SOAR - Nottingham Chapter
Launched in April 2017, Nottingham is SOAR’s third Chapter in the United Kingdom. The first Armenian community in Britain was formed in Manchester in the 19th century. Comprised of textile traders, small manufacturers and retailers, the first Armenian Church was opened in 1870. The Armenian population in Great Britain is approximately 18,000, living primarily in London and Manchester.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Gayane Arsenyan
President
Gayane Arsenyan is an experienced professional with extensive involvement in data analytics, business intelligence, and actuarial sciences. She has a solid background in transforming data into valuable insights that drive strategic decision-making and support growth. She has contributed her skills across various sectors, including financial services and insurance, always focusing on delivering impactful, data-driven solutions.
In addition to her professional work, Gayane is dedicated to community development and advancing actuarial science globally. She currently serves as a Director of the Board of Directors for Actuaires du Monde and the President of the Actuarial Society of Armenia. Gayane holds an MSc in Business Analytics from Imperial College London and an MSc in Risk Management from the University of Nottingham.
Armen Simonyan
Armen Simonyan has a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and International Relations and holds a strong interest in policy research, international cooperation, and social impact. He looks forward to pursuing further education in these fields.
He has been actively involved in the local startup community and participated in the ‘Beyond the Limits’ program hosted by Liepaja University in Latvia, which encourages entrepreneurship and creativity.
As a member of SOAR Nottingham, Armen is particularly motivated to support Armenian youth in their professional development and engage in community-centered initiatives aimed at promoting growth and opportunity.
Eduard Zakaryan
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Laura Zakaryan
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