Rod Bain

Dr. Rod Bain is a Lecturer in Management at the University of Stirling, specifically within the School of Management, Work and Organisation. His academic journey includes roles at multiple institutions, including Visiting Researcher at Lancaster University’s Pentland Centre for Sustainability in Business (2022–present) and Honorary Lecturer at the University of Manchester (2020–2021). With a background in project management across creative industries, environmental sectors, and community woodlands, Bain’s research focuses on sustainability transitions, biodiversity governance, and nature-based solutions. His work bridges theory and practice, exploring how organizations, policies, and communities navigate ecological challenges.

His interdisciplinary approach addresses topics such as ocean governance, woodland conservation, and innovative business strategies aligned with environmental goals. Current projects include nature-based enterprise in community woodlands and ports’ roles in ocean governance. Bain emphasizes the importance of creativity and knowledge mobilization in fostering sustainable practices, advocating for practical skills development among practitioners.

He has contributed to external roles, including External Examiner for the University of the Highlands and Islands’ business programs since 2028. His research outputs span sustainability transitions, knowledge systems, and organizational practices, with publications emphasizing cultural politics, social innovation, and interdisciplinary methodologies. While no formal awards are listed, his work reflects a commitment to impactful, boundary-crossing scholarship.