Mark Upton possesses extensive experience in the education sector, currently serving on the Alumni Advisory Board at Loughborough University since September 2023. As the Owner and Director of upto u Education Services since 2008, Mark emphasizes lifelong learning and collaborative knowledge acquisition. Mark is actively involved as a member of the International Advisory Committee for New Media Arts College and as a volunteer LEAD for Learnlife in China. Furthermore, Mark holds the position of Director of Education for ICONA Group and serves as CEO of Children's University in China. Mark's past roles include Interim Principal at Westholme School and Senior Partner at Long On Group, among others, each focusing on innovative and quality-driven educational approaches. Mark's academic credentials include degrees from the University of Cambridge and Loughborough University, underscoring a strong foundation in education leadership and sustainability.