Our Team
Diverse, Bilingual, and Experienced Professionals Connecting UK and Chinese Universities
Mina Rouzi
Senior Consultant
Mina manages our daily operations, project delivery, and delegation visits to ensure everything runs smoothly. Fluent in Mandarin and English, she leads cross-cultural communication between UK and Chinese partners while driving client engagement and business growth.
Dr. Toby Roberts
Cultural Researcher
Dr Toby brings extensive expertise in research and cross-cultural relationship management, holding a PhD from the University of Southampton. He supports our Communications team by ensuring all projects are guided by deep academic and cultural insights.
Mark Andrews
Founder & Managing Director
Mark drives our overall strategy, business development, and high-level relationships across the UK and Chinese markets. He spends significant time on the ground in China, directly supporting institutional engagement and cross-border initiatives.
Prof. Wu Bing
Policy & Education Senior Consultant （Shanghai, China)
A recognised expert in educational policy, Prof. Wu advises on strategic university collaborations from our Shanghai office. He provides critical guidance on Chinese regulatory frameworks and government requirements, ensuring all initiatives align with sector standards and long-term institutional objectives.
Marilyn Jiang
Translator & Administrator
(Shanghai, China)
Marilyn ensures accurate and contextually informed bilingual communication between UK and Chinese partners. Beyond standard translation, she interprets linguistic nuances while managing administrative tasks and liaison activities to provide comprehensive business support.
Ben Lei
Operations Officer (China)
Ben manages all local engagement and operations in China. He builds and maintains relationships with universities and partner organisations, oversees local logistics, and coordinates the hosting of both UK delegations and outbound visits to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Shaping success together
We believe the best collaborations happen when we support each other. Our team is here to make your journey easier, bringing sector expertise, cross-border insights, and a hands-on approach. Together, we tackle challenges, build meaningful partnerships, and make the process smoother, smarter, and even a little more enjoyable.
UK Office
Penrhyn
37 Knyveton Road
Bournemouth
United Kingdom
BH1 3QJ
China Office
Office 900, Building 10
139 Ningchuan Road
Putuo District
Shanghai, China
200063
Office Hours (Mon–Fri)
UK: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (GMT/BST)
China: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM (CST)