Our Language Transformation Experts

Meet Our Professional Business English Instructors

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Daud Afzal

BA (Hons) in Business Management

Daud has a dual role with a charity, working as an ESOL teacher as well as a Caseworker, supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and adolescents by acting as an advocate for them.
 
Prior to teaching, Daud spent 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry as a Key Account Manager specialising in ADHD and insomnia medication for children with ASD.

In his spare time, Daud likes running, playing cricket, football and enjoys gardening. 

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Andrew Salisbury

PhD in Computer Engineering / Awarded SFHEA

Andrew is an experienced teacher with 22 years of teaching students of all ages from 5 to 60 years old at schools, colleges, universities and MNCs.

Once he’s found your learning style, he incorporates visual techniques to help you remember the material along with gamification to fortify your deep learning.

He enjoys learning new things, playing chess and pool and teaching others English.

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Ruairi O'Conner

MA in ESL Education / BA (Hons) in Business and Commerce

Ruairi teaches English as a second language. He has over 12 years of teaching experience with students worldwide, including in China, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Europe and areas throughout Southeast Asia.

What makes his classes unique is that they’re filled with interactive activities for students of all levels. The more fun they have, the more they want to learn!

Hobbies: he likes to go running every day and is a big fan of reading fantasy or crime novels. He also loves to cook and thinks the spicier the better!

Fun fact: his name is not English, it is Irish (Rur-ri).

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Gaynor Hunter

Master of Hospitality Management / BA in Communication Studies

Gaynor boasts a thriving 20-year international career in Hospitality, managing resorts and restaurants across the Caribbean, USA, and the UK. Skilled in team management and customer service, she delves into organizational theories, global culture’s role, and tech advances.

She is a sought-after contributor to various blogs and magazines, writing about the latest trends in Hospitality and Tourism.

Outside work, she enjoys swimming, reading historical novels, and attending live music concerts.

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Michael Lidvall

BA in Education Studies

Mike, a TEFL-certified educator with over 18 years of experience, focuses on creating a safe and empowering environment in his classes, employing engaging strategies for maximum benefit and enjoyment.

With a background in IT Corporate sales – including a position with the first Business Internet Service Provider in the world – he’s also led motorcycle tours around Europe.

His travel passion has taken him worldwide, exposing him to incredible people, diverse cultures, and delectable cuisine.

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Spencer Russ

MA in Translation Studies / BA in International Relations

Spencer is a Cambridge ESOL Examinations CELTA-certified teacher who has lived, studied and taught in Italy, France, Russia, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

While fluent in French, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, he primarily speaks English to provide an immersive experience.

He loves helping students learn English, and his specialities are General English, Business English, IELTS exam preparation and Cambridge exam preparation.

Sivapriya Mohan

Post Graduate Diploma in Teacher Training in the Montessori Method

Sivapriya is an experienced and passionate tutor proficient in various subjects across academic levels, creating a positive environment to foster students’ emotional, intellectual, and social growth.

With a background in teaching English in Japan and Vietnam, as well as working as an IELTS preparation and Business English trainer in South Carolina, she effectively supports SEN students and enhances their performance and confidence.

She specializes in engaging and exciting phonics, using real-world applications for interactive learning. Her preferred teaching methodology is the ESA (Engage, Study, Activate) method.

Sabrina Smith

BA in Business Management /
BA in English Language

Sabrina is a dedicated UK English language teacher with 11+ years of experience in the classroom and online. She has taught over 8000 English classes and has learned to be very patient and adapt her lessons to her students’ needs.

She helps build confidence in grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, inflexions and more.

Being a detail-oriented person, she uses her background in English language learning to provide tailored classes that fit the needs of the student while providing the greatest amount of information.

Her speciality lies in IELTS preparation and PTE as well as the Trinity College experience. She has also has experience in TOIEC and exam practice.

Jason Izuogu

Linguistics and Literary Studies / Level 5 CertTEFL with High Distinction

Teacher Jason is a native English speaker with 4+ years of experience teaching both online and in private schools.

He has helped hundreds of students achieve outstanding achievements in the English world – whether that is with exceptional grades, the fluency needed to impress in the workplace, or the polite way to say what you want in any circumstances.

In the classroom, he is patient and supportive and uses a myriad of techniques, including music, games, stories, and much more, to enliven his classes and provide maximum enjoyment to all ages.

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James Buchanan

MA in Education Studies

James has over 30 years of experience in teaching English to students from Brazil, Chile and the UK.

Previously, he ran a small personal training studio – dealing with enquiries, website development, marketing and coaching individuals from beginners to professional athletes. He also wrote two books on men’s fitness that sold in 7 countries and were featured in top international magazines.

His expertise lies in Cambridge exam preparation, A-level English, verbal reasoning and interview prep.