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Dylan Henderson is a Lecturer in Innovation and Organisation at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University. His work bridges business innovation, digital technology, public policy, and regional development, with a particular focus on peripheral and less developed regions.
His research interests center on place-based innovation and regional policy, examining the roles of firms, universities, and public agencies in delivering innovation in peripheral contexts. He investigates digital transformation in business ecosystems, with emphasis on digital infrastructure, SME adoption, and policies addressing digital exclusion. His work also explores mission-oriented innovation and challenge-led strategies for addressing grand societal challenges, alongside governance and policy processes in innovation contexts.
Henderson's recent publications reveal a strong focus on rural innovation, the foundational economy, and the spatial dimensions of digital technology adoption. His work increasingly examines the green transition and mission-oriented innovation in regional contexts, with significant policy relevance for Wales and other peripheral regions.
- Nominated for Doctoral Supervisor of the Year in the Cardiff University / Cardiff Student's Union Enriching Student Life Awards 2025
Henderson has supervised doctoral students including Marina Kacar and has provided commissioned research and advice to the European Commission, Welsh Government, regional development agencies, and local authorities. His work connects academic research with practical policy applications through projects like the 5G Wales Unlocked Observatory and the Superfast Broadband Business Exploitation Research Project.
