Stephen Dann

Dr. Stephen Dann is a Senior Lecturer in the Research School of Management at The Australian National University. His research focuses on marketing, management, and leadership, with particular emphasis on social media analysis, disability inclusion, and innovation adoption. He is a Certified Lego® Serious Play™ Facilitator, exploring its applications in education and industry.

Education:

• PhD in Marketing (Griffith University)
• Bachelor of Commerce with Honours (Griffith University)
• Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (ANU)

Research Interests:

• Social media analysis (Instagram, Twitter) and its societal impacts
• Applications of Lego Serious Play in teaching and research
• Disability inclusion in healthcare and public spaces
• Innovation adoption frameworks and entrepreneurship
• Services marketing and postgraduate supervision methodologies

Projects:

• 3D Food Printer for Dysphagia (2020–2024): Developing assistive food technology for swallowing disorders.
• Lego Serious Play in Professional Development (2018–2019): Enhancing metacognitive skills in postgraduate education.

Key Contributions:

• Pioneer in analyzing Twitter and Instagram content for social marketing insights.
• Co-developed frameworks for evaluating social media in healthcare rehabilitation.
• Advocate for inclusive technologies and disability rights through digital platforms.