Who are we?
The London Financial is a collective of students and recent graduates who seek out the very best analysis from universities across the UK and the world.
Through a network of Editors, and our team of Marketers, we seek to bring the most capable student and graduate analysis to the forefront of contemporary debate, without the usual barriers to entry that prevent easy publication. We combine the editorial integrity of a professional newspaper, with the efficiency of a flat hierarchy and fluid internal communications. Editor@TheLondonFinancial.com
Management Team
Matthew H. Stevens
Managing DirectorMatthew is a Political Economy graduate from King’s College London who founded several financial research societies. He is passionate about enhancing student opportunity across in finance. He is currently working in FinTech and persuing the CFA designation.
Aleks Asenov
DirectorIvan Vrhovac
Marketing DirectorIvan is a King’s College London graduate from Croatia. He is interested in the public markets, macroeconomic developments, and new industry trends. He enjoys meeting curious people and learning about different cultures.
Nikita Dabizha
DirectorClaire Contri
Editor-in-ChiefClaire is a French-American Senior at ESSEC Business School in France. She has already done several internships in finance and loves writing articles. She also has a strong interest in sustainable finance and firmly believes that business can be a force for good and lead to positive change. Claire also serves as the Markets Editor of The London Financial. Last but not least, she enjoys meeting new people from different backgrounds and experiences the most!
Carina Schuster
Assistant Editor-in-ChiefCarina Schuster is a multilingual tech & science editor for The London Financial and a podcast anchor, covering groundbreaking stories in the matter of disruptive technology developments. Throughout her experience as a journalist in the editorial and digital worlds, she was selected by CNN Money Switzerland in 2020 as a digital producer intern and has demonstrated a collaborative and creative spirit, working alongside talented journalists and delivering impactful stories with the main aim of simplifying the complexity of technology.
Editorial Team
Please note: The Editors share a single email inbox, Editor@TheLondonFinancial.com - Therefore, please address your emails and submissions to the relevant Editor.
Claire Contri
Markets EditorClaire is a French-American Senior at ESSEC Business School in France. She has already done several internships in finance and loves writing articles. She also has a strong interest in sustainable finance and firmly believes that business can be a force for good and lead to positive change. Claire also serves as the Editor-In-Chief of The London Financial. Last but not least, she enjoys meeting new people from different backgrounds and experiences the most!
Rushil Uppal
Political EditorAs a law student at the London School of Economics (LSE), Rushil’s interest lies in examining the intersection of law and policy. After studying public law in her first year, she has developed a passion for constitutional law and governance which has developed a nuanced understanding of legal frameworks and their impact on political institutions. With legal internships in sectors of corporate, property, but specifically family law, Rushil has cultivated a particular focus on issues of justice, civil liberties and the evolving role of international law in domestic politics.
Angelina Koval
Law EditorAngelina is an undergraduate at LSE studying Law. She is particularly interested in English and international public law, as well as the intersections between jurisprudence and practical manifestations of the law. She enjoys exploring ambiguities in the law, especially insofar as technology and AI is concerned.
Isabel Omotajo
Economics EditorIsabel is an undergraduate law student at the LSE passionate about delving into the intersection of commercial and property law, finance and economics. Having developed a strong interest in corporate finance and governance during her company law studies, and worked both in commercial law firms and as a financial analyst, Isabel delights in always seeking out an interdisciplinary edge to her research and writing.
Aela Niget-Powers
Arts & Society EditorAela is a student at ESSEC Business School, holding dual French and American citizenship. Committed to her passion for the arts, she attends night classes at l'école du Louvre to further her knowledge and appreciation of artistic expression. Aela has explored diverse cultures worldwide, fostering a global perspective. Her editorial endeavors are driven by a desire to elevate conversations, infusing them with a nuanced exploration of the dynamic interplay between art and society
Carina Schuster
Science & Tech EditorCarina Schuster is a multilingual tech and science editor for The London Financial & a podcast anchor and producer for SciTech Suisse, covering groundbreaking stories in the matter of disruptive technology developments and interviewing top experts in AI, the Metaverse, Web3, Blockchain and scientific research. Throughout her experience as a journalist in the editorial and digital worlds, she was selected by CNN Money Switzerland in 2020 as a digital producer intern and has demonstrated a collaborative and creative spirit, working alongside talented journalists and delivering impactful stories with the main aim of simplifying the complexity of technology.
Alisson Pacheco Ramos
Business EditorAlisson Pacheco Ramos is a Peruvian student pursuing a Master's degree in Management and finance at Audencia Business School in Nantes, France. She is passionate about Finance and Strategy Consulting. Her motivation for social innovation, responsible business, and sustainable development as a strategy drives her to always surpass herself and anticipate the future, transforming large-scale, high-impact businesses. Her ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages is a valuable asset, she combines her excellent analytical skills in financial services, network excellence, digital, and cost analysis with knowledge of Law, Accounting, digital marketing, and renewable energy to advocate for impactful solutions firmly rooted in scientific evidence, spanning Business, Markets, and Sustainable Finance.