Our Team
Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Clever Magazine, Independent Education Consultant, Founder & CEO of Lebedeva Education and Clever Guide, Henley & Partners Global Education Consultant, Associate Coach of the International Coach and Trainer Association, Vice President of the Cambridge Coaching Society.
Kristina is an expert in first-class education, an education consultant, coach, and mentor with nearly fifteen years of experience in the field.
Over the years, she has helped more than 500 students gain admission to some of the world's leading schools and universities. Kristina is passionate about education and believes in its power to change lives and shape the future.
One of Kristina's primary areas of expertise is guiding students and families through the opportunities and challenges of international education, providing trusted, first-hand insights that help them make informed decisions.
Kristina's mission is to provide reliable and authentic information about top-tier educational institutions while connecting, educating, and empowering those striving to achieve their ambitions.
Kristina holds a Master's degree in Economics, International Relations, and Philosophy from the Prague University of Economics and Business, has undertaken advanced studies in Psychology, Counselling, and Coaching at the University of Oxford, and is completing her second Master's degree in Coaching at the University of Cambridge. She is based in Switzerland.
Over the years, she has helped more than 500 students gain admission to some of the world's leading schools and universities. Kristina is passionate about education and believes in its power to change lives and shape the future.
One of Kristina's primary areas of expertise is guiding students and families through the opportunities and challenges of international education, providing trusted, first-hand insights that help them make informed decisions.
Kristina's mission is to provide reliable and authentic information about top-tier educational institutions while connecting, educating, and empowering those striving to achieve their ambitions.
Kristina holds a Master's degree in Economics, International Relations, and Philosophy from the Prague University of Economics and Business, has undertaken advanced studies in Psychology, Counselling, and Coaching at the University of Oxford, and is completing her second Master's degree in Coaching at the University of Cambridge. She is based in Switzerland.
Author at Clever Magazine, Marketing Events Officer, MASc Alum & Coach at the London Interdisciplinary School (LIS), United Kingdom.
Kirill believes that education is the key mechanism in making the world spin progressively. It is the path the majority of humans must take that shapes them from confused children to active participants of society. It is also the place where children spend most of their time outside of home.
Although generational burdens of outdated thinking can be passed on to our parents, an innovative educational system is what inevitably breaks these deadlocks or inflicts critical reasoning upon young adults. Consequently, it is the system that raises the thinkers and leaders of tomorrow.
Kirill’s concern is that the educational establishment does this appropriately - inflicting the right morals, manners, skills, and information upon the developing and adaptive mind.
The main challenge for education systems worldwide is the ever-so-quickly developing world, the information, and understanding about which is harder and harder to accumulate into 15 years of class. Kirill’s mission is to build an education system that is adaptive to this rapidly developing world and to start a revolution in the collective perspective of education’s role in society.
Kirill’s motto: The two key components to progress are variation and communication. The greater both are, the faster innovation thrives.
Although generational burdens of outdated thinking can be passed on to our parents, an innovative educational system is what inevitably breaks these deadlocks or inflicts critical reasoning upon young adults. Consequently, it is the system that raises the thinkers and leaders of tomorrow.
Kirill’s concern is that the educational establishment does this appropriately - inflicting the right morals, manners, skills, and information upon the developing and adaptive mind.
The main challenge for education systems worldwide is the ever-so-quickly developing world, the information, and understanding about which is harder and harder to accumulate into 15 years of class. Kirill’s mission is to build an education system that is adaptive to this rapidly developing world and to start a revolution in the collective perspective of education’s role in society.
Kirill’s motto: The two key components to progress are variation and communication. The greater both are, the faster innovation thrives.
Author at Clever Magazine and bachelor’s student in Political Science and Journalism at the University of Toronto, Canada.
Daria Bella Matuznaia is a journalist, public relations professional, and human rights advocate with experience across international development, media, and social impact. Her work focuses on strategic communications, storytelling, and amplifying underrepresented voices.
After beginning her studies in Politics & International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, Daria Bella transferred to the University of Toronto, where she studies Political Science, Media & Communication Studies, and Economics.
Alongside her academic journey, she has contributed to international initiatives promoting gender equality, community engagement, and social change.
Daria Bella believes that thoughtful communication and education have the power to inspire action, connect communities, and create lasting positive change.
After beginning her studies in Politics & International Relations at Queen Mary University of London, Daria Bella transferred to the University of Toronto, where she studies Political Science, Media & Communication Studies, and Economics.
Alongside her academic journey, she has contributed to international initiatives promoting gender equality, community engagement, and social change.
Daria Bella believes that thoughtful communication and education have the power to inspire action, connect communities, and create lasting positive change.
Master's student in Marketing at New York University (NYU), USA.
Elizabeth is one of the Czech Republic's leading young content creators, with over 500,000 followers across social media platforms. She believes that education is one of the most important foundations for a person's future.
A graduate of a prestigious Austrian high school in Prague, she later earned her bachelor's degree from City, University of London before continuing her studies at NYU in New York. Elizabeth credits a transformative summer in Switzerland with broadening her perspective, introducing her to inspiring people from around the world, and encouraging her to take initiative in shaping her own path.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, she discovered her passion for content creation. Through creativity, hard work, and consistency, she built a successful career and established herself as a recognised voice on social media.
Interesting fact: Elizabeth speaks six languages and has executive-produced several music videos for Czech artists.
Elizabeth's core belief is that clever, capable, and kind people always find their way to one another and, through collaboration and open-mindedness, have the power to change the world.
A graduate of a prestigious Austrian high school in Prague, she later earned her bachelor's degree from City, University of London before continuing her studies at NYU in New York. Elizabeth credits a transformative summer in Switzerland with broadening her perspective, introducing her to inspiring people from around the world, and encouraging her to take initiative in shaping her own path.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, she discovered her passion for content creation. Through creativity, hard work, and consistency, she built a successful career and established herself as a recognised voice on social media.
Interesting fact: Elizabeth speaks six languages and has executive-produced several music videos for Czech artists.
Elizabeth's core belief is that clever, capable, and kind people always find their way to one another and, through collaboration and open-mindedness, have the power to change the world.
Bachelor's student in Politics and International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), UK.
Marie is a graduate of Nový PORG in Prague, one of the Czech Republic's leading academic high schools, and studies Politics and International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), UK.
Having experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating an increasingly complex and often contradictory university admissions landscape, she understands how overwhelming the abundance of information can be. Through Clever Magazine, she hopes to help prospective students make informed decisions by sharing practical insights from her own journey.
She is passionate about global affairs, communication, and storytelling, and enjoys meeting people from different cultures. This interest has led her to participate in Model United Nations conferences and to help organise her school's own MUN programme.
Alongside her academic pursuits, Marie enjoys learning languages—currently studying her fifth—and actively engages in a wide range of intellectual and extracurricular activities.
Having experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating an increasingly complex and often contradictory university admissions landscape, she understands how overwhelming the abundance of information can be. Through Clever Magazine, she hopes to help prospective students make informed decisions by sharing practical insights from her own journey.
She is passionate about global affairs, communication, and storytelling, and enjoys meeting people from different cultures. This interest has led her to participate in Model United Nations conferences and to help organise her school's own MUN programme.
Alongside her academic pursuits, Marie enjoys learning languages—currently studying her fifth—and actively engages in a wide range of intellectual and extracurricular activities.
Kristina Pospeeva
Graphic & Visual Designer at Clever Magazine, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Kristina is a passionate and dedicated graphic and visual designer based in Amsterdam. Design is not just her profession; it's her love and a way of life. Living in Amsterdam has influenced her work a lot. The city's mix of modern and traditional vibes is a big inspiration for Kristina.
Clever Magazine is one of her most loved and fulfilling projects. It's a project that brings her so much joy, and Kristina loves exploring the endless possibilities of design and creativity through it.
She strongly believes in the significance of education, particularly in an international context. The theme of education abroad is highly relevant in today's world, and Kristina is deeply committed to shedding light on its importance.
Clever Magazine is one of her most loved and fulfilling projects. It's a project that brings her so much joy, and Kristina loves exploring the endless possibilities of design and creativity through it.
She strongly believes in the significance of education, particularly in an international context. The theme of education abroad is highly relevant in today's world, and Kristina is deeply committed to shedding light on its importance.