Meet the Team
Charlie Newton
SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
As Senior Research Associate at Aurora Insights, Charlie uses her expertise in tech market research and data analysis to transform complex datasets into actionable industry insights. Prior to joining Aurora Insights, she worked in strategic intelligence across multiple sectors, analysing macro trends and digital transformation initiatives.
Charlie is fluent in French and Spanish, and highly proficient in Russian.
Charlie holds an MSc in Russia and East European studies from the University of Oxford and a BA in Modern Languages from the University of Durham.
Tel: +44 (0)20 4570 5937
Email: charlie.newton@akabomedia.co.uk
Xinchen Li
research analyst
As Research Analyst at Aurora Insights, Xinchen leverages her expertise in urban economics and data analysis to transform complex datasets into actionable industry intelligence. Her work supports evidence-based decision-making for stakeholders across logistics, transport, and supply chain innovation.
Xinchen holds an MSc in Urban Economic and Development from University College London (UCL) and a BS in Economics from Hunan University. Prior to joining Aurora Insights, she conducted research in urban economic systems, honing her skills in quantitative analysis and policy-relevant insights.
Tel: +44 (0)20 4570 5942
Email: Xinchen.Li@akabomedia.co.uk
Mazvita Musendo
assistant marketing manager
At Aurora Insights, Mazvita applies her marketing expertise to develop impactful communications strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Mazvita is a Journalism graduate from Westminster University with 4+ years of marketing experience. She specialises in creative campaign development, blending brand strategy with emerging technologies like AI. She previously worked for the Financial Times, Property Week, and Decarbonisation Technology Magazine.
Tel: (+44) 20 8037 1779
Email: Mazvita.Musendo@akabomedia.co.uk
mia stanbridge
conference producer
As Conference Producer at Aurora Insights, Mia leverages her research expertise and editorial background to develop insightful and engaging conference programmes. Her work bridges policy, industry, and academia to facilitate meaningful discussions on key sector challenges.
Mia obtained her BA in English Literature from Newcastle University, where she specialised in contemporary political literature. Before joining Aurora Insights, she worked as an Editorial Researcher at the Westminster Health Forum, focusing on policy analysis in the life sciences and decarbonisation within the sector.
Tel: +44 (0)20 4570 4063
Email: Mia.Stanbridge@akabomedia.co.uk
Stephen Brooks
Managing Director
