Dr. Jamie Caine is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems & Business Modelling at the School of Computing and Digital Technologies, part of the College of Business, Technology and Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University. His work bridges academic research with industry practice in digital transformation strategy, focusing on strategic alignment between business and IT. He holds a PhD in strategic management digital technology alignment, alongside PGCE and BSc qualifications. His research explores digital capabilities, strategy execution, and ontology-driven models to close the strategy-implementation gap. Key projects include digital maturity assessments for global standard bodies and cloud strategy architectures for Bayer. He teaches modules like IT Strategy, Business Architecture, and Cloud Technologies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Industry contributions include leading digital transformation projects across 170+ countries and designing corporate training programs. He is a sought-after speaker on Industry 4.0, leadership, and personal development, with active involvement in East African digital capacity-building initiatives. Previously served as a Group Scout Leader to foster youth leadership. Editorial roles include Measuring Ontologies in Value seeking Environments (MOVE). Research outputs span CEUR Workshop Proceedings, Springer journals, and edited volumes, with a focus on strategy ontologies and digital transformation frameworks.
Swapna Gottipati is a Full-time Associate Professor of Information Systems (Education) and Associate Dean (Undergraduate Education) at the School of Computing and Information Systems , Singapore Management University . Holding a PhD from SMU (2014) , she specializes in text analytics, education technology, and digital business. Current focus areas: Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Technology-Enhanced Learning Interdisciplinary applications: Health Informatics, Social Media Analytics Research Interests span text analytics, opinion mining, curriculum analytics, and digital transformation. She applies machine learning and data mining to educational systems, business processes, and health domains. Scientific Contributions: 2016 Best Paper Award (AIS SIG-ED) 2016 MOE TRF Grant 2017-2020 Conference Best Paper Nominations 2013 Best Paper Finalist (CIKM) Academic Leadership includes: Director of Undergraduate Education Co-developer of SMU-X pedagogy Founder of MyCompetencies mobile platform Organizer of curriculum analytics workshops Grant Projects include the Learning Analytics on Qualitative Student Feedback system (MOE TRF 2016) and ICDL-funded digital literacy studies. She has delivered 12+ invited talks on digital transformation in education and industry.
Mahdi Safa is an Instructional Assistant Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on digital transformation in construction, supply chain optimization, workplace safety, and disaster management. He has published extensively on topics such as AI applications in engineering, pandemic response logistics, and ethical challenges in smart city development. Research interests include leveraging emerging technologies (IoT, blockchain, AI) to enhance construction processes and safety. His work also addresses global challenges like energy efficiency in buildings, offshore infrastructure resilience, and mental health in the construction industry. Notable contributions include frameworks for vaccine supply chain management during pandemics, analysis of workplace conflicts affecting safety, and strategic project readiness assessments. Though no awards or grants are listed in the provided text, his publications indicate active involvement in interdisciplinary research collaborations. Contact: msafa@central.uh.edu
Dr. Luke Tredinnick is a Reader in Media, Information, and Communications at London Metropolitan University, serving as Course Leader for the Media and Communications BSc program. He holds editorial roles for the Sage journal Business Information Review and the Edinburgh University Press journal Journal of Library and Information History . His academic background includes a BA in English and American Literature from the University of Kent, an MSc in Information Science from City University London, and a PhD in Media and Communications from London Metropolitan University. His research focuses on digital culture, digital history, and information theory, with specializations in post-structuralist methodologies and semiotics. Tredinnick has authored three books, including Digital Information Culture (2008) and Digital Information Contexts (2006), and has published widely on topics such as complexity theory, artificial intelligence, information security, and social media. He is a member of the Media, Culture, and Communications Association (MECCSA) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Tredinnick’s recent work examines trends in information warfare, ubiquitous information systems, and the evolving role of technology in business contexts. His contributions to the field span academic publications, editorial leadership, and keynote presentations on digital transformation and ethical information practices.
Prof. Klaus Adam is a leading economist holding dual professorships at the University of Mannheim and University College London (UCL, on leave). He specializes in macroeconomics with a focus on monetary and fiscal policy design, learning mechanisms in economic expectations, and their applications to asset pricing and business cycle dynamics. His research has significant policy relevance, particularly regarding inflation targeting and central bank strategies. Adam earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the European University Institute, Florence (2001). His career includes former roles at the University of Oxford’s Nuffield College and the European Central Bank. He currently serves as a Research Professor at the Deutsche Bundesbank, member of the German Ministry of Finance’s Academic Advisory Board, and Scientific Chair of the Euro Area Business Cycle Network (EABCN). His research interests encompass: Monetary policy frameworks and inflation targeting Fiscal policy interactions and sovereign debt dynamics Expectations formation and its impact on asset prices Business cycle fluctuations and macroeconomic stability Adam has been recognized with prestigious roles including Research Fellowships at the CEPR and CFS, and membership in the Heidelberg Academy of Sciences. His recent work emphasizes bridging theoretical insights with practical policy design, particularly in addressing challenges posed by low inflation environments and falling natural interest rates.
Prof. Dr. Armin Heinzl is a leading academic in the field of Information Systems and Business Informatics, holding the Chair of General Management and Information Systems at the University of Mannheim since 2002. His research focuses on digital innovation, healthcare IT, and platform ecosystems, with significant contributions to understanding AI integration in teams and decision-making processes. Chair of General Management and Information Systems, University of Mannheim (2002–present) Former Chair of Business Informatics, University of Bayreuth (1996–2002) His research spans: Digital Innovation (Platform Ecosystems, Agile Methodologies, Conversational Agents) IT Outsourcing and Cloud Computing Healthcare IT (Mobile Health Applications, AI-Driven Decision Automation) Recent work examines generative AI's role in team decision-making and stroke detection using 5G technology. He has received prestigious awards including the AIS Fellow Award and AISD First Award. Scientific recognitions include: AIS Fellow Award for contributions to Information Systems AISD First Award for novel research methods He supervises students in the Chair of General Management and Information Systems, with co-authored studies appearing in top journals like the Journal of Organizational Behavior . His lab supports innovative projects such as the 5G-powered "RettungsNetz-5G" for emergency stroke care.
Dr. Chaminda Wijethilake serves as a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at Essex Business School, University of Essex, where he contributes to sustainability accounting education and research. His academic journey spans Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and Australia, culminating in impactful work at the intersection of accounting, sustainability, and governance across diverse global contexts. Education: Bachelor of Commerce with First Class Honours, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2007) Master of Business Administration, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (2011) PhD in Accounting and Corporate Governance, Macquarie University, Australia (2016) Chaminda's research pioneers the application of accounting frameworks to urgent sustainability challenges, particularly examining how management control systems mediate organizational responses to environmental pressures. His work spans waste management governance, sustainable supply chains in emerging economies, and accountability mechanisms during disasters, consistently revealing how formal control systems interact with cultural and institutional factors to drive (or hinder) sustainability outcomes. Current projects investigate digitalization in NGOs and sustainability core values in risk management. His publication portfolio demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex global sustainability challenges, evolving from firm-level sustainability controls to transnational waste governance and pandemic response systems. Recent work shows growing emphasis on Global South contexts and the political dimensions of environmental accountability. Scientific Awards: President’s Award for Scientific Research by the Government of Sri Lanka Best International Impact Research Award by the University of Essex Chaminda actively supervises four PhD candidates researching sustainability management accounting in healthcare, Thailand's primary care system, and public sector accountability. His research program is supported by significant grants from PEFA-World Bank Group, Innovate UK, and the Global Challenges Research Fund, including a 2021 ESRC IAA project developing an Essex employability toolkit and a 2020 GCRF project integrating climate change into South Asian public finance policies.
Manuela Nocker serves as a Senior Lecturer in Organisation and Sustainability at Essex Business School (EBS), University of Essex, where she teaches Organisation Studies, Business Ethics, and Research Methodology. She has held significant leadership roles including Undergraduate Programme Director for Management Science and Entrepreneurship Group (2012-July 2019), module leader for capstone projects across all programs, and representative for the PRME programme on Principles of Responsible Management Education. As the institutional liaison for the UNAI Academic Impact scheme, she actively promotes sustainability and ethical principles in alignment with the UN Global Compact initiative. Dr. Nocker earned her PhD in Organisational Psychology from The London School of Economics and Political Science and completed her BSc in Work and Organisational Psychology at the University of Padua, Italy. Her academic journey includes previous roles as careers adviser, trainer, and management consultant before joining EBS in 2006. Her research focuses on critical approaches to project work, organizational ethnography, narrative and poetic approaches in organizational analysis, identity construction, ethics, social responsibility, sustainability, collaboration, learning, strategy-as-practice, and organizational innovation. Her work often examines organizational dynamics through qualitative, ethnographic methods with particular attention to professional identity, belonging, and ethical considerations in workplace settings. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on healthcare governance (particularly NHS Foundation Trusts), emotional dynamics in organizational settings, and the intersection of technology with business models. Her work consistently demonstrates methodological innovation, particularly in ethnographic approaches, while maintaining a critical perspective on organizational phenomena. Recent publications increasingly address contemporary challenges including AI implementation, big data applications in HR, and sustainability in organizational contexts. British Council award winner for Knowledge Economy Partnership Programme UK-Pakistan (2014-17) Elected Senate member at University of Essex (Oct. 2011-15) Vice-President of Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (2014-February 2018) British Council award winner for Researcher Links Workshop (2013-2014) LSE annual research scholarship awards (1999-2003) Dr. Nocker has successfully supervised numerous doctoral students, with seven completed PhDs as first supervisor on diverse topics including entrepreneurial identity of Afghan migrants, NHS governance, gendered practices in Pakistani banking, organizational innovation in healthcare, and professional identity in higher education. Her research has been supported by significant grants including the British Council Knowledge Economy Partnership Programme UK-Pakistan and the British Council Researcher Links Workshop, demonstrating her commitment to international collaboration and knowledge exchange. As Editor of the Journal of Organizational Ethnography for a decade (2012-2022), she has significantly shaped scholarly discourse in organizational studies.
Karthik Srinivasan is an Assistant Professor in the Analytics, Information, and Operations Academic Area at the University of Kansas School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona, an M.Mgt. in Business Analytics from the Indian Institute of Science, and a B.E. from Mumbai University. His research focuses on interpretable machine learning, explanatory modeling, text mining for business applications, and healthcare information systems. He develops methods to enhance transparency in AI systems and applies data science to healthcare, finance, and retail contexts. Recent work includes predictive modeling for incomplete data, graph-based retail analytics, and analyzing pandemic impacts on stock markets and public health. His publications span journals like MIS Quarterly, Decision Support Systems, and Nature Digital Medicine. He also contributes open-source tools like TextRegress and MoreThanSentiments for advanced text analysis. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate-level data management courses. His research emphasizes practical applications in business and public health, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world challenges.
Steven Samford is an Associate Professor of Organizational Studies at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). His research focuses on the political economy of development, particularly examining how interactions between state bureaucracies and businesses influence technology development and diffusion in the developing world. He holds a PhD from the University of New Mexico and a BA from Reed College. Prior to joining U-M, he was a research fellow at the University of Toronto and University of Notre Dame. His work spans topics such as innovation agencies, regulatory policies, foreign direct investment impacts, and network analysis. Recent publications explore decentralization in Mexico, enclave formation, and public strategies for remedying network failures. He has collaborated with institutions like the Government of Jalisco (Mexico) and the Inter-American Development Bank on policy projects. Samford’s research has appeared in leading journals including the American Journal of Sociology, Review of International Political Economy, and Politics & Society. His office is located in Weiser Hall, 830, and he can be reached at ssamford@umich.edu.
Christophe Mues is a Professor of Data Science and Information Systems at the University of Southampton's Department of Decision Analytics and Risk. He specializes in credit scoring, consumer credit risk modeling, and predictive analytics, focusing on applications like loan default prediction and debt collection optimization. His work integrates advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to address challenges in financial risk assessment. Previously, he held a research position at KU Leuven (Belgium), where he earned his Doctorate in Applied Economics. Since joining the University of Southampton in 2004, he has led the Information Systems & Business Analytics section and contributed to organizing the biennial Credit Scoring and Credit Control conference. His teaching spans data-driven decision-making and business analytics. Key research interests include credit risk modeling for consumers and SMEs, leveraging non-traditional data sources with deep learning, ensuring fair credit scoring models, and optimizing debt recovery strategies. He currently supervises PhD students in Business Studies & Management, focusing on topics like AI-driven credit scoring and financial risk evaluation. His publications span journals like European Journal of Operational Research and International Journal of Forecasting , emphasizing methodological advancements in credit risk assessment and financial decision-making. He actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations to bridge operational research, data science, and financial regulation.
Professor Stephen Woods is a leading academic in Work and Organisational Psychology, serving as Head of the Department of People and Organisations at Surrey Business School, University of Surrey. His expertise spans personality assessment, development, and its workplace implications, alongside recruitment practices and digital HR strategies. He holds advanced qualifications: MSc in Occupational Psychology and a PhD in Psychology, and is a Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol). Research interests focus on personality dynamics in organizations, including trait assessment, personality change trajectories, and the impact of work environments. He explores digital recruitment innovations and fair assessment practices. Notable affiliations include the British Psychological Society’s Occupational Psychology Division and the European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology (EAWOP). Educations: MSc (Occupational Psychology), PhD (Psychology) Awards: Academy of Management (2018), British Psychological Society Division of Occupational Psychology (2019) His research highlights include the Demands-Affordances TrAnsactional (DATA) model for personality development, and a Periodic Table of Personality mapping framework. He advises on doctoral research, with notable students exploring workplace well-being, safety behaviors, and engagement dynamics. Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Occupational Psychology, including leadership workshops for MBA students. He actively contributes to organizational psychology discourse through publications and professional engagement.
Siamak Naderi is an Assistant Professor of Operational Research and Analytics in the ISMA Group at Warwick Business School (WBS), joined since December 2020. His research focuses on Healthcare Analytics, Retail Analytics, and large-scale optimization methods for complex decision-making environments. He holds a PhD and Master's from Sabanci University and a Bachelor's from the University of Tehran. Education PhD and MSc in Industrial Engineering, Sabanci University, Istanbul BSc in Industrial Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran His research has been funded by EPSRC and published in top journals like International Journal of Production Economics and International Journal of Production Research. Current teaching includes Mathematical Programming, Business Analytics, Data Management, and Generative AI applications across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Research Trends : Recent work emphasizes supply chain optimization in fast-fashion retail, healthcare system modeling under budget constraints, and heuristic solutions for operational efficiency. His articles blend theoretical optimization with real-world applications in retail and healthcare sectors. Teaching & Mentoring : Actively mentors students across BSc, MSc, and PhD programs in analytics and operational research. Teaches advanced modules like Pricing Analytics, Optimisation Models, and AI applications. Labs & Collaborations : Part of the ISMA Group at WBS, focusing on data-driven analytics for business and healthcare sectors. Collaborates on EPSRC-funded healthcare analytics projects.
Dr. Olakunle Olayinka is a Senior University Teacher and Deputy School Director of Education in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Sheffield. He is a member of the Institute of Coding and has over a decade of experience in IT and academia. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Gloucestershire, teaching Cybersecurity and related modules. He holds a PhD in Computing from the University of Gloucestershire, alongside an MSc in Computer Forensics and BSc in Computer Science from Babcock University and University of Glamorgan respectively. His research focuses on Cybersecurity & Gamification , Digital Forensics , and Information Systems Adoption . He has contributed to studies on generative AI in education, cybersecurity training methodologies, and digital transformation strategies for small businesses. Recent work includes exploring AI-driven approaches to web application security and IoT threat hunting using bio-inspired models. His publications span journals like Sustainability and Journal of Applied Learning & Teaching , with a focus on bridging educational technology gaps and enhancing cybersecurity practices. He has co-authored book chapters on digital transformation in Nigerian enterprises and cybersecurity frameworks. Teaching responsibilities include Cybersecurity Team Project, Cyber Threat Hunting, and Software Engineering modules. He advocates for project-based learning approaches, as demonstrated in his work on Agile methodologies in software projects.
Jon Carr is the Jenkins Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship at North Carolina State University's Poole College of Management, within the Department of Management, Innovation & Entrepreneurship. He previously taught at Texas Christian University and the University of Southern Mississippi. His research focuses on entrepreneurship, family business dynamics, and organizational behavior, with notable work on 'Familiness' in family businesses. He has secured millions in grants from NASA, the U.S. Department of Labor, and collaborated with Lockheed-Martin's Earth Observation Division. Carr actively serves as Associate Editor for Family Business Review , and has contributed to journals like the Academy of Management Journal and Journal of Applied Psychology . Education: Ph.D. in Business from Mississippi State University (2001). Research interests include entrepreneurship, business model innovation, family business governance, and strategic planning. He advises on venture capital, technology transfer, and leadership development. Key contributions include studies on hybrid entrepreneurship, serial entrepreneurship drivers, and the impact of workaholism/sensation-seeking on entrepreneurial decisions. His work emphasizes practical applications like the NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic's 'fail-safe' approach for students. Grants and collaborations highlight his focus on innovation and scalability. He has been recognized with awards for teaching, research, and service, though specific award names are not detailed in the text. Carr's professional roles extend to mentoring entrepreneurs, consulting for for-profit/nonprofit organizations, and speaking engagements. His work integrates academic rigor with real-world entrepreneurship challenges, emphasizing global exposure and ethical practices through initiatives like the Business Sustainability Collaborative (BSC).
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