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Tim Brown is Head of Division in the Faculty of Science, Business and Enterprise at the University of Chester. He holds a Senior Lecturer rank in Events Management and has over 15 years of academic and industry experience. He leads programs like the BA (Hons) Events Management and contributed to developing MSc programs in Tourism and Fashion Marketing. His research focuses on charity fundraising, virtual/hybrid events, and organizational ambidexterity in charities. He is a Senior Fellow of the HEA and Fellow of the RSA.
Education:
- PhD (2018): University of Chester
- MBA (2007): University of Liverpool
- BA (Hons) Performing Arts (1999): De Montfort University
- PGCE in Higher Education (University of Chester)
Research Interests: Tim’s work spans charity fundraising strategies, virtual/hybrid event innovation, event logistics, and sustainability. He has published widely, including textbooks like Virtual Events Management and Events Mismanagement. His recent studies explore organizational ambidexterity in charities and post-pandemic event trends.
Awards:
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)
Professional Activities: Tim chairs the AEME Executive, advises on major events (e.g., Liverpool Sound Concert hospitality), and collaborates with the Institute for Culture and Society. His industry experience includes event director roles and managing high-profile events like MIPIM in Cannes.
