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Burak Karaman

Burak Karaman

London,England

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven education entrepreneur with proven experience in founding and scaling international academic ventures. Skilled in business development, marketing, and strategic partnerships, with a strong track record of leading high-growth initiatives in K-12 tutoring and summer programmes. Adept at building cross-functional teams, optimising operations, and delivering impactful educational experiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Business Development Manager

IWS Online School
London
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Lead the strategic expansion of IWS Online School into international markets, securing partnerships with over 10 schools across Romania, Turkey, Africa, and the Middle East.
  • Scaled the business from pre-profit to consistent monthly profitability (£15k+), with a projected £5k-£10k monthly growth trajectory.
  • Designed and launched a global franchise model, generating £100,000+ in upfront sales from Brazil and Turkey.
  • Managed and negotiated £1.5M in equity funding (30% stake), aligning investor expectations with business goals.

CEO/Founder

EverNorth Education
London
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Founded and scaled a premium K-12 tutoring and summer school brand across the UK and Romania.
  • Designed and launched high-impact academic and internship programmes; flagship summer school generated £100k+ profit.
  • Directed all marketing and CRM operations; implemented WhatsApp automation and campaign systems.
  • Recruited and managed cross-functional teams; led international agency partnerships and opened EverNorth Hub in Bucharest.

Sales & Marketing Executive

IWS Online School
London
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Spearheaded B2B and B2C sales strategies, driving revenue growth through agent partnerships.
  • Executed multi-channel marketing campaigns (Meta, SEO, content), boosting lead gen by 35% and traffic by 40%.
  • Managed customer journey from acquisition to retention, improving long-term enrolments.

Venture Capital Intern

Amalfi Capital
London
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Built investor databases for venture debt and revenue-based financing; identified 200+ firms.
  • Evaluated funding trends in fintech, education, and maritime sectors across Europe, GCC, and Africa.
  • Supported decision-making with market research and startup evaluation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Greenwich
London
01.2024 - 06.2025

Skills

  • Marketing Strategies
  • Project Management
  • Business Development Strategies
  • Executive Management
  • Brand Marketing
  • Performance Metrics & KPI Analysis
  • Business Development & Growth Strategy
  • Financial Planning & Budget Management
  • Team Leadership & People Management
  • Programme Development (K–12, Summer School)
  • B2B & B2C Growth Strategy
  • Franchise Sales & Expansion
  • Operational Scaling & Automation
  • Strategic Partnerships & International Expansion
  • Customer Engagement & Retention

Personal Information

Title: Business Development Manager

Timeline

Venture Capital Intern

Amalfi Capital
03.2025 - 06.2025

CEO/Founder

EverNorth Education
07.2024 - 06.2025

Business Development Manager

IWS Online School
01.2024 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Greenwich
01.2024 - 06.2025

Sales & Marketing Executive

IWS Online School
01.2022 - 01.2024
Burak Karaman