Stephen (Steve) is the Head of Global Partnerships and Business Development in the Marketing and Communications Directorate. He joined Royal Holloway in January 2025 after twelve years at the University of Reading, first as Director of the Academic English Programme and then as Head of Global Partnerships. At Reading, he led the rapid expansion of bespoke language and academic skills training to enhance the international student experience and chaired the development board for the NUIST-Reading Academy, their joint institute in China. He holds a degree in Applied Economics, a postgraduate degree in Applied Linguistics, and is a qualified accountant. His first career was as a Risk Manager for investment banks.
