David Clough

David Clough is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business, affiliated with the Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Division and the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group. He holds a PhD from INSEAD and degrees from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on innovation ecosystems, technological evolution, interorganizational networks, and entrepreneurship. Clough explores how founding teams form, how platforms diffuse through social coordination, and the strategic implications of emerging technologies like the metaverse. His work frequently intersects with organizational learning and resource mobilization in entrepreneurial contexts.

Key research interests include platform ecosystems, temporary gatherings as innovation hubs, and the behavioral dynamics of entrepreneurial strategy. His articles analyze topics like metaverse management, founding team formation theories, and the decentralized structures of AI-driven platforms. Clough’s contributions span academia and practice, addressing challenges in strategic management and innovation policy.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. His teaching includes entrepreneurship courses for BCom programs. Clough collaborates with institutions like INSEAD and maintains an active presence in entrepreneurship research seminars.