Global Talent 2018
the one planet
MBA
Change – for good
the one planet
MBA
Change – for good
Experience the power of purposeful leadership, learn how imagination and technology create opportunity and grasp the value of sustainability and taking the long term view INNOVATIVE, AWARD WINNING, RECOGNISED INTERNATIONALLY
Ranked Number 1 in the Corporate Knights’ 2017 Better World MBA rankings
The One Planet MBA Global Talent Book 2018
Foreword Welcome to our Class of 2018, a special group of ambitious, talented, creative and collaborative professionals equipped with the desire to advance their career and contribute creative business intelligence. Throughout the year, they have not only developed an understanding of the ways in which the global challenges impact on business models and strategies, but they’ve also evidenced critical management and leadership skills while engaging and working closely with our expert faculty and business leaders for organisational impact.
Our Class of 2018 MBA participants have come to Exeter from more than 20 countries around the world. They offer an exceptional range of business and management experience, together with a ‘global’ outlook. I would like to recommend them to you and I hope you will find many opportunities to engage and work with them.
Dr Stuart Robinson Director, One Planet MBA University of Exeter, Business School
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The One Planet MBA tackles global business challenges The world we live in is increasingly complex, risky, volatile and interconnected. More than ever, successful business leaders are those who understand the interconnections of our economies and societies and the ways through which global economic, societal, financial, environmental and technological challenges disrupt established businesses and strategies. The One Planet MBA is at the forefront of the circular economy and sustainable business. The One Planet MBA is built around the very key set of values that define our elite Russell Group Business School: purposeful leadership, innovation, technology, knowledge and practice. Our participants graduate with a strong business acumen and the critical, analytical and leadership skills that are required to work and lead collaboratively. They are uniquely placed to appreciate how understanding the fundamentals of the world we live in can lead to innovation and business transformation.
Academically rigorous, yet experiential in nature The One Planet MBA is a partnership between the University of Exeter Business School, leading global and other progressive organisations. Our partners are leaders in their field, yet at the forefront of change. They co-deliver the programme along with our expert faculty and set real-life business challenges. Award winning, accredited and world leading MBA Our Full Time and Executive One Planet MBA programmes were selected for in-depth review by the EQUIS re-accreditation panel of experts earlier this year. The Business School successfully secured re-accreditation for a period of five years. Both programmes are also accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), ranked number one by Corporate Knights in their 2017 Better World MBA Rankings and ranked among the best in the world by CEO magazine. The One Planet MBA is offered at the University of Exeter, a global leading and UK Top 14 Russell Group University.
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We need an MBA that is meaningful. The University of Exeter Business School had the foresight to put the One Planet MBA together. What we need are leaders willing to take action. PAUL POLMAN – CEO, UNILEVER
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The digital revolution is transforming business and society
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IBM actively partners with the One Planet MBA ensuring the programme content is focused, relevant and informed by real global challenges. Through live consultancy projects, MBA participants get hands on experience and generate significant value, often through our clients, with whom we are focused on driving digital transformations through cognitive solutions on our cloud platform. MIKE BERNARD – MARKETING DIRECTOR, SYSTEMS ROUTES TO MARKET, IBM EUROPE AND CHAIR, ONE PLANET MBA’S CORPORATE ADVISORY BOARD
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How we develop our global talent Working in a multinational cohort alongside academic faculty, business leaders and MBA alumni, our participants have access to inspiring conversations, challenging ideas, and innovative thinking. This vibrant learning environment provides the stimulus and support needed to prepare them for the impact that they will make in their future employment. The One Planet MBA places personal transformation at its heart, supporting participants to develop the skills and mind-set needed to lead within an uncertain global environment. The existing knowledge, skills, professional experience and personal attributes of our participants forms the focus of ongoing personal
reflection which results in an enhanced self-awareness. This stronger sense of “self” coupled with new knowledge gained from across their programme equips aspiring leaders with the confidence and tenacity to apply their learning to real world issues. By working with our leading partners on real business challenges, our participants have developed the essential communication, collaboration, and creative-thinking skills needed to bring value to their consultancy projects. Each participant is unique. What they share is a deep sense of purpose in their work, creating positive impact and creating change – for good.
The world has enough people with all the answers. What we develop at Exeter are leaders able to ask the right questions.” JACKIE BAGNALL, MODULE LEAD – PERSONAL TRANSFORMATIONS
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Supporting your talent search The One Planet MBA places a profound emphasis on the personal and professional development of its talent. MBA Career Consultant, Becky Kilsby, works with our participants and develops a personal understanding of the strengths, career achievements, personal attributes and aspirations of each candidate. Through 1-2-1 sessions, workshops, career development activities and career coaching, we ensure our graduates are ready for the next exciting challenge in their career. Whether you are eager to recruit our talent into a full-time position, into a consulting project or a post-MBA internship, we can help you and your talent search. Our suite of bespoke services include: n Advertising
your requirements throughout
the year n Opportunities
to pitch your consulting
projects
Engagement Activities We know employers also value the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of our candidates. We welcome your involvement in a range of engagement activities and to hearing your suggestions for other events you would like to see. Existing opportunities include: n Professional
Impact Interviews and Assessment Centres on campus
n Campus
Presentations and Networking Events – an excellent way of showcasing your brand to this targeted audience
n Employer
Treks – our talent can come to you and will be able to develop a richer understanding of your culture and organisational ambitions
We look forward to gaining an understanding of your specific needs and to helping you identify your next leadership talent.
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access to our talent via our Talent Book, available in hard copy and online
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of specific opportunities and hand-picked profiles for your consideration
To contact our global talent or discuss how we can facilitate your talent search, please contact: Becky Kilsby MBA Career Consultant b.m.kilsby@exeter.ac.uk +44 (0)1392 724483
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We turned to the One Planet MBA to foster, develop and retain talent and improve our competitive edge. The Philosophy: Educate a few well for an impact on many. RICHARD WILSON – EXECUTIVE MANAGER, PROJECT OPERATIONS, CENTRAX
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Graduates of the One Planet MBA are world-class We equip professionals with the knowledge, tools and skills to harness innovative business thinking and new business models that can deliver organisational growth whilst addressing global economic, social, environmental and technological challenges. By engaging with, and recruiting our talent, your organisation will benefit from collaborative, aspiring business leaders equipped to drive and manage innovation and change.
The Netherlands
UK France
USA
Spain
Colombia Nigeria Full-time Students 21 different nationalities represented Argentina
1 Nigeria
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Australia
1 Pakistan
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Bangladesh
1 Russia
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China
3 Singapore
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2 South Africa
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India
4 Taiwan
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1 Thailand
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Japan
2 The Netherlands
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Madagascar
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Colombia
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Nepal
1 USA
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France
1 UK
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Poland
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Executive Students 5 different nationalities represented
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Full-time Students 43 full time students, average age 31
42% Male
58% Female
Average work experience = 8 years
Russia Poland
Nepal Japan China Taiwan Thailand Singapore Pakistan
Indonesia
India Bangladesh Madagascar
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
Executive Students 31 students, average age 38
74% Male
26% Female
Average work experience = 16 years
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Aksara Jianwanalee | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/aksara Future Career Objective To promote the growth of individuals within an expanding company.
Email address aj425@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (native) • English (fluent) Interests Asian series and variety shows, K-pop music, traveling to international festivals
Career History n Sales and Marketing Manager, Udomchoke Development, Thailand (5 years) n Sales representative, MYM Trading, Thailand (3 months) n Assistant Accounting Manager, Hagameyer, Thailand (2 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Business Administration (Management) Assumption University, Thailand Achievements n Development of Net Promoter Score (NPS) ideology, a key performance indicator in the banking sector, motivating over 100 employees. Achieved high client satisfaction in service of 66% n Designed a customer engagement course for Managers and Heads of Department
Alex Ford | British www.linkedin.com/in/alex-ford Future Career Objective Management consultancy with a focus on strategic management. Career History n Director, Premier Education Group Exeter LTD, UK (5 years)
Email address af492@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) Interests Rugby, skiing and comic book movies
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK FdSc Sport Science University of Plymouth Marjon, UK Achievements n At the age of 19, successfully started own business, employing 18 members of staff and performing in the top 10% of all franchises within the network n As the South West network lead, supported 12 other franchisees through the process of planning and launching their new businesses and provided ongoing mentoring and support n Negotiated and maintained accounts with 55 primary schools in the local area, positively impacting on the health and wellbeing of children. Also developed strategic links and relationships with local authorities and colleges
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Angelica Maria Herrera Gonzalez | Colombian www.linkedin.com/in/angelicamherrerag Future Career Objective Developing strategies within a forward-thinking organisation to align business growth and government decisions with nature conservation.
Email address ah747@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Spanish (native) • English (advanced) Interests Diving (ocean is my favourite place), environment (developing sustainability), spirituality (we are more than we can see)
Career History n Scientific Researcher, Marine and Coastal Research Institute “José Benito Vives de Andreis”, Invemar, Colombia (1 year) n Coordinator of the Medical Excellence Cluster Initiative, Chamber of Commerce of Cali, Colombia (1 year) n Economic Analyst, Regional Commission for Competitiveness of Valle del Cauca, Colombia (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Economics Universidad del Valle, Colombia Academic excellence honour mention Achievements n Structured and obtained resources from some of the most important medical centres in the country and from the National Government for two projects worth USD 1 million n
Led the creation process of the Trade and Industry Agenda among the main companies and guilds in Valle del Cauca and presented this to candidates for the Mayor of Cali and the Government of Valle del Cauca in 2012. After elections, both implemented some of the economic policies that were recommended in the Agenda, including the creation of an economic planning department
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Anna Kubicheva | Russian www.linkedin.com/in/annakubicheva Future Career Objective By combining Intercultural communication, organisational psychology and sustainable business principles, to provide consulting services to businesses in the area of culture, resilience and adaptation.
Email address ak625@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Russian (native) • English (fluent) • German (basic) • Italian (basic) Interests Portrait sculpture, designing art dolls
Career History n Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO & COO, Deutsche Bank Ltd., Moscow (8 years) n Personal Assistant to the Global CEO, VTB Capital, Russia n Executive Legal Secretary, Squire Sanders & Dempsey (Moscow) LLC, Russia (4 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MA in Counselling University of Manchester, UK + Russia Prof-Retraining Diploma in Psychology of Advertising Marketing and PR, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Russia Specialist Degree in Intercultural Communication and Linguistics Moscow State Linguistic University, Russia Achievements n As a Senior Executive Assistant, in times of cost-saving, was responsible for organising creative team-building events within budget for a diverse international group of up to 50 people, resulting in strengthened team identity and cohesion in difficult times n Led a 12-person Heads of Infrastructure working group to streamline the Bank’s external communication processes, decreasing the number of missed requests by 100% and strengthening the bank’s communication with authorities n Rationalised the CEO’s daily schedule by defining a system of visiting hours and introducing the new concept to the employees, resulting in creating extra time for CEO
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The Fairtrade Foundation partners with the One Planet MBA to share its insights on how new business models can drive sustainable development. Fairtrade has benefited from several consultancy projects which have enabled the development and testing of new Fairtrade-business partnership concepts and supported the ongoing evolution of Fairtrade. DANIEL MOREY – HEAD OF INNOVATION AND BUSINESS SERVICES, FAIRTRADE FOUNDATION
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Ayan Chatterjee | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/ayanchatterjee02 Future Career Objective Business consulting – Digital Transformation, IT Strategy, Cyber Security Career History n Associate Projects, Cognizant, India (9 months) n Technology Analyst, Infosys, India (3 years, 11 months) Email address ac858@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • Hindi (fluent) • Bengali (fluent) • Spanish (basic) Interests Public speaking, community service, cooking
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Technology West Bengal University of Technology, India Achievements n Selected for the ‘Pathways to Digital Innovation’ programme by University of Exeter for specialised training on business innovation using digital transformation n
Developed a business model for a potential project by BMW, UK, which was accepted and funded by the board of directors
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Initiated a placement grooming session for over 50 indigenous students in India helping them secure jobs. Awarded the ‘DC Ambassador Award’ 2016 for displayed social responsibility
Ayasta Pokharel | Nepali www.linkedin.com/in/ayasta-pokharel Future Career Objective Combine my knowledge and experience of engineering with sustainable economics to influence sustainable development.
Email address ap703@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Nepali (native) • English (fluent) • Hindi (fluent) Interests Travelling, sketching, solving puzzles
Career History n Graduate Programme Administrator, Rural Access Programme (UK Aid’s flagship infrastructure development project), Nepal (0.5 years) n Graduate Engineer, Rural Access Programme, Nepal (3.5 years) n Structural Engineer, Astra Development Network, Nepal (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MSc Structural Engineering Cardiff University, UK Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering Institute of Engineering Tribhuvan University, Nepal Achievements n Led a team of engineers to assess damage of buildings and provide guidance to about 400 households after a devastating earthquake n Managed road asset of over 2000 km and supervised construction of 20 km of Green roads in remote Western Nepal n Studied the effects of projected climate change up to year 2100 on the structural integrity of buildings designed under current British Standards using Building Information Modelling
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Boma Bedford-Fubara | British www.linkedin.com/in/boma-bedford-fubara Future Career Objective To become a management consultant, contributing towards technological innovation and entrepreneurial strategies within an organisation.
Email address bb360@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) Interests Travelling, singing, reading crime novels
Career History n Systems Analyst, Strata Service Solutions Ltd, Exeter, UK ( 6 months) n Support Specialist, Thomson Reuters, London, UK (5 years) n Software Support Analyst, Pitney Bowes, UK, (4 years) Education Highlights One Planet Executive MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MSc Information & Communication Technology University of Greenwich, UK B.Eng. Computer Engineering University of Science & Technology, Nigeria Foundation Certificate in ITIL Service Management British Computer Society, UK Achievements n As a Systems Analyst, I successfully completed the implementation/ rollout of Flexi Time & Attendance system for Strata Ltd n As a Technical Support Specialist, I successfully managed the implementation of new types /subtypes for Salesforce CRM prior to Service Cloud migration, which improved the quality of case statistics and granular reporting n As a Business Process Analyst, co-supported the successful implementation of CRM System migration to Service Cloud
Brodie Taylor | New Zealander www.linkedin.com/in/brodiet Future Career Objective Engage in innovative solutions for solving global environmental challenges.
Email address bjt209@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Spanish (fluent) Interests Family, surfing and travel
Career History n Commercial & Product Manager, Coretex, New Zealand n Programme Manager, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), New Zealand n Consulting & Research Analyst, Euromonitor International, Chile Education Highlights n One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK n Bachelor of Commerce, International Business major University of Otago, New Zealand n Foreign Exchange – Marketing & Economics Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, Chile Achievements n As Commercial Manager at Coretex, led the reinvention and implementation of the way the complex Telematics ‘Internet of Things’ solutions are packaged and offered to clients n Responsible for creating and delivering key solution and product development roadmaps as Product Manager at Coretex n As Programme Manager at NZTE, led the development of the countrywide digital enablement programme
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Chen Xuejun | Chinese www.linkedin.com/in/snowychen Future Career Objective Supply chain management and retail marketing management. Career History n Channel Manager for retail channel, Pico VR, China (1.5 years) n Analyst, Dell, China (2 years) Email address xc286@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Chinese (native) • English (fluent) Interests Reading, science fiction and hiking
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Automation Three Gorges University, China Bachelors in English Literature (double major) Three Gorges University, China Achievements n As project lead for standardisation of ERP system in sales, finance and delivery, I optimised efficiency and accuracy of data in three sectors n As project lead for standardisation of brand display across 152 retail stores, achieved a significant increase in sales volume
Chittaphu Uncharoen | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/chittaphu-u Future Career Objective Organisational development consultant.
Email address cu221@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (native) • English (fluent) • French (basic) Interests Dancing choreographer, adventurous sports and world explorer activities
Career History n Senior Marketing & Channel Development, Aira & Aiful plc., Thailand (3 years) n Marketing Executive Assistant, Italasia Electro Co. Ltd., Thailand (2 years) n Marketing & Customer Assistant, Meeting Point Asia Bangkok, Thailand (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Business Administration Hotel Management Silpakorn University International College and Vatel Institution France (Double Degree) Exchange Student (1-year program) Oneida High School, New York, USA Achievements n As a channel development executive at AIra & Aiful, expanded more than 500 channels within 77 provinces across Thailand n Re-established a new marketing operation procedure and put this into action from 2016 onward
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The One Planet MBA is the one MBA that reflects the business side, hard core MBA stuff you have to do with a sense of purpose, with a sense of ethics. We have been big fans of the MBA virtually since it started. MIKE JORDAN – EDUCATION PORTFOLIO MANAGER (ANALYTICS) & ACADEMIC AMBASSADOR
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Chris McMillan | Australian www.linkedin.com/in/christophro Future Career Objective To drive better resource and environmental management. Career History n Project Manager, World Vision, Senegal (4 years) n Technical Advisor, World Vision, Senegal (1 year) Email address cm725@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • French (fluent) Interests Religion, travel, tennis and rugby
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management Macquarie University, Australia Certificate in French Language Macquarie University, Australia Achievements n Managed the Beylene Sen Tol environmental management and food security project ($US1.7m) across 3 regions of Senegal, which benefitted more than 137,000 people n Supervised 15 project staff, collaborated with partners, monitored key performance indicators, reported in English and French and managed within budget n Developed and coordinated the Australian Acacia Food Safety Research Project in partnership with Cheikh Anta Diop University, Dakar, Senegal Food Technology Institute and world experts n This research has significant potential to sustainably improve food security and nutrition in Senegal and vulnerable, drought-prone, semi-arid regions of Africa
Danish Rehman | Pakistani www.linkedin.com/in/danish-rehman-ramday Future Career Objective Business Consultant/International management consultant with an International Fashion House.
Email address dr390@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Urdu (native) • Punjabi (fluent) • English (fluent) Interests Collector of limited editions, enjoying international cuisine and learning new languages
Career History n Partner and Director of Administration of JEUNI Couture Pakistan based Fashion House (2 years) n Law Associate in Jehanzaib & Associates Lahore, Pakistan (1.5 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BBA (Hons) Finance and Marketing from Lahore School of Economics, Pakistan Bachelors of Law affiliated by Punjab University, PAK Achievements n As partner of a leading fashion house in Pakistan, increased the international clientele and almost doubled the total sales over one year by re-designing production and management processes n Law firm Associate working with the corporate sector and gaining registration as High Court lawyer in Pakistan
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David Vazquez | Spanish www.linkedin.com/in/david-vazquez-sustainability1 Future Career Objective Leading positive change in forward-looking organisations.
Email address dv254@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Spanish (native) • English (fluent) • Italian (fluent) • Portuguese (conversational) Interests Meditation practitioner, keen traveller and footballer
Career History n Group Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Manager, Go-Ahead Group plc, UK (+5 years) n Guest Lecturer, London College of Communications, UK (4 years) n Accounts Payable, Hilton Worldwide, UK (+1 year) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MA in Corporate Communications London College of Communications, UK Certificate in Investor Relations Investor Relations Society, UK PGCE University of Vigo, Spain Achievements n Designed and implemented a 2020 sustainability strategy for a company and its international subsidiaries, which included carrying out a materiality review and revisiting business KPIs n Holder of best FTSE250 company for most effective integration of sustainability (Investor Relations Society Awards, 2016) n Founding member of the Institute for Corporate Resposibility and Sustainability; and Steering Group member of Investor Relations Society, LBG (global community investment organisation) and RSSB (UK rail sustainable development)
Edward Matczuk | American www.linkedin.com/in/EdwardMatczuk Future Career Objective International sales and consultancy.
Email address em577@Exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Italian (basic) • Spanish (basic) Interests Social engineering, travel and meeting every amazing person possible
Career History n Regional Distribution Manager, Essroc Italcementi Corporation, USA (3 years) n Bar Manager, Chazz: a Bronx Original, USA (2 years) n Bar Manager, Talara: Raw with a Twist, USA (3 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Business Information Systems Bachelors of Science Stevenson University, USA Achievements n As Regional Distribution Manager at Essroc Italcementi Corporation, increased shipping territory by 350% via reduction of outbound shipping window by 50% n Following aggressive increase in shipping efficiency with Essroc Italcementi Corporation, sales estimated to have increased by roughly 10% in Maryland
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Evelyn Hussain | Singaporean www.linkedin.com/in/evelynhussain Future Career Objective Facilitate the creation of ideas, drive innovation and marketing initiatives, and manage design projects
Email address eh541@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Malay (fluent) • Mandarin (intermediate) Interests Connecting people by organising TedxShanghai. Design thinking, circular economy, sustainability, and company culture innovation
Career History n Design Director, The Silk Initiative, (Marketing Agency), China (4 years) n Brand Developer and Sustainability Design, Greenologue (Design Studio), China (8 years) n Art Director, BeWater (Branding Agency), China (1.5 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Sustainability Design Minneapolis College of Art and Design, U.S.A. Achievements n Design work published in Taschen’s Asian Graphics Now! Eastern aesthetics: a visual exploration of graphic design from Mumbai to Tokyo n Founded and spearheaded a social outreach initiative that generated work opportunities for mentally challenged Chinese residents
Ganapathiram Alampalle | British www.linkedin.com/in/ganaa Future Career Objective Providing strategic advice to help better our society, people and industry. Career History n Senior Consultant, IBM Business Analytics and Strategy (4 years) n Lean Operations Analyst, Caterpillar (Intern) Email address ga315@exeter.ac.uk Languages • British (native) • Telugu (native) • French (basic conversational) Interests Snowboarder, rock-climber and ultramarathon finisher
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter UK BA (Hons) Economics with Management De Montfort University, UK (First Class) Achievements n Developed objectives and led workshops to create a cognitive wealth management solution for a tier-1 European Investment Bank, highlighting 15% of departmental cost savings n Advised a retail banking client to help streamline the organisation’s people, processes and governance, successfully creating the first phase target operating model plan under a $120 million contract, which included a 3,000 employee outsourcing deal n Led a process and systems integration project for an asset management client sponsored by the Chief Knowledge Officer; managing a team across 3 countries to scope and deliver an analytics and content management solution on time and within budget
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We need to enable prosperity for all in a world transformed by the digital revolution. In that context we need purpose-driven leaders who can think systemically, and this is what the One Planet MBA strives to achieve. KEN WEBSTER – HEAD OF INNOVATION, THE ELLEN MACARTHUR FOUNDATION
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Georgie Hazell | British www.linkedin.com/in/georgiehazell Future Career Objective People-centric leader in a dynamic strategy/innovation consultancy. Career History n Head of Talent, The Eleven (startup studio), UK n Netherlands Country Lead, Born Social, UK n Account Manager, Born Social, UK Email address gh407@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) Interests Volunteering, particularly mentoring and coaching, investigative journalism and a keen tennis player
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter, UK Anthropology with International Politics BA University of Exeter, UK Achievements n Consulted with company directors and wider leadership teams on hiring and onboarding transformation projects for companies including Born Social, The Eleven and CharlieHR n Led on Born Social’s global expansion to Amsterdam; adapting the product to this market and finding, training and managing team members ‘on the ground’ n Founded ‘ELEVATE: Women in Digital’, hosting monthly events with guest speakers to inspire women in tech n Managed UK expansion for digital media company Her Campus, establishing the brand in 20 UK-based universities and coaching leadership teams in the UK and globally
Hans R. Barkell-Schmitz | British, German, Hong Kong, indefinite residency NZ Future Career Objective Non-Executive Director or a philanthropic role related to sustainability.
Email address hb467@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • German (intermediate) • Cantonese (intermediate) • French (intermediate) • Putonghua (beginner) • Vietnamese (beginner) Interests Sailing, skiing and running a kitchen/bakery
Career History n CEO, Sai-tex, Vietnam (current) n Regional Managing Director of IIC-Intersport (13.5 years) Hong Kong and Shenzhen PRC n Chief Operating Officer Royal Spirit Group, Hong Kong and Vietnam (2.5 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Police Professional Exams 1-3 Fellow of the Institute of Industrial Security SMSTS Achievements n One of the youngest Senior Police Inspectors in the history of the Royal Hong Kong Police Association n Set up the IIC-Intersport supply chain and offices from scratch throughout Asia n Simultaneous Double Platinum Build award (LEED & LOTUS) for a garment factory
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The One Planet MBA allowed me to take stock of a career after I’d had a break to have a family and it ensured that all the business skills I had prior to that break were absolutely bang up to date in terms of sustainable business and how any business would move forward. It was a great time to reflect and it filled me with a huge amount of confidence. DIANE HAYMAN – MARKETING MANAGER, HAWKSMOOR INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ONE PLANET MBA 2014
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Jakeera Begum Ganganagaripalli | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/jakeera Future Career Objective Management consultant in the banking sector. Career History n Business Consultant, Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd, UK (6 years) n Business Analyst, Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd, India (3 years) n Java Engineer, Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd, India (1 year) Email address jg632@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Urdu (native) • English (fluent) • Hindi (fluent) • Telugu (fluent) Interests Travelling to new places, running and yoga, cooking Indian food
Education highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelors in Information Technology Shadan Women’s College, India Achievements n As consultant to a global card provider, recommended a platform uplift to gain more charge volume, resulting in a 5 million dollar investment n As acting product manager and a subject matter expert, created knowledge share for a team of 30 to gain product insight of the new product platform n Proactively identified loopholes in the existing infrastructure and recommended solutions to avoid customer dissatisfaction, by developing process controls
Jenna Hattingh | South African www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-hattingh Future Career Objective Sustainability manager within an organisation that is passionate about reducing its carbon footprint.
Email address jh998@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Afrikaans (intermediate) • German (basic) Interests Oil painting, scuba diving and pairing good food with great wine
Career History n Deputy Hospitality Manager, University of Exeter, UK (1 year) n Director, TurfNetwork, SA (2 years) n Business Development Manager, GrowTek, SA (5 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Certificate in Turfgrass Science Penn State University, US Bachelors of Commerce Economics and Supply Chain Management University of KwaZulu Natal, SA Achievements n As Business Development Manager increased sales by 40% from 2011 to 2012 by establishing new markets and further increasing sales by 20% from 2012 to 2013 n Converted GrowTek SA from making year on year losses to making profits within 3 years by increasing sales and reducing operating costs, with a particular focus on logistics n Eliminated warehousing costs completely in TurfNetwork via combining the logistics and warehousing functions
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The One Planet MBA corporate challenge was run in collaboration with IDEO, Unilever and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. The result of this one week intensive challenge resulted in solutions that have been described as ‘realistic’ and ‘innovative’. By engaging with progressive organisations such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, IDEO, and Unilever the MBA is able to create a first class learning experience applicable to everyday business challenges.
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Jorandi Scholtz | South African www.linkedin.com/in/jorandi-scholtz Future Career Objective Using business as a force for good through involvement with Social Enterprises and B Corps, as employee, consultant or owner.
Email address js1006@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Afrikaans (native) • English (fluent) Interests Improving the welfare of others, hiking, exploring and reading historical novels
Career History n Education Coordinator, SACAI, South Africa (2.5 years) n Teacher and School Management, TuksSport High School, South Africa (4 years) n Online Tutor and Assessor (part-time), UNISA, South Africa (7 years, ongoing) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK PGCE UNISA, South Africa BA (Hons) Corporate and Development Communication North-West University, South Africa BCom Communication Studies North-West University, South Africa Achievements n Conceptualised and implemented a client support services portal ensuring timely and effortless communication to stakeholders n Value-adding to the office of the CEO through activities such as the management of executive meetings and the formulation of communiqués and policy documents n The successful development and implementation of leadership and support programmes at TuksSport High School
Kathernyn Jayanama | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/kathernyn Future Career Objective Sales, marketing, strategy and business development, including e-commerce.
Email address kj310@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (native) • English (fluent) Interests Community work (especially in animal shelters), singing, amateur photography, travelling, networking and socialising
Career History n Business Monitoring & Quality Development, One to One Contacts Public Company Limited, Thailand (1.3 years) n Branch Supervisor of Outsourcing Sales Promoter, E.U.A. Corporation Company Limited, Thailand (4 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Siam University, Thailand Achievements n Systematically reorganized monthly reports and tasks of Quality Assurance function at client’s venue (Thai Airways International Public Company Limited), gaining high level of trust by delivering reports on time with accuracy and precision n As an Outsourcing Sales Supervisor at E.U.A. Corp., implemented strategies to sell products and offer excellent customer services, achieving the highest sales record of the client’s company (Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited) in 2012
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The Thomson Reuters partnership with the MBA is really important to us as a company. It gives us access to a group of really smart thinking people. People that we can partner with on projects that are important to us RYAN SHEPPARD – EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, THOMSON REUTERS
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Kornchawan Ghettalae | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/kornchawan-ghettalae Future Career Objective To be successful in establishing my own business.
Email address kg390@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (native) • English (Intermediate) Interests Reading psychology, selfdevelopment and Chinese novels. Traveling abroad for new experiences and knowledge
Career History n Business Development Officer, Issara United Development, Bangkok (3 years) n Account Executive, Creative Juice/Bangkok Worldwide, Bangkok (6 months) n Architect/Graphic Designer, A-Seven Corporation, Bangkok (6 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BSc. Architectural Design Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand Real Estate Development Certificate The Real Estate Executive Association, Bangkok, Thailand Marketing Strategy Certificate Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand Achievements n Co-architect for commercial and residential development, The Elysée which implements a Paris Champs Elysée design landmark into Cambodia’s Diamond Island n As Business Development Officer for Charn Issara Group, I led the project design and supervised the construction cycle for 5-star hotel, Baba Beach Club Hua Hin n As Account Executive at Creative Juice/Bangkok Worldwide, I managed TV commercials and marketing for Pfizer Pte Ltd. The campaign’s success generated over 300,000 views on YouTube
Li-Hsuan (Sandy) Chen | Taiwanese www.linkedin.com/in/lhschen Future Career Objective Business consultant, applying circular economy concepts to achieve sustainable development. Career History n Sales Assistant, Eslite Stationary Store, Taiwan (1.5 years) n Team leader, UNIQLO, Taiwan (3 years) Email address lc616@exeter.ac.uk Languages Chinese (native) Taiwanese (fluent) English (intermediate) Interests Travel, keeping a reflective journal, rubber printing
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BA History Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan Achievements n Designed a work schedule and on-the-job training plan for 70 people to ensure equitable opportunities for staff development n Led a team of 9 cashiers in providing best service to customers, achieving 100% accuracy over three months n Project designed a themed exhibition to express the brand story, achieving 110% performance
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Lyuxuan Yu | Chinese www.linkedin.com/in/LyuxuanYu Future Career Objective Business consultant in the aviation or hospitability sectors. Career History n Senior Licensed Flight Dispatcher and SMS Management Assistant, Juneyao Airlines, China (4 years) n SMS and Quality Management Associate, 9 Air co., Ltd, China (1.5 years) Email address ly293@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Chinese (native) • English (fluent) Interests Travel, music and new media
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Management INTO University of Exeter, UK (Distinction) SMS Quality Management Civil Aviation University of China, China Civil Aviation Flight Dispatcher Certification Achievements n Obtained international certificate of Flight Dispatcher authorized by CAAC in 2011, and was promoted as SMS Quality Management Assistant within one year n Worked as a key member in IOSA audit exclusive working group in Juneyao Airlines in 2013, translating aviation-related manuals and collaborating in a multicultural and high-pressure environment n Collaborated with Boeing, Jeppesen and CAAC in the Aircraft acquisition from flight operation perspective in 9 Air co., Ltd.
Mashroor Mushtaque | Bangladeshi www.linkedin.com/in/mashroor-mushtaque Future Career Objective To establish myself as a mid-level manager driving and developing sustainable business practices in a multinational company. Career History n Territory Officer, British American Tobacco, Bangladesh (3.7 years) Email address mm791@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Bangla (native) • English (fluent) Interests Reading books on world economy, world history and current affairs, watching documentaries and playing cricket and football
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor’s in Business Administration North South University, Bangladesh Achievements n As Territory Officer, delivered more than 20% volume growth and during later stages of the tenure established 18% value growth mostly dominated by Premium Brand sales turnover n Ensured more than 85% price compliance across all the portfolios in critical market situation which led to an “Outstanding” employee rating in 2015/2016
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Nandini Devi Mutum | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/nandinidevimutum Future Career Objective Senior management role in banking, telecoms, manufacturing or retail. Career History n Senior Branch Manager, HDFC Bank Ltd, India (4.7 years) n Senior Relationship Manager, ICICI Bank Ltd, India (1.6 years) n Assistant Branch Manager, Kotak Mahindra, India (3.8 years) Email address nd351@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • Assamese (native) • Manipuri (fluent) • Bengali (intermediate) Interests Travelling and understanding different cultures
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Masters in Environmental Sciences, Distinction Jiwaji University, India Achievements n Benchmarked branch profitability within 9 months of takeover and increased the profitability of the branch by 54% n Voted Best Customer Service Manager with ICICI Bank Ltd, in Pan India, 2012 and Best Female Branch Manager HDFC Bank Ltd, India in 2014 n Devised a master card facility with B Baruah Cancer Hospital Assam, India, helping 9,000 cancer patients fight against robbery within the hospital campus
Nivya Thilak | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/nivya-thilak Future Career Objective Management position to advocate innovative business strategies, practices and develop international markets.
Email address nt377@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • Hindi (native) • Kannada (fluent) • French (basic) • Marathi (basic) Interests Passionate dancer, avid artist, reader and foodie
Career History n Business Development Manager, T-Prints Fab, Bangalore, India (1 year 11 months) n Article Assistant, K. Ravi & Associates, Bangalore, India (3 years) n Client Support Specialist, Tax & Regulatory Services, Ernst & Young, Bangalore, India (7 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelors of Commerce (Finance) Christ University, India Achievements n Successfully implemented re-engineering of redundant and outdated business processes and facilitated effective transition to ensure smooth functioning of business activities in a period of 6 months n Enhanced product quality through Total Quality Management approach, resulting in 35% reduced wastage over a period of 6 months and reduced rejections by 75-80% n Designed, implemented and monitored a standardised flow of systems and work procedures in an audit firm
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Throughout the programme, we have been pushed to work cross-culturally, constantly applying the art of listening to build constructive dialogues. This systemic understanding of relationships has built our personal resilience and will prove invaluable for our future in a complex society. DELFINA ZARGAZAZU – CO-FOUNDER AND GLOBAL MANAGER, INNODRIVEN ONE PLANET MBA 2016
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Paul Eveleigh | British www.linkedin.com/in/paul-eveleigh Future Career Objective Management consulting, IT project management. Career History n IT Project Manager, Babcock International Ltd, UK (5 years) n IT Tutor/Trainer, Achievement Training, Protocol Skills & Cornwall College, UK (5 years) Email address pe244@exeter.ac.uk Languages English (native) Interests Mountain biking, canoeing and power boating in Plymouth Sound
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BSc (Hons) IT Management First Class Honours PRINCE2 Practitioner APM Project Management Qualification Achievements n Successfully managed a business-critical project involving the bulk upload of data which enabled my employer to win multi-million-pound contracts n Effectively managed a crucial disaster recovery (DR) of classified data under strict timescales and immense pressure n Consistently led cross-functional and geographically displaced teams across a wide variety of complex projects supporting the growth of a FTSE100 company
Pei-an (Catherine) Chao | Taiwanese www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-chao Future Career Objective Environmental Manager. Career History n Account Manager, Wuderman, Taiwan (7 months) n Senior Account Executive, Leo Burnett, Taiwan (1 year) n Social Media Planner, Cheil, Taiwan (1.5 year) Email address pc414@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Mandarin (native) • English (intermediate) Interests Practising yoga in nature and surfing in sunshine
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Applied English Chihlee University of Technology, Taiwan Achievements n Coordinated and developed advertising campaigns, collaborating cross-sector with Samsung and CTBC Bank, generating NT$2 million in annual sales n Managed NT$10 million Pepsi budget campaigns and maintained profit by 20% n Led a team for NT$7 million Nescafé brand campaign, receiving 2nd place in the 360 Integrated Design from the ROI Festival
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Rabia Wanka-Idris | Nigerian www.linkedin.com/in/rabia-wanka Future Career Objective Strategic management consulting. Career History n Export Credit Officer, Nigerian Export-Import Bank, Nigeria (6 years) n Business Development Analyst, Abuja Investment Company Limited, Nigeria (1 year) Email address rw529@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English Interests Travelling and learning about new cultures and ideas
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MSc Economic Policy and International Business University of Birmingham, UK BSc Economics Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria Achievements n Assisted in securing a US$200.0 Million Sovereign Guarantee loan from African Development Bank aimed at stimulating enhanced economic growth in the non-oil sector n Managed a portfolio of USD$50.0 Million African Development Bank Line of Credit and USD$20.0 Million Exim India Line of Credit n Worked on fostering strategic partnership arrangement with OECD for Nigeria to be a participant at the OECD export credit group meetings in an observer status n Recipient of the 2017/2018 Chevening scholarship award
Ryota Kitani | Japanese www.linkedin.com/in/ryota-kitani Future Career Objective Leading a research and development department. Career History: n General Manager, Intec Systems Bangkok, Thailand (9 months) n System Engineer, INTEC Inc., Japan (8 years) Email address rk399@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Japanese (native) • English (intermediate) Interests Keen footballer and traveller
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Master of Life Sciences Hokkaido University, Japan Bachelor of Biological Sciences Hokkaido University, Japan Achievements n As project manager, successfully delivered the migration to cloud service for a manufacturing customer in Thailand n Led the successful replacement of storage systems for a biotechnology customer in Japan
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Santatriniaina Razafindratsimba | Malagasy www.linkedin.com/in/santatra-razaf Future Career Objective Develop business and marketing plans for my own consulting firm to provide counselling and training for new micro entrepreneurs and SMES
Email address sr566@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Malagasy (native) • French (fluent) • English (fluent) • Indonesian (fluent) Interests Community service, travel and cultural immersion
Career History n Market Segment Manager, Orange Telecom, Madagascar (6 months) n Marketing Manager, AccessBank, Madagascar (18 months) n Brand Manager, JB foods, Madagascar (24 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Masters in Marketing Management Universitas AtmaJaya, Indonesia Achievements n Managed and led the establishment of new marketing department within the bank over 18 months n Developed the brand portfolio by successfully introducing 7 new product references in 2-year timeframe n Led the promotion of several food brands to become top brands with a complete integrated marketing campaign, making it one of the most valuable national brands on the market
Seiji Tsuchitani | Japanese www.linkedin.com/in/seiji-tsuchitani Future Career Objective Chief internal auditor of multinational company.
Email address st591@exeter.ac.uk
Career History n Internal Auditor, Yushin Precision Equipment Co., Ltd. (1 year) n Consolidated accounting staff, Yushin Precision Equipment Co., Ltd. (2 years) n Recruiter in the HR department, Yushin Precision Equipment Co., Ltd. (1 year)
Languages • Japanese (native) • English (fluent) • German (intermediate)
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Commerce (Management accounting) Doshisha University, Japan
Interests Cooking, snowboarding, rock climbing
Achievements n As an Internal auditor, I re-designed the internal control and risk evaluation systems for all 13 subsidiaries in 11 countries, resulting in reductions within a year of: – retained stock by 35% in Guangzhou Factory – total loss from bad debts by 60% in the U.S office
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Sonya Febri Hastuti | Indonesian www.linkedin.com/in/sonya-febri-hastuti Future Career Objective Business consultant. Career History n Officer Development Program, Bank Rakyat Indonesia, Indonesia (2 years) n Junior Credit Risk Analyst, Bank Rakyat Indonesia, Indonesia (5 years) n Risk Analyst Candidate, BRI Singapore Branch (1 month) Email address sh790@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Bahasa Indonesia (native) • English (fluent) • Javanese (native) Interests Photography, traveling, active in supporting disadvantaged children through Al-Kahfi Charity (Jakarta)
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Industrial Engineering Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia Achievements n Assessed and mitigated agricultural credit risk and recommended credit structures to Board of Directors, achieving 0% non-performing loans for 3 consecutive years n Managed a team of four to update palm oil business profile and palm oil database project to reduce the loan analysis time
Colonel Stefan B Crossfield | British www.linkedin.com/in/crossfield Future Career Objective Acquire a suite of transferable knowledge, skills and experience that earns advancement within the Army senior leadership cohort.
Email address sc836@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • German (technical) • French (conversational) Interests Family (large), Land Rovers (restoring), sea (on/in it)
Career History n Assistant Head Personnel Plans, Director Personnel (2.5 years) n Commanding Officer, 6 Battalion REME (2.5 years) n Staff Officer, Force Development & Army Design (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Design of Information Systems MSc, Cranfield Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons), Cranfield Fellow IMechE and CMI Chartered Engineer Achievements n Working on the Army re-design team, as lead for all logistic and infrastructure aspects, redesigned the Army from 102k to 82k n Deployed on Operation HERRICK 18 (Afghanistan) in Command of 1000+ soldiers and civilians for 6 months with a turnover of £50m and assets of £125m n Led the Light Weight Recovery Project, a £30m procurement programme, with 15 staff and 50+ stakeholders
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Stephanie Akinyelure | British www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieakinyelure Future Career Objective Become an influential change-maker in the sustainability space.
Email address sa648@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Spanish (basic) • Italian (basic) Interests Producing cultural events to showcase African creative talent, supporting young people to realise their potential
Career History n Engagement Manager, Sustainable Finance, HSBC (current) n Projects and Events Advisor, Accounting for Sustainability, UK (3 years) n Assistant Producer, London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, UK (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BA Hons Law and Communication Studies Anglia Ruskin University, UK Achievements n Supported the development and delivery of 600+ projects for the London 2012 Festival; managing budgets, contracts, rights clearances and permissions for film content n Developed a global events strategy across Europe, Middle East, Asia, and North America successfully reaching target number of event attendees and engaging with over 60% of new audiences at events n Delivered more than £10 million of investment into the creative industries, project managing more than 300 grants to track delivery of training, risk-compliance and highlighting best practice
Taha M.A. Hassan | British www.linkedin.com/in/tahamahassan Future Career Objective Lead a manufacturing business focused on the circular economy approach. Career History n Head of Secondary, Andalusia Academy Bristol, UK n Head of Science, Torquay Academy, UK n Deputy Head of Science, Haggerston School, UK Email address th439@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Bengali (fluent) • Arabic (beginner) • BSL (beginner) Interests Community work, table tennis and chess
Education Highlights MBA One Planet University of Exeter Business School, UK PGCE Secondary Science London Metropolitan University, UK BSc Biochemistry University of Greenwich, UK Achievements n As Head Teacher at Andalusia Academy Bristol, I raised attainment in GCSE results (A*-C) from 67% to 78% in 2 years n I restructured the secondary phase of the academy by creating an effective middle leadership layer, which promoted consistency and leadership development n As a safeguarding governor, I ensured that a local school is effectively safe for children
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Thavithep Charoenkiattikul | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/thavithep-charoenkiattikul Future Career Objective Business strategic consultant, business development or project management in the private sector. Career History n Senior Assurance, Ernst & Young, Thailand, (4years) n Director, P&W auditing firm, Thailand (5 years) Email address tc463@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (native) • English (fluent) Interests Investing and Exploring
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MSc Exchange Program 2012 Skema Business School, France Bachelor of Business Administration Chulalongkorn University, Thailand Achievements n As Senior Assurance, led field work team to audit financial statements and provide systems advice and implementation to clients across manufacturing, real estate, services and oil and gas sectors for both domestic and international firms n Led colleagues to join “Tonkla” rural CSR Project and achieved EY “Better Begin With You” Regional Winner competing against 126 EY nominations n Applied Accounting Standards and Professional Scepticism to adjust and present client financial statements in all material aspects enabling management to clearly see their business performance. Achieved outstanding work performance for three consecutive years
Timothy Brenninkmeijer | Dutch www.linkedin.com/in/tim-brenninkmeijer Future Career Objective Strategy consultant with a focus on business model innovation and the circular economy.
Email address tb514@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) • Dutch (fluent) • German (fluent) Interests Performance and creation as a drummer; environmentarian cuisines around the world.
Career History n Trainee Product Manager, C&A Europe, Germany (20 months) n Communications Specialist, C&A Foundation, Germany (6 months) n Co-founder & CEO, Willow & Warson, UK (20 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BA Combined Honours (Arts) University of Liverpool, UK Achievements n Developed ‘upcycling’ initiative to transform leftover material into new products, within one of Bangladesh’s largest garment manufacturers. Managed project from inception, connecting supplier’s partners with executive projects team for implementation, working towards transforming 10% wastage/purchase order within supplier producing 2m pieces/annum n Devised animation video project to introduce C&A Foundation to global employee base (60k), working with internal and external partners to deliver on schedule n Secured partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy to celebrate 250th anniversary of HMS Victory using original timber to create a limited-edition collection, delivering 88 bespoke items to customers in Australia, USA and Europe
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Tom Dent | British www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-dent Future Career Objective Combining rural economics, business development, technology and consulting to create a positive impact on agriculture, food production, the environment and social enterprise
Email address td370@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (native) Interests Rugby coaching, music tchnology and exercise
Career History n Owner, Devon Wagyu, UK (5 years) n Information and Advice Officer, Age UK Mid Devon, UK (1 year) n Business Consultant/Trainer, Apple, UK (10 Years) Educational Highlight One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Agricultural Management FdSc Bicton College, UK Music BA Middlesex University, UK Achievements n Working in a high-pressure charity role at Age UK with some of the most vulnerable people in Devon, I successfully helped clients to navigate the complex and often discriminatory UK Social Benefits system, achieving 100% application success rates n A pioneer in bringing Wagyu Cattle to UK, leading the way to a business model that explores quality over yield and increasing farm profits whilst reducing environmental impact n As the first Apple Business Consultant in UK, I achieved Apple’s highest business sales worldwide in 2006-2008. Appointed Apple Worldwide Business Mentor and voted most inspirational trainer by my peers in 2010
Tunyaporn Sutthinon | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/sutthinon1 Future Career Objective Marketing and strategy management in a multinational information or digital media company concerning sustainability. Career History n Account Director, Plan Parithat Co., Ltd, Thailand (3 years) n Account Executive, Plan Grafik Co., Ltd, Thailand (1 year) Email address ts519@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • Thai (bilingual) • Mandarin Chinese (intermediate) • Spanish (basic) Interests Choral singing, mini-marathon running, nature travelling
Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Arts in Economics University of Colorado at Boulder, USA Achievements n Directed an educational materials company’s most profitable product account which yielded 40% gross profit n Developed distribution channel strategies which increased online sales revenue of more than 600% on previous year n Initiated and directed the graphic design company’s new product line marketing strategy in online services, which differentiated the company’s market channels
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Verónica Umaña Obregón | Colombian www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-umana-obregon Future Career Objective Working within corporate mergers and acquisitions.
Email address vu206@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Spanish (native) • English (fluent) • French (fluent) Interests Traveling, extreme sports and movies
Professional Experience n Senior I Lawyer, EY, Bogota, Colombia (1 year) n Associate Lawyer, DLA Piper Martinez Beltran, Bogota Colombia (3.5 years) n Paralegal, Norton Rose in Bogota, Colombia (2 years) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Graduate Studies, Financial Legal Regime Universidad de los Andes, Bogota, Colombia Advanced Studies in Political, Economical and Social Sciences Phoenix Institute, University of Notre Dame South Bend, USA (Cum Laude) Lawyer (J.D. Equivalent) Universidad de los Andes, Bogota, Colombia Achievements n Led due diligence process, drafting and negotiating the purchase agreements in acquisitions including BBVA Bank in Panama and Banco Reformador in Central America n Co-author of: ‘Legalization of informal neighborhoods and provision of public services: a constitutional palliative measure or a step towards legalization’, in Revista Mayéutica de la Facultad de Derecho de la Universidad de los Andes n Awarded the One Planet 5th anniversary scholarship, graduated ‘Cum Laude’ from Phoenix Institute, University of Notre Dame South Bend, USA.
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Victoria Veber | Argentinian/Italian www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaveber Future Career Objective Strategy consultant focusing on sustainable business practices.
Email address vv236@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Spanish (native) • English (fluent) • French (intermediate) Interests Travelling, reading historical novels, and cooking for friends and family
Career History n Head of Sustainability, Adecco Argentina, Argentina (2 years) n Head of Planning & Management Control, Buenos Aires City Government, Argentina (1 year 8 months) n Consultant, PyAS Consultants, Argentina (1 year 10 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Iberamerican postgraduate course in Corporate Social Responsibility University Castilla-La Mancha, Spain Master in Public Policy University Torcuato Di Tella, Argentina (thesis pending) BA (Licenciatura) in Political Science Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina, Argentina Achievements n As Head of Sustainability at Adecco I developed a communication campaign called #TalentoSinEtiquetas (Talent Without Labels), to enhance employability for marginalised groups n As project manager for a governmental area, I improved the quality of projects and their successful delivery within agreed timelines n In my consultancy job I measured a bank’s social investment, personally interviewing more than 150 NGOs from different cities in the country and making detailed individual and general reports
Yingyun Wu | Chinese www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnewu515 Future Career Objective To pursue a management role to support the development of women within business.
Email address yw528@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Chinese (native) • English (intermediate) Interests Avid reader of business books and classic novels, cooking traditional Chinese food and learning international cuisine while travelling, jogging for relaxation and thinking
Career History n Sales Director,Tianneng Group, China (1 year 5 months) n Key Account Manager, Vision Group, China (1 year 3 months) n Key Account Manager, Leoch International Technology Ltd, China (2 years) n Sales Manager, IBT Technologies Incorporation Ltd, China (4 years 10 months) Education Highlights One Planet MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelors of Management Hainan University, China Diploma degree of Foreign-related Economy and Law Haikou Colleges of Economics, China Achievements n Led strategy to enter new international market, resulting in sales revenue of CNY 120,000,000 and saving 50% in budget and time
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Contact Information For careers and recruitment: Becky Kilsby MBA Careers Consultant University of Exeter Business School Tel: +44 (0) 1392 724483 Email: B.M.Kilsby@exeter.ac.uk
For partnerships and engagement opportunities: Camilla Norman MBA Partnerships Manager Tel: +44 (0) 1392 725935 Email: C.Norman2@exeter.ac.uk
For admissions and general enquiries: Emma Birch MBA Admissions Officer Tel: +44 (0) 1392 725078 Email: Emma.Birch@exeter.ac.uk
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The One Planet MBA engages with organisations which are at the forefront of change, business thinking and practice
ACCENTURE BARCLAYS BUNZL CANON CENTRAX CO-OPERATIVE GROUP DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL
EATON EDF ENERGY ELLEN MACARTHUR FOUNDATION EY FLOOGLEBINDER GRANT THORNTON HOSPISCARE
IBM IDEO IKEA L’OREAL LOW AND BEHOLD MARKS & SPENCER MET OFFICE MINIBEMS
SYNGENTA THE COCA-COLA COMPANY THE FAIRTRADE FOUNDATION THOMSON REUTERS UNILEVER
OXFAM PORTCULLIS LEGALS PWC RAP3 CONNECT SAP SN-AP ST LUKE’S HOSPICE
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Our thanks to the following organisations that have recognised the value of our MBA talent
ACCENTURE BMW BLOOMBERG BT BUNZL
CHINA AIRLINES CROWDCUBE EXXONMOBIL EY
IAG IBM J.P. MORGAN MB AEROSPACE
MCKINSEY MINIBEMS MITSUBISHI NISSAN PWC
RBS SEQUOIA CAPITAL SYNGENTA THE COCA-COLA COMPANY UNIQLO
Our sincere thanks to Gerry and Clemencia Brown for their generous support through the Ayudar Scholarship, as well as Trevor and Dominica Yang and Wol Kolade for their continued contributions. Our thanks to PwC for hosting the MBA’s networking event: “FutureProofing” – delivered by Leo Johnson (who leads PwC’s Disruption Practice) on 16th November 2017 at The Collaboration Space | PwC | 7 More London Riverside London SE1 2RT
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