Andrew Godley

Prof Andrew Godley is a Professor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the University of Sussex Business School. His research focuses on historical approaches to food systems, alternative proteins, and entrepreneurship's role in sustainability. He previously held leadership roles at Henley Business School, including Pro Dean, and established the Henley Centre for Entrepreneurship. He is a Visiting Professor at Zhejiang University, China.

Education:

• PhD in Business History, London School of Economics (1987–1991)
• BSc (Econ) in Economics, London School of Economics (1983–1986)

Research Interests: Combines historical analysis with contemporary challenges in food innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Current projects include promoting alternative proteins and understanding consumer resistance to plant-based meats. Prior work explored entrepreneurship’s relationship with religion and global pharmaceuticals industry dynamics.

Awards:

• 2024 Martha Moore Trescott Prize (honorable mention)
• 2017 AACSB Entrepreneurship Spotlight Challenge Recognition
• 2006 Newcomen Article Prize (runner-up)

Advising & Impact: Supervises PhD students researching alternative proteins and livestock industries. Contributed to UK government SME policy through impact case studies in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. Engages with industry via consulting roles (e.g., Plant Futures).

Labs/Teams: Former director of the Henley Centre for Entrepreneurship (2011–2023), a globally recognized entrepreneurship hub.