Devout cosmopolitan, normally a dapper gentleman, education professional, financier in the making.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because it is overflowing with interesting people, and I hope to make some lasting friendships here.

Interests

• education
• economics
• languages
• travelling
• finance
• research

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical music: opera (Verdi, Bizet), romanticism tradition (Chopin, Schubert, Vagner), Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, some choral works.
Classic rock, oldies (Sinatra, Astaire, Piaf), jazz.

Haven't been reading anything recently apart from academic papers, and am deeply ashamed of it. So would love to hear some recommendations.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Moved to China and thrived here.

Teach, Learn, Share

What I'd love to learn: the basics of many languages and/or professions as I can, any cultural observations; more advanced French or Chinese.

What I can teach: tips on men's classic clothing, etiquette, basics of Chinese, Russian and... some financial modelling? Haha

What I Can Share with Hosts

Souvenirs from China, language practice for someone learning Chinese or Russian (or English for that matter, haha). Return favours if you happen to come to Beijing.

Countries I’ve Visited

China, Cyprus, Georgia, Latvia, Russian Federation, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Russian Federation