Tiago Botelho

Tiago Botelho is a Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the Norwich Business School, University of East Anglia. He holds a PhD in Management from the University of Glasgow and has held academic positions at multiple institutions including the University of Strathclyde and Universidade Nova de Lisboa. His research focuses on entrepreneurial finance with specialization in business angel decision-making, methodological applications in finance research, and interactions between different funding ecosystems.

Botelho's research examines critical aspects of early-stage investing including:

• Decision-making frameworks of angel investors
• Comparative analysis of venture funding methodologies
• Cross-border investment mechanisms
• Impact investing and sustainable finance models
• Market evolution during economic disruptions

His publication portfolio demonstrates strong focus on innovation finance, particularly in sustainable technologies and crisis response. Recent works explore green investment strategies, blockchain adoption barriers, and pandemic-era financing patterns. The research consistently addresses market gaps in SME funding and develops frameworks for resilient entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Honors and Recognition:

• Adam Smith Research Foundation Scholarship (2013-2015)
• Peer reviewer for Venture Capital: An International Journal of Entrepreneurial Finance

As Accreditation Director and MBA Course Leader, Botelho oversees academic standards and program development. He maintains industry connections through consultancy reports on sustainable finance and regularly contributes to policy discussions on angel investment markets.