Ekene Okwechime

Ekene Okwechime is an Associate Professor of Business Management and Programme Director for the MSc International Business Management at Richmond Business School. He holds a PhD in Management from Glasgow Caledonian University (2018), an MSc in Management from the University of Glasgow, a BA (Hons) in History from the University of Benin, and a PG Cert from Anglia Ruskin University. His research interests span new space commercialization, entrepreneurship in early-stage startups, technology and innovation management (particularly smart cities and open innovation), and the history and philosophy of science and technology. He serves as an Associate Editor for the journal New Space: The Journal of Space Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Dr Okwechime’s work bridges academic and practical domains, informed by his prior management consulting experience with Big4 firms like Deloitte and KPMG. His research emphasizes the application of big data and innovative strategies to address complex urban challenges. Additionally, he has contributed to public sector organizational learning through conference presentations such as his 2017 contribution at the Public Service Innovation Conference in Norway.

• Scientific Awards: None explicitly mentioned.
• Advising & Grants: Advises the MSc International Business Management program and has prior experience in strategic consulting with major firms. No grants listed in the provided text.

He is affiliated with the Richmond Business School and engaged in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and urban development. No specific lab or team affiliations are detailed here.