Hi, I’m Oliver Almond. I’m a problem-solver who believes in turning ideas into real-world impact. My background, shaped by my time masters degree at Cambridge and undergraduate from LSE, has equipped me with a data-driven approach to strategy and social innovation. I’ve co-founded Learn4Life Namibia to improve educational access and equality, and I’ve completed a Cambridge leadership program focused on sustainable development and global challenges. I enjoy applying data-driven thinking to strategy and social-innovation projects, and I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams turn insights into action. I’m passionate about using research, analysis, and design to create scalable solutions that benefit communities and organisations alike. Whether it’s supporting clients with strategy, delivering tech-enabled improvements, or mentoring the next generation, I aim to deliver practical outcomes with clarity and empathy.

Oliver Almond

Hi, I’m Oliver Almond. I’m a problem-solver who believes in turning ideas into real-world impact. My background, shaped by my time masters degree at Cambridge and undergraduate from LSE, has equipped me with a data-driven approach to strategy and social innovation. I’ve co-founded Learn4Life Namibia to improve educational access and equality, and I’ve completed a Cambridge leadership program focused on sustainable development and global challenges. I enjoy applying data-driven thinking to strategy and social-innovation projects, and I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams turn insights into action. I’m passionate about using research, analysis, and design to create scalable solutions that benefit communities and organisations alike. Whether it’s supporting clients with strategy, delivering tech-enabled improvements, or mentoring the next generation, I aim to deliver practical outcomes with clarity and empathy.

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Hi, I’m Oliver Almond.

I’m a problem-solver who believes in turning ideas into real-world impact. My background, shaped by my time masters degree at Cambridge and undergraduate from LSE, has equipped me with a data-driven approach to strategy and social innovation.
I’ve co-founded Learn4Life Namibia to improve educational access and equality, and I’ve completed a Cambridge leadership program focused on sustainable development and global challenges. I enjoy applying data-driven thinking to strategy and social-innovation projects, and I thrive in collaborative environments where cross-functional teams turn insights into action.

I’m passionate about using research, analysis, and design to create scalable solutions that benefit communities and organisations alike. Whether it’s supporting clients with strategy, delivering tech-enabled improvements, or mentoring the next generation, I aim to deliver practical outcomes with clarity and empathy.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Co-Founder at Learn4Life Namibia
September 1, 2024 - Present
Founded a mentor program connecting students from more privileged backgrounds with disadvantaged students in Namibia to improve educational access and equality. Led outreach and secured resource commitments through a successful project pitch, establishing initial funding and partnerships to support the programme.
Future Global Leaders Programme at University of Cambridge
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Participated in Cambridge's leadership development program, receiving mentored guidance and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Collaborated on real-world projects centered on the United Nations SDGs, engaging with global sustainability challenges.
Business Analyst Intern at BAE Systems, Digital Intelligence
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Overhauled and developed multiple application features for one client from concept to completion, aligning with stakeholder objectives while ensuring technical feasibility and high user experience standards. Redesigned and implemented a new resource management software system, enabling a GBP 5 million reduction in productivity losses for a client. Created and maintained a company booklet detailing key stakeholder engagement processes and techniques, distributed across the company as a training resource.
Strategy Consulting Intern at I.G. Advisors
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Partnered with a consultant team to work on complex strategy projects, delivering data-driven insights to diverse industry clients and achieving multiple successful proposal pitches. Facilitated and participated in client meetings, communicating findings and ensuring alignment with client objectives after conducting primary and secondary research.

Education

MPhil in Development Studies at University of Cambridge
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
BSc Economic History at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
A Levels at The Latymer School
September 1, 2014 - July 31, 2021

Qualifications

Eileen Power Prize for Academic Achievement
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet