I am English. I currently live in Russia, and have held Russian citizenship since in 2001.
Previous projects and milestones include:
- Speaker on YouTube in support of writing projects (2015-2024)
- Independent writing project (2014-2022):
- Op-ed writer, Russia Today (2014-2015)
- PR consultancy owner, (2010-2014)
- Radio presenter, Sputnik Radio (2010-2013)
- Director of International Projects, Mikhailov & Partners (2008-2010)
- Film Reviewer, Moscow News (2007-2008)
- IT Copywriter, (2000-2008)
- Marketing Writer, (1996-2000)
- CTEFLA Teacher, (1995-1996)
- Birmingham University, BA (Hons) Russian Language and Literature (1991-1994)