WWC Archives

Find out more information from online masterclasses and further insights into the services available to you at Westminster. These sessions advise you on the top tips for building your CV and online presence, alongside benefits of Westminster opportunities and can help you on how to write the best application possible.

Future Ready Mentoring at Westminster 

Learn how to access Westminster’s diverse and global community of mentors, through Career Mentoring (long-term), the Ask-A-Mentor service (short-term), and Group Mentoring opportunities. Joined by the University’s Mentoring team, explore the key benefits of having a mentor relationship and their top tips for your application.  

*Recorded in September 2021.

Masterclass on LinkedIn with Santander 

Join this masterclass by Santander Universities to receive valuable insights on building your professional image online, with top tips for optimising your digital profile for recruiters. This session is perfect for anyone considering what to present online, how to use LinkedIn's algorithm in your favour, alongside how to build a supportive community that is invested in you. If all that isn’t enough to persuade you, this session also includes a kitten. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Interview and employment tips with Professor Malcolm Kirkup 

Hear from Professor Malcolm Kirkup, Head of Westminster Business School, and gain his advice on what to do while at Westminster to build the qualities and values that an employer looks for, alongside key advice on how best to best present yourself at an interview.  

*Recorded in April 2021.  

Edmilson Angelo, Director, Change 1's Life, (Politics and International Relations BA, 2016) 

Join Edmilson and learn about his sensational professional journey, starting a now international charity, Change 1's Life, while studying at the University of Westminster and how it showed him new perspectives on the world that lifted his academic studies to a whole new dimension! Become inspired by his clear purpose and driving mission and understand how to open the doors for not only ourselves, but for the community around you. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Elizabeth Ogabi, Entrepreneur, Author and Podcaster, (Law LLB, 2009) 

Elizabeth will guide you to consider how you build your connections, make progress on your goals, and bring change that really makes an impact. Share Elizabeth’s passion for mentoring and taking on all the opportunities that come your way, gained from a career ranging from working in charity to going solo and publishing her own book. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Miriam Hanna, Director, MadlinHanna Consulting, (Human and Medical Science BSc, 2012) 

Take part in this session for a sizzling hour, filled with inspiration, motivation and energy! Learn about how to make people buy into YOU and want to work with YOU, alongside the importance of setting yourself values and never stopping learning. If you’re feeling stressed about not having it all figured out, listen to Miriam’s advice on guiding your journey and beating out the competition! 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Mo Abudu, Entrepreneur, Founder of EbonyLife TV, (Manpower Studies MA, 1993) 

Hear the advice that has helped Mo to become the person she is today and achieve her success as an entrepreneur and leader. She highlighted the cornerstones of her thinking and planning that have guided her through changing her career at age 40 and establishing her own media company, founded to create content representative of a progressive and burgeoning Africa. 

*Recorded in September 2020. 

Permjot Valia, Co-founder and Finance Director, Flight and Partners 

Follow Permjot’s journey, from arranged marriage, to selling Mr Kipling cakes out of a van, to becoming an entrepreneur and investor, travelling across the world to conduct training and consultancy. This session will give you an energy boost and guide you on reinventing yourself, taking risks, putting your brand out there unapologetically, and the best way to tie shoelaces! 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Sophie Metcalfe, Creative Director of The Soapy Group Marketing Consultancy and Fempowered Collective, (Journalism BA, 2009) 

Hear Sophie’s career journey and learn how she overcame challenges to build her own business in York. This session is incredibly relatable for anyone who is not yet sure about their career path, feels pressure to succeed, and needs confidence to change the direction they’re going in.  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Angela Jimu, Co-Founder, Zimbabwe Association of Female Photographers (ZAFP) and RevMedia, (Media Management MA, 2016) 

Take in Angela’s experiences of following her passion and co-founding RevMedia and the Zimbabwe Association of Female Photographers. In her session, Angela will offer you motivation and encouragement on how to achieve your dream, no matter how long your journey is. You can also hear about the incredible impact of her work, her volunteering, and her focus on diversity and inclusion on both the local and global community. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Chris Patterson, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Geller & Co, (Marketing MA, 2000) and (Social Sciences - Economics BA, 1994) 

Join this two-hour session packed with Chris’ thought-provoking advice, recommendations, and inspiration and understand his journey from Belfast, Northern Ireland to becoming a senior professional in New York. Learn how to find the ‘kernel’ of your next passion in what you're doing now to help guide your career path and give you focus to achieve your goals. Hear his unique advice on applications and interviews, ranging from sniffing sun cream to calm you down to analysing the politics of senior management to assess what matters to each stakeholder. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Lola Xia, Production and Development Senior Manager, 60% Productions, (Film and Television: Theory, Culture and Industry MA, 2015) 

Share in Lola’s passion for storytelling and displaying a genuine human connection, alongside hearing her advice for overcoming perfectionism and the endurance that has sustained her career in media in China. By joining this session, you can understand the true meaning of teamwork and learn how to grow, collaborate, and create. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Rehan Khan, Principal Consultant at BT, Novelist and Columnist, (Applied Social and Market Research MA, 1994) 

Calling from Dubai, Rehan will share advice with you for making good habits before your first graduate job such as staying focused, removing digital distractions, prioritising properly, and building in time for thinking. Learn the advantages of working overseas by hearing how Rehan’s career with BT has taken him through 15 countries, and how your passions and your hobbies can help you look at the world differently.  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

A panel with colleagues from Tigerspike 

This panel consists of: 

• Natasha D'Souza - Operations Manager, London 
• Bogdan Anton - Associate Software Engineer, London 
• Pati Brozowska - Business Support Manager, Wroclaw (Poland) 
• Dawid Bastek - Software Quality Engineer, Wroclaw (Poland) 

Join a panel of colleagues from Tigerspike, a software company with offices around the world, to hear about their approach of hiring "skill and will" and their insights into the benefits of a diverse work culture and working remotely. This session will give you an understanding of what you need in order to apply for their company and advice on navigating your career pathway if you’re unsure about where you’re going. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

WWC Professional, Career Insights: India 

The event welcomed a panel of four speakers, including: 

• Communications graduate and Director of Public Policy at Twitter, Mahima Kaul 
• Marketing Communications MA graduate and Co-Founder and Director at Nectwork, Jigar Mehta 
• Media Studies, Film and TV Production graduate and CEO at Quidich Innovation Labs, Rahat Kulshreshtha 
• Computing graduate and Solutions Architect at Accenture, Rajat Singh, shared their invaluable experience with our students and recent graduates from India. 

Learn tips from the speakers about navigating the local economy and each individual industry, the importance of leveraging networks, and utilising both those made as a student as well as connecting with the Westminster alumni community in India. Hear about how to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit whilst being a student and to not be afraid of showcasing achievements when job searching in India. 

*Recorded in November 2020. 

WWC Professional Career Insights: Sri Lanka 

The event welcomed a panel of three speakers, including: 

• Information Systems BSc IIT graduate and Senior Account Manager at Yenlo Eshara Fonseka  
• Software Engineering BEng IIT graduate and Senior eCommerce Consultant at Sana Commerce Eshanka Kodituwakku 
• International Business BA graduate from the University of Westminster and Senior Associate at Stax Inc Siraj Mashood 

Join this session and share in an array of practical advice and insights on how to confidently navigate the Sri Lankan labour market with a university degree. Highlights included some of the ways in which holding a degree from the University of Westminster and IIT has set them apart from other graduates, how to put the best foot forward in the new world of home working and the importance of building a strong online presence and personal brand in today’s virtual world. 

*Recorded in February 2021. 

WWC Professional, Career Insights: Africa 

The event welcomed a panel of four speakers, including: 

• International Business and Management MA/MSc graduate and Senior Marketing and Communications professional at PwC, Lynda Ori, from Nigeria 
• Media and Development MA graduate and Show Host at The Pulse, JoyNews, Gifty Andoh Appiah, from Ghana 
• MBA graduate and North Africa Finance Director at Pfizer, Karim Bousalem, from Morocco 
• Construction Project Management MSc graduate and Founder of CPD ltd., Anil Singh Rana FRICS, from Mauritius 

Find out the speaker’s tips on how African students can make the most out of their time spent studying at Westminster, the importance of gaining a global outlook while in London, and how to leverage the competitive edge acquired with an international degree when navigating the labour markets of African countries. 

*Recorded in March 2021. 

WWC Professional, Career Insights: Latin America 

The event presented a panel of four speakers, including: 

• Media Management MA graduate and Screenwriter at Rede Globo Brazil, André Modenesi, from Brazil 
• Events and Conference Management MA graduate and Marketing and Communications Associate Manager at Accenture, Bárbara Loedel Rois, from Colombia 
• International Human Resource Management MA graduate and Climate Change Coordinator at WWF, Fabiola Olivares, from Mexico 
• Corporate Finance Law LLM graduate and Senior Partner at BARREIRO, OLIVA, DE LUCA, JACA & NICASTRO, Gonzalo Oliva Beltrán from Argentina 

Hear from the panel about the importance of bilingualism and cultural sensitivity when working for multinational companies in Latin America. The speakers will give you their advice for students regarding taking every opportunity to network whilst at University to demonstrate to potential employers a willingness to learn, be flexible, and be adaptable. 

*Recorded in March 2021. 

Chris Patterson, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Geller & Co, (Marketing MA, 2000) and (Social Sciences - Economics BA, 1994) 

Join this two-hour session packed with Chris’ thought-provoking advice, recommendations, and inspiration and understand his journey from Belfast, Northern Ireland to becoming a senior professional in New York. Learn how to find the ‘kernel’ of your next passion in what you're doing now to help guide your career path and give you focus to achieve your goals. Hear his unique advice on applications and interviews, ranging from sniffing sun cream to calm you down to analysing the politics of senior management to assess what matters to each stakeholder. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

A panel with Dan Figueiredo, Senior Partner CTO, Microsoft, (Cognitive Science BSc, 2002) and Microsoft colleagues 

Discover the lessons Dan learnt from taking on new roles within the technology sector and its constantly changing and evolving field of work. Learn how to use your degree and your skills across a wide variety of roles and sectors, stay open minded, and find your ideal career path through the concept of ikigai. Dan introduced a range of colleagues who spoke to their experiences at Microsoft and our students learnt about Microsoft’s company culture and values, building confidence, presentation skills, and a great LinkedIn profile. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Javier Calvar, Senior Director, Ipsos Mori, (Applied Social Research Masters, 1995) 

Meet Javier and hear his encouragement to show empathy and integrity to others and his vital lessons to help guide your journey. Learn how to shape your future, even if you don’t know where you want to go, take risks, and make opportunities, and leave a good impression on every person you work with. Javier has many important messages for you and will inspire you to be proud of yourself, be proud of where you come from, and to find out where you’re going. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Trevor Gomes, Digital Analytics Professional- Consumer Marketing (E-Commerce), BT, (Business Management BA, 2018) 

Hear about Trevor’s determination and dedication to his Westminster academic career, his passion for his career at BT and the multitude of opportunities he has built to coach and mentor those around him, including the award-winning ELEVATE Youth Mentoring Programme and RISE Coaching and Mentoring. Discover Trevor’s top tips for building a routine that creates time to achieve, enhance your LinkedIn profile, and how to find and enhance your strengths.  

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Northern Powerhouse Panel with Nicola Triscott and Andrew Cooper (Liverpool and Leeds) 

The panel included: 

• Nicola Triscott, Director/CEO, Foundation for Art and Creative Technology, Liverpool, (Curatorial Studies PhD, 2017) 
• Andrew Cooper, Chief Executive of LeedsBID, (British Bids Academy 2014) 

Join this panel to explore the advantages of living and working in cities in the North of England, from Nicola Triscott, working in Liverpool, and Andrew Cooper in Leeds. Share the speakers’ passions for their cities, careers, following their dreams, and making change. Learn about the opportunities available to you and the growing industries in northern cities, alongside key insights on finding mentors, standing out from other applicants, and building your bravery. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Beyond London Panel with André Tieni Vidigal and Rajan Borkhataria (Edinburgh and Leicester/Reading) 

The panel included: 

• André Tieni Vidigal, IT Consultant/Business Analyst at IBM, Edinburgh (International Marketing BA, 2017)  
• Rajan Borkhataria, AMS Graduate - Full Stack Engineer at Atos, Leicester (Computer Science BSc, 2020) 

Hear from André and Rajan about the benefits of finding work outside London and how to make the best first impression when working remotely. Find out why getting a job outside of London will make you a more competitive candidate on your return, the importance of creating a good routine for remote working to maintain your mental health, and how to find a working environment that works for you. Discover the opportunities available to you across the UK alongside so much more!   

*Recorded in June 2021.

September 2020: Recent Graduate Panel 

The panel included:  

• Sam Badcock, Media Account Executive at Bilendi (Marketing Communications BA, 2020) WWC Washington DC - 2018 
• Victory Ayoka Fasaye, Owner at AVF Homes (Television Production BA, 2020) WWC Washington DC - 2018 
• Egle Lusciauskaite, Communications Manager, Brazzi Studios (Public Relations and Advertising BA, 2019) WWC Washington DC - 2018 

Hear the experience of transitioning from student to a new graduate in the remote working world.  

Join three Westminster alumni, all of whom participated in the 2018 WWC trip to Washington DC, and share their guidance on personal development, interview skills, and practical advice on how to increase your employability while studying at Westminster. 

*Recorded in September 2020. 

April 2021: Recent Graduate Panel 

The panel included: 

• Rajan Borkhataria, AMS Graduate - Full Stack Engineer at Atos (Computer Science BSc, 2020) WWC Dubai - 2019 
• Irina-Madalina Ghervase, European Content Manager at GTB (Public Relations and Advertising BA, 2019) WWC Hong Kong - April 2019 
• Jon Woodburn, Senior Caseworker at House of Commons (BA History and Politics, 2019) WWC Mumbai - January 2019 

Join three Westminster alumni, who have all participated in a WWC programme and have recently graduated. This panel will give you great advice on virtual interviews (including making sure to wear trousers), networking, and making the most of virtual experiences.  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

June 2021: Recent Graduate Panel 

The panel included: 

• Diogo Silva, Product Manager at Expedia Group, (Business Management with Finance BA, 2020) WWC Mumbai 2020 
• Malgorzata Bochno, Clinical Affairs Associate at CLINUVEL PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, (Human and Medical Science BSc, 2019) WWC Mumbai 2019 
• Alice Stella, Sales Coordinator at Artsy (International Business with Spanish, 2020) WWC Washington 2019 

Join three Westminster alumni, who have all participated in a WWC programme and have recently graduated, speaking about their experience of finding employment in the pandemic. Hear the panellists’ incredible honesty about their experiences of rejection and ghosting and learn how to build resilience and handle rejection, excel at organising your job applications, and use LinkedIn to find connections that can help you. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Rakesh Nair, Corporate Trainer and Senior Faculty, Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Institute, (International Business Economics MSc, 2004) 

Join Rakesh, calling in from Mumbai, to hear about his time at Westminster, the finance sector, and the change to remote working. Share his advice about how to maintain your mental health and stress levels by walking away from certain projects and taking a break by doing a hobby. As you’ll find out, for  Rakesh, it is cycling/catching flies in his mouth, but whatever it is for you, you’ll come away from this session with important tools for building a routine and a better outlook on life. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Rehan Khan, Principal Consultant at BT, Novelist and Columnist, (Applied Social & Market Research MA, 1994) 

Calling from Dubai, Rehan will share advice with you for making good habits before your first graduate job such as staying focused, removing digital distractions, prioritising properly, and building in time for thinking. Learn the advantages of working overseas by hearing how Rehan’s career with BT has taken him through 15 countries, and how your passions and your hobbies can help you look at the world differently.  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Carolina Angarita Barrientos, Discovery Inc. Colombia and author, (International Journalism MA, 1999) 

Join a session with Carolina as she shares her personal struggles throughout her journey so far and her advice for reshaping your attitude, loving all of yourself and how that translates to a successful career mindset. Carolina will encourage you to be yourself, break the chains that impose on you, empower yourself and others around you, and give time to yourself and your future.  

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Caron Bradshaw OBE, Chief Executive, Charity Finance Group, (Law LLB, 1993) 

Discover Caron’s passion for developing a company culture that is communicative and open, bringing "love into leadership", and taking care of yourself. Caron's insights will resonate deeply with anyone feeling lost and unsure where to go, with highlights including advice on listening to understand, learning how not to reply, practicing exercising your vulnerability like a muscle, and leaning into skills you can improve. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Emily Rosado, Professor, Montgomery College, Washington DC, (International Journalism MA, 1999) 

Explore Emily’s advice on celebrating your victories, taking opportunities, and affecting change. Gain insights on resilience and self-improvement, building authentic human connection, and fully understand the importance of taking care of yourself first in order to take care of others when setting boundaries. Join Emily and learn how to enjoy the journey of your life and try out new things! 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Javier Calvar, Senior Director, Ipsos Mori, (Market and Social Research MA, 1995) 

Meet Javier and hear his encouragement to show empathy and integrity to others and his vital lessons to help guide your journey. Learn how to shape your future, even if you don’t know where you want to go, take risks, and make opportunities, and leave a good impression on every person you work with. Javier has many important messages for you and will inspire you to be proud of yourself, be proud of where you come from, and to find out where you’re going. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Permjot Valia, Co-founder and Finance Director, Flight and Partners 

Follow Permjot’s journey, from arranged marriage, to selling Mr Kipling cakes out of a van, to becoming an entrepreneur and investor, travelling across the world to conduct training and consultancy. This session will give you an energy boost and guide you on reinventing yourself, taking risks, putting your brand out there unapologetically, and the best way to tie shoelaces! 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Sophie Metcalfe, Creative Director of The Soapy Group Marketing Consultancy and Fempowered Collective, (Journalism BA, 2009) 

Hear Sophie’s career journey and learn how she overcame challenges to build her own business in York. This session is incredibly relatable for anyone who is not yet sure about their career path, feels pressure to succeed, and needs confidence to change the direction they’re going in.  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Miriam Hanna, Director, MadlinHanna Consulting, (Human and Medical Science BSc, 2012) 

Take part in this session for a sizzling hour, filled with inspiration, motivation and energy! Learn about how to make people buy into you and want to work with you, alongside the importance of setting yourself values and never stopping learning. If you’re feeling stressed about not having it all figured out, listen to Miriam’s advice on guiding your journey and beating out the competition! 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Charlene Campbell, Architect + Director, Green Tea Architects, (BAH Architecture - Interior Design, 2007) 

Find out Charlene’s insights on the importance of building relationships, being persistent, and finding that human connection. Understand Charlene’s journey as she balances work with being a mother, focuses on the positives and ensures that she is always open and communicative with her team, alongside discovering the mission and community engagement that Green Tea Architects Design Studio is involved in. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Clara Varakachanapong-Jones, Sustainable Fashion Designer, (Fashion Design BA, 2007) 

Join Clara for inspiration on how to make the most of opportunities while setting your own boundaries. Hear her incredible journey of finding her true home, both culturally and in her work environment, and then how she's blending the two with a focus on diversity and sustainability in her business. Join this session to get advice on finding yourself, your passions, and your dream career.  

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Emily Rosado, Professor, Montgomery College, Washington DC, (International Journalism MA, 1999) 

Explore Emily’s advice on celebrating your victories, taking opportunities and affecting change. Gain insights on resilience and self-improvement, building authentic human connection, and fully understand the importance of taking care of yourself first in order to take care of others when setting boundaries. Join Emily and learn how to enjoy the journey of your life and try out new things! 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Kait Borsay, Broadcast Journalist and Presenter, (Multimedia Journalism – Broadcast MA, 2016)  

Explore Kait’s varied and interesting career, including working at an internet company in the height of the dot com boom, poaching staff from Pret to make coffee for her colleagues, before becoming a presenter at Times Radio and The Offside Rule. Learn the value of gaining an education, no matter what age you are, and hear Kait’s top tips on adaptability, communication, and maintaining confidence within a male-dominated industry.  

*Recorded in September 2020.   

Charlene Campbell, Architect + Director, Green Tea Architects, (BAH Architecture - Interior Design, 2007) 

Find out Charlene’s insights on the importance of building relationships, being persistent, and finding that human connection. Understand Charlene’s journey as she balances work with being a mother, focuses on the positives and ensures that she is always open and communicative with her team, alongside discovering the mission and community engagement that Green Tea Architects Design Studio is involved in. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Peter Garstecki, Associate | L&D Education Advisor | Architect at Foster + Partners, (Architecture MArch, 2014) and (Architecture BA, 2010) 

Explore Peter’s professional journey and learn how he looked carefully at his interests and skills, including design, diversity, and people, which led him into his journey of architecture and education. Understand how to find a career you enjoy with Peter’s insights on working globally, using creativity, being flexible, and learn that there’s no right or wrong answer for your career choices. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Caron Bradshaw OBE, Chief Executive, Charity Finance Group, (Law LLB, 1993) 

Discover Caron’s passion for developing a company culture that is communicative and open, bringing "love into leadership", and taking care of yourself. Caron's insights will resonate deeply with anyone feeling lost and unsure where to go, with highlights including advice on listening to understand, learning how not to reply, practicing exercising your vulnerability like a muscle, and leaning into skills you can improve. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Edmilson Angelo, Director, Change 1's Life, (Politics and International Relations BA, 2016) 

Join Edmilson and learn about his sensational professional journey, starting a now international charity, Change 1's Life, while studying at the University of Westminster and how it showed him new perspectives on the world that lifted his academic studies to a whole new dimension! Become inspired by his clear purpose and driving mission and understand how to open the doors for not only ourselves, but for the community around you. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Clara Varakachanapong-Jones, Sustainable Fashion Designer, (Fashion Design BA, 2007) 

Join Clara for inspiration on how to make the most of opportunities while setting your own boundaries. Hear her incredible journey of finding her true home, both culturally and in her work environment, and then how she's blending the two with a focus on diversity and sustainability in her business. Join this session to get advice on finding yourself, your passions, and your dream career.  

*Recorded in June 2021.

Lorenzo Evans, Director of Finance and COO, Washington Performing Arts 

Hear about Lorenzo’s varied background, and how he combined his creative and artistic expression from 15 years in the arts industry, with his current role in finance and academia. From Lorenzo, find out the advantages of changing paths, seeking new opportunities, and the habits that have helped successfully progress and advance. 

*Recorded in September 2020. 

Rakesh Nair, Corporate Trainer and Senior Faculty, Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Institute, (International Business Economics MSc, 2004) 

Join Rakesh, calling in from Mumbai, to hear about his time at Westminster, the finance sector, and the change to remote working. Share his advice about how to maintain your mental health and stress levels by walking away from certain projects and taking a break by doing a hobby. As you’ll find out, for  Rakesh, it is cycling/catching flies in his mouth, but whatever it is for you, you’ll come away from this session with important tools for building a routine and a better outlook on life. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Riaz Valji, Senior Manager, Cyber Risk Advisory, Deloitte, (Business Information Technology & Management BSc, 2008) 

Explore fascinating insights into the importance of cyber security and the benefits of an international career with Riaz. Discover how he built his career after graduating during the 2008 financial crash, with advice that runs parallel to the post-pandemic situation most students and graduates face today. Riaz will broaden your career horizons and encourage you to consider using transferable skills or taking additional qualifications to apply for sectors or companies you haven’t previously thought would suit you. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Alina Gehl, Agency Channel Marketing Manager, Facebook, (Communication MA, 2011) 

Share Alina’s insights into marketing, leadership, and how to find a company that suits your personality. Learn about her four important lessons regarding preparation, putting in the effort, being resourceful and opportunistic, and earning respect from those around you. As she explains her journey in marketing, Alina will reveal to you her top tips for networking, planning ahead, and adapting.  

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Angela Jimu, Co-Founder, Zimbabwe Association of Female Photographers (ZAFP) and RevMedia, (Media Management MA, 2016) 

Take in Angela’s experiences of following her passion and co-founding RevMedia and the Zimbabwe Association of Female Photographers. In her session, Angela will offer you motivation and encouragement on how to achieve your dream, no matter how long your journey is. You can also hear about the incredible impact of her work, her volunteering, and her focus on diversity and inclusion on both the local and global community. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Elizabeth Ogabi, Entrepreneur, Author and Podcaster, (Law LLB, 2009) 

Elizabeth will guide you to consider how you build your connections, make progress on your goals, and bring change that really makes an impact. Share Elizabeth’s passion for mentoring and taking on all the opportunities that come your way, gained from a career ranging from working in charity to going solo and publishing her own book. 

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Judy Sichlinger, Producer, EMI Production Music (Sony Music Publishing), (Media Management MA, 2015) 

Hear Judy’s incredible advice on evaluating your strengths, finding a career path and engaging with people. In this session, learn vital insights into the power of networking and building relationships, building confidence to speak to people, avenues into the music industry, and just saying ‘yes’ to every opportunity!  

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Kait Borsay, Broadcast Journalist and Presenter, (Multimedia Journalism – Broadcast MA, 2016)  

Explore Kait’s varied and interesting career, including working at an internet company in the height of the dot com boom, poaching staff from Pret to make coffee for her colleagues, before becoming a presenter at Times Radio and The Offside Rule. Learn the value of gaining an education, no matter what age you are, and hear Kait’s top tips on adaptability, communication, and maintaining confidence within a male-dominated industry.  

*Recorded in September 2020.  

Lola Xia, Production and Development Senior Manager, 60% Productions, (Film and Television: Theory, Culture and Industry MA, 2015) 

Share in Lola’s passion for storytelling and displaying a genuine human connection, alongside hearing her advice for overcoming perfectionism and the endurance that has sustained her career in media in China. By joining this session, you can understand the true meaning of teamwork and learn how to grow, collaborate, and create. 

*Recorded in April 2021. 

Mo Abudu, Entrepreneur, Founder of EbonyLife TV, (Manpower Studies MA, 1993) 

Hear the advice that has helped Mo to become the person she is today and achieve her success as an entrepreneur and leader. She highlighted the cornerstones of her thinking and planning that have guided her through changing her career at age 40 and establishing her own media company, founded to create content representative of a progressive and burgeoning Africa. 

*Recorded in September 2020. 

Pascal Guyon, Multi-Platinum Grammy Nominated Musician/Producer and Tech Investor 

Meet Pascal and hear about his experience of the music industry, from his beginnings in France to now working in LA. He will give you incredible tips on how to make connections and build your network, advice that led him to hang out with musicians and entrepreneurs like Akon, Nolan Bushnell, Walter O'Brien, and more. Learn about growth hacking to build your online presence, how to market yourself, and how a love for entrepreneurialism, mentoring, and finance has guided Pascal’s career.  

*Recorded in June 2021. 

Rob Watson, Producer, Air Street Films, (Contemporary Media Practice BA, 2005) 

Go behind the scenes on the UK Film and Television industry with Rob Watson and gain a greater understanding of just how many roles are out there for you, no matter what you study. Hear the incredible work that Rob is doing to drive diversity of representation and voice within the industry and how to create and support a powerful narrative. From advice on creating authenticity to practical advice on creating networks from IMDB, it is a session filled with tips and motivation.  

*Recorded in June 2021.

Women in Science: a panel with Dr Pinar Uysal Onganer and Biomedical Sciences alumni 

This panel included:

• Dr Pinar Uysal Onganer, Senior Lecturer in Molecular Biology, University of Westminster 
• Inês Lua Freitas, Research Fellow, Fish Immunology and Vaccinology Group at i3S (Biomedical Sciences MSc, 2019) 
• Syanas Yasmen Radzali, Co-Founder, FeuilleOrganix (Biomedical Sciences MSc, 2018) 

Investigate the steps the panellists took to build their careers and projects, the significance of perseverance and vision, and how to talk about your strengths to become empowered within your work.  

*Recorded in September 2020.