More than 25 years' experience in international entrepreneurship on 5 continents
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James Jackson
Director of Data@University of East London
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James Jackson, as Associate Director of Data Governance and Statutory Returns at the University of East London, spearheaded the £10 million business case to migrate from SITS to Banner and now leads the data migration and integration pathways—streamlining institutional workflows and cutting duplication of effort by 35 percent
. Under his leadership, he designed and rolled out a comprehensive Data Management and Governance Framework that has driven 100 percent on-time, fully compliant statutory submissions while elevating data quality across the university . In 2023, James’s innovative trust-wide 1:1 iPad strategy earned the MAT Excellence Award for Digital Innovation—delivering a 250 percent boost in student achievement—and he continues to forge strategic partnerships (with Softcat, HPE GreenLake and others) to secure multi-million-pound investments in AI-driven analytics and modern BI platforms, positioning UEL as a leader in higher-education data innovationMore...
Sarah Brooks
Consultant/owner@Fikrah HR
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Sarah is the founder of Fikrah HR, a UAE-based HR consultancy. With over 20 years of experience in operational Human Resources, Sarah has been awarded as one of the Top HR Leaders in the Middle East and Leadership Excellence in 2023, she was named one of the top 101 global HR minds by the World HR Congress in 2019 and 2020.
Sarah has advised a number of local and international organisations, such as Smart Salem, Moalajah, No More Bottles, Hope AMC, Landmark Hospitality, First Group, Accor Group, Wyndham Hotel Group. Sarah specialises in overseeing the full employee life-cycle, including recruitment, defining job descriptions, onboarding, policies and procedures, performance management and employee engagement.More...
Paul Belither
Database Administrator/Developer
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Database specialist with a demonstrated history of working in Finance, Insurance, Utilities and Government industries. Skilled in Oracle and MSSQL administration and development.
Strong information technology professional with over 20 years experience.More...
Jovan Babic
AE/SDR/BDR
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Hi, I’m Jovan!
I’m an experienced SDR/AE with a proven track record in SaaS sales.
I’ve helped companies boost prospect-to-demo conversion by 15%, onboard high-revenue clients, and close key deals during peak periods. Fluent in English/Serbian, with professional working proficiency in German.More...
Jessica Cooling
Classical Music Manager (Events & Personnel)
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Experienced Orchestra and Concert Manager, overseeing personnel, budgets, operations, production, and events.More...
Marie Zamecnikova
Founder & CEO@Innovatology
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I help businesses and individuals build strong personal brands, scale their digital presence, and implement innovative solutions. With expertise in brand strategy, business development, and mentorship, I work with clients like bio-pharmaceutical companies and the European Commission to optimize workflows, drive growth, and create impactful digital experiences.More...
Christos Stefanou
Senior principal software architect@Netcompany
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Netcompany is a leading digital transformation company that provides software solutions to businesses. As a Senior Principal Software Architect, Christos Stefanou plays a crucial role in designing and implementing software systems for clients. His responsibilities include creating architectural plans, leading development teams, and ensuring the technical integrity and quality of the solutions. Stefanou's expertise in various programming languages, software development methodologies, and architectural patterns is instrumental in driving the company's innovative solutions. His leadership and technical skills contribute significantly to Netcompany's mission of helping businesses become more efficient and competitive through digital transformation.More...
Prishaa Ellagovan
Paralegal/Legal Assistant@Toptal
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Toptal is a global network of top freelance software developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers in the world. As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant, Prishaa Ellagovan plays a crucial role in the legal operations of the company. She assists in preparing and reviewing various legal documents, conducts legal research, and provides administrative support to the legal team. Her role is critical in ensuring the smooth running of the legal department and compliance with various laws and regulations. Prishaa's expertise and skills contribute significantly to the effective legal risk management of the company.More...