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Anu Puusa is a Professor in Management at the Business School, University of Eastern Finland , with a focus on cooperatives, organizational identity, change, and work-community skills. Her research bridges theory and practice, emphasizing democratic governance, the dual nature of cooperatives, and qualitative methodologies. She serves on boards such as Cooperatives Europe and Pellervo Coop Center , reflecting her commitment to cooperative principles. Research Interests : Co-operatives, Organizational Identity, Change Management, Work-Community Skills, Trust Dynamics, Knowledge Sharing, Innovation Processes Education : Doctor of Philosophy (KTT), with expertise in interpretative paradigm research Recent Publications highlight trends in cooperative governance, resilience in business contexts, and the interplay of trust and member commitment. Her work spans journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings in Journal of Co-operative Organization and Management , Nordic Journal of Business , and Deusto, Estudios Cooperativos . Scientific Awards : Recognized as an awarded teacher Collaborations include partnerships with scholars like Juha Kinnunen, Sami Karhu, and Pasi Tuominen, as well as contributions to projects like the WoCuE Final Report and Elgar Encyclopedia of Innovation Management .

• Co-operatives
• Organizational Identity
• Organizational Change
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Dr. Jackie Jia Lou is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication at Birkbeck, University of London. Her research focuses on language and urban spaces, particularly through linguistic landscape studies, with a monograph and numerous publications on the topic. She holds a PhD in Linguistics from Georgetown University (2009) and has previously taught at Queen Mary University of London and City University of Hong Kong. Research Interests: Lou specializes in sociolinguistics, discourse/narrative analysis, social semiotics, and ethnography. Her work examines how language shapes transnational urban spaces like Chinatown, integrating geosemiotic analysis and mobile video ethnography. Recent projects include historical urban sociolinguistics in Treaty Port Shanghai (Leverhulme Fellowship) and pandemic signage equity. Academic Contributions: She co-edited a special issue on the Linguistic Landscape of Covid-19 and serves as Associate Editor for the journal Linguistic Landscape . Her teaching includes sociolinguistic modules and directing Birkbeck's BA programs in Linguistics and Culture. Awards: Leverhulme Research Fellowship (2022-2024) ISSF Translational Award (2021) BAAL Applying Linguistics Grant (2018) Birkbeck Research Innovation Fund (2018) Supervision: Lou has supervised PhD students Fengzhi Zhao (2022) and Maham El-Farhan (2021), focusing on cosmopolitan identity, activism signage, and urban sociolinguistics. She collaborates with artists like the Oblik Soundwork Collective in Hong Kong for interdisciplinary projects.

• Sociolinguistics
• Linguistic Landscape
• Discourse Analysis
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Professor Nicole Koenig-Lewis is a leading academic in Marketing at Cardiff Business School , with affiliations to the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations (CAST) and the International Society for the Circular Economy (IS4CE) . Her career spans over two decades, including roles at Swansea University and Cardiff University, culminating in her current professorship since 2023. Professor of Marketing - Cardiff Business School (2023-present) Reader in Marketing - Cardiff Business School (2018-2023) Senior Lecturer - Cardiff Business School (2016-2018) Research Focus : Her work bridges Sustainable Consumption , Access-Based Consumption , and Consumer Behavior Change , particularly through Sport/Cultural Events and Circular Economy frameworks. Recent projects include developing sustainability toolkits for rugby events and analyzing the psychological drivers of eco-packaging adoption. Publication Trends (2025-2019): Over 40 publications in journals like Journal of Business Research , European Journal of Marketing , and Journal of Environmental Psychology , with recurring themes in Behavioral Indicators , Event Sustainability , and Circular Consumption . Scientific Recognition : Recipient of multiple ESRC/UKRI grants, Outstanding Contribution Awards , and Best Paper Prizes . Notably led interdisciplinary teams to Highly Commendable 'Outstanding Partnership Impact' (2025) and 'Excellence in Environmental Sustainability' (2022) . Supervised 9 PhD students (current and past) Co-led 7 sustainability toolkits/conference impact projects Contributed to Routledge Companion to Marketing & Sustainability (2025) Labs & Collaborations : Co-founded the Cardiff University Festival Research Group , collaborating with organizations like The R&A , Pledgeball , and Welsh Government to transform events into sustainability catalysts. Currently mentors 4 active PhD students in circular economy and behavioral change.

• Sustainable Consumption
• Access-Based Consumption
• Circular Economy
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Professor Nina Michaelidou holds the position of Professor in Marketing at Loughborough University, where she leads the Marketing group. Previously, she held faculty roles at the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham. Her research focuses on consumer behavior, personality traits, emotions, health behaviors, and the impact of social media and advertising. She is an Associate Editor for the International Marketing Review and the Journal of Consumer Behaviour , and chairs the Academy of Marketing Special Interest Group (SIG) on Consumer Psychology and Cross-Cultural Research. Professor Michaelidou’s educational background includes a PhD from the University of Warwick, an MA from Coventry University, a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from the University of Birmingham, and a BA (Hons) from Wolverhampton University. Her research explores how emotions, cultural contexts, and digital platforms influence consumer decision-making. Key themes include the role of social media in brand engagement, ethical considerations in marketing practices, and the psychological drivers behind luxury consumption. Recent work examines the impact of virtual influencers, mobile app user behavior, and the ethical implications of social media analytics. Her editorial roles and conference leadership reflect her commitment to advancing marketing scholarship. She has published extensively in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics , European Journal of Marketing , and Journal of Marketing Management , contributing to debates on contemporary marketing challenges like digital nomad preferences, sustainability, and cross-cultural consumer behavior.

• Consumer Behaviour
• Social Media Marketing
• Advertising Appeals
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Assoc Prof Sara Thaichon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Tourism and Marketing at Griffith University, Australia. She holds affiliations with the Griffith Asia Institute and Griffith Institute for Tourism. A recognized expert in customer behavior, relationship management, and marketing technology, her work bridges academia and industry through collaborations with governments, NGOs, and enterprises. Dr. Thaichon has secured over $4 million in research funding and published over 80 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals like the Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science and Journal of Retailing. Her research focuses on digital marketing, AI ethics, consumer behavior, and VR/AR applications in retail. Education: PhD in Marketing, Swinburne University of Technology (Melbourne, Australia) Research Interests: Marketing technology, AI in consumer behavior, VR/AR retail applications, consumer trust, and sustainable marketing practices. Awards & Honors: ANZMAC Emerging Marketing Researcher of the Year Award (2022) GBS PVC's Research Excellence Award (2022, 2024) Rising Star (Early Achievers Leaderboard) by The Australian (2020) Grants & Collaborations: Australia-ASEAN Tourism Forum (2021-2022) AI Marketplace Project (CSIRO collaboration) SMART CEM: AI in hospitality customer experience (2024-2026) Labs & Teams: Griffith Asia Institute Griffith Institute for Tourism

• Relationship marketing
• Marketing technology
• Services marketing
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Julienne Senyard is an Associate Professor at Griffith University's Department of Management, affiliated with the Griffith Business School and the Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing. She holds roles such as Program Outcomes Director for Griffith Business School and has over two decades of academic and entrepreneurial experience. She earned a PhD in Entrepreneurship from Queensland University of Technology (2015), with earlier degrees in Business Communication/Marketing and Arts from QUT and Griffith. Her research focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, resourcefulness, and social impact, including refugee entrepreneurship and circular economy initiatives. Recent projects include evaluating waste management in First Nations communities and exploring AI's role in entrepreneurship education. Dr. Senyard has secured over $1.5M in research funding, including grants from the Queensland Government and Australian Research Council. Notable awards include the 2024 Vice Chancellor’s Innovation Engagement Award and Senior Fellow status from the Higher Education Academy. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses like Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (2043IBA) and postgraduate leadership modules. She supervises doctoral research on topics like social ventures, humanitarian integration, and agri-food systems. Her work emphasizes culturally grounded policy pathways and community-led solutions in circular economy frameworks.

• Entrepreneurship
• AI
• Innovation
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Alan Rubel is a Professor and Director of the Information School at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also serves as a member of the Department of Medical History & Bioethics and an affiliate of the UW Law School. His research focuses on information ethics, policy, and law, particularly addressing privacy, surveillance, algorithmic decision-making, and bioethics. Rubel holds a PhD in Philosophy (2006) and a JD (2003), both from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has held academic positions since 2010, including visiting researcher roles at the 4TU Centre for Ethics and Technology in the Netherlands. His work bridges philosophy, law, and technology, emphasizing ethical challenges in automated systems and data-driven societies. Education: PhD in Philosophy (2006), JD (2003), both from UW-Madison. Professional roles include former Director of the Center for Law, Society & Justice, and prior fellowships at Johns Hopkins and Georgetown Universities. Rubel’s interdisciplinary approach addresses contemporary issues like learning analytics, neurotechnology ethics, and digital privacy. His research highlights privacy in higher education, ethical implications of AI, and bioethical dilemmas in emerging technologies. Notable contributions include the book Algorithms and Autonomy: The Ethics of Automated Decision Systems (2021) and influential articles on algorithmic transparency, surveillance, and information fiduciaries.

• Information Ethics
• Privacy and Security
• Surveillance
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Tammy Cowart is a Professor of Business Law at the Soules College of Business , University of Texas at Tyler. She serves as Chair of the Accounting, Finance & Business Law department and holds the Bart Brooks Professor of Ethics and Leadership title. Her academic career spans over two decades, with teaching and research focusing on legal and ethical frameworks in business contexts. J.D., Texas Tech University B.S., Texas A&M University Dr. Cowart's research interests center on intellectual property , corporate governance , privacy law , and ethical leadership . Her recent publications address pressing issues in patent ethics, algorithmic pricing fairness, and tax compliance. She has pioneered business ethics curricula approved for CPA candidates. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Outstanding Faculty Award (Texas Alpha Xi Chapter of Alpha Chi) Provost’s Excellence in Teaching Award Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Dr. Cowart has held administrative roles as Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs at Soules College of Business. She actively contributes to community organizations and legal associations, maintaining memberships in the State Bar of Texas, Academy of Legal Studies in Business, and Association for Practical and Professional Ethics.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Employment Law
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
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Ester Appelgren is an Associate Professor in Journalism and Head of School at the School of Natural Sciences, Technology and Environmental Studies at Södertörn University. She holds a PhD in Media Technology and focuses on Data Journalism, Media Leadership, and Digital Integrity. Her work bridges technological innovation with ethical journalistic practices, particularly in crisis communication and public service media contexts. Educatio: PhD in Media Technology. Research interests include data-driven storytelling, media management during crises, and the evolving role of interactivity in journalism. She chairs the Journalism division of Nordmedia and serves on editorial boards for Digital Journalism and Journalistica . Her recent research explores pandemic-era media responses, ethical use of sensor data in journalism, and the paternalistic implications of interactive media. She has published widely on Nordic journalism trends and media convergence challenges. Currently, she is not participating in active research projects but remains active in editorial and academic leadership roles. Key contributions include analyzing media leadership during the pandemic, evaluating digital transformation in Swedish public service news, and critiquing technological determinism in journalism studies. Her work emphasizes balancing innovation with ethical accountability in data journalism practices.

• Data Journalism
• Media Leadership
• Digital Integrity
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YEO Su Lin is an Associate Professor of Communication Management (Practice) at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University (SMU). She holds a Ph.D. from Nanyang Technological University (2013). Her research focuses on strategic communication, crisis management, health communication, and cross-cultural communication practices. YEO has received multiple teaching awards, including the Dean’s Teaching Honour List from 2015 to 2022, and has authored/co-authored numerous articles in top journals like International Journal of Strategic Communication and Public Relations Review . Her academic and industry roles include Editorial Board Membership at the Journal of Communication Management , membership in the SMU Faculty Senate, and directorship of the Institute for Public Relations USA-SMU Alliance. YEO also advises on community engagement strategies for organizations like the Singapore Hospice Council. Research highlights include studies on pandemic communication, crisis consultancy cross-cultural comparisons, and public policy communication around end-of-life care. Her work frequently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in corporate reputation management and health advocacy. YEO has contributed to executive development programs for organizations such as the Singapore Armed Forces and Meta Asia-Pacific, emphasizing leadership communication and crisis management strategies.

• Strategic Communication
• Corporate Reputation
• Crisis Communication
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Nicky Wells is an Associate Professor in Marketing (Strategy and Marketing) at the University of Sussex Business School. She holds an MA in Marketing from Kingston University and a BSocSc in Political Science from the University of Birmingham. Her career spans 15+ years in FMCG brand management at Unilever and Nestlé, leading brands like PG Tips, Marmite, and Dove, followed by consultancy roles. She joined Sussex in 2019, transitioning from Lecturer (2020–2024) to her current position. Her research focuses on branding, strategy, and marketing communications, with a recent emphasis on sustainable start-ups and corporate purpose. She contributes to the academic community through case studies (e.g., Glossier, Unilever) and pedagogical innovation, emphasizing real-world application. Awards include a Higher Education Academy Fellowship (2021) and Chartered Association certification (2023). Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate modules like Strategic Brand Management, Marketing Communications, and Research Methodology. She has supervised numerous student projects across Marketing and Management programs.

• Marketing Strategy
• Brand Management
• Marketing Communications
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Gabriele Gollner is a Researcher at the Department of Soil and Cultivation Systems (ANBAU) within the Institute of Organic Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (iOELA) at BOKU University in Vienna. Her work focuses on sustainable agricultural practices, particularly in organic farming systems, with an emphasis on soil health, crop management, and agroecological innovations. Research Areas: Cover crop systems and reduced tillage practices Biological nitrogen fixation in legumes Climate-resilient cropping strategies Allelopathic interactions in agroecosystems Organic fertilizer and soil physical trait optimization Recent Research Trends: Her work emphasizes practical applications of regenerative agriculture, including roller-crimper no-till methods, allelopathic weed management, and intercropping systems to enhance system resilience. Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2010 highlight her contributions to organic farming systems research. Labs/Teams: Leads the ANBAU Soil & Cultivation Systems group, collaborating on projects related to soil fertility, crop ideotype development, and agroecological transition strategies. Her office is located at Mendelhaus South Wing, 3rd Floor, Room 10.1.

• Organic Farming Systems
• Soil Science
• Sustainable Agriculture
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Natalie Davis is an Assistant Professor in Environmental Geography at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and affiliated with the Amsterdam Sustainability Institute. Her research focuses on equity and agency in sustainability transitions, particularly within food systems, employing agent-based modelling and network analysis. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science (Lancaster University, 2021), an MSc in Environmental Science (Lancaster University, 2018), and a BSc in Information Science (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2015). Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing sustainable consumption and food systems. Her research explores consumer behavior, food system dynamics, and network structures, with recent projects including a NWO-funded study on the Dutch food system transition. She has published on topics such as dietary patterns, Indigenous food networks, and resource distribution inequalities. Her methodologies emphasize transdisciplinary approaches to address systemic challenges in sustainability transitions. Labs/Teams: Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) and Amsterdam Sustainability Institute (ASI).

• Sustainability Transitions
• Food Systems
• Agent-Based Modelling
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Jennie Elizabeth Batchelor is a Professor and Head of Department in the Department of English and Related Literature at the University of York. Her research focuses on 18th-century women’s writing, literary history, and material culture, with a particular emphasis on periodicals, gender studies, and cultural analysis. She has authored influential books, including The Lady's Magazine (1770-1832) and the Making of Literary History (2022) and Women's Work: Labour, Gender and Authorship, 1750-1830 (2014). Her scholarship spans topics like embroidery in literature, women’s magazines, and the intersection of labor and gender in historical contexts. Batchelor has contributed over 55 publications, blending academic rigor with public engagement through works like Jane Austen Embroidery (2020). Her articles explore themes such as 18th-century dress symbolism, satirical responses to novels, and the role of women’s periodicals in shaping literary communities. Her work has been published in journals like Textile History , Tulsa Studies in Women's Literature , and Women's Writing . She has edited volumes on topics ranging from material culture to women’s memoirs, further solidifying her influence in the fields of British literary history and gender studies.

• 18th-Century Literature
• Women's Writing
• Literary History
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David Gelernter is a Professor of Computer Science at Yale University and Chief Scientist at Mirror Worlds Technologies. He holds a Ph.D. from SUNY Stony Brook and a B.A. from Yale University. His research spans distributed computing, artificial intelligence, and the intersection of technology with aesthetics and society. Notable contributions include the Linda system (introducing tuple spaces) and the 'Mirror Worlds' concept, which prefigured aspects of the World Wide Web and Java. His work on 'lifestreams' underpins Mirror Worlds Technologies' software, while his writings explore technology's cultural and philosophical implications. His essays and books, such as *The Muse in the Machine* and *Machine Beauty*, blend technical insight with broader humanistic themes. He is a Contributing Editor at the *Weekly Standard* and a member of the National Council of the Arts. Key talks include the Bradley Lecture at the American Enterprise Institute and keynotes at major tech conferences like Agenda 2003 and PC Expo.

• Distributed Computing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science Foundations
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