Igor Filip

Student at Berkhamsted Sixth

I'm a 17 year old student based near London, studying Business, Economics, and Computer Science. My interests lay at the intersection of regulatory policies, markets, technology, and how people make decisions in society.

Currently studying

Research, Writing

Can emerging technologies substitute for trust in consumer markets?

An extended project qualification (EPQ) focusing on whether technologies such as blockchain systems and artificial intelligence are able to replace the formerly human-driven trust in regulated markets.

How Pokémon GO leverages user behaviour to generate valuable data and commercial opportunities

An article investigating how a globally popular mobile game has become a valuable asset for artificial intelligence and geographic mapping companies through large-scale user data collection and insights.

Technology now allows personalised pricing. If this came to be widely used, what effects should we expect?

An essay exploring the potential implications of personalised pricing technologies on consumer behaviour and market dynamics in modern day commerce, with a focus on market disruption.

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Does switching from re-reading to active self-testing improve academic performance?

Research examining whether active self-testing is more effective than passive re-reading in improving students’ academic performance, combining insights from existing literature with an independent investigation and original conclusions about optimal study methods for Sixth students.

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Design, Concepts

Posters, postcards and other design assets connecting the D-I-Ply brand

D-I-Ply

As Managing Director of D-I-Ply, I led the development of a consistent brand identity across posters, pricing pages at trade events, and promotional materials visible in public spaces. Working with the team, I ensured our focus on sustainability, craftsmanship, and creativity was clearly reflected throughout the branding of the company, creating a cohesive and professional brand presence.

Concept of the re-designed Orange Flex software

Orange Flex

After identifying major usability flaws through personal use and user feedback, I explored how a leading mobile provider could present its services more clearly and honestly. Drawing on the Orange brand, I developed a more transparent alternative to the existing Orange Flex mobile software product, focusing on simplicity in finer details while remaining informative and supportive to their customers.

Branding of Cofa, with muddled letters

Cofa

To broaden my abilities in corporate design, I created Cofa, a premium coffee shop experience from scratch. Drawing on successful strategies from established coffee brands, I developed user experience offerings including a kiosk payment terminal and customer loyalty mobile application, alongside branding guidelines to deliver a clear and cohesive experience throughout the journey.

Concept of the imagined Box Café pre-ordering software

Box Café

As part of a final group project titled “Second Serving,” I designed a mobile application using Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School’s design language to reduce waste in the Box Café by enabling students to pre-order meals. The project focused on accessibility in software, ensuring it was intuitive and usable for students of all ages while providing clarity to guardians through the form of notifications.

Concept of the GenID service utilising GOV.UK design terminology

GenID

Using the GOV.UK design terminology as guidance, I conceptualised a single centralised platform for citizens and residents where information related to employment, housing, documentation, and connections could be accessed. This concept explored the rigid guidelines of governmental policy and what I learnt about the complex architecture behind the GOV.UK services range.

Concept of the re-designed Orange Flex domain registrar website

Porkbun

Using the GOV.UK design terminology as guidance, I conceptualised a single centralised platform for citizens and residents where information related to employment, housing, documentation, and connections could be accessed. This concept explored the rigid guidelines of governmental policy and what I learnt about the complex architecture behind the GOV.UK services range.

Featured Articles

Sixth-led clubs in the Zaha Hadid Building with the Berkhamsted logo

Introducing the Sixth-led clubs stretching our younger years

Towards the end of 2025, another student and I proposed a new initiative to enhance extracurricular opportunities within Berkhamsted, this article highlights our commitment to creating a more engaging and inclusive environment for younger years.


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The Berkhamsted UKSDC team standing in front of Imperial College in London

Aiming sky-high at UK Space Design Competition

I was fortunate to participate and write the article for our team at the UK Space Design Competition, where I operated as the Head of Business operations leading finances and the implementation of various technologies and materials into our hypothetical vessel.


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The attendees and guests at the annual Berkhamsted Academic Gala

Berkhamsted’s Academic Gala

In March of 2026, I was invited as an attendee and Guest Speaker to the annual Berkhamsted Academic Gala. With the theme of entrepreneurship and innovation, I shared my experiences as the Managing Director of D-I-Ply with the audience of 110+ guests.


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Experience

Managing Director

D-I-Ply

Leading a 15 member student company specialising in the production of sustainable, high-quality, creative wooden and plywood products, overseeing and managing all strategic, and operational decisions. Liaising with external suppliers and industry professionals to negotiate terms and maintain strong business relationships. Co-ordinating the preparation of trade stand and market appearances, programme reporting, and team deadlines across several cross-functional departments such as finance, marketing, and production.

Student Consultant

Berkhamsted Castle

Collaborating with a consultancy team to support Berkhamsted Castle, a national heritage site, with a focus on strengthening efforts to fundraise and restore the site. Engaging directly with clients to understand the challenges, gather insights regarding the heritage and understand long-term priorities. Researching how similar organisations fundraise, restore historic places, build vital links with their respective local communities, and analysing which approaches can be applied.

Project Lead

Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School

Founded a platform to address challenges faced by students, ensuring alignment with school regulations and safeguarding requirements. Collaborated with leadership, teachers, and student representatives to review project viability, gather feedback, and refine the platform for maximum and lasting impact. Delivered branding, launch materials, and handover documentation to support long-term adoption and smooth continuation of the project after leaving the school.

Creative Design

Fluxus Executor

Collaborated in a remote, cross-functional team to assess brand recognition and design a refreshed visual identity for a popular games executor. Led the user interface overhaul for the leading mobile version, utilising tools such as Figma and adhering to technical specifications and a number of project guidelines.

Content Strategist

Freelance, TikTok and Instagram

Built and scaled a strong social media presence with over 75,000 followers, collaborating with leading companies and driving revenue through strategic placements in content. Directed content strategy and branding efforts, ensuring consistent engagement, timely delivery, and professional communication throughout the partnership providing strong and reliable results to firms.

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