Meet the Founders
​
The Taloom founders have over 30 years of university and professional experience within the UK market with two of the founders having taken the international student route originating from East Africa. Their experience is priceless having lived the journey many plan to take. They understand first-hand the challenges, knowledge gaps and cultural changes that define a life abroad. These aspects have inspired the vision and dedication of Taloom to coach and guide students as they embark on the same journey.
Winnie
Nationality: Tanzanian
University: Uni of Loughborough
Degree: Banking & Finance
Industry: Financial Services
Winnie started her banking career by securing a placement at the Bank of England. She then joined a graduate scheme in a top global bank and got promoted into various roles including being Relationship Director within the private, corporate and investment banking divisions.Through her roles covering clients locally and overseas, Winnie specialises in building successful relationships. As such, she naturally enjoys mentoring and coaching students and professionals from all backgrounds.
Superpower: Relationship Builder
Karl
Nationality: British
University: Uni of Birmingham
Degree: Management
Industry: Chartered Accountant
With over 10 years of experience across the financial services sector, Karl has specialised as a Chartered Accountant, Cash & Liquidity Specialist & Business Development Director for both domestic and international markets. Having coached several previous colleagues, students and friends he’s driven to continue to help inspire, motivate and support students in achieving their career aspirations and beyond.
Superpower: Numerical Genius
Mwana
Nationality: Kenyan
University: Imperial College London
Degree: Electronic Engineering
Industry: Technology
Passionate about technology, Mwana has interned in technology at various companies such as JP Morgan, Credit Suisse and Citibank. She then joined a graduate scheme within banking where she's recently spent the last few years as a Data Scientist focused on developing machine learning models. Having mentored previous interns and peers she's excited to meet new people, encourage them to achieve their goals and expand their network here in the UK!
Superpower: Coding Queen
