Global Talent Book 2024 by University of Exeter

THE EXETER MBA Global Talent 2024

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The Exeter MBA Global Talent Book 2024

Foreword Welcome to our Class of 2024 Global Talent book, which serves to introduce you to a group of ambitious, talented, and creative professionals who seek to advance their careers whilst taking up the responsibility of leading in a challenging global landscape. By joining The Exeter MBA programme, they commit to helping create a fairer, more sustainable and healthier world. They develop a better understanding of the ways in which rapid environmental, technological and societal changes impact and disrupt existing business models. As part of their personal transformation, they have been supported through a year of discovery, innovation, enterprise, collaboration and growth. MBA students at Exeter engage and work closely with our expert faculty and our wide network of global business partners to deepen and apply their knowledge, skills and behaviours. Our Class of 2024 MBA participants have come to Exeter from around the world. They bring with them an exceptional, diverse range of business and management experience, together with a curious mind, a sense of purpose and a responsible global outlook. I would like to recommend them to you, and hope you find opportunity to engage and work with this talented group of leaders. If you would like to discuss how we can facilitate your talent search, please contact me.

Prof. Donald Lancaster Director of MBA Programmes University of Exeter Business School Professor (Assoc), PhD, FHEA, FCIM, CMBE Fellow, Worshipful Company of Marketors d.lancaster@exeter.ac.uk

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The Exeter 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 Exeter MBA is at the forefront of the circular economy and sustainable business. The Exeter MBA is built around the key values that define our elite Russell Group Business School: responsible leadership, sustainable management, 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 Exeter 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. Our Reputation

The University of Exeter is a Russell Group University and is ranked 13th in the UK’s 2023 Good University Guide.* The Business School is Triple Accredited, holding international accreditations from the Association of MBAs (AMBA), EQUIS and AACSB. Our dedication to sustainability and making the world a better place was integral to achieving Business School of the Year at the 2022 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards, and internationally this commitment was recognised by our 1st place in the UK and 9th place globally in the Corporate Knights 2023 Better World MBA Rankings.

*The Sunday Times and The Times Good University Guide 2023

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It’s when we stop and think that we rediscover the courage, wit, compassion, imagination, delight, frustration, discovery, and devotion that work can provoke – in short, all the things at work that do count, beyond measure.” Margaret Heffernan Entrepreneur, CEO, writer and keynote speaker

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Bringing innovative business thinking to your organisation with MBA Consultancy Projects Engaging with The Exeter MBA on a consultancy project is a great way for you to benefit from our talented, international professionals applying their innovative business thinking from a forward-looking, cutting-edge accredited MBA, to a business challenge you are facing. Our students, in the past, have worked with all types of organisations on issues ranging from developing the regional innovation ecosystem of the Southwest to defining the vision of a circular and healthy food system in an urban setting.

The project process

Want to know more? Visit our website or take a look at our project videos on The Exeter MBA’s YouTube channel to see the impact and value that past projects have provided.

From November to February, the students will be thinking through their different project options. If they are interested in exploring a project with your organisation, we will be in touch to make an introduction; they may also connect with you on LinkedIn. We usually aim for all students to have their projects by early-March.

The student will work with you, supported by their academic supervisor, to develop their project idea further and to produce their project proposal which they will need to have completed around May.

Students will conduct their project between April and September, producing a final consultancy report and a client presentation.

After submission of the final consultancy report, we will be asking you for feedback on the student.

For more information, contact: Consultancy projects and other engagement opportunities: JORANDI SCHOLTZ MBA Corporate Engagement Manager Email: j.scholtz@exeter.ac.uk

Completing the MBA consultancy project was valuable for three reasons. Firstly, it gave me fantastic exposure to, and networking opportunities with senior stakeholders at a strategy consultancy firm. Secondly, it represented the perfect platform for me to implement everything I’ve learnt about sustainability on the Exeter MBA. And thirdly, it is a great case study for me to showcase my skills in the future.” Greg Rahilly MBA, 2020 Associate Director, Consumer Sector, Deals & Business Consulting at Grant Thornton UK LLP

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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 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.

The Exeter MBA places personal transformation at its heart, supporting participants to develop the skills and mindset needed to lead within an uncertain global environment.

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.

Are you interested in joining The Exeter MBA? Admissions and student recruitment: MURRAY SCOTT MBA Recruitment Lead Email: M.Scott4@exeter.ac.uk

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Supporting your talent search The Exeter MBA places a profound emphasis on the personal and professional development of its students. Our MBA Employability and Careers Consultant, Debra Lech, works with our students to help them develop a deep personal understanding of their purpose, values, strengths, and career achievements and aspirations. Through 1:1 sessions, workshops, career development activities and career coaching, we equip our graduates to achieve their post-MBA career goals. Whether you are interested in recruiting our talented students into a full-time position, Consultancy Project or a post-MBA internship, we can help you with your search. Our suite of bespoke services include: n

Advertising your requirements throughout the year.

Opportunities to pitch your company to current students.

Connecting you with MBA Alumni.

Engagement activities

We know employers also value the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of our students. We welcome your involvement in a range of engagement activities and hearing your suggestions for other events you would like to see. Existing opportunities include: n

Participation in professional mock interviews.

Employer Presentations and Networking Events – an excellent way of showcasing your company to a targeted audience.

Employer Visits – our talent can come to you and will be able to develop a richer understanding of your culture and organisational ambitions.

Online MBA Employer Showcases.

We look forward to gaining an understanding of your specific needs and to helping you identify your next leadership talent.

For more information, contact: Careers and employability: DEBRA LECH MBA Employability and Careers Consultant Email: D.K.Lech@exeter.ac.uk

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Graduates of The Exeter 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.

UK Belgium

Full-time students 11 different countries represented

Afghanistan

Pakistan

Bangladesh

Philippines

Belgium

Thailand

India

Kazakhstan

Ukraine

Nigeria

2023/24 cohort

Nigeria

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Full-time students 28 full time students, average age 33

60% Male

40% Female

Average work experience = 10 years

Kazakhstan Ukraine

Afghanistan Bangladesh Philippines Pakistan Thailand India

Sectors Consulting

Government / public sector

Education

Non-profit / charity

Sales / Marketing

Energy

Health

Technology

Financial services

Manufacturing

Other

Fintech

Military

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Sobia Afzal | Pakistani www.linkedin.com/in/sobia-afzal Why an MBA? I am keen to pivot into consulting after graduation. I thrive on finding solutions to challenging problems in a collaborative & competitive environment. The MBA is preparing me for leading on future strategic business transformation projects, enriching my entrepreneurial and leadership skillset, and further developing my sustainability knowledge and practice.

Email address sa1079@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Urdu (Native)

Career History n Head of English Department, Ministry of Education, UAE (3 years) n English Teacher, Ministry of Education, UAE (2 years, 6 months) n English Teacher, Al Ittihad Private School, UAE (5 months) n IELTS Trainer/ESL Instructor & Consultant, Smart Vision Training Centre, UAE (4 years, 4 months) n Quality Assurance Analyst, Himont Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan (1 year, 1 month) n Quality Control Pharmacist, Mediceena Pharmaceuticals, Pakistan (11 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MA TESOL American University of Sharjah, UAE CELTA British Council, UAE B-pharmacy The University of Punjab, Pakistan Achievements n Boosted team performance and successfully delivered teaching &

learning projects in public schools in the UAE with 90% of performance rating in my first year of leading a multi-disciplinary team of 20+ teachers. n Improved communication & collaboration between school teams and the English Department in the Ministry of Education through leading on new comprehensive 12+ monthly reports with follow up action plans. n Expanded Smart Vision Training Centre’s business by more than 50% and achieved 90% of students’ IELTS success rate by researching and developing IELTS curriculum, curating learning resources and providing consultation post clients’ needs analysis.

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Ananya Bilimale | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/ananya-bilimale Why an MBA? Pursuing an MBA is driven by a desire to refine leadership qualities, enhance decision-making for organisational goals, collaborate with diverse perspectives, and continuously upskill in the dynamic business landscape, ultimately crafting a legacy of harmonising passion, purpose, and potential sustainability.

Email address ab1710@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Fluent) • Tulu (Native)

Career History n Sr. Consultant, INFOCUS Pictures, New Delhi & Mumbai (2 years, 3 months) n Brand Director, Publicis Communication, Mumbai (2 years, 8 months) n Manager Client Servicing, Brandwidth Events Pvt Ltd, New Delhi (2 years, 7 months) n Assistant Manager, Client Servicing, Velocity India, New Delhi (4 years) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Achievements n In my role with Publicis Communications, led and won the experiential

mandate for Phillip Morris India. Launched three cigarette variants, followed by in-depth market activations. n As an independent consultant, led a team of business and creative associates across various verticals and, in the process, increased the external client base by well over 50%. n Spearheaded key initiatives in the automotive sector, which included the launch of Toyota’s Innova and Fortuner and a strategic marketing campaign for the Etios series. Additionally, curated the Etios Motor Racing event at the Buddh International Circuit. n Led PAN India On trade & Off Trade Activations for Bacardi India Under the Nh7 weekender Umbrella for two consecutive years.

Emmanuel Gbenedion | Nigerian www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-gbenedion Why an MBA? I chose the Exeter MBA, as a vehicle, that would enhance the necessary transformations in my career path, as well as add value to my personal attributes, and thus make me a responsible global leader.

Email address eg673@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Urhobo (Native)

Career History n Founder/CEO - Barclays & Abbey Trading Services, Nigeria (11 months) n International Education Advisor/CEO - Greenfields Resources & Associates, Nigeria (9 years, 5 months) n Freelance Offshore Surveyor - Churchill Green Nigeria Ltd, Nigeria (3 years, 2 months) n Offshore Surveyor - Fugro Survey Middle East, Abu Dhabi, UAE (3 years, 6 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK PgCert in Management London School of Business & Finance, UK MSc Hydrography University of Plymouth, UK BSc (Hons) Surveying & Geo-informatics University of Nigeria, Nigeria Achievements n Founded a finance company – Barclays & Abbey Trading Services,

providing loans to SMEs, in Nigeria with a capital base of over $200k in the first year. n Founded an international student recruitment company – Greenfields Resources & Associates, which has recruited over 700 students from Nigeria to the UK, USA, Canada & Ireland since inception. n Student Counselor Achievement, awarded by the University of Plymouth, in 2021. n Completed several multi-million USD offshore oil & gas construction projects, in Saudi-Arabia, Qatar, India, North Sea, UAE, Netherlands & offshore West Africa. 11

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Arunima Gurung | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/arunima-gurung-128540151 Why an MBA? A designer at my core, I aspire to develop solutions that drive businesses towards sustainability and circularity. The Exeter MBA is my gateway to equip myself with the required skills and knowledge to understand business dynamics and innovate sustainable business strategies especially in creative industries.

Email address ag1049@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native) • Nepali (Conversational)

Career History n Co-founder, Latitude 15 Studio, New Delhi, India (3 years, 5 months) n Junior Architect - Team Leader, The Earth Home, Greater Noida, India (2 years, 3 months) n Design Intern, Studio Lotus, New Delhi, India (10 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK B.Arch University School of Architecture and Planning, GGSIPU, New Delhi, India Achievements n Co-founded a design firm that achieved a turnover of 6 million INR in its

first year. Completed more than 15 projects in four operating years, culminating in highly satisfied and repeat client. n Awarded a percentage of equity in a company for contribution to their intrapreneurial efforts. n Was part of the ’31 Days 31 Voices’ online initiative launched by Epistle Communications and Design Stri as a woman entrepreneur.

Fatemah Habib | Afghan www.linkedin.com/in/fatemah-habib Why an MBA? I am deeply motivated to acquire new knowledge that will enhance my capacity to contribute effectively to the sustainable social advancement of women and children, with a particular focus on the SDGs Goals, Quality Education, Economic Growth, and Gender Equality. I aspire to shape my future career towards responsible leadership, skilled management of business, and ultimately my own start-up.

Email address fh423@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Dari (Native) • English (Fluent) • Pashto (Fluent)

Career History n Consultant & Project Manager, British Council, UK (2 years) n Finance Officer, UN IOM, Afghanistan (1 year, 1 month) n Program and Finance Officer, British Council including UK MOD, Afghanistan (6 years, 2 months) n Master Trainer, National Democratic Institute, Afghanistan (1 year, 1 month) n Organisational Development officer, WASSA, Afghanistan (1 year) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Leadership Diploma Institute for Leadership Development, Afghanistan Bachelor of Art (Education) Herat University, Afghanistan Achievements n Development of organisational policies for thirty civil society

organisations across Afghanistan. n Led more than 10 women projects focussed on women’s rights, education

and community development, alongside high government official authorities, teachers, and women activists. n Delivered the UN International Organisation for Migration project, total budget of 50M. The four key components of RADA (Reintegration Assistance and Development in Afghanistan) are community development, SMEs, start-up & psychological services for returnees via 8 UN IOM local NGOs partners.

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Ishika Hastu | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/ishikahastu Why an MBA? My MBA will give me the opportunity to re-evaluate my experiences and knowledge in consulting while giving me a holistic view of the distinctive aspects of managing an organisation.

Email address ih375@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (fluent) • Hindi (native) • French (conversational)

Career History n Associate Analyst, Human Capital - Organisation Transformation, Deloitte, India (2 years) n Brand Manager, La Little India Pvt. Ltd, India (10 months) n Brand Delivery Analyst, Hospitality Clients, Templatolio Technologies, India (10 months) n Marketing Intern, Chocolates and Confectionery, Nestle, India (2 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BBA, Dual Specialisation in International Business and Marketing Symbiosis International University, India Pathways World School Gurgaon, India (IB) IGCSE St. Georges School, Switzerland Achievements n Enabled over 500 employees to leverage the cloud MS Azure Data

Analytics Platform in an E&RI company in the US. n Created a change playbook for a US construction company impacting

over 2,000 employees, that enabled the change team to implement and adapt to changing construction trends in the residential and commercial sectors. n Successfully implemented Salesforce as a Human Resource tool for manufacturing plants in a semiconductor multinational, positively impacting over 3,000 employees in China, Germany, & Singapore.

Benjamin John Jackaman | British www.linkedin.com/in/benjackaman Why an MBA? Specialising in financial reporting, audit, and taxation, I am pursing an MBA to broaden my business acumen and knowledge, while embracing responsible sustainable leadership. My aim is to combine my skills as a chartered accountant with newfound knowledge to drive financial growth in prospective organisations.

Email address bj331@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Native)

Career History n Client Manager, Bromhead Chartered Accountants, Plymouth (1 year) n Account Manager, PEM Chartered Accountants, Cambridge (4 years, 5 months) n Accountant, Aston Shaw Chartered Accountants, Cambridge (3 years, 6 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK ACCA UK Achievements n Successfully designed and implemented an efficient cashflow service

within the largest independent accountancy firm in Cambridge, subsequently leading the cashflow sales team. n Experienced client manager, accustomed to handling a large and varied client base, including start-ups, charities, international and medium size companies. n Delivered consistent high levels of customer satisfaction across audit, annual accounts, taxation, and other services. n Awarded the MBA better world scholarship from the University of Exeter.

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Yernar Kabdullin | Kazakh www.linkedin.com/in/yernar-kabdullin Why an MBA? I am passionate about elevating my professional capabilities and seizing the transformative opportunities the MBA provides. In the face of a rapidly changing market landscape, it is crucial to cultivate robust leadership and innovative entrepreneurship skills that are critical for driving growth and achieving sustainable success in the global business arena.

Email address yk379@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Kazakh (Bilingual) • Russian (Bilingual) • English (Advanced)

Career History n Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Solution, Global Travel Company, (8 months) n Chief Executive Officer, Charity Foundations, Kazakhstan, (9 months) n Chief Administrative Officer, Dostyk Plaza, Kazakhstan (1 year) n PA, Owner of TS Development (Forbes TOP 50 Kazakhstan), (3 years) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BA of Accounting/Economics Kimep University/Turan-Astana University, Kazakhstan College degree of Management and Economics Satbayev University, Kazakhstan Achievements n Recipient of The Exeter MBA Inclusive and Sustainable Employment

Scholarship. n Winner of Innovation startup project, Tech Garden 2015, Kazakhstan n Winner of the “Business Factory”, Kazakhstan. n Launched luxury travel advisory business, generating a turnover of

€500,000 within the first two quarters. n Proven ability in capitalising on market opportunities and driving robust

revenue growth in a challenging industry.

Nainy Katyal | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/nainy-katyal Why an MBA? Given my diverse background spanning corporate, start-up and development sector, my MBA journey is a commitment to cultivate advanced leadership acumen. Additionally, I aim to hone specialised marketing skills, fostering agility in a dynamic IT-business landscape.

Email address nk483@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Senior Staff Consultant, Global Marketing, Nagarro, Gurugram, India (2 years, 9 months) n Assistant Manager, Plaksha University, Gurugram, India (erstwhile Reimagining Higher Education Foundation) (2 years, 9 months) n Fellow, Teach for India, Delhi (2 years) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Young India Fellow, PG Diploma, Liberal Studies Ashoka University, Sonepat, India B.Sc. (hons) Statistics Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi, India Achievements n Nagarro: Orchestrated global internal communications and marketing

initiatives for 20,000+ Nagarro employees across 15+ business units, leading impactful marketing campaigns. n Plaksha University: As a Founding Team Member, I established the institution from ground up, overseeing outreach and marketing across 200+ schools, 30+ cities, and 3 countries. Spearheaded the flagship summer program, managing a $100K budget, resulting in a 2x revenue increase YOY. n Teach for India Fellow: Full time fellow responsible for mentoring 75 high school students in a low-income government school, achieving a remarkable 2.5x growth in literacy levels through innovative methodologies and leading external impact programs.

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Vinay Kaushik | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/vinaykaushikk Why an MBA? With technical expertise in renewable energy and experience in project management, I am pursuing an MBA to combine my skills in sustainability and leadership, gain global perspectives, and fulfil my long-term aspiration of spearheading impactful initiatives to address worldwide challenges.

Email address vk320@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Sr. Program Manager, Operations Management, Avanti Fellows (NPO), India (1 year) n Project Manager, PalCare Foundation, India (1 year, 8 months) n Project Lead, Tata Trusts, India (2 years) n Research Scientist, IIT Madras, India (1 year, 8 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK ME, Chemical Engineering BITS Pilani, India Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Achievements n Experienced PM leading Ed-Tech project ($70 million) across five states

and 2,500+ beneficiaries. n Prime Minister fellowship holder – Awarded for successfully running

India’s Nutrition Mission (SDG-2,3,4 &17), providing project leadership and strategic guidance to government. n Published paper at Royal Society of London on IH2 technology adopted by Shell India to convert Biomass into Biofuel (SDG-7&13). n Earned a commendation for leading a 34-strong team delivering impactful work on the ground. n Provided volunteer service to an Orphanage, achieving a 67% success rate.

Sunny Kesarkar | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/sunnykesarkar Why an MBA? I wish to bolster my expertise in finance and leadership. This journey is a personal commitment to drive innovation in Sustainable Finance, lead sustainability initiatives in the banking and finance sector, and make a meaningful impact in related industries. I aspire to be at the forefront of instigating sustainable and circular transformations in business models, contributing to a brighter and more sustainable future on a global scale.

Email address sk903@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native) • Marathi (Native) • Gujarati (Fluent)

Career History n Credit Controller, HSBC, India (1 year,7 months) n Mortgage Coordinator, HSBC, India (4 years) n Training Manager, Kotak Mahindra Bank, India (7 months) n Asset Desk Officer, Axis Bank, India (1 year, 2 months) n Mortgage Associate, HSBC, India (1 year, 10 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK MBA Finance, PTVAIM University of Mumbai, India Achievements n Top Performer 2019 & 2021, at HSBC for outstanding performance

within the organisation. n Won the DYNAMO Award at HSBC for showcasing exceptional

contribution. n Increased Mortgage Loans at HSBC through implementing process

improvements that led to a 50% rise in loan approvals within 12 months. n Earned global acclaim and recognition within HSBC for delivering both

impact and efficiency across critical management tasks, process improvement, increased team collaboration.

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Khan Mohd Urooj | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/khanmurooj Why an MBA? My MBA will help me to seamlessly transition from the military domain into the corporate arena. I aim to transform my learnings from the military such as robust leadership, decision-making, and crisis management skills into the corporate world with a global perspective in mind.

Email address kmu202@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Urdu (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Squadron Leader, Indian Air Force, India (10 years) n Technical Application Engineer, Hilti India Pvt Ltd, India (11 months) n Senior Executive – Sales, Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co Ltd, India (2 years) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK M. Tech Aeronautical Engineering Visvesvaraya Technical University, India B. Tech Mechanical Engineering Uttar Pradesh Technical University, India Achievements n Lean Operations Success: Achieved a 100% completion rate for

time-bound tasks, such as servicing of missiles, rockets, and other high-value assets, during challenging lean manpower periods due to COVID-19 restrictions. n Leadership and Guidance: Led, supervised, and mentored officers, and senior technicians, to conduct effective inspections and repairs of aircraft engines and snags. n Operational Excellence: Successfully executed a total of 76 explosive demolition tasks by building resilient teams performing under extremely high-pressure situations.

Vartika Kulshrestha | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/vartikakulshrestha Why an MBA? I envision my future in management consulting, where I can apply cross-disciplinary insights to solve complex business challenges and guide organisations toward sustainable growth, excellence, innovation, and efficiency.

Email address vk322@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Supply Chain & Operations Management Advisor, Necqua Food & Beverages Pvt.Ltd, India (4 years,10 months) n Assistant Professor, Alliance University, Bangalore, India (1 year, 9 months) n Assistant Professor, DIT University, Dehradun, India (6 months) n Assistant Professor (prev. Research Assoc), Banasthali University, Rajasthan, India (9 years, 2 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK PhD – Security in Cloud Computing: Issues, Challenges & Solutions Banasthali University, India Diploma – Cyber Law Asian School of Cyber Law & Govt. Law College, India MSc Wireless Sensors & Embedded System University of Bradford, UK BE Electronics & Communication Engineering Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, India Achievements n Led the prestigious TEDx and Asia Pacific Writers & Translators events at

Alliance University in India, promoting global cultural and intellectual exchange. n Chaired a Rural Digital Literacy Program, in India, enhancing women’s empowerment and societal development through digital education. n Implemented a new inventory management system that reduced waste by 20% in six months. n Acquired a diverse range of intellectual property across multiple countries.

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Srujan Kumar Manchi Saraff | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/srujan-kumar-skms Why an MBA? I am looking forward to integrating my MBA learning with my experience in the OEM industry. I intend to contribute to businesses seeking positive impact and long-term sustainability, adding new skills to enrich my engineering experience in global conglomerates.

Email address sm1403@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Proficient) • Hindi (Native) • Telugu (Native) • German (Beginner)

Career History n Senior Engineer, Product Application Engineering, Eaton Corporation, India / USA (8 years, 1 month) n Engineer/Technologist, Requisition Engineering, General Electric (GE), India (2 years, 9 months) n Graduate Engineer Trainee, Asia Motor Works Private Limited (AMW), India (1 year) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Master of Technology, Design Engineering The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, India Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad, India Achievements n Spearheaded several Continuous Improvement Initiatives at Eaton,

earning recognition for one project as the top-performing initiative with a saving of $250K/year in the divisional CI Competition. n Successfully reduced cycle times through the implementation of Lean principles and Value Stream Mapping in requisition engineering processes at GE. n Awarded a silver rating for a Cost Saving project with AMW at the 25th National Convention for Quality Concepts.

Jan Michiels | Belgian www.linkedin.com/in/jan-michiels Why an MBA? Through the Exeter MBA I aim to become a responsible leader developing solutions to global problems in sustainability, the circular economy, and in social change.

Email address jrlm201@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Native) • Italian (Fluent) • Dutch (Fluent) • French (Fluent) • Spanish (Intermediate) • Arabic (Basic)

Career History n Various roles, United Nations World Food Programme (12 years, 8 months): - Food Security Advisor for Eastern Europe and the Middle East, Cairo - Head of the Food Security Analysis Unit, Damascus - Regional Market Analyst for Southern Africa, Johannesburg - Monitoring and Reporting Specialist, Juba - Evaluation Analyst, Rome n United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation, Rome (3 years, 6 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK International Cooperation and North-South Relations Belgium’s Development Agency, Belgium Master’s Development Economics University of East Anglia, UK Joint BA (Hons) Economics & Geography with one-year European Study (Université Pierre-Mendès-France) University of Exeter, UK Achievements n Successfully led a 24-person unit that designed, rolled-out and managed

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a door-to-door vulnerability needs review exercise of 1.2 million households (approximately 7.5 million people) across Syria. Led 20+ food security assessments and released over 150 reports in the space of 5 years in Syria. Led 8 country market assessments across Southern Africa. Trained over 1,000 people on food security data collection methods and approaches over a 10-year time span. Acted as Regional Food Security Advisor for 15 countries in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

My MBA consultancy project with PA Consulting afforded me the opportunity to get first-hand international experience within a management consulting firm. I engaged with various stakeholders and applied the knowledge and skills The Exeter MBA taught me. The best part of the consulting experience was the opportunity to build long-lasting relationships with individuals across various departments within PA Consulting.” Komal Bhalla MBA, 2021 Senior Consultant, Digital Advisory at Avanade

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Kaustuv Nag | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/thekaustuv Why an MBA? I wish to pivot my career towards businesses that are impacting sustainable goals. To understand, lead and consult businesses on sustainable goals, profitability and solving major management problems.

Email address kn392@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Fluent) • Bengali (Native) • German (Beginner)

Career History n Business Development Manager - Think and Learn Pvt Ltd (Byju’s) (3 years, 1 month) n Advertising Copywriter - Opus CDM (2 years, 1 month) n Fund Raising and Communications Officer - The Banyan; Iswar Sankalpa (1 years, 10 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Media Studies Symbiosis International University, Pune, India. Achievements n Successfully lead a sales team to grow a new vertical with a 400% rise in

revenue, handling a turnover of 5 million pounds/year. n Most consistent team manager with lowest attrition: fastest grown sales

associate; most revenue contributed; Contributed highest daily revenue per sales associate as a manager; 4 vertical promotions within 3 years. n Successfully handled the P&L of a project as well as managed resource mobilisation of over 100-150 associates. n Raised over half a million pounds of CSR funds for multiple not for profit organisation using multi-faceted platforms.

Nilanjan Roy Choudhury | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/nilanjan-roy-choudhury Why an MBA? Leveraging my industry and consulting experience with the pedagogy of the MBA, I aim to hone my business acumen and become a responsible leader in every sense. I am looking forward to continuing my professional journey in the UK and Europe by strategically applying my new learnings of business & circular economy to deliver ‘net-positive’ impact.

Email address nr432@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Bengali (Native) • Hindi (Fluent) • Marathi (Fluent) • German (Basic)

Career History n Various roles, Mott MacDonald, India (9 years): Project Manager, Project Engineer, Business Development Executive, Engineer (prev. Graduate Engineer) Instrumentation n Industrial Internship - General Electric, India (3 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK B. Tech Electronics and Telecommunications MPSTME, NMIMS University, India Achievements n Progressive early career, becoming one of the youngest Project

Managers at Mott MacDonald. n Successfully managed, as PM and Project Engineer, several projects to

the tune of £30 - 50m for global MNCs in the field of Engineering, Procurement & Construction management (EPCM). n Led the India and South-East Asia Early Careers Professionals (ECP) team of over 200 individuals. n Authored a paper with a senior Mott MacDonald colleague, titled ‘A sustainable viewpoint’ in engineering consultancy projects. n Played football professionally in Tier 3 (MDFA) Maharashtra, India.

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Sumit Saha | Bangladeshi www.linkedin.com/in/sahasumit12 Why an MBA? Pursuing my brand of value by bringing cohesion in a world filled with contrasting ideas and establishing lenses of sustainability and responsible leadership in business. Looking to pivot to a strategy and consulting role focusing on finding sustainable business models bringing positive social impacts.

Email address ss1617@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Bengali (Native) • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Fluent)

Career History n Lead, Organisational Development, HR Systems, Boost Holdings, Kuala Lumpur, (3 years) n Manager, HR Projects, Rewards & Benefits, HR Analytics, Axiata Digital Services, Kuala Lumpur (2 years) n Business Partner (Finance & Strategy), Manager (Digital Engagement), Robi Axiata Ltd. Dhaka (3 years, 7 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK BBA Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka, Bangladesh Achievements n Spearheaded redesign of Rewards and Benefits, pioneered HR analytics

at Axiata Digital. Orchestrated organisational synergy for six companies, building Malaysia’s first digital bank at BHSB. n Crafted HR transformation strategy for Robi and Axiata Digital, driving actionable culture change. Co-led HR Shared Services at Axiata Digital, establishing a model across 7 companies in 11 markets. n Led business modelling, financial planning, and execution for 8 digital product rollouts, launching in 4 markets within 2 years. Achieved $5m in additional revenues through strategic implementation.

Amruth R Savadatti | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/amruth-savadatti Why an MBA? Pursuing an MBA is a unique opportunity for me to combine my varied startup experience with academic knowledge. The Exeter MBA is equipping me with the skills to become an ethical, impactful, and better leader, enabling me to ascend the corporate ladder and assume senior management roles.

Email address as1905@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Kannada (Native) • Hindi (Fluent)

Career History n Customer Success Manager, zenda, India (1 year 7 months) n Customer Success Manager, Kenyt.AI, India (6 months) n Assistant Manager, Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd., India (3 years 2 months) n Student Volunteer, Deshpande Foundation, India (3 years 3 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Chemical Engineering Visvesvaraya Technological University, India Achievements n Developed and implemented a customer success process from the

ground up. n Oversaw 100+ business clients, driving initiatives that generated a

substantial $10m revenue. n Implemented retention strategies that reduced churn by 40% across an

800+ customer base. n Executed over 1,000 product demonstrations with precision, showcasing

deep product knowledge and contributing to increased sales and market penetration. n Led diverse social impact projects, positively impacting the lives of over 300 individuals.

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Kevin Smallacombe | British / American www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-smallacombe Why an MBA? I am pursuing this MBA to deepen my knowledge of business strategy so that I can gain a corporate social responsibility role to develop leaders and help facilitate positive local social impact.

Email address ks998@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Native)

Career History n Director of Discipleship Resource Development, Evangelical Covenant Church, Chicago, IL (6 months) n Associate Pastor, South Park Church, Park Ridge, IL (8 years, 9 months) n Learning Ambassador, Amazon, Chicago, IL (2 years) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Master of Divinity Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, IL, USA BA Pastoral Studies Moody Bible Institute, IL, USA Achievements n Equipped and led over 100 volunteer leaders in various teams, such as

small group leaders, hospitality team, coaches, and teachers, through mentoring and training. n Increased the sense of community belonging through beginning new and strategically revitalising church programs for different ages and groups. n Partnered with city officials and local pastors to form and lead a community care team during Covid-19 responsible for meeting the immediate needs of high-risk people in Park Ridge, a city of 40,000.

Rubala Thangaraj | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/rubalathangaraj Why an MBA? Driven by the motivation of working towards climate change. With the Exeter MBA, I aspire to work as sustainability consultant and help businesses run in a very sustainable way, benefitting people, planet, and the society. My mission is to drive sustainable solutions that bring bigger benefits both to businesses and the world.

Email address rt593@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Tamil (Native) • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Working)

Career History n Technology Specialist – Telecom Order Management & Catalogue, Mobily Infotech, India (4 years, 5 months) n Solution Integrator – Telecom Order Management & Catalogue, Ericsson India Global Services Pvt. Ltd., India (4 years, 1 month) n Software Engineer – Telecom Products, Verizon India Pvt. Ltd., India (2 years, 5 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Executive diploma APHRM (Advanced Programme in Human Resource Management) Indian Institute of Management Lucknow BE Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering Karpagam College of Engineering, Anna University, India Achievements n Awarded the ‘’Extra Mile’’ a special reward nominated by the CEO, for

facilitating vendor team on successful complex transformation projects, n Performed the migration of 400+ telecom data, voice, and SMS

products, in a complex long running project that involved 10 major systems, which helped enhance 345K postpaid customers’ experience and reduce customer complaints on data usage by 26%. n Awarded ‘Employee of the month’ for the initiative and efforts to take over projects that were outsourced to the vendor, leading to ownership of projects which helped Mobily save on its vendor revenues.

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Wanida Tirasarnvong | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/wtirasarnvong Why an MBA? I am in a career-transformative journey to grow my leadership skills in prepa-ration for holding more senior roles that entail finance and business management.

Email address wt318@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Thai (Native) • English (Working) • Mandarin Chinese (Fluent)

Career History n Assistant Marketing Director, Southland Resources Co., Ltd., Thailand (5 years, 10 months) n Administration Manager, Unimac Rubber Co., Ltd., Thailand (1 year, 6 months) n Various roles, Southland Resources Co., Ltd., Thailand (2 years, 1 month) n Marketing Officer, Financial Officer, Shipping Officer Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Arts in Chinese, Dual Degree Prince of Songkla University, Thailand and Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China Achievements n Led post-merger integration (PMI) of operations and administration

processes. n Implemented Southland’s financial processes at Unimac’s Finance and

Purchasing Departments to better regulate cash flows and systemise the disbursement of cash. n Led logistics PMI strategy and process implementation by coordinating with Logistics Department; improved inventory management by developing model to evaluate inventory balances and shipments.

Anshul Tuteja | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/anshul-tuteja-43b410230 Why an MBA? I am pursuing the Exeter MBA to acquire cutting edge knowledge in leadership and strategy to pivot into a sustainability consultancy role. With a solid foun-dation in banking operations, marketing, and successful government scheme implementations, I aspire to be at the forefront of sustainable business prac-tices, ensuring a positive environmental and social impact.

Email address at932@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Various roles, Indian Overseas Bank, India (8 years, 8 months) n Probationary Officer, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Management certificate, Marketing & Human Resource FMS (MRI University), India Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology Kurukshetra University, India Achievements n Spearheaded new strategic banking initiatives that led to a 63%

elevation in customer satisfaction whilst also facilitating greater financial inclusion: 70% new customers and a 53% boost in business volume across all branches. n Played a pivotal role in achieving a notable reduction in turnaround time for customer transactions and successful implementation of customercentric programs, enhancing bank’s reputation for operational excellence. n Building innovative marketing campaigns that utilised digital channels, contributing to almost a 70% increase in online customer engagement and transactions, and 1.5 times spike in the bank’s market/stock share over the past decade.

Sirakan Umporntheep | Thai www.linkedin.com/in/sirakan-umporntheep Why an MBA? My goal is to become a brand manager in the pharmaceutical sector, boosting profitability through innovative strategies, elevating healthcare product qual-ity and positively impacting patient well-being. I am also exploring entrepre-neurship ventures that champion sustainability driven by my unwavering commitment to make a meaningful difference.

Email address su253@exeter.ac.uk

Career History n Medical sales representative, AstraZeneca, Thailand (2 years, 2 months) n Medical sales representative, Boehringer Ingelheim, Thailand (4 years, 1 month)

Languages • Thai (Native) • English (Intermediate)

Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Doctor of Pharmacy – PharmD, Pharmaceutical Sciences Chulalongkorn University, Thailand Achievements n Striving for the pinnacle as the leading market shareholder for SGLT2i

drugs in the designated area by May 2022 and transforming customer connections into genuine friendships. n Achieving sales growth exceeding 100% in the novel oral anticoagulant market territory. n Pioneering ‘Nakaris,’ an online women’s clothing venture on Facebook, and used to sell in multi-brand store at SOS Sense of Style in Thailand. This venture honed entrepreneurial skills, business planning, marketing, and negotiation expertise with suppliers, retailers, and customers.

Prashant Kumar Verma | Indian www.linkedin.com/in/prashant19verma Why an MBA? I am seeking a dynamic role in supply chain management and wish to best utilise this sustainability MBA to support my mission to find and integrate new sustainable practices in this sector. The MBA is enhancing my leadership ca-pability, cultural collaboration, and strategic skills in preparation for signifi-cant career growth following graduation.

Email address pv275@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Fluent) • Hindi (Native)

Career History n Associate Manager: Procurement, Jayaswal Neco Industries, Ltd, India (4 years & 7 months) n Manager Procurement & Operation, Santoshi Industries Ltd, India (1 year & 8 months) n Senior Officer Operations, RDC Concrete India Ltd, India (7 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK B. Tech Mechanical CSVTU University, India Achievements n Managed annual procurement totaling approximately 1.2 billion GBP for

a steel plant; yielded cost savings of 6-8% through implementing centralisation, outsourcing investigations, and eliminating maverick buying. n Cultivated strong relationships with local vendors, realising a 30% reduction in waiting time and a 40% decrease in expenses for imported materials, whilst maintaining unwavering quality standards. n Organised and led over 150 skills development training camps in rural areas, collaborating with SPARSH NGO, Khadi India, and local authorities to ensure seamless execution. Supported women’s groups to transition into entrepreneurship by helping secure loans, foster connections, and expand market presence through exhibitions.

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Andrea Danae Villanueva | Filipino www.linkedin.com/in/ahvillanueva Why an MBA? Pursuing an MBA is empowering me to recognise a holistic business perspective, traversing social and environmental sustainability. This investment will help me to integrate responsible leadership, community impact, and environmental stewardship into my strategic decision-making, ensuring a business approach that prioritises both profit and the well-being of our planet and society.

Email address av457@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Tagalog (Native) • English (Fluent)

Career History n Metro Manila, Philippines, (5 years, 3 months) n Project Development Officer III, Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) - Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). n Project Development Officer III, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Specialised Programs – DSWD. n Project Development Officer I, Forest Management Bureau Department of Environment and Natural Resources n Accounts Management Assistant, Land Bank of the Philippines, Project Manager, JSA Inc. Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK College of Forestry and Natural Resources, Bachelor of Forestry University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines Achievements n Co-founded “The Love Fund”, a non-profit charity organisation that

implemented 10 projects within 4 years to improve the socio-economic conditions of the indigenous peoples in the Philippines, through provision of relief goods and capacity-building sessions, facilitation of medical missions, and establishing of community infrastructures. n Implemented the “Padayon, SLP Graduation Approach Pilot Project”; one of a portfolio of Expanded Social Assistance Projects, through the provision of a comprehensive set of social and economic interventions to maintain thriving livelihoods and increase household welfare, the project resulted in an 83.37% increase in Padayon SLP households meeting 7 of the 11 Graduation criteria.

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Valentyn Vorobiov | Ukrainian www.linkedin.com/in/valentinevorobyov Why an MBA? Supplement practical long-term experience with theoretical knowledge and improve work skills, structure practice through theory.

Email address vv271@exeter.ac.uk Languages • Ukrainian (Native) • English (Fluent) • Russian (Fluent)

Career History n Management Consultant, Centida Gmbh , UK (2 years, 1 month) n CFO, Toys Home, Ukraine (TOP1 UA Retailer Company) (2 years, 2 months) n CFO, Nova Poshta, Ukraine (TOP1 UA Logistic Company) (2 years, 1 month) n Financial teacher for Adults, United Kingdom, Laba Inc. (3 years, 4 months) n Vodafone, Financial Analyst, Ukraine (2 years, 2 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Bachelor of Economy Ukrainian National Academy of Tax Service Achievements n Implemented and automated ABC Costing at Vodafone Ukraine. n Transitioned a company with a staff of over 25,000 to a new IT system

and rewrote all financial and end-to-end business processes. n Developed and implemented financial management procedures at the

largest Ukrainian retailer.

Samuel Woldu-Desta | British www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-woldu-desta Why an MBA? I chose the Exeter MBA because I wanted to make a conscious decision to be-come a great responsible leader. I believe the skills I will learn will enable me to ensure the human element remains in the rapidly developing world of Data and AI.

Email address sw1072@exeter.ac.uk Languages • English (Native) • Tigrinya (Intermediate)

Career History n Group Manager, Data and AI Consultant, Avanade (4 years, 8 months) n Reporting Engineer, Moss Bros Group (10 months) n Numerous data-related roles, London Fire Brigade (6 years, 4 months) Education Highlights The Exeter MBA University of Exeter Business School, UK Numerous Microsoft Data & AI related certifications Achievements n Led multiple end-to-end large-scale Data & AI consultancy projects for

numerous global enterprise organisations with thousands of users. n Developed & implemented Data & AI intellectual property that has been

implemented at numerous organisations, resulting in increased revenue & sales. n Trained and mentored multiple team members to ensure a consistent level of competency, all while improving our capability to deliver to customers. n MBA 2023/24 Cohort Report. Acting as a liaison between the MBA Administration team and the MBA cohort.

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As a local government representative working in economic development, it’s very important to engage with the world-class talent that The Exeter MBA attracts, and support them with opportunities to engage with regional businesses and initiatives to help deliver local impact and stronger communities. Geri Panteva Senior Economic Development Officer, East Devon District Council

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