Denise Hewlett

Denise Hewlett is a Visiting Professor at the University of Winchester's Faculty of Business and Digital Technologies. She joined the institution in 2011 as a Lecturer on Management Programmes and has since contributed significantly to research and teaching. Her academic career spans roles as a Lecturer and Researcher at Bournemouth University's International Centre for Tourism and Hospitality Research, alongside EU projects on protected area management. She holds a PhD focused on partnership working and public engagement in protected area governance.

Her research interests include environmental governance, GIS modeling of tranquility, and place-based policy-making. Key projects involve community perceptions of National Parks and AONBs, with a focus on informing tourism and conservation strategies. She has received notable awards, including the 2017 University Leadership in Research Award and a £30,000 grant for the BETER Project (automated tranquility modeling).

Denise actively engages with organizations such as the New Forest Academy and the PeopleScapes Research Centre. Her work bridges academia and practice, emphasizing collaborative approaches to environmental and social challenges. Recent projects include the 'Tranquil Places' initiative and contributions to post-pandemic environmental policy studies.

Professional memberships include Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and roles in international conservation bodies like IUCN. Her interdisciplinary expertise spans environmental sciences, social research, and project management, with a focus on sustainable rural development and corporate responsibility.