Louise Suckley

Dr. Louise Suckley is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management at Sheffield Hallam University's College of Business, Technology and Engineering. Her research focuses on the interplay between physical workspaces and organizational outcomes, with emphasis on coworking spaces, workplace productivity, and creative environments. She holds a PhD, PgC, and BA in relevant fields.

Her research explores how spatial design impacts creativity and productivity, including studies on sociomaterial practices in coworking environments and pandemic-driven workspace transitions. Notable contributions include analyses of age/gender differences in office usage and evolutionary approaches to SME innovation.

Recent work emphasizes post-pandemic workspace adaptability, hybrid work models, and the role of physical environments in fostering innovation. She has published in journals like International Journal of Organization Theory & Behavior and Facilities, and presented at events like the European Coworking Symposium.

• Received 2014 ESRC Competitive Research Award
• Supervises MBA/DBA dissertations in strategy, creativity, and organizational behavior
• Active in collaborative spaces research through international conferences

Her work bridges facility management with organizational behavior, offering practical insights for workplace design and innovation strategies.