Gizem Kutlu

Dr. Gizem Kutlu is a Lecturer in Business and Management at Coventry University London, where she teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. She is the module leader for Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurship and Innovation, contributing significantly to the academic delivery in her field.

• PhD in Management, Open University Business School, UK (2023)
• MSc in Management and International Relations, University of Lincoln, UK (2018)
• BA in English Language and Literature, Yeditepe University, Turkey (2016)

Her research lies at the intersection of sustainability, entrepreneurship, gender, and innovation. She investigates sustainable business models, particularly in women's tourism entrepreneurship, and explores environmental and social innovation in SMEs. Her work also extends to equity in higher education, focusing on reducing attainment gaps among minoritized ethnic students.

Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in gender-responsive sustainable entrepreneurship, with a geographic focus on Turkey and broader theoretical contributions to sustainable business models and environmental innovation. The articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining gender theory, sustainability, and entrepreneurial practice.

• Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ISBE) - Academic Membership
• British Academy of Management (BAM) - Academic Membership

Dr. Kutlu has been actively involved in research collaborations, particularly with The Open University, focusing on pedagogical interventions to support underrepresented students in higher education. While no specific grants are mentioned, her publication record and ongoing research activities indicate active scholarly engagement. She has also contributed to academic discourse through conference presentations and an upcoming book chapter.

There is no explicit mention of labs or research teams in the provided text, though her collaborative research and teaching leadership suggest integration within academic networks and institutional initiatives.