B. Akshay Kumar is a driven education consultant and strategic leader dedicated to guiding students toward global academic opportunities, with a specialized focus on the United Kingdom. Currently pursuing a Master's in Global Business Management at the University of Roehampton, Akshay possesses firsthand insight into the international student journey. As a UK Destination Head and Managing Partner at Global Graad, he plays a key role in shaping international education pathways, ensuring students receive structured, transparent, and career-focused guidance.
With an established background in quality assurance and customer service at Amazon in both India and the UK , Akshay combines analytical problem-solving with high-level communication skills to support aspiring students. Alongside his consulting work, he actively shares real-world guidance through his digital brand "londonloakshay," extending his impact to a wider audience of prospective global scholars.
Biography
Akshay Kumar’s professional journey reflects ambition, rapid adaptability, and a strong commitment to student success. His professional foundation includes managing complex customer inquiries and conducting rigorous quality audits for Amazon. This analytical, customer-first approach translates seamlessly into international education consulting, allowing him to deeply understand student needs, research effective solutions, and navigate complex university frameworks. Beyond one-on-one consulting, he leverages platforms like YouTube and Instagram to simplify the study-abroad process. Under the handle londonloakshay, he has built a dedicated community of over 1.6K Instagram followers and 700+ YouTube subscribers. This digital presence allows him to connect with students globally, sharing practical advice, real experiences, and step-by-step guidance. Rather than following a conventional path, he has built his expertise through direct engagement with students, continuous learning, and his own lived experience as a professional and student in the UK.
Experience
1. UK Market Leadership & Strategic Direction
● Draws on his Master's-level expertise in Global Strategic Management and Leadership to oversee UK-focused education pathways, ensuring high-quality student placements.
● Provides expert-level guidance on UK universities, course selection, and visa frameworks based on current, on-the-ground UK experience.
● Develops structured admission strategies aligned with long-term student career goals.
● Integrates digital outreach through his "londonloakshay" platforms to enhance student awareness and engagement across borders.
2. Quality-Driven Student Advisory
● Leverages his corporate Quality Assurance background to analyze student profiles meticulously, ensuring high accuracy and tailored university recommendations.
● Delivers personalized counseling tailored to academic background, financial planning, and career vision.
● Supports the complete application lifecycle with a focus on high-level customer satisfaction: ○ University shortlisting & profile building ○ SOP & documentation guidance ○ Application processing & Visa assistance 3. Business Leadership & Digital Growth
● Serves as Managing Partner, contributing to strategic decision-making and operational growth for the consultancy.
● Builds and strengthens student networks through both offline channels and high-engagement digital content.
● Continually adapts to changing customer experience trends and technologies to keep the business's advisory services forward-thinking and accessible.
Consulting Approach
● Strategic Academic & Career Guidance: Providing tailored university and course recommendations aligned with both current industry automation trends and long-term career goals.
● Holistic & Personalized Counseling: Balancing academic potential, financial considerations, and personal aspirations with the empathy developed through extensive client-facing roles.
● End-to-End Admission Support: Managing the complete process from application to visa approval, utilizing strong organizational skills honed in fast-paced operational environments.
● Digital-First Student Engagement: Utilizing YouTube and Instagram (londonloakshay) to provide real-time, highly accessible guidance to a growing global subscriber base.
● Transparent & Student-First Approach: Maintaining clarity, honesty, and consistent support throughout the journey, prioritizing quality service delivery above all else.
UK destination head Managing partner