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Serena de Nahlik
Opportunities Manager - Making things better by making better things
Serena de Nahlik is the Opportunities Manager at Oxford Product Design Ltd, where she has been working for over a year. In her role, she focuses on building and maximizing opportunities for both clients and the company, overseeing projects that range from initial ideas to prototype design and engineering.13
Background and Education
Serena graduated with an MEng from the University of Oxford in 2015. She has nearly a decade of experience in the Oxford tech ecosystem, starting her career as an engineer at a biomedical engineering spinout. Subsequently, she worked at Oxford University Innovation (OUI) as an Assistant Licensing & Ventures Manager, where she supported various projects across disciplines including biomedical engineering and physics.12
Current Role
At Oxford Product Design Ltd, Serena's responsibilities include:
- Project Management: Overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Client Support: Providing comprehensive assistance from concept through to prototype development.
- Collaboration: Working with spinouts and multinational companies across various industries.13
Additional Involvement
Beyond her professional work, Serena is actively involved in promoting mental health initiatives at OUI and participates in the IDEA | EnSpire Oxford program. She also enjoys sports such as Ultimate frisbee and climbing, reflecting her passion for outdoor activities.12
