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Columbus, OH, US

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Spearhead national partnerships for Burlington VTest, driving adoption among workforce development organizations, education institutions, and community-based programs.Develop strategic initiatives to enhance market penetration and customer engagement across diverse sectors.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored solutions that align with.

Established an initiative funded by the US Embassy to empower marginalized girls through English education, art, and cultural exchange.Expanded program reach internationally, leveraging Rotary International and federal grants for sustainability and growth.Managed global stakeholder engagement and developed scalable models for local and international.

Turkey

Edited newswire content and developed digital and print stories for Turkey’s largest English-language newspaper.Maintained high editorial standards and ensured consistent application of modified AP style guidelines.Curated social media content to enhance audience engagement and brand visibility.Skills: Editorial Management, AP Style, Digital Content.

London, England, United Kingdom (Remote)

Crafted strategic narratives to elevate brand identity for a global social learning platform.Directed campaigns to connect students with expert educators and foster engaging peer-to-peer learning experiences.Oversaw multi-channel communication strategies, enhancing user acquisition and retention.Skills: Strategic Communications, Brand Development, Content.

Global

Advanced business development strategies for LanguageCert’s ESOL qualifications, resulting in significant market growth.Designed and refined audit protocols, ensuring compliance with global quality standards.Managed a global network of auditors, providing training and feedback to maintain operational excellence.Skills: Quality Assurance, International.

Increased international student enrollment by establishing recruitment pipelines in underrepresented regions.Fostered partnerships with Education USA offices and local agencies to diversify student demographics.Delivered culturally tailored workshops to engage prospective students and stakeholders.Skills: International Recruitment, Relationship Building.

Led the creation and dissemination of English-language publications and newsletters with global reach.Edited speeches and high-level correspondence, supporting government-to-government relations.Managed digital campaigns to attract foreign direct investment, leveraging data analytics to optimize outreach.Skills: Strategic Communications, Content Strategy.

Built and managed a network of education partners to drive recruitment for CATS Academy Boston.Conducted training sessions to enhance partner effectiveness and engagement.Developed market-specific strategies to expand student enrollments in key regions.Skills: Partner Management, Market Strategy, Recruitment Campaigns

Directed recruitment operations across 12+ countries, creating a robust network of education agents.Implemented training programs to ensure compliance with international best practices.Represented the organization at regional events, strengthening brand presence and partner relations.Skills: Regional Operations, Agent Training, Event Representation

Coordinated pre-departure logistics for the Iraq Biosciences Fellowship, ensuring seamless program delivery.Advised partner universities on international recruitment strategies, driving program success.Managed high-stakes logistics in a complex geopolitical environment.Skills: Program Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Recruitment Strategy

Established IDP’s Turkish operations, overseeing business development and team management.Built relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating the successful delivery of IELTS testing.Managed a $1.5M annual budget, achieving operational efficiency and revenue growth.Skills: Leadership, Budget Management, Market Entry Strategy

Pioneered ELS’s entry into the Turkish market, securing partnerships with US universities.Trained local agents on best practices, increasing recruitment effectiveness.Organized workshops in collaboration with Education USA to promote US study opportunities.Skills: Market Development, Agent Training, International Education Advocacy

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Russian, Central European, East European And Eurasian Studies

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa, Pi Sigma Alpha (National Political Science Honor Society)

Education record

Activities and Societies: Exchange student

Russian Language Certificate, Russian Language And Literature

Attended a three-week intensive Russian language course at TPU in 2015

Certificate Of Teaching English As A Foreign Language (Ctefl), Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor

120-hour course in Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Education record