Meet Our Team


Management Division

Harry Darell

Chief Executive Officer


Harry attended Eton College and Bristol University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in modern languages in 2017. He founded Union Education Group in 2020 to embrace holistic education and provide partners both nationally and internationally with an extensive and bespoke service. He aims to add value to the curricula of the organisations UEG works with and empower students across the world through digital learning. Harry also looks to bring excitement and entertainment to the education process, believing that this will fuel student’s desire to continue developing academically, mentally, professionally and carry on seeking out new skills to learn.

Michael Le

Chief Operating Officer


Michael is an Msci Mathematical Science graduate from the University of Birmingham and a BA Acting graduate from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. After graduating, he gained teaching experience both within the classrooms and privately, helping his students enrich their understanding and inspiring them to continually challenge themselves. As is evident with his contrasting degrees, he believes in and advocates the importance of a more holistic approach to learning. Michael founded Union Education Group to bring a team of like-minded Educators together to provide accessible and inspiring lessons to learners in whatever subject, skill or career path they wish to pursue.

Design & Technology Division

Piyas De

Chief Technology Officer


Piyas attended Sikkim Manipal University, graduating with a Master of Computer Applications. He is a Sun-certified enterprise architect with more that 22 years’ experience in software application development fields, specialising in OpenSource technologies. An entrepreneur by heart, a big data evangelist and continuous explorer in software technologies, he provides leadership, management as well as technical vision for entire software engineering team. Piyas stimulates overall architecture, security and design, supervising emerging development trends to source fresh technology opportunities. He also helps enhance team processes, handles resource issues and interacts with varied team members, assuring sprint iteration and successful product release delivery.

Arun Pal

Chief Technical Advisor


Arun attended University of Kolkata where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science (BSc) and obtained a Master’s in systems. He has more than 20 years of software development experience in the areas of technical design, architecture, production support and delivery of applications in domains like Retail, Mortgage, Telecom and Freight Forwarding using various Microsoft tech stacks. Arun always plays a pivotal role leadership, management as well as providing technical vision for the entire team. With the team at Union Education Group, Arun focuses on delivering the right workflow and functionality across web development practices, maintaining consistent delivery goals.

Solomon Nuriyev

Lead Developer


Solomon pursued a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at the University of Surrey and later earned a Master's in Data Science from Cardiff University. With a strong background in software development, Solomon plays a key role in driving innovation at Union Education Group. His expertise lies in crafting solutions that integrate mathematics and data, contributing to advancements in education technology. Solomon's journey is marked by a dedication to pushing boundaries and creating synergies between his complementing skills and the ever-evolving landscape of software development in the education field. Further to this, he is also crucial in developing E-Learning solutions at UEG.

Dhiren Patel

Software Developer


Dhiren earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Forensic Science from Keele University, where he developed a passion for technology and problem-solving. Eager to expand his expertise, he interned at Union Education Group as a software engineer, gaining hands-on experience in the field of software development. Now, he collaborates closely with the design and development teams, ensuring seamless integration of aesthetics with functionality to enhance user experience. With a keen eye for detail and innovation, Dhiren is dedicated to crafting intuitive and engaging digital solutions. His commitment to learning and improving makes him a valuable asset to the team.

Timothy Jackson

Lead Designer


Timothy attended Cheltenham College of Art and Design, going on to graduate from the University of Derby with a Bachelor’s degree in Design and Communication. Over the years he has gained a wide variety of experience in design projects with small to large-scale businesses both local and global. His passion is for solving and simplifying complex design problems elegantly and efficiently. With the team at Union Education Group, Tim focuses on making sure that the organisation consistently delivers both clear and concise visual communication. His design work extends across web development, educational media, and various promotional material for the company.

Charles Russell

Head of Media


Charles has significant amounts of teaching experience in a range of creative and artistic disciplines, including acting, filmmaking and photography. In acting, he is trained in all mediums: stage, screen and voice-over. He has thousands of hours of filming experience, including features, short films, trailers and showreels. He has photographed leading musicians such as Rag N Bone Man, Bears Den, Rhiannon Giddens and Frank Turner. In addition, he has photographed sporting legends such as Anthony Joshua, Eddie Jordan and Danny Williams. Charles oversees all filming and media at Union Education Group, in addition to extensively training Educators in this field.

London Division

Faith Goodwin

UK Study


With a degree in Anthropology and Ancient History, as well as a rich seven-year background in education, Faith has navigated educational roles within both museums and universities. She has a deep passion for education and derives immense joy from helping UEG students achieve success. She has diverse experience in delivering online and face-to-face content to a wide range of abilities and subject needs. At Union Education Group, she is Head of UK Study which involves client management, family consultations and organising intensive courses. In addition to this, she also supports students in whatever is required to meet their academic goals.

Roxana Miller

UK Study


Roxy is a qualified primary school teacher, specialising in mathematics, with over 10 years of experience across diverse educational settings in the UK, India and Tanzania. Holding a Master's degree in Educational Psychology from the Institute of Education, UCL, she brings a unique blend of pedagogical expertise and psychological insight to her teaching approach. Having personally experienced the International Baccalaureate, Roxy is committed to fostering a holistic, inclusive and inquiry-based education for her students. At Union Education Group, Roxy is part of the UK study team, managing clients, providing educational consultancy and creating English language courses for students in India.

Zuzanna Kowalczyk

Operations


Zuzanna, a University of Warsaw Philosophy graduate specializing in anthropology and ethics, manages operations at Union Education Group. Her role involves scheduling lessons, coordinating with Educators and ensuring smooth operations. Responsible for customer satisfaction, she addresses concerns and gathers feedback. Zuzanna plays a pivotal role in UEG’s international growth, implementing strategies to expand the business. Her diverse skills contribute to a holistic approach, combining operational management, communication, and strategic planning to enhance UEG’s success and global presence. In particular, Zuzanna is heavily involved in the growth of the business in China and Hong Kong, developing educational programmes for local students.

Anudhi Lok

Resources


Anudhi is an experienced mathematician with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Royal Holloway University of London. She has worked with many students of various ages and abilities since the start of university, in both a classroom and private setting and is crucial in developing maths resources and E-Learning material within UEG. She believes that all students deserve to have an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher, willing to inspire and adapt to their individual learning style to enrich their experience of education. This is what motivates Anudhi to be a dedicated education professional and improve the general standard for UEG students.

Abi Duckham

Educators


Abi graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Modern and Medieval Languages (French and Italian) in 2018. Her studies focused on linguistics and translation and involved her spending a year in Italy in 2016. She has extensive experience teaching languages and spent three years working in the education sector in Paris, teaching English and French to children and adults. She then joined Union Education Group to help students across the globe reach their language learning goals in French, Italian and English. Her work at the company also includes writing curricula and creating learning resources for international students.

Annesha Tandel

Resources


Annesha recently graduated from Imperial College London with an integrated master’s degree in chemistry. With over seven years of experience working with a diverse range of students, including teaching abroad in Japan, Annesha uses her passion for science and mathematics to deliver lessons with creative and holistic approaches. At UEG, Annesha has designed and internationally delivered several cohorts of a synoptic course, innovatively demystifying questions about the science of the everyday. As an educator, Annesha adapts to her students and provides a personalised approach, ensuring she can equip them with the tools they need to succeed in their academic pursuits.

Brad Shek

Resources


Brad is an experienced Educator who recently graduated from Imperial College London with an integrated master’s degree in chemistry. He has worked with numerous students between the ages of six to nineteen and personalises lessons that both engages students whilst still developing a deep understanding for the topics discussed. He believes in approaching learning holistically, encouraging his students to be inquisitive and to demonstrate their natural curiosity. Brad has extensive experience teaching a variety of subjects and is well-versed in the processes of applying for universities, working with students to achieve their dream places at medical schools and world-class institutions.

Katerina Theodoridis

Resources


Katerina graduated Durham University in 2018 where she studied Liberal Arts, majoring in English and Philosophy. During her studies, she was the president of ACT, a theatre company, where she directed four Shakespeare productions and several modern classics. Following graduation, Katerina moved to London and completed the TeachFirst Leadership Development Programme; alongside teaching full time, she obtained her Postgraduate Diploma in Education at University College London, specialising in teaching secondary school English Curricula. Having taught remotely as well as in the classroom, she became passionate about innovating the ways humanities are taught, and creatively adapting resources to suit online leaning.

Kolkata Division and WOWL Academy

Surojit Nath

Head Of Business Development


Surojit stands at the forefront of innovation in the Edtech, IT solutions, and digital marketing sectors with over fifteen years of entrepreneurial experience. As a business development leader at Union Education Group, he is adept at delivering an array of services tailored to meet the needs of a range of educational organisations in India and globally. Additionally, his role in the development of WOWL Edtech highlights his commitment to revolutionising language learning in India. Surojit's expertise spans Edtech, E-Learning, marketing communications and business development – driven by a passion for nurturing start-ups, fostering partnerships and continuously exploring new avenues for growth.

Anishbrata Ghosh

Digital Lead


Anishbrata, with over twenty years’ experience in entrepreneurial and creative strategies, serves as the WOWL Head of Edtech and Digital Marketing Lead at Union Education Group. These diverse roles are coupled with a bachelor’s degree in physics from Kolkata University. Anishbrata's career spans leadership positions in corporate sales and marketing, alongside significant contributions to some leading brands and start-ups in India. Passionate about early and K12 education, he is also a coach focused on study skills and the mental wellbeing of students of varying levels. He looks to not only develop digital solutions to learning but help students grow holistically.

Pritam Ghosh

Project Manager


Pritam is an accomplished Project Manager with an educational foundation of bachelor’s degrees in physics and education that has empowered him with a scientific bend of mind and a deep understanding of student learning processes and pedagogical strategies. Four years of his professional journey with Union Education Group and WOWL Edtech, as a Content Curator and later, as a Project Manager, reflects his adaptability and growth. Pritam's key competencies lie in his proficiency in computer-related skills acquired from his Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) from JNNYC, and the ability to thrive under pressure, making him well-suited for multitasking in dynamic environments.

Anisha Roy

Communications


With a first-class degree in Journalism from Bangalore University, Bengaluru and a PG Diploma in Mass Communication from Jadavpur University, Anisha brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for media to Union Education Group and WOWL EdTech. Her skills are highlighted by her proficiency in training, development and her innovative approach to professional growth. Anisha is motivated by a desire to contribute significantly to the media landscape, leveraging her educational background and diverse experience of more than 18 years. Her commitment to excellence and adaptability makes her a valuable asset to any team, particularly in dynamic and creative environments.

Hong Kong Division

Tina Wu

Head Of Business Development


Tina holds a B.Sc from New York University (Stern School of Business) and an MBA from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. She is also a certified member of the Independent Education Consultants Association (IECA). She started her career in banking, working for Citibank and the Asian Development Bank. With over thirteen years of banking and university admissions experience, she later became an Admissions and Career Expert with over eight years of career and admission coaching experience as Kaplan Hong Kong's Lead Admissions Counselor. She has a proven track record of securing offers at top universities and colleges worldwide.

Marcie Chan

Admissions Lead


Marcie holds a BA from Harvard University and is a former Harvard Alumni Interviewer with over ten years of experience in tutoring and admissions consulting, coaching students who have been admitted to Phillips Academy Exeter, Peddie, The Hill School, NYU and Colombia. She is an expert in teaching writing and interviews skills, as well as crafting student profiles for admissions to top US boarding schools and universities. Marcie carries out significant amounts of academic and extracurricular planning and skills acquisition for high school students at Union Education Group. Marcie has assisted students globally in university admission from Asia to Europe.

Mancy Lo

Student Development


Mancy is a Youth Development Lead at Union Education Group with an MSc from Monash University and a B.Sc from The University of Melbourne. With over fifteen years of teaching and coaching experience, she has helped many students achieve goals and obtain high scores in standardized examinations. She has a proven track record of securing offers at top international schools and universities worldwide. A believer in teaching as an art of assisted discovery, Mancy enjoys collaborating with students and learning what motivates them to attain their objectives, whether that be for admission profiles or in related aspects of their application.