Ursulia Kesani
London
Summary
First-year MRes/PhD researcher examining educational inequality, with a developing focus on student achievement and school-level factors. My doctoral project uses Polish minority schools in Lithuania as a case study, engaging with themes of multiculturalism, assimilation, and translanguaging. Alongside my academic work, I have competed at an elite level in cycling e-racing, representing Lithuania at the Cycling E-Racing World Championship Semi-Finals (2024) and winning the Baltic National Championship in both Time Trial and Road disciplines in 2025.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1971
1971
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General Manager
Vacherin/ITV
2018.05 - 2020.12
- Managed a team of 10, overseeing client relationships and operations for ITV buildings with cafes, hospitality, and events
- Successfully motivated the team to exceed their goals while effectively managing the profit and loss (P/L)
- Initiated a project to reduce waste and managed food waste effectively
- Led a separate project to develop a customer app
- The app aimed to enhance customer experience and engagement with the cafes
General Manager
Vacherin/Workspace/Leather Market
2017.09 - 2018.05
- Led the daily operations of a commercial deli-style restaurant/café with grab-and-go options and hospitality services
- Managed a team of 6 in a vibrant and challenging environment, ensuring high-quality service to customers
- Successfully oversaw the provision of freshly made food and coffee to over 2,000 Workspace users, achieving a 60% gross profit margin through effective financial management
Catering Manager
Vacherin/Cromwell House
2015.02 - 2017.09
- Managed reception, hospitality, and café operations, successfully increasing turnover by 20%
- Reduced labor costs by 23% while maintaining high-quality service standards
- Initiated the launch of healthy food options and wellbeing programs, promoting employee wellness and healthy eating habits
- Received the 2017 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award for developing a sustainable menu and effectively reducing waste
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Research Degree: Education, Practice And Society (with Integrated Research Methods Training)
University College London
London 2025 - Current
Master of Science - Prosperity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
University College London
London 09/2024 - 12/2025
Bachelor of Science - Law
Mykolo Romerio University
Vilnius 2004.09 - 5 2009
Skills
- Literature review proficiency
- Intellectual curiosity
- Interpersonal communication
- Survey design and execution
Languages
English
Fluent
Lithuanian
Native
Polish
Native
Russian
Fluent
Timeline
Doctor of Philosophy - Research Degree: Education, Practice And Society (with Integrated Research Methods Training)
University College London
2025 - Current
General Manager
Vacherin/ITV
2018.05 - 2020.12
General Manager
Vacherin/Workspace/Leather Market
2017.09 - 2018.05
Catering Manager
Vacherin/Cromwell House
2015.02 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Science - Law
Mykolo Romerio University
2004.09 - 5 2009
Master of Science - Prosperity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
University College London
09/2024 - 12/2025