next generation leaders are highly adaptable, resilient to change and ready to make an impact. MBA graduates are prepared to question established norms and search for new answers.

Phase one

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Developing their core skills

Preparing them for global business

Demonstrating their impact

Students start their journey by developing a comprehensive understanding of business and management.

This phase prepares students for the key challenges of business in the 21st century and the changing landscape of the future. Students choose two electives to develop their skill set and knowledge of emerging business trends and thinking.

Students apply their MBA learning to a range of projects, enabling them to investigate and make an original contribution to issues of current concern to business.

They study: • Accounting and Finance • Marketing • Strategic Management • Organisations and People Management • Digital Transformation • Transitions in the Global Political Economy Business in Action Working in project teams, students practise and consolidate their understanding of core business skills in a time-bound series of intensive lectures, industry experiences and interactive workshops.

They study: • Business Analysis for Decision-Making • Entrepreneurship • Corporate Social Responsibility and the Challenge of Ethical Business And choose two electives, one from each group: Group A • Emerging Economies: Challenges and Opportunities • Managing for Innovation • Leading Organisational Change

Management Consultancy Project Students work with a live client on a team-based consultancy project to address a current business issue.

Group B • Finance and Investment • Strategic Human Resource Management • Digital Marketing Personal Development Experience Students develop their skills as a leader and team player by working with peers in a developmental environment. Through a series of exercises, they embrace new challenges that lead to real personal growth, as they learn from constructive feedback provided by practitioners, academics and fellow students.

Year-long development Transforming their business thinking

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Running throughout the year, this module focuses on providing experiential learning that builds on their consulting skills, integrates their knowledge, develops their self-awareness, and enhances their personal management style.

They study: • Personal and Professional Transformation

Boardroom Challenge Students leverage their new knowledge and leadership skills from the Business Analysis for Decision-Making module and take this opportunity to start to think like a director.

They gain an understanding of what it means to present a thorough business case to corporate executives. It’s more than education and training. It’s about developing the language, positioning, value and confidence that makes them ‘boardroom ready’.

Individual Project Students apply their learning to a corporate consultancy project, an entrepreneurial business plan or a research project.

Throughout the programme, business professionals are invited to contribute to the teaching and learning experience. Students are invited to attend industry-led events and participate in intensive leadership and personal development challenges.

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Access our MBA talent Every year, our influential MBA students make a significant contribution to business regionally, nationally and internationally. Our MBA programme combines world-leading research with experiential learning, enabling our MBA students to make an immediate contribution to your business or organisation during their programme or following graduation.

We have a variety of knowledge exchange activities for businesses and individuals to take advantage of that will: • establish a working relationship with our Business School • give you exposure as a potential employer to our MBA cohort • increase your capacity to improve your core business or pursue a new initiative through consultancy

Recruit our MBAs Regular engagement with our MBA students offers you and your organisation insight into the talent our MBA programme develops. We provide our students with a programme of self-discovery that complements their indepth industry experience, develops enhanced leadership skills and blends their academic experience with cuttingedge knowledge. It is this combination that will give your organisation the edge.

Internships Offering an MBA internship is a great and cost-effective way to increase your resource. Our MBA students have substantial work and multicultural experience, which can add value to your organisation. Gaining UK business experience is important to our MBAs and through an internship, they can do this, while providing your organisation with fresh insight on a one-off project or issue relevant to your organisation.

Consultancy projects Each year, our students work on real-time consultancy projects to investigate strategic business challenges.

You can benefit from: • a flexible resource with the option to work with either a management consultancy team or an individual selected through a competitive process • research-led solutions and recommendations • fresh insight, dynamism and knowledge

“We have hosted a number of Newcastle University MBA students focusing on sustainability in previous years with great success. It enables the student to deepen their experience with practical insights relating to the material they have been studying while bringing a fresh perspective to our team, to help us develop thinking and make improvements to our service and operations.” Demeter Water Solutions

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There are two opportunities to utilise our consultancy offer: a team-based Management Consultancy Project, where you will be allocated a team to work with, or an individual Corporate Consultancy Project, where you will choose who you want to work with from our MBA cohort. Briefings commence in January each year with project delivery and recommendations varying depending on the option you choose.

Get in touch If you would like to recruit one of our MBA students for your organisation, or you would like to be involved in any of the opportunities outlined, please contact our experienced team via external.engagement@newcastle.ac.uk

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Our future leaders

10 – Our future leaders

Our future leaders – 11

Nodir ABDULLAEV

Murooj AL BUSAIDI

nodir.abdullaev@newcastle.ac.uk

m.m.b.al-busaidi2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

A motivated, industrious, results-oriented, ambitious specialist in sales, commercial, marketing research and analysis, branding, strategic development and business development. Able to work under pressure ensuring deadlines are met.

Rich academic and professional experience.

An artificial intelligence (AI) and tech enthusiast, passionate about continuous learning and aware that knowledge is endless.

Skilled at multitasking and thriving under pressure, and successfully held several leadership roles, most notably pioneering the Google Developer Student Clubs in the MENA region. Experienced in organising and participating in multiple AI events and hackathons, including the largest AI hackathon. Led multiple initiatives while advancing from machine learning engineer to now serving as CTO at Artificial Horizon.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2018–2019

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, Manchester, UK Full-time Master of Science in Management

2013–2016

THE UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND, Sunderland, UK Full-time Bachelor of Arts in Business and Marketing Management

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship • Shadow Trustee on the Your Voice Counts Board

2015–2020

Experience 2021–2025 2023–2025

2021–2023

ESS GMBH (Healthcare Solutions), Tashkent, Uzbekistan Director • Designed a sales strategy that led to a 25% increase in sales as of 2023.

• Reached a contract worth €860K with World Bank to supply equipment as of 2023.

• Reached an agreement with Economic Development Cooperation Fund worth €252K. • Organisation of all processes of a company that resulted in cost reductions by 50% as of 2025.

• Active participation in tenders on behalf of a company in state bids.

• Maintained relationships with strategic stakeholders that led to new customers.

• Identified opportunities for further business, eg 24hrs extracorporeal cytokine adsorber.

Deputy Director • Attracting and leading potential customers which led to work with the largest dialysis provider in Asia, NephroPlus.

• Consulted and provided full information about products resulting in the award of a contract worth €443K to supply equipment.

• Conducted marketing research.

• Conducted marketing analysis that led to sales of equipment worth €2.25M. • Analysed competitors that led to improving the market share by 15% as of 2022.

• Analysed sales that led to increased sales of up to 100% as of 2022.

• Sold the spare parts for equipment worth €267K.

2019–2020

MINT PEOPLE, Manchester, UK Supervisor of Operations • Oversaw the service.

• Maintained the cleanliness and organisation of all areas.

• Ensured a safe and welcoming environment.

2017–2018

ESS GMBH, Tashkent, Uzbekistan Sales Manager • Attracting and leading potential customers contributing to sales of consumables worth €843K. • Maintained the relationships with actual customers, resulting in sales of consumables worth €10.4K. • Increased the sales of 2017 by 20%.

• Initiated the contract to supply equipment worth €285K. • Actively promoted the sales of spare parts worth €297K.

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

THE GERMAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY IN OMAN, Muscat, Oman Full-time Bachelor of Computer Science • Graduated with First-Class Honours and ranked among the top three students in the cohort • Served as President/Leader of three university clubs, driving initiatives and student engagement • Awarded two DAAD scholarships: one for German language studies and another for carrying out my Bachelor thesis at RWTH Aachen University • Led a research project at RWTH Aachen University, focussing on performance assessment in manufacturing environments using AI • Received the ECA Award for outstanding academic performance during the 2017–2018 academic year

Experience 2020–present ARTIFICIAL HORIZON, Muscat, Oman 2025–present Chief Technology Officer • Responsible for leading the company’s technology, guiding engineering teams, and driving innovation in AI/ML and scalable solutions.

2022–2025

Development Manager • Led a small development team, overseeing project planning and execution and delivery, which improved project efficiency and enabled smoother, on-time project delivery.

• Directed end-to-end project lifecycle, from requirement gathering to implementation, ensuring timely and high-quality results.

• Mentored team members, fostering skill development and collaboration across frontend, backend, database and ML components.

2020–2022

Machine Learning Engineer • Hired via LinkedIn while still completing undergraduate studies.

• Gained hands-on experience across multiple roles, including full stack development and machine learning engineering, enabling faster problem-solving and reducing reliance on multiple specialists.

• Managed projects across the entire tech stack, covering frontend, backend, databases and ML components, which improved development speed and ensured more reliable end-to-end system performance.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

Arabic, Baluchi, Hindi, Korean (intermediate).

Frontend, backend, databases, artificial intelligence.

Software development, volunteering, tennis, boxing.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

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Uzbek, German, Russian.

Microsoft Office.

Reading books, gardening, watching football.

Driving licence B.

Our future leaders – 13

Houda EL AMRANI

Xiaoli HU

h.el-amrani2@newcastle.ac.uk

x.hu47@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Versatile business professional with international experience in corporate banking, marketing, customer relationship management and business development. Adept at analysing client needs, preparing targeted proposals and representing organisations at key industry events. With a focus on driving business performance, building strong client networks and contributing to long-term organisational success.

Entrepreneur and content creator with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, animation and short-form video production. Proven ability to build brands from the ground up, leading teams of up to 20 people, and securing industry recognition with multiple national awards. Skilled in strategic planning, content innovation and cross-industry partnerships, with strong leadership in scaling creative businesses.

Education

Education

2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2025–2026

• Awarded: Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship

2018–2020

NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY, Flagstaff, USA FT Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Management • Awarded: The International Excellence Award at Northern Arizona University

2016–2018

WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE, Los Angeles, USA Associate of Arts in Business Administration Associate of Arts in Behavioural and Social Sciences

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2012–2015

2020–2022

SK GROUP, Dubai, UAE Business Development Manager • Expanded the company’s client portfolio by proactive prospecting, strategic relationship building and effective representation at major industry events to increase brand visibility and generate high-quality leads, resulting in a 20% increase in qualified leads and 12 new client acquisitions.

• Drove revenue growth and improved customer satisfaction by developing tailored commercial proposals and delivering a responsive, solutions-focused service while coordinating seamlessly with internal teams.

FLORIDA BUSINESS CONSULTING, Miami, USA Business Consultant • Delivered strategic marketing and fundraising advice that improved campaign performance and client engagement, resulting in a 25% increase in campaign response rate.

• Prepared performance analyses for senior leadership, enabling data-driven decisions and more efficient resource allocation, supporting an 8% reduction in budget waste and a 10% improvement in operational efficiency.

• Designed targeted outreach programmes that increased donor conversion and enhanced operational effectiveness.

• Contributed to productivity by simplifying client communication processes and tracking campaign milestones.

SHANXI FINANCE AND TAXATION COLLEGE, Shanxi, China FT Diploma in Computer Application Technology

Experience Present

BEIJING XIJIAN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, Beijing, China CEO • Partnered with leading Chinese entertainment company Ningmeng Pictures on a two-year contract focusing on short drama production.

• Led business expansion into scripted short dramas, overseeing script development, production and filming.

2021–2025

BEIJING GENIUS CATCHER CULTURE MEDIA CO LTD, Beijing, China Partner • Co-founded and scaled an award-winning animation brand “Genius Career Stories”, reaching over eight million followers and one billion views.

• Built and managed a creative team of nearly 20 staff, implementing performance and promotion mechanisms, and establishing streamlined production processes.

• Led cross-industry collaborations with the Supreme People’s Court and the Supreme People’s Procuratorate, producing animated legal education series and publishing youth-oriented legal literacy books, and raised public awareness on juvenile protection and career education.

• Directed external negotiations and partnerships, managing strategy, costs and revenues.

2019–2021

BEIJING ZIDAYIHAO CULTURE MEDIA CO LTD, Beijing, China Co-founder • Built a comic-based new media account from scratch, securing RMB2M seed investment within the first month, growing to two million subscribers in one year, and leading promotional collaborations with global brands including Lancôme, La Mer and Dyson.

• Directed recruitment and management, growing the company to nearly 20 creative staff.

Experience 2022–2024

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2014–2015

NATIONAL BONDS, Dubai, UAE Customer Relationship Officer • Supported corporate clients with tailored investment solutions, strengthening relationships and boosting retention, achieving an 86% client retention rate.

• Expanded corporate client network and guided investments using market insights, acquiring 15 new clients.

2018–2019

BEIJING CHILI PEPPER EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, Beijing, China New Media Operations Director • Planned account positioning and new media growth strategies, achieving over 800,000 new WeChat subscribers within two weeks and over 40 million views on a single video.

• Achieved up to a 1% conversion rate from article readership to app downloads.

2011–2014

TWOFOUR54, Dubai, UAE Freelancer/TV Host • Hosted televised and live events, boosting engagement and increasing brand visibility, collaborating with production team for seamless execution and delivering high-impact presentations at key events, including DSL Fashion Week.

2016–2018

QINGDAO PENNON CREATIVE PR COMPANY, Qingdao, China New Media Chief Editor • Launched Qingdao’s first viral comic account, creating nationwide trending content that set new formats and was widely imitated by leading content companies.

2010–2011

EMIRATES NBD, Dubai, UAE Customer Relationship Officer and Personal Banking Adviser • Built and maintained priority banking relationships through high service standards while managing corporate and retail accounts by assessing risk, ensuring documentation accuracy and meeting sales targets.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Other

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Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

Mandarin (native).

Adobe Creative Suite; ACAA Certified Senior Visual Designer; animation, web design.

Film production, animation innovation, short drama content creation.

Winner of multiple industry awards, including Tencent Video ‘Creator of the Year 2023’, Youku ‘Short Program of the Year 2022’, and Greater China Effie Award (Gold, 2022).

Arabic (native), French (advanced), German (advanced).

Microsoft Office Suite, CRM platforms.

Career Leadership and Development – NAU. Expedition Leadership Conference – Flagstaff.

Our future leaders – 15

Takahiro ISHII

Sagar Basappa JADHAV

t.ishii2@newcastle.ac.uk

s.b.jadhav3@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

IT consultant and project manager with over six years of experience planning and delivering a wide range of technology solutions across Japan and Australia. Proven track record in leading system migrations, ERP implementations and public sector digital transformation projects. Skilled at bridging business needs with technical execution, managing multicultural teams and driving operational improvements through innovative technology.

Passionate and results-driven professional with over six years of experience in start-ups in the field of Edutech and EV motorbike GTM sales, and L&D practitioner, predominantly in strategic implementation and new hire coaching. Eager to leverage my career expertise to gain insights into UK and global industry.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme • Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2014–2019

AOYAMA GAKUIN UNIVERSITY, Tokyo, Japan Bachelor of Economics

Experience 2024–2025

SAZAE PTY LTD, Sydney, Australia Project Manager • Led end-to-end Odoo ERP implementation for a seafood wholesaler, centralising customer and employee data, enabling accurate stock control and automated purchasing, and significantly improving daily operations.

• Managed a five-member delivery team across Japan, China and Vietnam, coordinating requirements to post-go-live support while keeping system operations stable and client satisfaction high.

• Built Sazae’s Odoo presales capability for the Japanese market by creating demo environments and proposal materials, running client workshops, and successfully handing qualified opportunities over to a partner firm.

2019–2024

ACCENTURE JAPAN LTD, Tokyo, Japan IT Consultant • Coordinated between a city government and development team to build an international web media platform, translating diverse stakeholder requests into a CMS that successfully connected the city with overseas audiences.

• Contributed to a ¥10BN digital transformation proposal to digitise paper-based finance workflows.

Designed solutions and built prototypes that visualised the ROI and helped secure approval for the enterprise-wide project.

• Led testing (team of five) and data migration (team of six) for a major version upgrade of the 5,000user system. Completed go-live on schedule with no major incidents and was recognised as a reliable project lead by client.

• Maintained and improved a core accounting system for approximately 5,000 domestic and overseas users. Delivered error-free releases and rapid incident handling, keeping finance operations stable and the client relationship strong.

2016–2017

GAPRISE INC, Tokyo, Japan Web Consultant (Internship) • Supported digital marketing projects using an Israel web-marketing tool to analyse client websites and identify improvement opportunities.

• Helped clients enhance online visibility and customer engagement through tailored web consulting and UX/content optimisation suggestions.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme • Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2015–2019

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, Belagavi, India Bachelor of Engineering and Technology

Experience 2024–2025

REVOLT MOTORS INTELLICORP PVT LTD, Gurgaon, India Sales Trainer – Sri Lanka and South and West Zones of India • Responsible for sales training, including physical and virtual induction, training and nesting of employees for 80+ retail outlets, both company owned and vast dealership network across nine states of India.

• Planned and executed GTM training pilots, including training the trainers for continued evaluation by dealer manager which increased product knowledge of staff and subsequently reduced drop-outs and attrition by 35% overall.

• Promptly demonstrated the company’s vision to dealership stakeholders and organised surveys and feedback channels from both customer and employee levels to enhance product and service.

• Responsible for setting up an entire sales team in Sri Lanka from induction training to customer-facing skills, resulted in fully functional sales team within four weeks of the programme.

2023–2024

OLA ELECTRIC, Bengaluru, India Regional Sales Trainer – South India • Acted as bridge between entire retail field sales team across 100+ outlets in southern states of India and HO. • Executed entire P2P training, PIP workshops and set up customer feedback mechanism to address and solve product life cycle issues reducing the process level complaints by 15% in the first quarter of 2024.

• Created LMS modules, including short training videos, one pagers and FAQs in Mindtickle LMS Partner, enhancing the product and specifications recall during nesting period which resulted in 76% overall pass rate.

• Set up effective third-party mystery shopping process and reported effectively to HO.

2019–2023

BYJU’S APP (Think & Learn Pvt Ltd), Bengaluru, India Business Development Training Manager (CRTM) • Byju’s Certified White belt Trainer/Facilitator featuring in Top 2 Byju’s Training Managers in India 2022.

• Executed a pilot called Byju’s Home Tuition Program resulting in adoption as a product of Byju’s.

• Part of Jump Start program where we trained future team leaders and managers, and identified potential C-level candidates and nurtured them to take up future senior roles.

Additional Skills Languages Interests

Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, Konkani, Telugu.

Indoor sports, social meetings.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

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Japanese (native).

Java, Python, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, XML, VBA, Oracle Database, MySQL, Google Analytics, Microsoft Power Platform, PeopleSoft, Liferay, Mendix, Odoo.

Passionate traveller: living in Australia, lived in Canada, visited Europe, the US, and Asian countries.

Our future leaders – 17

Chayapat KANOKKANGSADAL

Midhat KHALIL

c.kanokkangsadal2@newcastle.ac.uk

m.khalil3@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Results-driven auditor with extensive experience in corporate finance, IPO engagements and internal control enhancement.

Proven ability to lead audit teams, deliver compliance with IFRS/IAS standards, and strengthen risk management frameworks. Skilled in financial analysis, strategic planning and stakeholder communication. Certified Public Accountant (CPA Thailand) with strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration expertise.

A commercially focused MBA candidate with expertise in product development, brand management and design across beauty, fashion and lifestyle industries. Skilled in launching new product lines, building partnerships with leading corporate clients and hotels, and driving growth through innovative strategies. Entrepreneurial mindset shown by founding a consultancy in Pakistan providing skincare, makeup and fragrances to top brands. Combines creativity and business acumen to deliver impactful, market-ready solutions.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2016–2020

THAMMASAT UNIVERSITY, Thailand Bachelor of Accounting

Experience 2023–2025

FABRINET CO LTD, Thailand Lead Operation Controller • Developed realistic revenue forecasts that enabled the business unit to set and achieve strategic targets.

• Monitored weekly cost and variance reports, investigating gaps and recommending solutions to improve financial control.

• Analysed financial data to support business growth, successfully reducing the business unit’s loss from -89% to -33% and achieving break-even performance in several months.

• Coordinated accounting activities and prepared monthly financial reports across units, enhancing consistency and accuracy of reporting.

• Supported month-end closing by updating material margin performance and forecasting company targets for the next month.

• Delivered ad hoc management reports to support key projects and strategic initiatives, providing insights that guided business planning, such as automated warehouse investing project.

2020–2023 2022–2023

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS ABAS Ltd, Thailand Senior Auditor • Led a high-profile pre-IPO audit, strengthening internal controls and guiding the client to a successful listing.

• Directed audit teams, overseeing fieldwork, and ensuring effective execution of audit plans.

• Reviewed financial statements and conducted analytical reviews, ensuring compliance with IFRS/IAS while supporting audit opinions, risk assessments and process improvements.

• Evaluated and enhanced clients’ internal controls, identifying operational risks and delivering practical, tailored solutions.

• Provided clear guidance, feedback and business insights to audit teams, improving work quality and overall deliverables.

• Built strong client and stakeholder relationships, effectively communicating findings and fostering collaboration.

2020–2022

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2015–2019

2022–2025

CONATURAL BEAUTY (PVT) LTD, Lahore, Pakistan Account and Product Development Executive • Managed all new product launches for skincare and haircare, ensuring timely market entry, driving category growth, and contributing to increased sales.

• Launched Conatural’s first-ever makeup line, overseeing testing trials, product design, formulation, packaging, colours and fragrance selection, delivering high-quality products that expanded the company’s portfolio and met customer expectations.

• Coordinated sourcing and vendor management of packaging and raw materials from local and international suppliers, ensuring consistent product quality and on-time deliveries while minimising delays.

• Successfully onboarded 50+ new hotel and corporate clients, driving significant revenue growth while maintaining strong relationships with high-volume clients to support business expansion.

• Coordinated with advertising, design, marketing, sales and logistics teams to ensure successful product launches and meet key client needs, supporting client retention and business growth.

2021–2022

SHOE PLANET (SERVICE SALES CORPORATION), Lahore, Pakistan Junior Merchant • Created and executed seasonal range plans and new product launches for men’s and women’s footwear, drove category sales growth and expanded the brand’s product variety.

• Managed product development with internal design production teams and external national and international vendors, ensuring high-quality products and timely delivery that supported seasonal launches and drove category sales.

• Developed pricing strategies, seasonal forecasts and budgets for assigned categories.

• Partnered with marketing to analyse campaigns and leverage emerging trends for category growth.

2019–2021

SAPPHIRE RETAIL LIMITED, Lahore, Pakistan Designer – Men’s Footwear and Handbags • Launched the first men’s footwear and handbag collection, oversaw the entire category, including design, execution and in-store launch, establishing the brand in the men’s market and drove seasonal sales growth while expanding the product line.

• Conducted seasonal trend forecasting and created key concept boards for men’s and women’s footwear and handbag collections.

• Designed, rendered and produced samples internally with the technical team, ensuring timely development of collections.

• Collaborated with the supply chain team and local and international vendors for manufacturing to meet quality and design standards.

Associated Auditor • Developed business analysis frameworks to assess markets, strategies, value creation and financial performance, identifying key risks for tailored audits.

• Managed multiple priorities under tight deadlines, proactively resolving conflicts to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery.

• Evaluated clients’ internal controls and recommended practical improvements to strengthen effectiveness and reduce risks.

Thai (native).

Badminton, golf, travel and exploration, anime.

Certified Public Accountant, Thailand (CPA Thailand).

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

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PAKISTAN INSTITUTE OF FASHION AND DESIGN, Lahore, Pakistan FT Bachelor of Leather, Accessories and Footwear Design (Distinction, GPA 3.39)

Experience

Additional Skills Languages Interests Other

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Urdu (native).

Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Project), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Trello, JIRA, ERP systems.

Fashion innovation, women’s entrepreneurship and empowerment, sustainable product design, badminton.

Footwear and Handbags Course – FIT, New York (2018); Entrepreneurship Course – LUMS, Pakistan (2024).

Our future leaders – 19

Chareeya LIKHITWATTHANAKIJ

Thanyaluk LILA

c.likhitwatthanakij2@newcastle.ac.uk

t.lila2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

A pharmacist with over six years of experience in both B2B and B2C sectors of the pharmaceutical industry. Proven expertise in product presentations, problem-solving and cross-functional team collaboration. A history of thriving under pressure and leveraging relevant strengths in communication and leadership to build positive relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders, consistently driving success and delivering measurable outcomes.

Results-driven commercial strategist with experience in digital marketing, business development and key account management across leading industries including e-commerce, fintech and media. Proven track record in driving revenue growth (200M–500MTHB portfolios), expanding product categories, and managing global partnerships with top brands such as Apple, Samsung, LG and Huawei. Skilled in team leadership, market analysis and data-driven strategy, with a focus on delivering sustainable growth and client success.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2015–2018

THAMMASAT UNIVERSITY, Pathum Thani, Thailand Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2012–2018

UNIVERSITY OF PHAYAO, Phayao, Thailand Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) first-class honours

Experience 2023–2025

Experience RX CO LTD, Bangkok, Thailand Medical Product Specialist • Verified tender and enlistment documents and collaborated with regulatory, quality and supplier teams to prepare strong tender submissions.

• Managed new product launches (TMT code, 24-digit standard code, Thai Innovative Drug Registration) and coordinated third-party testing with government agencies, securing a key competitive advantage for hospital enlistment.

• Delivered scientific training and situational mock-ups for sales representatives, which directly contributed to successful product enlistments in over 80 hospitals across the country.

• Presented products in government and private hospitals and successfully enlisted them on formularies, driving increased consumption rates that resulted in the team achieving 110% of the 2024 sales target (495M THB).

• Partnered with sales teams to engage KOLs, provide samples and support marketing activities (exhibitions, symposiums, promotional tools).

• Coordinated clinical studies with KOL physicians and patients, resulting in publication in a scientific report.

• Gained expertise in tender process management, marketing strategy, brand awareness development and clinical research coordination.

2022–2025

LINE MAN Wongnai, Bangkok, Thailand Senior Commercial Strategy • Managed and grew the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) product, targeting riders and merchants within the Lineman ecosystem, achieving 80%+ annual growth.

• Led expansion across new categories and products, overseeing pricing decisions, budget planning and campaign execution, driving a 10–20% growth in revenue and strengthening category performance.

• Built and managed strategic partnerships with 10+ key partners, including Apple, Samsung, Huawei and leading gold merchants.

2021–2022

SHOPEE, Bangkok, Thailand Brand Key Account Management • Managed a portfolio worth GBP12M annually across leading global home appliance brands, including LG, Haier, Candy, Samsung and Smart home.

• Developed and executed sales strategies to help clients achieve revenue and growth targets on the Shopee platform and achieving 120% of the brand day sales target.

• Oversaw profit margins, pricing strategies and inventory management to ensure competitiveness and minimise losses or stock wastage, successfully managing 80% of inventory to achieve D-30 sell-through to maintain optimal stock efficiency.

2022–2022

T MAN PHARMACEUTICAL CO LTD, Bangkok, Thailand Assistant Product Manager • Provided scientific training for sales representatives and pharmacy customers, supplying key product information to promote hospital listings.

• Supported after-sales via social media, call centre and direct customer interactions.

• Collaborated with product manager, marketing, regulatory affairs and graphic designers to develop product strategies, packaging and marketing media.

• Developed skills in cross-functional collaboration, product strategy and business planning.

2019–2021

PREDICTIVE, Bangkok, Thailand Senior Business Development • Drove GBP5M annual revenue by leading business development and managing 10+ major accounts across telecom, banking, real estate, publishing and e-commerce.

• Led and coached junior team members to achieve product sales and project targets together, ensuring collective success.

• Oversaw project timelines, budgets and cross-functional collaboration to align client needs with company profitability.

2018–2022

TESCO LOTUS PHARMACY (Lotus’s Pharmacy), Samutprakarn, Thailand Pharmacist – Pharmacy Shop Manager • Counselled patients on medications, vitamins and supplements; trained and supervised pharmacy technicians.

• Analysed competitors, sales data and customer demographics to create and execute sales development plans.

• Managed inventory, product displays, store operations and licensing processes, leading the set-up of a new pharmacy shop.

• Achieved top sales target (102.52%) and top sales growth (50.31%) in the area.

• Strengthened skills in team building, leadership, store management and sales strategy.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

Thai.

Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTable), Google Sheets.

Football, travel and exploration.

Social influencer on TikTok (@tlthaneye) and Instagram (@tlthaneye).

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

20 – MBA students

Thai (native).

Movie Maker, Play Hub. Psychology podcasts, piano, concerts, musical theatre, movies.

Volunteer listener in SATI Application, provided empathetic listening and emotional support to users through the platform.

Our future leaders – 21

Hanna NEMESH

Shubham NEWARE

h.nemesh2@newcastle.ac.uk

s.k.neware2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Entrepreneurial leader with 15 years of experience in building and scaling businesses. Founder of a successful translation and document legalisation company, successfully expanding it to four offices in Ukraine and one in Milan, Italy. Expertise in business development, operations and team leadership, and experience in growing a team to 150 employees while delivering strong business outcomes.

Sales and marketing manager with 8+ years of experience in driving revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Expertise in account management and proficiency in CRM platforms such as Salesforce and data analysis tools such as Google Analytics. Proven track record of designing and implementing strategies that significantly increase market share and revenue. Skilled in fostering innovative ideas that contribute to overall company growth.

Education

Education

2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Advancing Women in Leadership Scholarship

2004–2005

NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF UKRAINE, Kyiv, Ukraine Master of Business Management (with Honours)

2000–2004 NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF UKRAINE, Kyiv, Ukraine Bachelor of Business Management (with Honours)

2024–2025

Experience

2023–2023

DURHAM CITY OF SANCTUARY, Durham, UK Coordinator and Communications Administrator • Expanded operational efficiency, establishing 30+ strategic partnerships with charities, councils and institutions to enhance refugee support.

• Increased volunteer engagement, coordinating recruitment, induction and training programmes, boosting participation by 20%.

• Enhanced outreach visibility, driving community engagement and fundraising efforts, securing additional resources for integration programmes.

GEDU SERVICES PVT LTD, Pune, Maharashtra, India Business Development Manager • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance service offerings and market presence.

• Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention through regular communication through Go to Market strategies.

• Developed platforms to boost partner engagement within company portfolio, driving business growth, and managed onboarding processes for new accounts, delivering product education to optimise user adoption.

2021–2023

ADVENTUS EDUCATION INDIA PVT LTD, Mumbai, India Account Manager • Managed recruitment initiatives for B2B channel partners in Maharashtra, with a focus on international student outreach, expanding market reach and lead generation.

• Leveraged Salesforce and Data Studio for in-depth sales data analysis, achieving a 40% sales growth.

• Implemented targeted market research projects, providing senior management with insights to optimise recruitment cycles and planning.

• Developed and executed strategies to actively engage key accounts while identifying and pursuing new client support opportunities.

2019–2021

IDP EDUCATION INDIA PVT LTD, Nagpur, India Counsellor – Sales and Operations • Assisted in developing individualised education plans for students, ensured timely course registration and scheduled reviews, and utilised a CRM platform to support lead generation. Created marketing and recruitment strategies for each cycle, achieving 85% of targets.

2018–2019

KC OVERSEAS EDUCATION PVT LTD, Nagpur, India Associate Consultant /Admission Consultant

2009–2010

STATE TREASURY OF UKRAINE, Kyiv, Ukraine Leading Specialist • Improved public relations efficiency, increasing media coverage and outreach.

• Enhanced event coordination, successfully organising government-led initiatives with cross-sector stakeholders.

• Developed impactful communication strategies, strengthening institutional reputation and stakeholder engagement.

LIVEREPAIR.COM, INC, Kyiv, Ukraine HR Manager • Optimised hiring processes, reducing recruitment time by 30% while improving employee retention.

• Designed and implemented training programmes, increasing staff productivity and engagement by 25%.

Additional Skills

22 – MBA students

RASHTRASANT TUKADOJI MAHARAJ NAGPUR UNIVERSITY, Nagpur, India Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

TRANSLATION and DOCUMENT LEGALISATION CENTRE ALLEGRO, Kyiv, Ukraine Founder and CEO • Built a thriving business, scaling from zero to 150 employees and operating across five locations.

• Boosted client orders to 3,000 per year, driving a substantial increase in revenue and efficiency.

• Developed and executed a strategic expansion plan, securing a competitive market position and achieving 60% profit growth.

GARANTIS IT SOLUTIONS LTD, Reading, UK Business Development Manager • Strengthened client engagement, leading sales efforts and enhancing relationships with corporate clients.

Languages IT Skills Interests

2011–2015

UVG MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS LLP, Pune, Maharashtra, India Regional Manager • Represented the University of Akron across South Asia, driving student recruitment and boosting programme visibility.

• Directed regional operations, consulting projects and client engagement to align with corporate goals.

• Designed and implemented marketing campaigns, increasing product adoption by 25%, and translated customer insights into improvements, raising user satisfaction by 20%.

2022–2023

2005–2006

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2023–2025

Experience 2010– present

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Ukrainian, Russian, Italian.

Basic knowledge of Canva, experienced in Teams and Trello.

Tennis, yoga.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

Hindi, Marathi.

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Analytics, Salesforce.

Volunteering and community support, travelling and making connections, playing team sports.

Our future leaders – 23

Omotayo OLOKO

Anahi OSORIO BENITEZ

o.t.oloko2@newcastle.ac.uk

a.osorio-benitez2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Experienced human resources (HR) professional with over 10 years of expertise in recruitment, talent management, employee relations and policy compliance. Skilled in creating and implementing HR strategies that support company goals, improve efficiency and enhance employee relations. Strong leader with excellent team motivation, conflict resolution and strategic planning abilities. Adaptable to change and experienced in managing organisational transitions.

Industrial robotics engineer with over 14 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations across global companies. Proven track record managing large-scale teams of 400+ employees and delivering improvements in productivity, safety and organisational efficiency.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme • Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2015–2017

UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, Lagos, Nigeria Part-time Master of Science in Organisational Behaviour

2007–2011

COVENANT UNIVERSITY, Ota, Nigeria Full-time Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2007–2011

2013–2024 2020–2024

VACC TECHNICAL GHANA LIMITED, Accra, Ghana Branch HR and Administrative Manager • Enforced compliance with all statutory requirements and labour laws, resulting in zero legal penalties.

• Executed HR strategies that increased employee retention by 15% through implementing employee engagement programmes, improving job satisfaction and creating clear career progression paths.

• Resolved employees’ grievances and managed conflict resolution, leading to a 20% improvement in employee satisfaction scores.

VACC TECHNICAL LIMITED, Lagos, Nigeria Human Resources Manager • Spearheaded onboarding and training programmes, increasing overall productivity of new hires by 30%.

• Led talent acquisition, career development, succession planning and retention strategies for critical roles, resulting in a 50% improvement in leadership transitions and reduced organisational disruptions.

• Enhanced performance management systems, including clear KPIs and regular feedback loops which improved employees’ performance by 35%.

2017–2020

Quality Systems Manager • Led the company to achieve 1SO 9001 certification, enhancing operational standards and customer satisfaction.

• Standardised core processes, resulting in a 55% increase in operational efficiency.

• Conducted comprehensive risk assessment and closed 100% of nonconformities within stipulated durations, improving safety and compliance.

2014–2020

Human Resources Officer (Generalist) • Managed payroll processing for over 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timely compensation.

• Formulated recruitment strategies that reduced hiring time by 20% and improved candidate quality.

2013–2014

Administrative Assistant • Provided administrative support to the team and improved overall departmental efficiency.

Additional Skills Interests Other

Photography, arts, music.

Certified Quality Management System Auditor. Certification in strategic human resources analytics.

An associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management. A volunteer at charity events to provide resources to less privileged communities.

NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE, Mexico City, Mexico Full-time Bachelor of Industrial Robotics Engineering

Experience 2023–2024

EATON, Mexico City, Mexico Senior Production Manager • Led production operations in Mexico (foundry, machining, assembly and packaging), supporting LATAM and USA markets.

• Redesigned production structure using Design Thinking, optimising supervisor span of control (≤25 employees) and releasing 15% of time through streamlined processes.

• Developed a Labour Productivity Playbook, achieving 98% of operational productivity, aligned with sales and global finance targets.

2022–2023

POPEYE BRANDS AND SOFT DRINKS DISTRIBUTION, Morelos, Mexico Warehouse Manager • Improved warehouse distribution by optimising inventory, workforce and direct sales processes.

• Increased inventory accuracy from 52% to 83% through cycle counts.

• Reduced scrap by 16% by implementing FIFO on slow-moving SKUs.

2021–2022

BIC, State of Mexico, Mexico Senior Operations Manager • Led global ball pen operations (70% of site, 35% worldwide) with 320 employees and 14 direct reports.

• Reduced safety risks by 20% through heat mapping, process and engineering controls.

• Increased production adherence from 82% in 2021 to 87% in 2022.

2019–2021

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC, Mexico City, Mexico Manufacturing/Production Manager • Managed USD35M custom-engineered electrical projects for North America, leading 120 employees and driving digital strategy.

• Achieved 100% SLAs for gear line, boosting top customer orders by 48%.

2016–2019

ABB, Nuevo Leon, Mexico Manufacturing Lead • Led process performance improvement across 15 assembly lines (35% of site) with 120 union employees; site productivity champion and NPI project lead with global teams.

• Increased market share for Motor Control Centre products by 8% through new manufacturing processes.

2015–2016

GENERAL ELECTRIC, Nuevo Leon, Mexico Inventory and Production Control Engineer • Delivered USD110K savings through cost-productivity projects and achieved 100% net and 99.9% gross inventory accuracy.

2012–2015

GENERAL ELECTRIC, State of Mexico and Veracruz, Mexico Production Supervisor

Experience 2024–2025

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

24 – MBA students

Spanish (native).

SAP, Power BI (basic), project management software.

Yoga, dancing, Latin music, concerts, exploring novel places.

Our future leaders – 25

Vaidehi PHATAK

Thiptriya PUNTHONG

vaidehi.phatak@newcastle.ac.uk

t.punthong2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with over three years of experience in commercial operations within the biotech industry; proven skills in workforce management, compliance, marketing strategies and project assistance. Completed Company Secretary course, which has equipped me with a strong understanding of compliance law and governance.

Architecture graduate with nearly five years in real estate development and business development for housing and condominium projects. Passionate about sustainable and innovative real estate across Asia and the West, integrating design, strategy and well-being for future generations.

Education

Education

2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2025–2026

• Awarded: Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship

2018–2021

SAVITRIBAI PHULE PUNE UNIVERSITY, Pune, India Full-time Bachelor of Commerce

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2016–2021

KING MONGKUT’S UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY THONBURI, Bangkok, Thailand Bachelor of Architecture, School of Architecture and Design (International Programme) • Department Representative, Architecture programme from 2018–2021 • 2nd place award ‘Solar Cell design competition’ by PTT Public Company Limited

Experience 2021–2025 2023–2025

CRESCENT BIOTECH PVT LTD, Solapur, India Assistant Manager in Commercial Operations • Liaised with external auditors for compliance and government regulations.

• Managed workforce activities, enhancing team performance through training and development.

• Oversaw daily commercial operations: purchase, sales, accounting and marketing.

• Assisted in planning manufacturing expansion and fundraising efforts.

• Researched opportunities in the cosmetic initiatives and explored digital marketing strategies.

2022–2023

Junior Manager • Coordinated labour law compliance and EPF/ESI submissions reducing compliance risk to zero.

• Managed recruitment and onboarding processes.

• Assisted with tax compliance and financial statement preparation.

• Supported vendor identification and procurement audits helping reduce vendor cost leakages and improve the supply chain transparency.

• Strengthened vendor evaluation process and helped shortlist cost-efficient suppliers.

2021–2022

Management Trainee • Collaborated on regulatory compliance with the company secretary ensuring 100% statutory compliance with no major observations.

• Supported HR in recruitment and employee engagement activities improving team participation and retention.

• Assisted the sales department with back-office sales support enabling faster quotation turnaround and improved customer communication.

Additional Skills Languages Other

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Experience 2024–2025

FULCRUM GLOBAL, Bangkok, Thailand Assistant Manager • Oversaw investment and operational activities for real estate projects, ensuring alignment with strategic and financial objectives of condominium investment over USD200M. • Supported financial and portfolio performance tracking, including cash flow, reporting and KPI dashboards, helping to reduce reporting errors by 50%.

• Conducted market research and analysis to identify opportunities in residential and retail segments, including rental trends, pricing benchmarks, generating a tenant pipeline worth USD8M and securing rental opportunities of over USD8K per month.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (project management, leasing, finance) to drive project performance and efficiency.

• Contributed to process improvements and workflow optimisation that cut reporting turnaround by 25% and increased department efficiency.

2024–2024

BTS GROUP HOLDINGS PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED, Bangkok, Thailand Investor Relations • Supported investor and analyst presentations during the company’s restructuring from media to ICT and system integration, strengthening clarity of strategic direction.

• Partnered with the senior IR manager of Roctec Global to draft bilingual management messages for quarterly reports and Opportunity Day. • Clarified financial reports and performance metrics for investors.

2021–2024

DIVINE DEVELOPMENT, Bangkok, Thailand Business Development • Conducted feasibility studies for new projects of low-rise condominium and housing development, including design masterplan, market analyses and physical study of the asset.

• Provided recommendations on product development aimed at elevating brand recognition and business opportunities.

• Conducted in-depth research on low-rise condominiums and housing sectors, leading to the launch of a new product targeting Gen Y and Z buyers at an affordable price point of USD55K to 80K per unit; achieved over 40% pre-sales in the first launch period.

• Produced detailed data visualisations and presentations illustrating business performance, including financial projections, project construction progress, sales and backlog performance for monthly reports to existing investors.

• Collaborated with internal and external legal teams during term sheet negotiations, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely closure of the deal.

• Co-managed a project pitch to HNW investors with the business strategy team, helped raised over USD2.7M.

Hindi, Marathi.

Certificate in Corporate Strategy from University of London, UCL School of Management.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

26 – MBA students

Thai (native), Dutch (beginner), Chinese (beginner).

Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Rhinoceros 3D. Travelling, culinary exploration, specialty coffee, music, boxing, sailing, golfing, personal development.

Our future leaders – 27

Alok RANJAN

Aprita ROY CHOUDHURY

a.ranjan2@newcastle.ac.uk

a.roy-Choudhury2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

An experienced professional equipped with a broad range of skills and experiences in technical areas and people management. Experience in multiple technical roles such as analytics implementations, project management and delivery, and advanced analytics.

Global business strategy professional with over four years of international experience across the UAE, USA and India.

Expertise in strategy design, organisational transformation and international partnerships, with proven results in boosting efficiency (15–30%), managing cross-border teams of 60+, and supporting investments worth USD5M+. Adept at data-driven problem solving, market analysis and stakeholder engagement.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2006–2010

VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY (SIR MVIT COLLEGE), Bengaluru, India FT Bachelor of Engineering, Telecommunication

• Awarded: Leadership and Innovation Scholarship (100% scholarship)

2021–2022

Experience 2024–2025

2022–2024

2019–2022

2013–2019

2010–2013

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme MUMBAI UNIVERSITY, Mumbai, India Postgraduate Diploma in International Studies • CGPA 9/10

PEBBLE MONK, Bengaluru, India Senior Consultant • Working with clients to understand business needs and translate them into effective software solutions.

• Supporting presales activities by preparing proposals, conducting product demos and creating proofof-concepts.

• Developed BRDs, cost estimates and solution presentations to aid sales discussions, by aligning business goals with technology strategy.

• Improved client engagement by shortening sales cycles and enhancing the overall success rate of solution implementations.

EXATO INDIA, Noida, India Professional Service Engineer • Managed NICE call recording domain; coordinated with NICE experts and R&D to identify product issues.

• Identified and resolved issues related to activation and implementation of NICE products with different integrations like Cisco and Avaya.

• Worked with clients including EXL Service, Kotak Mahindra, TCS, InterGlobe Technologies Pvt Ltd, Hexaware.

• Installed server and root certificates on NICE servers. Analysed logs of different components of NICE recording as well as playback portal.

BVE, Patna, India Zonal Sales Manager • Sales and marketing of electronic medical devices like patient monitor, CTG machines, ECG, Ultrasound and veterinary equipment.

• Converted client leads to sales opportunities through contact with customers. Experienced B2B salesperson with exceptional communication skills.

PETROLEUM CITY, Dhanbad, India Business Development Manager • Identified opportunities for business growth, including new locations, partnership or services. Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract more customers.

• Built relationships with fleet operators, logistics companies and local business to secure bulk fuel contracts.

INFOSYS TECHNOLOGIES LTD, Hyderabad, India System Engineer • Analysed and understood requirements.

• Designed functional, system and integration test cases. Reviewed the test cases.

2018–2021

JAI HIND COLLEGE (MUMBAI UNIVERSITY), Mumbai, India Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science • CGPA 9.32/10

Experience 2023–2025

GLOBALLY RECRUIT LLC, Dubai, UAE Senior Business Strategy Manager • Redesigned the payroll system for 500+ employees across three countries, reducing processing time by 30% and cutting errors by 20%.

• Drove restructuring projects, improving efficiency by 15%; authored reports that grew pipeline by 25%.

• Conducted ROI analysis for USD5M+ ventures, enabling data-driven investment decisions.

2023–2025

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Rochester, USA Assistant Director of Global Affairs • Directed team of 20+ across five regions, increasing enrolment by 12% and retention by 8%.

• Expanded brand reach by 40% through global campaigns; secured 5+ strategic partnerships, strengthening institutional presence in Asia, the Middle East and Africa.

2021–2022

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, Boston, USA Consultant • Delivered 40,000+ credential evaluations in one year, reducing turnaround by 30%.

• Designed review framework and cut errors by 18%, saving 200+ hours annually.

• Reduced processing errors by 18% through a comprehensive review framework.

2021–2023

GLOBALSHALA EDUCATION PRIVATE LIMITED, Gurugram, India Business Strategy Manager • Managed 10+ global university partnerships; boosted engagement by 35%.

• Directed 60+ staff, trained 200+ recruits, achieving 20% productivity gain.

• Oversaw budgets of ₹5 crore (approximately £500,000).

• Executed review processes for four top US universities, reinforcing global credibility.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

Hindi (native), Bengali (native), Spanish (conversational).

Advanced Excel, CRM, Financial Modelling, Beginner Tableau, Power BI. Behavioural psychology, mandala art, Hindustani classical music.

Strategy and transformation: organisational restructuring, ROI modelling, change and agile management.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills

28 – MBA students

Hindi, Maithili.

Oracle Siebel, CRM, SQL, C, NICE Engage.

Our future leaders – 29

Ajay Kumar SANGA

Chengetai SHOKO

a.k.sanga2@newcastle.ac.uk

c.shoko2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Passionate and results-driven financial analyst with experience in financial reporting, data analytics and software development. Proven ability to drive profitability, streamline processes and support strategic business decisions using data analytics and financial tools. Eager to leverage career expertise to specialise in finance or product management to scale technology-driven retail and service solutions globally.

Results-driven finance and payroll specialist with comprehensive experience in financial management and complete payroll operations. Demonstrated track record of successfully leading finance and payroll teams while streamlining processes and maintaining regulatory compliance. Combines strong technical skills in payroll systems configuration, financial reporting and system integration with proven leadership capabilities and analytical problem-solving expertise.

Education

Education

2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

2018–2022

ANURAG GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS JNTUH, Hyderabad, India FT Bachelor of Engineering and Technology

Experience 2022–2025

2021–2022

ALLIANCE RECRUITMENT AGENCY, Hyderabad, India Finance Associate • Analysed financial data using Excel, Power BI, Tableau and Looker, contributing to a 10% increase in company revenue through improved reporting and decision-making tools.

• Created interactive dashboards and trend analysis reports for KPI monitoring and forecasting.

• Supported implementation of Tally software for accounting, general ledger tracking, reconciliations and financial reporting.

• Collaborated on market data research and financial strategy using real-time stock, commodity and forex data.

• Developed structured pricing models and maintained expenditure and revenue tracking reports.

• Developed expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, Hyderabad, India Programmer Analyst • Designed and built a full-stack hotel management web application using Java, Spring Boot, ReactJS and MongoDB, enhancing operational efficiency.

• Developed REST APIs for seamless client-server communication and third-party integration.

• Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams to gather requirements, conceive innovative solutions and deliver within agile timelines.

• Gained experience in the ADM-JAVA domain, focusing on developing scalable and maintainable applications.

• Improved skills in frontend development, Git/GitHub, and collaboration across teams to deliver optimised solutions.

2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2006–2010

Telugu, Hindi.

Outdoor sports, cooking, social meetings.

Served as a class representative for two years, improving student-faculty engagement.

Worked as an event organiser to coordinate college cultural and tech fests.

GREAT ZIMBABWE UNIVERSITY, Masvingo, Zimbabwe FT Bachelor of Commerce, Banking and Finance

Experience 2015–2025 2024–2025

RSC CONSULTING SERVICES, South Africa Head of Payroll – Cape Town • Directed end-to-end payroll operations for 5,000 employees and delivered strategic payroll initiatives, achieving 99.8% accuracy and 100% compliance in all audits.

• Successfully managed payroll teams while enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering data-driven insights that supported overall business expansion.

2020–2024

National Operations Finance Manager – Johannesburg • Developed data-driven models and dashboards which identified saving opportunities of R4.6M and improved forecast accuracy to 95%.

• Developed a succession pipeline covering all critical roles and trained staff on legislation and systems, resulting in 100% operational coverage and improved team competency scores.

2017–2020

Coastal Finance Manager – Cape Town • Established a new regional office from inception, delivering the full operational set-up on time and within budget while managing all finance functions, regulatory compliance, payroll administration and reporting. Achieved 100% statutory compliance and improved reporting turnaround by ensuring a seamless operational launch across all business areas.

2016–2017

Junior Finance Manager – Johannesburg • Managed teams and comprehensive daily accounting operations, statutory compliance requirements, payroll processing and financial reporting functions to ensure seamless business operational support.

2015–2016

Payroll and HR Administrator – Johannesburg • Successfully implemented VIP Payroll, automated payroll processes reducing pay queries by 75%, and ensured on-time accurate payroll processing for 1,500 employees and reporting.

2016–2016

PARITY TECHNOLOGIES, Johannesburg, South Africa Sage X3 Consultant • Successfully deployed Sage X3 HR and Payroll modules, delivering comprehensive end-user training and ongoing support to ensure seamless system adoption and operational efficiency.

2010–2015

KAMO CONSTRUCTION, Johannesburg, South Africa Finance and Payroll Administrator • Executed timely payroll processing for 800 employees across multiple facilities and handled statutory payments, pension contributions and reconciliations.

• Managed creditors and debtors invoice capturing and reconciliation processes and reduced invoice processing time by 50% through workflow improvements.

Additional Skills Languages Interests Other

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills

30 – MBA students

Shona.

Sage 300, Sage 200, Sage VIP Premier, SAP HCM.

Our future leaders – 31

Saif SMEIRAT

Mohammad Zahid STANIKZAI

s.smeirat2@newcastle.ac.uk

m.z.stanikzai2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Practising architect with eight years’ experience, blending design with business and operations leadership. MBA candidate at Newcastle University and sole recipient of its Responsible Impact Scholarship. Expert in applying AI to architecture, proposals and architectural visualisation. Adobe Certified Expert and trainer at global Adobe Systems events; I build robust SOPs, automation and scalable delivery systems for my design firm.

A results-driven MBA candidate with a proven record of leadership in operations, research and international development.

Founded and directed Desert Pulse Global LLC, leading strategic growth and partnerships across Gulf markets. Experienced in community development projects with UNDP Afghanistan, delivering sustainable impact through stakeholder engagement. Strong academic credentials with first rank in MBA, ICCR scholarship, and extensive research on climate resilience and entrepreneurship.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: Responsible Impact Full Scholarship

2012–2017

• Awarded: Sustainable Leadership Scholarship

UNIVERSITY OF JORDAN, Amman, Jordan FT Bachelor of Architectural Engineering

2020–2022

SMEIRAT ARCHITECTS, Amman, Jordan

2017–2020

Experience 2017– present 2022–2025

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Hamirpur, HP, India Master of Business Administration (MBA) with Distinction • Specialisation in Operations Management | CGPA 9.34

Project Architect and Ops Lead • Managed projects from design to completion, ensuring quality, budget and schedule.

• Acted as primary liaison with 100+ clients, contractors and design teams.

• Supervised junior architects and ensured compliance with codes/regulations.

• Developed SOPs that reduced employee onboarding time by 60%.

• Developed a QR-based link system on drawings/site boards.

• Deployed a reporting portal for site engineers (daily and monthly). Rolled out across 12 active projects and 18 engineers.

2017–2022

Architectural Designer • Led 45+ projects from concept to implementation.

• Collaborated with clients and produced 3D models/renderings.

• Conducted weekly 3+ site visits to ensure design adherence and coordinates with architecture team.

2018–2025

AECEDX ONLINE COURSES, Amman, Jordan and Dubai, UAE Co-founder • Built an e-learning platform for BIM, visualisation and 3D modelling.

• Developed vision, curriculum and growth strategy for global learners.

• Delivered smooth educational experience to more than 4,000 students around MENA region.

2016–2017

ADOBE SYSTEMS INC, San Jose, CA, USA Architecture Teaching Assistant (Adobe MAX) • Assisted Photoshop workshops at Adobe MAX conference.

• Supported four workshops, helping 160+ attendees complete projects with tools, techniques and creative workflows; achieved more than 90% positive feedback.

Arabic.

Architectural design and visualisation, BIM and digital workflows (ISO 19650).

AI and emerging technology integration 3D rendering, VR/AR applications teaching, mentorship and public speaking, AI in architectural design, business leadership, automation systems within corporate systems. Project and team management.

A.P. GOYAL SHIMLA UNIVERSITY, Shimla, India Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) • Specialisation in Management | CGPA 9.03 • Awarded: ICCR Scholarship

Experience 2024–2025

DESERT PULSE GLOBAL LLC, Sultanate of Oman Director and Owner • Achieved a 15% increase in annual revenue by identifying and securing new trade opportunities across Gulf markets.

• Directed strategic planning, market expansion and daily operations across the Gulf regions.

• Improved client retention by 20% quarterly through strengthened partner engagement and operational improvements.

• Built high-performing teams and enhanced client relations with local and international partners.

2022–2023

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (UNDP), Kabul, Afghanistan Community Development Specialist • Delivered workshops that trained 300+ NGO staff, strengthening project management and implementation capacity.

• Facilitated partnerships between communities and international agencies for sustainable development initiatives.

• Contributed to a 25% increase in youth and women-led renewable energy initiatives across target areas.

• Designed and delivered capacity-building workshops for NGOs focused on project management and stakeholder engagement.

2022–2023

BAKHTANI KHEDMATGAR TRADING COMPANY, Kabul, Afghanistan HR Recruiter and HR Manager • Successfully recruited 50+ employees, improving staffing efficiency and organisational growth.

• Conducted hiring interviews, salary reviews and onboarding processes for full-cycle recruitment.

• Reduced employee grievances by 40% through structured mediation and improved HR processes.

2021–2022

UN-HABITAT AFGHANISTAN (Independent Research Initiative) Climate-Health Researcher • Identified seven key climate health intervention areas using operations research and field assessments.

• Investigated climate-related health risks in post-conflict urban systems with a focus on water security and food resilience.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests

32 – MBA students

Pashto (native), Persian (fluent), Hindi (fluent), Arabic (basic).

Microsoft Office Suite, HR IT tools, basic MATLAB programming.

Photography, videography, music, art, long walks, history, geography, cultural exploration.

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Rungratchanee SUNTHIWAS

Kirti TALWAR

r.sunthiwas2@newcastle.ac.uk

k.talwar2@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile

Career Profile

Self-motivated entrepreneur and educator with experience in tutoring and business management. Skilled in built and scaled ventures in food and fashion, while maintaining a strong academic foundation. Expertise in curriculum design, digital marketing and customer engagement.

Ambitious, customer-oriented, multitasking sales professional with over eight years of experience in different sectors. Proven track record in generating new business and exceeding targets leading to significant revenue growth. Adept at navigating diverse markets and establishing strong client relationships, with a focus on delivering impactful results and expanding market presence.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme

Education 2025–2026

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

• Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2019–2021

CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY, Bangkok, Thailand FT Master of Science: Polymer Science (International Programme)

2013–2016

2013–2017

CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY, Bangkok, Thailand FT Bachelor of Science: Chemistry

Experience

Experience 2023– present

2013– present

2020–2022

GREATGREEN RESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY, Bangkok, Thailand Entrepreneur/Owner • Managed business operations, including the oversight of sales processes and marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility.

• Created partnerships with local farmers for ingredient resources.

• Tracked and analysed revenue and expenditures to optimise financial performance.

• Generated 40% profits a month and received 4.8 out of 5 review scores across four delivery platforms.

THE WITTY, Bangkok, Thailand Tutor/Owner (Chemistry, Science, Mathematics and ESL) • Planned with parents, students and a team of tutors to effectively track students’ performance to achieve set goals, with 90% satisfaction rate.

• Designed curriculums and instructional materials for personalised plans, improving more than 1,000 students’ performance in schools and universities.

• Implemented the use of social media channels with more than 40,000 followers across all platforms and over 330,500 feedback to connect with new students.

PAMM MASK, Bangkok, Thailand Owner • Developed more than 10,000 face mask products for the needs of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Managed all production operations from material selection to final product delivery.

• Formed partnerships with book centres at Chulalongkorn University, Thammasat University, schools, companies and retail stores.

• Generated monthly sales growth of 200% between April and August 2020.

2017–2020

PAMM PRODUCTION (CLOTHES), Bangkok, Thailand Owner • Founded business and grew it to a production team of 23 outsourced employees after three years.

• Responsible for planning, budget management and business development to ensure profitability.

• Implemented marketing campaigns and connected with TV programmes, resulting in a 40% increase in brand awareness and a 20% increase in annual sales growth.

2017–2017

WENG HOLDING, Bangkok, Thailand Sales Coordinator • Ensured high-quality product standards and efficient sales processes by coordinating with multiple stakeholders and organisations.

• Developed filing systems including sales records and provided financial information to the finance department.

• Inputted orders, ensuring they were processed accurately and punctually delivered according to customer requirements.

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme UNIVERSITY OF DELHI, Delhi, India FT Bachelor of Arts (English Honours)

2020–2025 2023–2025

VOGUE EXPORTS, Delhi, India Sales Manager • Led full B2C sales cycles and exceeded monthly revenue targets by 15–20%, achieving a peak of INR 20 lakh in one month.

• Trained and coached junior sales associates, improving overall team productivity by 30%.

• Strengthened client retention by implementing structured follow-ups, increasing repeat business by 25%.

2020–2022

Business Development Executive • Delivered INR 10 lakh+ monthly revenue by developing targeted sales strategies and closing high-value deals.

• Increased new client acquisition by 15–20%, contributing to 10% month-on-month revenue growth.

• Built strong B2C relationships with recurring clients, raising retention and repeat order value by 10%.

2023–2023

AMBER STUDENT, Delhi, India Global Sales Associate • Managed 200+ student housing enquiries monthly across the UK, Canada and Europe with a 30–35% conversion rate.

• Improved conversion rates by 10% through matching students with tailored accommodation options based on budget and location.

• Reduced response time by 20%, contributing to higher student satisfaction and faster deal closures.

2018–2020

MADPACKERS HOSTELS, Delhi, India Guest Experience Manager/Property Manager • Managed guest experience and daily operations across multiple hostels, maintaining satisfaction ratings of 4.7/5.

• Promoted to Property Manager and led a team of 15–20 staff, increasing occupancy rates by 20%.

• Launched events and tours that boosted ancillary revenue by 15%.

2017–2018

AEGIS, Bengaluru, India Operations Executive • Handled 300+ background verifications monthly for global clients, including Barclays and Goldman Sachs.

• Improved accuracy and reduced turnaround time by 25%, speeding up client hiring processes.

• Ensured 98% compliance and reduced escalation cases by 30% through efficient documentation workflows.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

Hindi (native), Punjabi (fluent), Spanish (beginner).

MS Office, Video Editing, Canva, Trello, Freshchat, HubSpot, Zoho.

Travelling, dancing, yoga, learning languages, singing, playing ukulele.

Selected as Shadow Trustee for Disability North.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills

34 – MBA students

Thai (native), Lao (fluent).

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effect, photography, VDO editing, graphic design.

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Sanat TIWARY s.tiwary3@newcastle.ac.uk

Career Profile Results-driven professional with five years of experience in customer retention, account management, stakeholder management and business development across SAAS and educational technology sectors. Proven record of improving NPS by 40%, achieving 90% renewals and driving 20% retention improvements through structured process innovation. Skilled in product development and management, CRM strategy and cross-functional delivery – delivering measurable impact in customer success and revenue growth.

Education 2025–2026

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK MBA Programme • Awarded: MBA Developing Talent and Leadership Scholarship

2013–2016

UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA, Kolkata, India FT Bachelor of Commerce (Finance Honours)

Experience 2024–2025

SPARDHA LEARNINGS Pvt Ltd, Pune, India Training Success Manager • Managed a 50-member training team, improving engagement and process efficiency.

• Conducted onboarding and performance programmes aligned to business goals.

• Enhanced learner outcomes through structured training and audit systems.

2023–2024

INTELLIPAAT SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, India Escalation Manager • Reported to the CEO, managed key accounts and resolved 400+ escalations.

• Increased NPS scores by 40% via process improvement and strategic stakeholder coordination.

• Led three interdepartmental initiatives improving collaboration between sales and operations.

2019–2023 2021–2023

THINK AND LEARN Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, India Retention Manager • Improved customer retention by 20 % in three months; sustained 75% long-term rate.

• Achieved 90% retention rate, generating £5,500 per quarter in incremental revenue.

• Managed 1,053 customer accounts valued at £600,000; streamlined CRM workflows.

2019–2021

Business Development Associate and Product Specialist • Increased qualified leads by 20% in three months, sustained 75% long-term rate and designed campaigns with 50% higher engagement and exceeded sales targets.

2019–2019

PERNOD RICARD, Kolkata, India Sales Associate • Delivered 20% growth in international duty-free sales, by strengthening brand presence and implementing customer-centric sales initiatives.

Additional Skills Languages IT Skills Interests Other

36 – MBA students

Hindi, Bengali.

Salesforce, Zoho, Excel.

Music, football, public speaking.

Diploma in Popular Music Vocals from London College of Music, Grade 5 (UWL).

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Creating together

Follow our MBA students’ journey #NCLMBA Acknowledgements Editing: Newcastle University Business School Design: Kenny Frame Design Print: Statex Colour Print Photography: TyneSight Photographic, Chris Bishop

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