Keith Brown

Keith Brown is a Professor in the Department of Organizational Management at Cape Breton University (CBU), located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaw People. His work bridges Indigenous business principles, cultural tourism, and regional economic development. He has contributed extensively to understanding Indigenous entrepreneurship models, cultural authenticity in tourism, and economic transitions in Cape Breton.

Research Interests:
His primary focus lies in Indigenous economic sovereignty, the intersection of cultural heritage and tourism, and strategies for sustainable regional development. Notable projects include analyses of the Membertou Business Model and the governance dynamics of Aboriginal cultural tourism.

Publications Overview:
His research highlights themes of authenticity in cultural tourism, governance challenges in heritage sites, and the evolution of economic systems in island regions. Recent work explores Cape Breton University’s 50-year legacy and transitions from government-driven innovation to private-sector responsiveness.

Advising & Grants:
No specific advisee or grant information was provided in the text. His contributions are primarily through research publications and institutional leadership.

Labs/Teams:
While no specific lab affiliations are mentioned, his work aligns with CBU’s focus on community-engaged scholarship and Indigenous partnerships.