Category: Bayes Business School Alumni Stories

The Boyle-Rodney Scholarship: A Testament to Educational Excellence and Community Spirit

Set up in 2022 by James Boyle (MSc Real Estate Investment, 1997) to pay tribute to his lead tutor Bill Rodney, the Boyle-Rodney Scholarship encapsulates the many ways Bayes Business School helps students achieve their ambitions. By supporting students financially in their studies, it also exemplifies the long-lasting bond that exists between our institution and…Continue Reading The Boyle-Rodney Scholarship: A Testament to Educational Excellence and Community Spirit

The 2024 Bayes Alumni Survey – Gaining insights and ideas

Launched via the April issue of Bayes Alumni Newsletter, the 2024 Bayes Alumni Survey was conducted in order to gain insight and input from the Bayes alumni community of 50,000+ graduates living and working in 170 countries. Of particular interest was to establish the needs of alumni and how Bayes can add value to the…Continue Reading The 2024 Bayes Alumni Survey – Gaining insights and ideas

Natasha Cox (MA Innovation, Creativity and Leadership, 2022) – treading the boards to tackle mental health and well-being

Natasha Cox (MA Innovation, Creativity and Leadership, 2022) is the proud recipient of the 2024 Churchill Fellowship. This prestigious accolade will enable her to embark on fact-finding and research missions to the US, Africa and the Caribbean in order to further develop the business she launched in 2019, named Actively SeeK.I.N.G… CIC. Aimed at young…Continue Reading Natasha Cox (MA Innovation, Creativity and Leadership, 2022) – treading the boards to tackle mental health and well-being

King’s Birthday Honours 2024

The Union Jack flying outside a row of houses.

The King’s Birthday Honours list recognises the achievements and services of people across the UK, from all walks of life. We are delighted to announce and congratulate our City St George’s and Bayes alumni and staff who have been recognised for their commitment to various services in the King’s Birthday Honours 2024. Knights Grand Cross…Continue Reading King’s Birthday Honours 2024

Alberto Rizzoli (BSc Management, 2014) – a serial entrepreneur on an AI-driven mission

A creator of businesses since his teens, Alberto Rizzoli founded V7 in 2018, providing companies with an online platform that turns data into reliable AI models and Generative AI-fuelled automation workflows. He recounts his formative years before and at Bayes, shares his thoughts on what makes entrepreneurs tick, and offers a positive take on the role…Continue Reading Alberto Rizzoli (BSc Management, 2014) – a serial entrepreneur on an AI-driven mission

Ben Rose (MSc Real Estate 2015) – embracing AI and technological innovation

CEO of ExpertAI Advisory, his own consulting business enabling corporates and investment firms to benefit from expert consulting and transactional advisory, Ben Rose spoke at the recent Bayes Alumni Forum about his hopes for the event, the benefits for all involved, his career trajectory, and shifts in the real estate industry over the past 10…Continue Reading Ben Rose (MSc Real Estate 2015) – embracing AI and technological innovation

Natalie Bayfield (BSc Property Valuation and Finance 1998) – when Bayes provides the building blocks for a career in real estate

Currently Head of Financial Risk Analysis at Bywater Properties and an Honorary Senior Visiting Fellow at Bayes Business School, Natalie Bayfield speaks after a breakout session that she co-led at the recent Bayes Alumni Forum about the changing face of the real estate industry. She also offers vital tips to students of the many ways…Continue Reading Natalie Bayfield (BSc Property Valuation and Finance 1998) – when Bayes provides the building blocks for a career in real estate

Alumni and prospective students join Bayes & City Alumni Reception in Dubai

Over 200 alumni, staff, prospective students and regional partners enjoyed an evening of talks, thought-provoking discussion and networking at the Palace Downtown, Dubai in May. Dr Sionade Robinson, Vice-President (Enterprise, Engagement & Employability) at City, University of London, and Professor André Spicer, Executive Dean, Bayes Business School,  welcomed attendees and provided updates from London. They…Continue Reading Alumni and prospective students join Bayes & City Alumni Reception in Dubai

New Bayes Alumni Forum welcomes 200 attendees

The Bayes Alumni Forum was held on 8 June and welcomed alumni, students and guests to enjoy a day of inspiring talks, engaging breakout sessions and networking. Topics covered included remote working and workplace culture, trends and challenges in Real Estate, why credible leaders matter and the intersection between the Arts and Business. The day…Continue Reading New Bayes Alumni Forum welcomes 200 attendees

Donor Celebration Evening 2024

On Tuesday 18 June, we were delighted to welcome 40 handpicked donors to a special ‘thank you’ celebration. This forms a key part of our efforts to build a vibrant donor and scholars’ community at City. Deputy President Elisabeth Hill presided, opening the speeches by sharing updates about the importance of philanthropy to the university,…Continue Reading Donor Celebration Evening 2024