Hengameh Karimi is an accomplished educator and researcher dedicated to enhancing teaching and learning practices. With a first-class BA Hons in Linguistics, a master’s degree in TESOL, and a PGCE in Higher Education, Hengameh focuses her doctoral research on educational leadership and school improvement at the University of West London (UWL). She has taught ESOL, EAP and academic study skills at UWL and Queen Mary University of London. As a senior research associate at Oxford Business College (OBC), Hengameh has published extensively and presented at prominent conferences, including BERA and UWL’s annual doctoral conferences. Her research interests include educational leadership, staff professional development and student experience in the field of education. Committed to advancing education, Hengameh actively contributes to scholarly discourse, striving for excellence in teaching and fostering student-centred learning communities.