Partners

Anna LEAMAN

English Language Study Mentor

Anna is an experienced educator and consultant committed to empowering schools to create inclusive and language-accessible curricula. Drawing from her extensive UK and international education background, she specializes in English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Anna leverages her expertise to offer training, consultancy, and collaboration with schools to develop custom curriculum materials for teaching academic English skills. Holding QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a BA Hons in Literature from the University of Manchester, Anna is passionate about teaching and providing personalized English-learning programs.

Educational Background:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• BA Hons in Literature (University of Manchester)
• Broad UK and international education background

Specialisms:

• English as an Additional Language (EAL)
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Creating inclusive and language-accessible curricula
• Developing custom curriculum materials for academic English
• Providing personalized English-learning programs

Professional Experience:

• Consultancy and Training for educators
• Collaboration with schools on curriculum development
• Teaching and program delivery

Maja CATLAK

Experienced ESL Educator

Maja Catlak is a highly qualified ESL educator and English proficiency specialist with over 10 years of experience. She holds advanced degrees, including two Master’s degrees in Linguistics and English Education, along with top-tier certifications CELTA and DELTA. Maja specializes in IELTS and Cambridge Examinations/CEFR preparation and is adept at delivering creative, engaging, and individualized online lessons to students of all ages and proficiency levels.

Educational Background:

• Master of Linguistics
• Master of Education in English Language
• BA of English Language and Literature and Italian Language and Literature
• Qualified Teacher Status
• CELTA and DELTA

Specialisms:

• ESL educator with over 10 years of experience.
• Exam preparation teacher for IELTS and Cambridge Examinations/CEFR.
• English proficiency specialist for all ages and stages.
• Experienced in delivering creative and engaging online lessons.

Teaching Experience:

• Academic English Teacher: International Summer School, Yale University
• Online English Teacher (Cambridge A2-C1 and IELTS): Lord Byron College, Italy
• Online Business English Teacher: CERAN (Paris)
• Lecturer In English for Academic Purposes: HCMC University

Dr. Boon Leing TAN

Academic and Research Mentor (Business)

Dr. Tan is an experienced lecturer and consultant specializing in Operations and Information Management and Business Management. He is a recognized academic and business leader with a PhD in Business and Management from Aston University and a background in Operations Management. Dr. Tan has held significant leadership positions, including Head of Business School at MDIS and founding Head of Department (HoD) at Xian Jiaotong Liverpool University. He is actively involved in research and academic publishing and is a valued mentor to students at various levels.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Business and Management (Aston University)
• Bachelor in Operations Management (Aston University)

Specialisms & Research Focus:

Dr. Tan is an expert in:

• Operations and Information Management
• Business Management
• IT Security
• Industry 4.0
• E-business management
• Supply-chain management
• Quality management
• Teaching and supervision of students at various academic levels.

Teaching & Leadership Experience:

• Experienced Lecturer and Consultant
• Head of Business School (MDIS)
• Founding Head of Department (HoD) (Xian Jiaotong Liverpool University)
• Extensive teaching experience in general Business Management subjects and IT security.
• Actively involved in research, regularly publishing in academic journals, and serving on editorial boards and conference committees.
• Maintains affiliations with several universities and consultancy firms.

Dr. Jianyi WANG

Academic and Research Mentor (STEM)

Dr. Wang is a highly accomplished engineer, consultant, and mentor with over 20 years of experience spanning diverse industries. He possesses deep technical expertise in electrical, control, drive, electronics, Mechatronics, DSP, firmware, and automation. Dr. Wang is also a recognized R&D leader, excelling in people and project management with a focus on product development for mass production. With an impressive record of 4 US patents, over 10 journal/conference papers, and more than 10 technology awards, he is passionate about transferring his academic and industrial knowledge as a student mentor.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Control Theory and Application (Nanyang Technological University)
• Master’s degree in Control Theory and Application (Nanyang Technological University)
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Automation (Tianjin University)

Specialisms & Technical Expertise:

• 20+ years of engineering experience
• Expertise in: Electrical, Control, Drive, Electronics, Mechatronics, DSP, Firmware, and Automation.
• Specialization in: Servo/motion control, signal processing, filtering, and motor drive.
• Programming and debugging real-time embedded systems.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Professional Experience & Achievements:

• R&D Leadership: Excels in people and project management for mass production product development.
• Patents & Publications:
  • 4 US Patents
  • Over 10 journal/conference papers
  • More than 10 technology awards from various companies
• Mentorship: Passionate about transferring academic and industrial knowledge and skills as a student mentor.

Evelyn HUANG

Arts and Portfolio Mentor

Evelyn is an experienced interior designer and an HDB-licensed renovation contractor who owns her own workshop. With advanced education including a Master’s Degree from China Academy of Art and a Diploma from Palin School of Arts & Design, she brings a strong artistic and technical foundation to her work. Evelyn is also an award-winning artist, having participated in numerous exhibitions and earned accolades such as the Outstanding Work award at two major art festivals. She finds meaning and fulfillment in cultivating students’ art talent and coaching their portfolio development.

Educational Background:

• Master’s Degree (China Academy of Art)
• Diploma (Palin School of Arts & Design)

Specialisms:

• Interior Design
• HDB-licensed Renovation Contractor (Owns workshop)
• Cultivating student art talent and portfolio development
• Fine Artworks and Exhibitions

Professional Experience & Achievements:

• HDB-licensed Renovation Contractor (Owns and operates workshop)
• Award-Winning Artist:
  • Outstanding Work award (2020 National College Student Art Exhibition, China)
  • Outstanding Work award (2019 Social Aesthetic International Art Festival, China)
• Exhibitions:
  • National Exhibition of Fine Artworks of College (Hebei People’s Art Museum, China)
  • Club NAFA Art Exhibition (55 Art Space, Singapore)
• Mentorship: Coaches students in art talent and portfolio development.

Jun Wei TOH

Maths and Science Study Tutor

Jun Wei is a highly experienced and passionate academic mentor with over a decade of tutoring experience for students in Grades 7 through 10 (Sec 1-4). He is proficient in mentoring core science and mathematics subjects, aiming to deliver strong academic results while providing comprehensive learning opportunities. Demonstrating self-drive, meticulousness, and strong collaborative skills, Jun Wei excels at partnering with students and parents to introduce fresh perspectives and guide students toward long-term academic success beyond mere high grades.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (Nanyang Technological University)

Specialisms:

• Academic Mentoring for students in Grades 7 through 10 (Sec 1-4).
• Proficient in Science and Mathematics subjects:
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Additional Mathematics
  • Elementary Mathematics
• Introducing fresh analytical perspectives and achieving comprehensive learning outcomes.

Professional Skills:

• Collaboration with students and parents to facilitate achievement.
• Highly self-driven, meticulous, and efficient.
• Utilizes strong teaching and analytical abilities to guide students toward academic success.

Alvin Yong

Social Entrepreneurship Coach and Mentor

Alvin Yong is the founder of Stone Edge Experiential, an organization operating under the mission to “catalyze social entrepreneurship in doing Good Well.”  Guided by a vision of “a loving world of equality and Oneness,” Alvin is a dedicated leader championing values of sustainability, profitability, and replicability in every initiative. He has successfully driven impactful initiatives across Asia and Africa, focusing on children’s education, community-based enterprise development, and human potential training.

Educational Background:

• MSc in Defence Technology (Cranfield University)
• BSc (Hons 1st class) in Physics and Computer Science combined honours (Queen Mary University of London)

Specialisms & Core Passions:

• Social Business: Advocating for marketplace practices and meaningful careers where community well-being is prioritized, and money serves as a means, not an end.
• Youth Social Entrepreneurship Education: Equipping young individuals with the skills and mindset to build fulfilling, socially contributing careers.
• Eco-consciousness: Promoting sustainable habits and corporate actions to restore and nurture the planet’s health.

Professional Experience & Initiatives:

• Founder: Stone Edge Experiential (Mission: “catalyze social entrepreneurship in doing Good Well.”)
• Regional Impact: Driven impactful initiatives across Asia and Africa.
• Focus Areas:
  • Children’s education
  • Community-based enterprise development
  • Human potential training
• Core Values: Sustainability, Profitability, and Replicability.