As the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Edford Consultants, Maria Xiao has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth and strategic direction. With years of experience as an accomplished educational consultant, she boasts a remarkable track record of engaging students and managerial stakeholders at various levels to deliver exceptional results. Prior to establishing Overseas Education & Immigration Ltd. (Overseas Tutorial College), Maria spent over a decade working in Chinese universities and high schools as a teacher, lecturer, and independent educational consultant. She is a seasoned leader, possessing in-depth expertise in nurturing strong client relationships, fostering high-performing client teams, and maintaining a disciplined focus on operations and execution.

Thomas Oliver, a seasoned business development manager, plays a crucial role in driving Overseas Education & Immigration Ltd.’s sustained expansion in the UK and China education markets. Boasting expertise in business strategy, research, and development, Thomas has established himself as a valuable asset to the firm. He diligently collects feedback from clients and potential customers, which he then communicates with the internal team and management to refine and enhance the company’s future initiatives.

Mr Stephen Liao is a seasoned educational consultant with 13 years of experience in the industry. His expertise spans a variety of consultancy functions, such as student visa guidance, institutional management, project management, communications management, and client relationship building. In every project he undertakes, Stephen plays a vital role in establishing the project’s direction and scope, formulating the strategy, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional professional services.

Ms. Georgia Barnes has contributed years of accomplished marketing expertise to Overseas Education and Immigration Ltd.’s offerings. She oversees the development and execution of marketing and advertising initiatives for all undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Georgia implements effective marketing strategies while managing the student recruitment team, the student experience, and the web and publications teams.

Tanveer Abbot excels in recruitment, business, and accountancy. He supports clients by offering strategic planning, fostering cultural transformation and integration, and crafting effective academic strategies. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of accountancy, executive coaching, and management skill development, Tanveer expertly steers clients toward successful and sustainable growth.

Dawn Yun is a skilled consultant at one of Overseas Education and Immigration Ltd.’s regional offices. She possesses extensive expertise in Tier 4 and immigration regulations, and her deep understanding of the UK educational system makes her an ideal choice for international students. Dawn consistently guides her students through the application process, helping them find the institution that best aligns with their unique requirements. Her services typically include education counseling, coordination of language tests, preparation of institution applications, pre-departure briefings, visa and immigration advice, and assistance with flights and accommodations.