Vishanth Weerakkody

Vishanth Weerakkody is a Professor of Digital Governance at the University of Bradford and serves as Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement and Partnerships. He previously held leadership roles at Brunel University London and has driven transformative initiatives at Bradford, including the growth of the Triple Accredited School of Management, merging faculties, and developing international strategies.

• Leadership roles: Associate Dean for Planning and Resources, Dean of the Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences, and Associate Dean for International and Enterprise
• Research focuses on digital government, social innovation, public sector policy, and blockchain technology
• Over £25 million in R&D funding from EU, ESRC, Qatar Foundation, British Council
• Expert witness to UK parliamentary committees on digital governance
• Industry experience at IBM UK as Methods and Process Analyst

His multidisciplinary work combines technology, public administration, and societal challenges, with an emphasis on ethical student recruitment and global stakeholder engagement.