Mr. Kazi Tansen serves as Lecturer at the University of East London, affiliated with the Architecture, Computing & Engineering research institute. His scholarship addresses blockchain applications in cybersecurity and governance systems. Recent work develops blockchain frameworks for secure e-procurement systems, digital identity solutions for smart cities, and corruption mitigation in public sector procurement. His publications examine blockchain's disruptive potential in transforming cybersecurity protocols and enhancing transparency in governmental operations.
David Ashmore is a Lecturer in Engineering Economics at the University of Southampton, specializing in transport sector reform, infrastructure procurement, service contract franchising, and public policy. He has over 30 years of international experience working with engineers, policymakers, regulators, and multilateral donors across the UK, Europe, India, the Americas, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Transport Economics Infrastructure Procurement Public-Private Partnerships Policy Analysis His recent research explores sustainable mobility transitions, including ride-hailing dynamics in Indian cities, hydrogen truck adoption in Australia, and equitable infrastructure systems amid rapid urbanization. He emphasizes multistakeholder collaboration and policy innovation in transport reforms. Key publication trends focus on zero-emissions transportation, PPP challenges, automated planning tools, and formal-informal sector integration in developing countries. Articles span conference proceedings, journal articles, and policy-oriented outputs. David serves as a Visiting Research Fellow at the Technical University of Dresden and holds memberships in the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the Institution of Transportation Engineers. He actively supervises PhD students and leads global transport policy research initiatives.
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)United Kingdom
Martin Pesendorfer is a Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He specializes in Industrial Organization, Auctions, and Information Economics, with significant contributions to applied microeconomics. His research focuses on dynamic games, auction mechanisms, and strategic interactions in markets. He holds a PhD in Economics from Northwestern University and teaches advanced courses such as EC313 Industrial Economics and EC536 Economics of Industry for Research Students. Key research areas include the design of auctions, consumer demand modeling, and equilibrium analysis in dynamic settings. His work has been published in top journals like the American Economic Journal: Microeconomics, Econometrica, and the Review of Economic Studies. He has also contributed to practical applications such as analyzing mergers, procurement auctions, and retail pricing strategies. Pesendorfer’s teaching covers topics from industrial economics fundamentals to advanced microeconomic theory. His research spans theoretical and empirical methods, with recent emphasis on equilibrium multiplicity in dynamic games and omitted variable biases in demand models. He maintains an active presence in academic circles, contributing to research centers like STICERD's Economics of Industry Programme.
Professor Alistair Brandon-Jones (PhD, PGDip, BSc Hons) is a Full Chaired Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management at the University of Bath's School of Management since 2014. He serves as Head of the Information, Decisions and Operations Division (2020–present) and holds Visiting Professor roles at Hult International Business School and Danish Technical University. His career spans academic leadership positions at Manchester Business School, Bath, and Warwick Business School, where he completed his PhD. Research Interests : Digitalisation of operations and supply chains, professional service operations, healthcare operations, and cybersecurity in AI systems. His work combines empirical methods with cross-sector collaborations, supported by UKRI, ESRC, EPSRC, and the Welsh Assembly Government. Key themes include telehealth integration , responsible AI deployment , and value-based procurement . Teaching & Consulting : He teaches Operations Management, Supply Chain, and Project Management across executive, MBA, and undergraduate levels, with consulting experience for Maersk, NHS, and Qatar Leadership Centre. His textbooks like Operations Management (10th ed., 2022) are globally cited. Scientific Awards : Times Higher Education Teaching Excellence Prize Association of MBAs (AMBA) Award Production Operations Management Society (POMS) Recognition Hult International Business School Teaching Prize Supervision & Projects : Currently supervising doctoral students in digital transformation, he leads two major projects: ESRC Digital Security by Design Social Science Hub (2020–2025) and Welsh Government Healthcare Integration (2009–2009). His research aligns with UN SDG 12 (Sustainable Consumption and Production) through supply chain innovations.
Alison Jones is a Professor of Law at King’s College London, affiliated with the Dickson Poon School of Law’s Centre of European Law. She is also a solicitor at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP. Her research focuses on competition law and policy, particularly in the EU, US, and UK, with an emphasis on public procurement, anti-corruption, and regulatory frameworks. She has held visiting positions at leading universities and contributed to major legal texts like Jones and Sufrin's EU Competition Law . Education: PhD in Law, University of Cambridge BCL, Christ Church, Oxford Law Degree, Girton College, Cambridge Her research addresses issues such as combatting corruption and collusion in public procurement, vertical agreements, and post-Brexit regulatory challenges. She has received accolades including the Concurrences Antitrust Writing Awards and recognition by Who’s Who Legal and Global Competition Review . Her recent work includes grants such as the Leverhulme Trust-funded project on public procurement corruption and prior British Academy funding. She advises on PhD supervision and leads the Herbert Smith Freehills Competition Law Moot. She sits on editorial boards of journals like the Yearbook of European Law and holds roles in the American Bar Association’s Antitrust Law Section. Her publications span books, peer-reviewed articles, and expert reports for institutions like the European Commission and UK Government. She actively engages in policy debates, contributing to antitrust reforms and cross-jurisdictional legal harmonization.
Emiliya Lazarova is a Professor of Economics and Head of the School of Economics at the University of East Anglia (UEA). She chairs the Royal Economics Society’s Conference of Heads of Departments of Economics. Her research focuses on coalition formation, matching theory, and applied economics, with recent projects analyzing technological innovation via patent data, biodiversity market measurements, and international environmental agreements. She has held academic roles at the University of Birmingham and Queen’s University Belfast, teaching quantitative courses like Applied Econometrics and topics in applied microeconomics. Her research interests include coalition dynamics, social housing allocation, and the political economy of environmental policies. Current projects with Dr. Yuan Gao include developing an ex-ante novelty index for inventions and studying biodiversity valuation mechanisms. Lazarova has secured grants from the Royal Economic Society and British Academy, focusing on property rights and economic development in emerging economies. Her work bridges theoretical models and empirical applications, addressing issues like firm behavior under political pressure, patent innovation cycles, and disability discrimination impacts. Collaborations span institutions globally, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to economic challenges. Advisory roles include supervising PhD students on topics such as status-seeking in matching markets and conflict resolution via coalition theory. Her teaching expertise complements her research, emphasizing quantitative methods and policy analysis.
Nonhlanhla Dube is a Lecturer in Operations Management at Lancaster University's Management School. She holds a PhD from the University of Groningen and has extensive experience in humanitarian logistics and supply chain management, particularly in resource-poor settings and conflict zones. BSc (Hons) Applied Mathematics, National University of Science and Technology (2002–2006) BSc (Hons) International Business Administration, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2008–2011) MSc Economics and Business, University of Groningen (2011–2013) PhD in Management Science, University of Groningen (2013–2022) Her research focuses on operations management in humanitarian and public sectors, including supply chain resilience, medicine shortages, and interdisciplinary approaches. She has contributed to projects such as the Gavi-funded Afghanistan vaccine initiative (2016–2021) and the MIA project on UK medicines supply (2020–2024). Her articles explore topics like supply chain resilience in healthcare, strategic agility in medicine systems, and paradox management in humanitarian logistics. She actively collaborates on Global South perspectives addressing supply chain challenges like child labor and sustainability. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but her work emphasizes impactful research in humanitarian and public sector operations. She supervises PhD student Henry Kasadha and is involved in research groups like the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK.
Professor Catherine Easton serves as Professor in Information Technology and Intellectual Property Law at Lancaster University's School of Law, with additional affiliations at Security Lancaster and the Centre for Law and Society. Her work bridges legal scholarship with practical technology implementation, focusing on digital inclusion and governance frameworks. Her research centers on internet governance, domain name regulation, intellectual property law, and accessibility for disabled users. She examines how legal frameworks interact with human-computer interaction systems, particularly in crisis response scenarios and educational technology. Her scholarship consistently addresses the tension between regulatory compliance and genuine digital inclusion, with special attention to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Her recent publications reveal growing emphasis on autonomous systems regulation, particularly regarding disability access in driverless vehicles, and ethical frameworks for cloud-based disaster response. The scholarly trajectory shows evolution from foundational website accessibility analysis toward complex systems governance in emerging technologies. Higher Education Academy International Scholarship recipient MMU Promising Researcher Fellow (2011) Co-chair of UN Internet Governance Forum's Internet Rights and Principles Dynamic Coalition Treasurer of British and Irish Law, Education and Technology Association Guest editor for Web Journal of Current Legal Issues Disability Special Edition Professor Easton actively develops legal education technologies, having created interactive teaching resources for major textbooks and pioneered clicker technology applications in law classrooms. She leads initiatives like the National Law Student Forum and has presented extensively on MOOCs and legal pedagogy. Her Security Lancaster affiliation connects her work to broader research on information transparency and crisis response ethics, where she examines big data's implications for inclusion and human rights.
Professor Chee Yew Wong is a leading academic in supply chain management at Leeds University Business School (LUBS), where he holds the position of Professor and serves as Director for Research & Innovation in the Analytics, Technology and Operations department. He previously held a Chair in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Hull University Business School and has served as a visiting professor in Thailand and China. His work bridges academia and industry, with over nine years of professional experience in operations and supply chain roles across multinational corporations and SMEs. His educational background includes a PhD in Supply Chain Management from Aalborg University, Denmark; an MSc in Manufacturing Management from Linköping University, Sweden; a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Technology, Malaysia; and a PG Certificate in Higher Education from Hull University, UK. Professor Wong's research centers on intelligent, responsible, and sustainable solutions for global supply chains. Key interests include digital supply chains, supply chain analytics, green logistics, human rights in supply chains, resilience, and circular economy models. He leverages technologies such as blockchain, machine learning, and IoT to enhance transparency, integration, and performance in complex supply networks. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward digital transformation, sustainability, and ethical governance in supply chains. His work increasingly emphasizes data-driven decision-making, environmental and social risk assessment, and the role of technology in enabling responsible global sourcing. Many projects focus on real-world applications in industries such as healthcare, fashion, retail, and manufacturing, often through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with industry leaders. Best Reviewer Award, Operations and Supply Chain Management Division, Academy of Management Conference, Chicago, USA (2018) Prof. Xiande Zhao's Best Paper Award, International Conference on Operations and Supply Chain Management, Kaifeng, China (2017) Finalist for the Jack Meredith Best Paper Award, Academy of Management Conference, Anaheim, USA (2016) Emerald Best Paper Award, Supply Chain Management: an International Journal (2006) Professor Wong has successfully supervised 10 PhD students and 4 post-doctoral researchers, and has examined over 15 PhD dissertations internationally. He leads multiple research grants, including projects funded by Innovate UK, UKRI, ESRC, and the British Council, focusing on digital transformation, human rights, and green supply chain innovation. His collaborations span academia, government, and industry, demonstrating a strong commitment to impactful, applied research. He is actively involved in the Centre for Operations and Supply Chain Research, the Adaptation Information Management and Technology group, and the Centre for Decision Research at LUBS. These research groups support interdisciplinary work in analytics, digital technologies, and sustainable operations, fostering innovation and knowledge exchange across sectors.
Professor Mohamed Naim is a distinguished academic at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, where he holds the position of Professor in Logistics and Operations Management. He has served in several leadership roles, including former Head of the Logistics and Operations Management Section and former Deputy Dean at the Business School. He was also the founding director of the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems at Cardiff (CAMSAC). He is actively engaged in high-impact research and industrial collaboration, currently leading a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Tower Cold Chain Solutions Ltd. and contributing to major research programs such as ASTUTE, ASTUTE2020, and AFAIR. His research interests center on the development of business systems engineering approaches to resilient supply chains, with a focus on sustainability, circularity, and flexibility in lean and agile systems. He has made significant contributions to supply chain dynamics, particularly in engineer-to-order (ETO) sectors such as construction and shipbuilding. His recent work explores digital transformation in logistics, including 5G-enabled smart ports, building information modelling (BIM), and AI-driven decision-making. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, integrating operations management with healthcare (trauma systems), digital technologies, and sustainable industrial practices. His work frequently employs system dynamics, simulation, and empirical case studies to address complex supply chain challenges. Scientific Awards: Institution of Electrical Engineers' Manufacturing Division Premium (1996) Royal Academy of Engineering Global Research Award (2003) Professor Naim is actively involved in research supervision and has contributed to two Research Excellence Framework (REF2021) impact cases on innovative procurement and financially sustainable supply chains. He is a founding member of the Logistics Systems Dynamics Group (LSDG) and has led and co-directed multiple large-scale research initiatives. His work is characterized by strong industry engagement, particularly through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and collaborations with public sector bodies like the Welsh European Funding Office (WEFO). Research Centers and Teams: Logistics and Operations Management Section, Cardiff Business School Centre for Advanced Manufacturing Systems at Cardiff (CAMSAC) Logistics Systems Dynamics Group (LSDG) ASTUTE / ASTUTE2020 / ASTUTE East programmes AFAIR project (Expert Advisor)
Dr. Alim Abubakre is a Senior Lecturer in International Business at Sheffield Business School (AACSB-accredited), part of the College of Business, Technology and Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University. He serves on the advisory board of the London Business School Africa Club and chairs These Executive Minds (TEXEM), an organization he founded that has trained over 4,000 executives globally. Previously, he was a visiting lecturer at the University of Southampton and Nottingham Business School before becoming a full-time academic. He holds a PhD in CSR and Strategy from the University of Southampton. His research focuses on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues in oil and gas, ethical finance, and manufacturing sectors. Conceptually, he explores Stakeholder Theory, Impression Management, and Corporate Social (Ir)Responsibility. He has published in ABS3 journals and presented at conferences like the British Academy of Management and the Academy of Management. He also reviews academic works and mentors early-career academics transitioning to academia. Dr. Abubakre has supervised over 40 postgraduate and 50 undergraduate students to completion. He served as Associate Director of the MA Leadership and Management course, forging partnerships (e.g., Cadbury) and leading successful curriculum reviews. He has been an external doctoral examiner at UNICAF and contributed to PhD review panels at Coventry University. Professionally, he led a £3 billion Public-Private Partnership project in West Africa, the largest such initiative there as of 2007. As an entrepreneur, he co-founded Texem, collaborating with top institutions like the University of Oxford and multinational firms such as Unilever and Microsoft to develop executive education programs. His consulting work includes advising Russell Group universities on internationalization strategies and contributing to World Bank projects. He holds certifications including Senior Fellow of the Advance HE and Fellow of the Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs. His work emphasizes leveraging diaspora networks, vertical integration of industries, and national branding for sustainable development, as highlighted in his public commentary on Nigeria’s economic challenges.
Professor Christine Currie is a Professor of Operational Research within the School of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Southampton. She is a Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute and previously served as Director of the Centre for Operational Research, Management Science and Information Systems (CORMSIS). Her research is primarily funded by EPSRC and spans healthcare, disaster relief, and pricing optimisation. Research Interests: Simulation Optimisation Healthcare Management Decision Making Under Uncertainty Disaster Relief Logistics Optimal Pricing and Revenue Management Her recent work focuses on real-time simulation for emergency departments, infectious disease modelling, patient flow optimisation, food relief procurement in Indonesia, and robust pricing models in transportation and leisure sectors. The trend in her publications shows a strong emphasis on applied operational research with societal impact, particularly in digital twin integration and stochastic optimisation under uncertainty. Scientific Awards: Companion of Operational Research (2024) Professor Currie actively supervises PhD students and has secured multiple research grants, primarily from EPSRC. She has led projects such as 'Dial-a-Ride', 'CREST-OR', and 'Designing a resilient food supply network for natural disasters in West Java, Indonesia'. She also collaborates with external organisations and has supervised student projects with industry partners. Leadership and Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Simulation (2015–2024) Member, Editorial Board, Royal Society Open Science (2021–present) Co-chair, OR63 National Operational Research Conference (2021) Member, Operational Research Society Research Panel She is actively involved in the operational research community and leads interdisciplinary research teams including the Operational Research group, Institute for Life Sciences, CORMSIS, and the Centre for Healthcare Analytics.
Professor Michael Lewis holds the rank of Professor at the University of Bath’s School of Management, Department of Information, Decisions & Operations. His academic career began at the University of Cambridge (PhD, 1995), followed by roles at Warwick Business School (1995–2004) and visiting positions at Harvard Business School and Georgetown University. His research focuses on operations strategy, complex business relationships (including PFI/PPP contracts), and efficiency in public/private service sectors. He co-authored the influential textbook Operations Strategy and leads initiatives like the Cabinet Office/IPA Project Excellence Initiative and Cornell’s Healthy Futures program. His current projects include UKRI’s Secure & Resilient World Hub and green transition research. He advises government on industrial measurement and contributes to policy frameworks through roles like the Chartered Management Institute Advisory Council. Education: PhD in Competence Analysis and Strategy Process from University of Cambridge (1995). Research interests span operations management, supply chain governance, project scale dynamics, and sustainable systems. Recent work examines drone adoption methodologies, conflict resolution in supply chains, and post-crisis trauma recovery in uniformed services. He has supervised 9 students and holds grants totaling £multi-million across 13 projects, emphasizing governance, healthcare innovation, and project delivery excellence. Key affiliations include the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies, Institute of Sustainability & Climate Change, and Institute for Digital Security & Behaviour. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to industry, innovation, and infrastructure. Professional activities include policy fellowships and participation in global expert groups shaping industrial and project management practices.
Dr. Chandima Hettiarachchi is a Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at Middlesex University Business School, affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Law. She holds a PhD in Corporate Accountability (Middlesex University) and an MSc in Financial Management and Corporate Accountability (Distinction). Her research focuses on Corporate Accountability, Modern Slavery, CSR, and ESG in the banking sector. She teaches modules like Management Accounting, Dissertation Research Methods, and Ethics/Sustainability across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Chandima co-supervises two doctoral students researching CSR and ESG in banking. She has been recognized as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Teaching: ACC2610, FIN4700, ACC1135, ACC1125, ACC3145, ACC3135 Research: Modern Slavery frameworks, Sri Lankan labor rights, and SDGs integration Her recent work includes developing training frameworks for modern slavery first responders and analyzing HR practices in authoritarian contexts. She has contributed to academic journals and policy-oriented research on labor rights and transparency in global supply chains.
Professor Leila Alinaghian is a Professor of Business Relations and Impact at Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University, where she also serves as Director of the Full-time MBA program. She joined Cranfield in August 2015, bringing expertise in inter-organizational relationships, sustainability, and social impact. PhD in Engineering, Manufacturing and Management, University of Cambridge MPhil, University of Cambridge Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Cranfield University Her research centers on advancing understanding of business relationships and networks in driving sustainability and social impact. She explores topics such as social procurement, social enterprise-corporate collaborations, supply chain resilience, and institutional change in procurement practices. Her work integrates theories from operations management, strategic management, and institutional theory. Leila's recent publications reveal a strong focus on sustainability and social value creation within supply chains. Her research employs diverse methodologies including social network analysis, systematic literature reviews, and qualitative case studies. Key themes include ESG controversies, institutional work, cognitive capital in resilience, and value co-creation in service ecosystems, primarily within sectors like automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Research nominated for best PhD research award at Academy of Management Research nominated for best paper award at Strategic Management Society Trust Scholar at University of Cambridge Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Leila is actively involved in supervising PhD and DBA students and serving on doctoral review panels. She has collaborated with multinational firms in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and fast-moving consumer goods. She contributes to the advancement of the social procurement agenda through initiatives like the Buy Social Corporate Challenge. She is a member of the Academy of Management, British Academy of Management, European Operations Management Association, and Strategic Management Society. She leads modules in postgraduate and executive development programs at Cranfield School of Management and is currently recruiting doctoral students in Social Impact Supply Chain Management and Social Enterprise-Corporate relationships.
