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Founder of Skills4Startups® (S4S) Global Roadshows USA and UK and Monaco and Dubai and Mumbai
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Founder of Skills4Startups® (S4S) Global Roadshows USA and UK and Monaco and Dubai and Mumbai
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Sofia A. is listed as Founder of Skills4Startups® (S4S) Global Roadshows USA and UK and Monaco and Dubai and Mumbai at Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - USA/UK/Europe/UAE/Asia, a company with 4 employees, based in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Sofia A..
Sofia A. previously worked as Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer of IgniteQuals Group at Ignitequals Group and Founder & CEO at Skills4Startups® (S4S) - Britain'S Award Winning First Mobile Business School Festival 4 Startups. Sofia A. holds Postgraduate Certificate In Principles And Practice In Assessment (Unit A), Education from University Of Cambridge.
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IgniteQuals was Founded by an education enthusiast with nearly 13 years’ experience working across many educational establishments and is the only ex-Ofqual education regulator to set-up her own educational company. Her knowledge on quality courses and qualifications across various sectors and her passion for identifying and influencing new product markets within vocational education has helped her to achieve her dream of owning her own Awarding Organisation.IgniteQuals Ltd is an ambitious, dynamic and innovative Awarding Organisation that has been established to aspire young people to pursue their desirable careers. Our aim is to ignite learner potential so that learners can feel empowered to push boundaries and achieve their goals as successful young people.We believe in investing in Young People’s Education to support future growth and prosperity for society. Our quality provisions will ensure that our learners experience a positive and purposeful education in their respective subject area that accurately aligns with industry needs. By committing to this, learners will achieve a career pathway where they will have equal chance of progressing.We are going through an incredible journey building our lucrative Awarding Organisation Business Model and are excited about not just our national strategy but our international reach. Our model is helping young people from poor socio-economic backgrounds and minority groups and it is this vision that is at the heart of every decision. The wider vision is to replicate this model to Nigeria and the USA where young adults in poverty and deprived areas require a quality education. As a Start-Up company we are in a unique position to build an organisation that is truly passionate about vocational education and will persistently strive for quality and excellence on the outset. Thus far, we have partnered up with a Board Specialist Recruitment Company and a highly professional media company that will support our product marketing strategy.Our commitment to high standards means we want to make the right decisions that positively impact both our internal and external stakeholders. It is for this reason that we are setting our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Strategy at the Governing Board level.IgniteQuals is committed to the following Values:Innovation Driven InclusiveInspiring CreativeWe look forward to engaging with you in 2022
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Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer Of Ignitequals Group
CurrentI am the Founder and Group Chief Executive of IgniteQuals Group a cutting-edge, forward-thinking and active educational establishment that is focusing on transforming Vocational Courses and alternative learning for the next generation of young people. What makes IgniteQuals unique is its willingness and appetite for adopting innovative measures to produce.
Apr 2021 - Present
Founder & Ceo
CurrentTo build Skills4Startups®️ into one of the most lucrative upcoming educational companies specialising in supporting and growing over 100k start-ups and their success measures. To set the vision for S4S as UK's first mobile business school for start-ups that delivers high-impact Festival Roadshows and workshops to minimise the risk of failure. To deliver.
May 2024 - Present
Founder
Empowering Startups Through The Power of Education and Business Skills.Skills 4 Startups is a revolutionary initiative that has been created by IgniteQuals Group to raise awareness for the Startups Community that require the necessary support and skills to grow their businesses across the UK. The idea was presented by the Founder of IgniteQuals Group via.
Apr 2023 - May 2024
Business Partner
Current
Oct 2024 - Present
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
CurrentWithin 1 week I set a new vision for EduEco+ as a brand new commercial membership body for the startups community. The vision is simple. We want to bring together the startup community to build an interactive network that promotes business success and is a vital lifeline to reducing the startup business failure rate across the UK.The company advocates and.
Nov 2023 - Present
Founder Of Edueco+
Current
Feb 2023 - Present
Founder And Executive Chairperson Of Advisory Board
EduEco+ is a wholly owned subsidiary commercial company of IgniteQuals Group. I had a vision to build a brand new educational ecosystem for those innovators starting out in the education space and other sectors. EduEco+ is the very first membership body for new educational and business start-ups and entrepreneurs. The company advocates and campaigns for.
Mar 2023 - Nov 2023
Bhi Fairer Expert Panel Member (Voluntary)
CurrentProviding expertise on fairer recruitment strategies in line with the Equality 2010 legislation.
Oct 2023 - Present
Member Of The London Committee Board (Voluntary)
Board Advisor on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategies in line with the Equality Act 2010. Advisor to all internal and external stakeholders for the Institute. Roll out ED&I training initiatives for volunteers and business representatives.
Sep 2022 - Oct 2024
Equity Diversity & Inclusion Ambassador (Voluntary)
IoD ambassadors are key individuals within the IoD's nations and regions communities, playing a vital role in the function, delivery and profile of the IoD for local members. IoD ambassadors form regional or national committees, led by respective chairs. As an IoD ambassador, I am accountable for managing the expectations of members and other business.
Sep 2022 - Sep 2024
National Spokesperson, Iod Edi Ambassadors (Voluntary) - Re-Elected
2024 Agenda coming soon!My key responsibilities are:1. To act in an advisory capacity to the IoD Management Team2. To be central point of communication between ED&I ambassadors and the management team3. To establish good relationships with other ED&I ambassadors and gain an understanding of their views and perspectives4. To take part in certain meetings.
Mar 2024 - Jul 2024
National Spokesperson For Diversity Equity And Inclusion Ambassadors
Responsible for implementing the Shinkwin Commission findings on behalf of the Institute of Directors.Advocating and championing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion across the United Kingdom via the new IoD Inclusive Business podcasts. I hosted the following ED&I subject matters with sector experts:1. The Distinction Between Equity and Equality2. Men's Mental.
Jan 2023 - Jul 2024
Chair Of The Rcc Governing Board (Voluntary - Independent Chair)
Jul 2019 - Jul 2024
Regulation Compliance Board - Honorary Committee Board Member (Two-Year Appointment - Voluntary)
Committee Board members meet four times a year to offer external compliance expertise and rigour to the CMI RCC.Accountable for advising CMI on enhancing regulatory performance through effective commercial and business growth underpinned by quality vocational qualifications and independent and rigorous end-point assessment for.
Dec 2017 - Jul 2019
Assessment Lead/Regulatory Advisor - Roatp Application (Apprenticeship Delivery Compliance)
Jul 2021 - Jun 2023
Ao/Epao Regulatory Advisor (Fixed-Term Contract)
To provide strategic support and guidance to the Executive on shifting Chartered IIA's business model including its systems and controls to Ofqual's Conditions of Recognition.To successfully advise the Executive on regulatory policy to ensure Chartered IIA meets the benchmark of the Criteria for Recognition as a regulated entity.To successfully lead and.
Feb 2021 - Jul 2021
Advisory Committee Member (Voluntary)
Due to securing a commercial partnership with its sister company, I had to resign as Independent Ofqual Regulatory Advisor for Construction EPA Company
Apr 2022 - Aug 2022
Interim Epao Ofqual Regulatory Advisor (Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship Standard)
University Of Coventry
To provide advise on Ofqual's Criteria of Recognition and EPA Qualification Requirements for a new EPAO divisionTo review or develop policies and procedures in line with Ofqual's regulation for the Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship Standards
May 2021 - Aug 2022
Lead Eqa Reviewer - Ifate Apprenticeship Standards (Contract Extended To May 2022)
As a member of the IFATE EQA Team, to successfully scrutinise and review Apprenticeship Assessment Plans in line with the IFATE EQA FrameworkTo successfully conduct quality audit exercises across a number of EPAOs as part of an end-to-end EPAO Monitoring programmeTo advise on EPAO compliance-related queries and making critical decisions, in line with the.
Feb 2021 - May 2022
External Independent Epao Regulatory Advisor
Ad hoc independent advisor on Ofqual's regulatory requirements.Supported on Ofqual Recognition Application (Stage 2) - NEPA was approved in September 2021
Aug 2021 - Sep 2021
Head Of Quality Assurance And Customer Service (Fixed-Term Contract)
Nov 2019 - Nov 2020
Education Regulatory Compliance Consultant
Freelance
Providing regulatory, compliance and business expertise for new Awarding Organisations that are entering the regulated market. I worked with the dynamic and innovative Metropolitan Qualifications on a strategic level, advising them on both Ofqual and Qualifications Wales Criteria of Recognition. I have also supported the British Safety Council with.
Apr 2019 - Nov 2019
Associate Director - Compliance And Standards (Responsible Officer- Consultant)
My main duties included:Reporting to the CEO and ensuring AOFAQ meets the quality assurance requirements of Ofqual as an Awarding Organisation following the January 2018 audit exerciseResponsible for developing a robust Action Plan for Ofqual and CCEA, following the outcome of both monitoring exercisesSecuring a budget for a robust quality management.
Jun 2018 - Apr 2019
Head Of Compliance, Assurance & Assessment (And Responsible Officer)/Head Of Apprenticeships
As the Head of Compliance, Assurance and Assessment (and Responsible Officer to all four regulators), I was the key authoritative figure for ensuring the awarding organisation remained consistently compliant and in line with all regulatory requirements. I also ensured that all regulated qualifications were fit-for-purpose - through effective design and.
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
End-Point Assessment Manager - Development And Strategy
Fdq
A senior position reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, accountable for designing and developing FDQ's new End-point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) - including developing a EPA delivery strategy policy that sets FDQ's EPAO agenda as the critical leader in supporting and advocating industry standards within the Butchery, Food Operations and.
Oct 2017 - Jan 2018
Education Consultant - Quality And Compliance Management
Accountable for providing specific expertise on national and international government regulation accreditation for ICA's various Compliance qualifications.Developed and produced successful strategic reports to the ICA President/CEO and the Director of Quality on SQAA Regulatory requirements and entering the new Apprenticeships market.Successfully designed.
May 2017 - Oct 2017
Compliance Officer
Reported directly to the Managing Director and the Director of Operations, accountable for all organisational level compliance activities.Responsible for applying regulatory compliance knowledge and key principles - in an advisory capacity - to ensure that Skillsfirst Awards was consistently in line with Ofqual's 61 Conditions of Recognition.Worked.
Dec 2015 - Apr 2017
Education Consultant/Private Tutor (Azams Contracting Ltd)
Self-Employed - Education
Tutored a variety of subjects including Literacy and Numeracy skills for KS2, GCSE and A' level.Acted as a consultant for awarding organisations requiring regulatory compliance expertise.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
Delivery Team Officer - Regulation Directorate
Reported to the Director of Regulatory Operations and leading and managing a 10-strong team operational function to provide operational technical support and expertise to the Regulation Directorate in meeting their regulatory statutory objectives.Conducted standardisation, awarding and post-awarding audits for high-profile VQ and GQ awarding organisations.
Jun 2009 - Dec 2013
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Sofia A. education
Postgraduate Certificate In Principles And Practice In Assessment (Unit A), Education
Ma In International Relations/International Peacekeeping, International Law
Ba(Hons), Political Science And History
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Sofia A. works for Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - USA/UK/Europe/UAE/Asia.
What is Sofia A.'s role at Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - USA/UK/Europe/UAE/Asia?
Sofia A. is listed as Founder of Skills4Startups® (S4S) Global Roadshows USA and UK and Monaco and Dubai and Mumbai at Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - USA/UK/Europe/UAE/Asia.
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Sofia A. is based in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom while working with Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - USA/UK/Europe/UAE/Asia.
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Sofia A. has worked for Skills4Startups® Global Roadshows - Usa/Uk/Europe/Uae/Asia, Ignitequals Group, Skills4Startups® (S4S) - Britain'S Award Winning First Mobile Business School Festival 4 Startups, Skills4Startups® Festival Roadshow Uk, and Juicy Vibes Healthy Smoothies (Jvs).
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Sofia A. holds Postgraduate Certificate In Principles And Practice In Assessment (Unit A), Education from University Of Cambridge.
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