Global Networking Night: London

Journalism, podcasts, filmmaking

Interested in sports business, management and infrastructure particularly in the Middle East and Europe

I am driving AI implementation in financial services and marketing.

AI, AI & innovation policy, AI for healthcare, VC, startups, deeptech investing

Private equity / Latin America

Interested in portfolio management and making investing more accessible for retail consumers

Biomedical engineer, cancer researcher & entrepreneur. Pioneered chaos theory in tumour modelling. Chair of AVA Wellness Foundation, improving healthcare access in the UK. Seeking donors and partners to expand impact.

Medical student & entrepreneur. Founded BIOVA Health to advance wellness with pharmaceutical-grade gummy supplements. Also leading medical procurement, concierge services, and healthcare innovation. Seeking investors and partners.

I recently relocate to London so I want to make friends around the area. Also, my works are related to business development with digital partners, so happy to chat with any alumni working in RegTech, TravelTech, Fintech and others

Starting my own business

Astrophysics

I am deeply interested in education, arts and humanities. I was a Social Studies concentrator and was involved with the music scene at Harvard. My professional career is in strategic consulting / financial advisory work for the life sciences and related sectors, but music and dance are very important in my life. I believe that education and the arts are forces for uniting people and cultures and for changing lives. I grew up in Hong Kong and lived and studied in the UK, Germany, US and Sweden.

I’m currently a Master of Urban Design (MLAUD ’25) student at the Harvard GSD. I’ll be in London during spring break and am eager to learn more about the AEC industry in the UK. I’d also love to share insights on what’s happening at the GSD and connect with professionals in the field.

Public international law, international arbitration, cross border disputes

PsyPolitics.org

I’d love to talk about AI and how you’re using it. Happy to discuss modern trends in ESL and language assessment including speaking and writing!

Life's Purpose. Business as a force of Good. Environment. Portfolio Careers. Current affairs.

Retail Services (consumer) Real estate Pension funds

finance, tech, arts

Asking right and differentiated questions is the hardest part of our jobs. Getting answers is more straightforward. So just looking forward to chatting with fellow alumni from different backgrounds, experiences and interests and hopefully walking away with learning something new and making new acquaintances and friendships.

I am a fan of all things sport, health, travel, music & I have also set up a growth equity fund with 2 Wharton (MBA '23) friends recently!

Share good stories, meet new interesting people

Climate tech

Economics, Finance, Geo-politics and Film and Music

International development, aid, renewable energy, tech, politics

I am a PhD student in constitutional law at UCL, and moved to London just six months ago. Before HLS, I studied and worked in India. Would love to make new connections and hopefully friends to explore the city with (particularly parks, museums & art galleries, food, and all things queer!).

SMEs working in organisational change SMEs interesting in organisational change support fellow LGBTQ+ individuals working in business

An entrepreneur in art/ fashion & retail. Previously investor and operator in consumer businesses. Stanford MBA grad ‘15. New to London and hope to meet fellow college classmates nearby!

I am a cancer researcher, with drug design skills, an inventor, expert in cancer immunology. I am interested in Science research, I am an Environment & Climate advocate. My hobbies are book reading/listening, poem & song writing, table tennis 🏓 and swimming 🏊‍♂️. I hope to meet link minded people.

Biotech, Data Science, Life Sciences, Medicine

I am a dynamic HR professional with over 15+ years of experience in employee relations, stakeholder management, HR strategy & project management, policy implementation and educational leadership, driving impactful changes in organizational culture and workplace dynamics. Adept at leveraging strategic planning and communication skills to foster inclusive environments and enhance team performance. Proven ability to design and deliver engaging educational content while managing complex HR initiatives. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory compliance. Enthusiastic about contributing expertise to advance organizational goals in a collaborative setting. It’s my desire to continuously facilitate excellent employee experience in private and public organisations via initiation and implementation of people policies that drive business and organisational growth. Also, I am interested in partnering the International Labour Organisation in its quest to ensure and sustenance decent work environments. I enjoy painting (oil/watercolour), playing chess and soccer. I have a master’s degree in HRM & Employment Relations at the Warwick Business school. Currently, I am a final year People, Work and Employment PhD student at the University of Leeds, UK. I hope to meet members of the UK Harvard Community and network for possible professional collaborations.

International affairs

I look forward to meeting a broad and diverse group of alumni from all fields, especially those working in international affairs and foreign policy.

Networking.

I am a current Masters student at Cambridge studying the Ethics of AI, Data, and Algorithms. I am interested in all things tech, tech policy, AI governance and beyond. I plan to pursue a career in law, but as an early career recent graduate I am hoping to get hands-on experience in the AI industry through consulting or broad technology research.

I am a professor of private law at the Universidad de Chile and am pursuing a D.Phil. in law at the University of Oxford. I also hold an LL.M. from the University of Edinburgh and Harvard Law School. I've worked for about eight years in complex litigation, including commercial and antitrust disputes in Chile.

I work in international trade law and food systems, focusing on safety and quality regulations that impact market access for animal-derived foods. I'd love to connect with alumni in industry, government, or academia working in related fields, as well as fellow newcomers to the UK interested in exploring cultural events like museums and musicals.

Dr Erol Barbur is a surgical doctor focusing on gastrointestinal surgery, clinical research, and undergraduate medical education. He currently serves as a Junior Clinical Fellow in Surgery at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in London, the world’s first cancer hospital, working within the Upper Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Departments. Dr Barbur previously practised as a Core Trainee Doctor in General Surgery at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2023, where he was nominated for the University of Oxford Medical School Teacher of the Year Award. He has extensive experience facilitating workshops at medical conferences, particularly in medical simulation. He is also an alumnus of Harvard Medical School’s Foundations of Clinical Research 2022 program, where he was elected as the graduation speaker for his cohort and invited to serve as a board member for the Harvard Club of Turkey. As an author and contributor to numerous peer-reviewed research articles, Dr Barbur has received recognition from esteemed organizations, including an “Honourable Mention” from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the “Emergency Medicine Internship Intern Doctor of the Year Award” from the Emergency Physicians Association of Turkey.

My journey spans China, the U.S., and the UK, blending education, entrepreneurship, and policy. I founded Wen Dao Society in 2014, fostering literacy for 10,000+ families in underserved areas. My colleague Mingnan Zhou, now at PwC London, will join me. https://www.education.ox.ac.uk/person/fengrui-liu/

International politics and humanitarian work

- Transitioning to Tech or Financial Services Project Management roles - Transitioning to Climate Adaptation Project Development and Finance (especially blended finance)

I am currently working at the intersection of AI tech, transportation and government services. I’d be especially interested in talking to people in similar fields

I am a freelance medical writer, recently finishing a contract at "Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst" in an immune-oncology lab. I am attending this event to meet like-minded individuals who share an interest in healthcare, health advocacy, and the responsible and effective dissemination of clinical literature. I have also recently moved to the UK (2 years ago), and would love to meet any fellow Americans who have also moved to London.

I am interested in AI, tech, and its implications for education, workforce development and the public sector. Before my current stint at UNESCO, I was a Product Marketing Lead at various tech companies in Asia. I moved to the UK a year ago and would welcome new connections and contacts in my desired fields and beyond.

translation, academic publishing, drama, art, travel

UX content designer/writer in a large British telecoms/IT company. Want to connect with others who create and design digital platforms and portals. Want to connect with others writing literary non-fiction or working in publishing. Am currently writing two narrative non-fiction works about Russia. Lived and worked in Moscow for 30 years. Earned an MA with Distinction in Creative Writing from City, University of London in 2022.

Looking to connect around issues with AI implementation and perspectives on Agentic AI. More broadly, technology and product strategy.

Interested in global health and global Surgery

I am a HBS 2017 alum who most recently worked on the GTM team at Whatnot, a high-growth Series E marketplace. I am passionate about technology entrepreneurship and how SMBs can leverage AI to maximize their growth potential.

Biotech and life sciences community

I'm a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. Although primarily based in the US, I worked in London for five years and still return at least yearly to our flat in Beckenham. Love to meet people interested in all aspects of developing drugs and medical devices. I have a great deal of experience designing and running clinical trials, and bringing products from conception to regulatory approval. I'm also interested in meeting fellow alumnai in any field. My website: www.PrimaryEndpoint.com

Climate and Energy Policy

I'm a neurologist turned data scientist, working at the University of Oxford on a platform for better electronic health records research. Before this, I was a consultant to the WHO Brain Health Unit. I'm passionate about mobilising data for public benefit, and will gladly connect around these and other topics related to public health, medicine, academia and... mountaineering.

I'm a behavioral scientist and mixed-methods researcher, passionate about the intersection of behavioral science, evaluative and strategic research, and customer insights. I'm looking to connect with others who share these interests, as well as those who have started their own consultancies.

I am a policy professional, entrepreneur, and advocate for innovation that uplifts people and creates meaningful change. My work spans education, technology, culture, and social impact, and I’m driven by a passion for bridging gaps and building systems that empower communities to thrive. Currently, I’m pursuing a PhD in Education Technology at Trinity College Dublin, where my research focuses on harnessing digital learning platforms to transform education in resource-constrained countries. I am also about to embark on an Ai diploma journey at Oxford as I am very passionate about this technology. My academic journey is deeply connected to my belief that education is the most powerful tool for equity, and I’m committed to driving solutions that make it accessible to all. In my professional life, I lead strategy and growth as the Director of Marketing & Strategy and the Singaporean Chairman of Lucerne Cocoa & Chocolate Products Limited, a premier industrial chocolate company. I’m also the co-founder of WISH, a woman-led mental health initiative that is breaking stigmas and creating pathways for accessible care in Bangladesh. Beyond this, I lead the Mubarak Ali Foundation and work in the areas of Art, Education and Architecture. In art, we support the Emerging Artist Prize at Frieze London and patron institutions such as Para Site in Hong Kong, among others. In education, we created Bangladesh's first business case writing centre and partnered with Harvard Business School Publishing and the Indian Institute of Management to co-create business case studies about national and international Bangladeshi businesses. We are exploring synergies with NUS as well in that area. In architecture, we collaborate with various British and American institutions who are conducting research in Bangladesh for sustainable building practices as it is a climate vulnerable country. Speaking of climate, I also work with former Irish Prime Minister, Mary Robinson, as her Policy Advisor for Project Dandelion, a women's climate coalition. Apart from this, I am part of the executive committee for the Harvard Club of Thailand. Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to work across diverse fields, whether it’s fostering diaspora engagement, designing education reform projects, or leading cultural initiatives. As a polyglot, equestrian, author, and traveler, I embrace every opportunity to connect with people and create impact in meaningful ways. For me, the ultimate goal is simple: to build systems, ideas, and communities that leave the world better than I found it.

Entrepreneurship & Design

Climate & Sustainability

Innovation and business/venture-building

I’m an Ob/gyn and working as a technical officer in WHO HQ. I'm a wine sommelier, passionate about Burgundy wines.

Moving to London in March, I would love to connect with people interested or working in international affairs, international security and intelligence to expand my network and get a glimpse of the UK actors in these fields. As I am currently looking for a job, any leads would be much appreciated.

Healthcare, Finance, Innovation, Clinical Entrepreneurship

I conduct research in environmental economics, focusing on behaviour change interventions to reduce emissions from building energy use, transport, agriculture and food consumption. I am also an avid baker, hiker, runner and I am trying to get into biking in and around London. I would be keen to connect with like-minded individuals around career interests and hobbies. I am also interested in pursuing an additional degree in biodiversity and conservation.

Cybersecurity - Recruitment | Consultancy | Career Coaching

Looking for network in investment banking and private equity

Also looking to meet other people in London (I moved here last year!) and those in finance as I am hoping to make a career transition within PE

Sustainability tech! Otherwise very interested in talking about product manager opportunities.

I am interested in connect with people working in public policy, international affairs, foreign policy, government and law.

AI

Higher Education, Fintech, Impact, Public Policy

Life. Energy. Emerging markets.

Data Centers, web3.

BS MatSci and BA Math from Rice 2018. ML researcher at MIT from 2019 to 2022 as NSF PhD fellow. Passionate about education equity & reform. Building human-centric AI to democratize education for all!

Investment opportunities, Boards directorship

Impact Investment, Private Equity

I'm an American living in London temporarily and would like to meet other Harvard alumni in the city.

Capital funding for luxury fashion projects, entrepreneurship, African business.

Individuals interested in AI technology and related legal issues (UK, EU, US and internationally), as well as those interested in intellectual property. Also anyone who's into AI (from a technical side), innovation and entrepreneurship.

I'm interested in connecting around Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship, Non-executive directorship and Board Work

Business and sustainability

Family offices networking / coinvestments Sports management Luxury brands

Non-profit board opportunities Start-up / professional services operations Private Equity

Looking to connect with people in the legal, finance and banking sectors.

I am looking to connect with those working in the arts and culture sector, those wishing to become philanthropists and supporters of UK theatres, or those working in NGO/non-profits/public sector.

Executive leveraging nearly two decades of cross-sector experience to drive transformation and scale companies globally in precision medicine, digital health, and sustainability. Successfully founded and sold a precision medicine company, ZytoGen Global Genetics Institute. Launched and led Under Armour's presence in China. Currently serving as Operating Partner for R2C Capital, a venture studio, and as a State Health Commissioner for the Maryland Health Care Commission in the US. Recently moved to London with my family, and looking forward to meeting great people.

I'm passionate about 21st century education reform & workforce readiness. I offer future-oriented career readiness & STEM bootcamps (both for-profit and non-profit), and am hence looking to connect with anyone from the below stakeholders who are interested in learning more and exploring collaborations: - Secondary Schools & Universities - Nonprofits & Foundations - Parents of Teens / Parent Associations - (Pre-)Seed Investors (for a software version of my currently analogue product)

Ideally meet people in insurance sector but happy to just meet new and interesting people

I'm an Irish MPA student at the Kennedy School with a concentration in AI and Emerging Technology Policy. Prior to HKS, I was Chief of Staff to Sir Tim Berner's Lee, and I'm interested in tech roles based in London post graduation (May 2025).

Startup, Entrepreneurial Study, AI/XR Tech

London outdoors Social events Community outreach

Founders, Startups, Gender equity, Advocacy, Parental Leave

Media, Fintech, Consumer Healthcare

Private Equity Venture Capital Investing in Africa

Real Estate, Investments and wine tasting

I have a bachelors and masters in Computer and Electrical Engineering. I’m a McKinsey Alumni from the Boston and New York City office. I just completed my MBA at Oxford. I’m looking to move into working at Google or into the film entertainment space.

AI

Healthcare, Travel

Interests: Global Health - International Development - International Relations - Healthcare - Economics Hobbies: Travelling Additional degrees: MSc Economics; BSc Economics