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Paul Walters is a Lecturer in Business Management with Sport at Salford Business School, University of Salford, where he leverages extensive industry experience to shape curriculum and mentor future business leaders in the sports and events sectors. He joined the university in 2022, returning as an alumnus with deep personal and professional ties to the institution.
Research Interests: Paul's research focuses on innovative applications of immersive technologies in cultural spaces. He is currently leading work on enhancing art gallery experiences through augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and machine learning, with a case study centered on Tate Modern. His expertise bridges creative industries, event management, and digital transformation in experiential design.
Publications Overview: His most notable publication is the co-authored textbook Events Management: Principles and Practice (3rd ed., 2017), a comprehensive guide used in academic and professional settings. The work reflects broad expertise in global event operations, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and sustainable practices across music festivals, international exhibitions, and sports events.
Teaching & Industry Engagement: With a career spanning decades in high-profile events—including Creamfields, Parklife, the PGA Golf Tour, and the Dubai International Airshow—Paul brings real-world insights into the classroom. He has previously taught at Leeds Beckett University and held a flying faculty position at ANGELL Business School in Germany. At Salford, he plays a key role in aligning academic programs with current industry demands.
Leadership & Career Highlights: A significant academic highlight includes managing an off-campus provision at the University of Greater Manchester, where he led program development and achieved outstanding student feedback and improved National Student Survey results. In industry, he cites meeting Tony Wilson—founder of Factory Records and The Hacienda—as a pivotal moment that deepened his involvement in the creative sector.
