Consulting
I work with individuals and organisations who need advice on complex and high-stake issues, ranging from career decisions and branding, to strategic questions where deep expertise and institutional knowledge really makes a difference.
My consulting practice draws on a decade of experience across academic research and consulting on international security and geopolitics, European policy networks, strategic communications. Every engagement is tailored and held to the highest standards.
My Consulting Services
Admissions Consulting
Guidance for students applying to competitive European and international Masters programmes: Oxford, Cambridge, LSE and beyond. From research positioning to personal statements and interview preparation.
Academic Consulting
Support for researchers, doctoral candidates, and early-career academics navigating publishing, grant applications, fellowship bids, and academic career strategy.
Personal Coaching
One-on-one support for individuals working through professional transitions, goal-setting, and personal development. Structured, honest, and grounded advice and a genuinely attentive ear.
Communications Consulting
Strategic counsel on thought leadership, branding, writing, public positioning, and digital presence for researchers, advocates, and professionals who need to communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact.
Policy & Strategy Advisory
My consulting on democratic governance, EU policy, platform regulation, and civic technology sits outside of this consulting practice. For these mandates, I work through the Global Society Foundation.
GSF advises intergovernmental organisations, governments, civil society networks, and businesses on democratic resilience, participatory and deliberative democracy, and inclusive governance. If your organisation is navigating questions in this space, that is where we should talk.
How it works
Every engagement begins with a scoping call. From there, we agree on format: a single intensive session, a defined project, or ongoing support.
I work with a small number of clients at a time. If you’re serious about what you’re working on, so am I.
Admissions Consulting • Academic Consulting • Personal Coaching • Communications Consulting
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