Prof. Dr. Frank Ulbrich is a Lecturer and Programme Director for the BSc Business Administration at the Lucerne School of Business (HSLU). He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the Stockholm School of Economics. His academic career spans roles at universities in Sweden, the UK, Canada, and Switzerland, alongside IT & Management consulting experience. Research focuses on management education, project management, information management, and organizational change. He has published extensively in areas like shared services, digital transformation, and curriculum development. Notable awards include multiple Emerald Literati Awards and a Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy. Education: PhD in Business Administration (Stockholm School of Economics) Affiliations: Institute of Business and Regional Economics at HSLU Teaching Subjects: Academic Methods, Higher Education Management, Project Management, Digital Transformation Recent presentations include discussions on bridging academia-industry gaps, curriculum integration of SDGs, and data-driven learning strategies. His work emphasizes aligning education with labor market needs and advancing evidence-based teaching practices.
Christophe Bisson is an Associate Professor at SKEMA Business School (Paris campus) specializing in Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship. His research examines augmented anticipatory systems, competitive intelligence, AI governance, and strategic early warning frameworks. He directs the MSc International Strategy and Influence program and leads research at the SKEMA Center for Artificial Intelligence. Bisson holds a PhD in Competitive Intelligence from Aix-Marseille University and a Postgraduate Certificate in AI from the University of Helsinki. His professional experience includes international strategy consulting and academic positions at universities in Turkey and France. Awards & Honors: Inducted into Council of Competitive Intelligence Fellows (2023) SCIP International Academic Award (2017)
Dr. Juan Manuel Berbel Pineda is a full Professor at the Department of Business Organization and Marketing at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Spain. His academic work focuses on tourism economics, sustainable tourism practices, and international business strategies, particularly within the hotel industry and textile sector. Key research areas: Tourism Economics, Sustainable Tourism, International Business Strategy Affiliated with IMEGS (Innovation and Marketing for a Sustainable Global Environment) research group Doctoral Programs: Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Family Business His research explores tourism competitiveness and internationalization patterns through empirical studies on hotel chains in Latin America, fair trade impacts in emerging economies, and post-COVID-19 rural tourism development. Analysis of 15 recent publications reveals strong emphasis on structural equation modeling, cross-cultural comparisons, and market segmentation strategies. Current academic activity includes international collaborations with institutions like Massey University, Varna University of Management, and University of Mauritius. His 2020 work on Ecuadorian chia seed exports demonstrates methodology for EU market selection using 7-dimensional indicators, while his sustainable tourism studies provide frameworks for pandemic-era tourism revival through non-overcrowding strategies.
Dr. Muhammad Umar Farooq is a Lecturer and Module Director at York St John University's London Campus , specializing in Business, Marketing, and Project Management education for postgraduate students. He joined the university in 2022 and previously held roles as an Associate Lecturer at the University of West London, while also contributing to teaching and supervision at the University of East London and Regent’s University London. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), an MBA, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership and Strategy, coupled with the prestigious Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) distinction. His research focuses on digital marketing, SME innovation, AI applications in content creation, and project management strategies. Notable areas include generative AI for SME competitiveness, sustainable lean practices in construction, and agile methodologies in software development. He actively contributes to academic governance as an external examiner at Northumbria University and the University of Huddersfield. Teaching modules include Marketing Communication , Digital Marketing Strategy , Strategic Project Management , and Applied Research Project . His work bridges academic rigor with industry insights, emphasizing practical applications for organizational success. Research Awards: Recognized as FHEA. Professional Contributions: External examiner roles, LinkedIn engagement, and RaY Postgraduate Research supervision.
Dr Alvin Tan is a Lecturer in the School of Advertising, Marketing & PR at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). His research focuses on SME internationalisation, export readiness, and managerial decision-making in cross-border contexts. He holds a PhD in International Business from the University of Queensland (2012) and has over a decade of academic experience, including roles in teaching units like AMB110 Internationalisation. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (International Business), University of Queensland (2012) Bachelor of Business (Honours), Queensland University of Technology Bachelor of Commerce (International Business), University of Tasmania Research Interests: Small-medium enterprise internationalisation drivers, export decision rigidity, managerial commitment in export strategies, and inward internationalisation dynamics. His work emphasizes the pre-internationalisation phase and has contributed to frameworks like the export readiness index. Awards: QUT Vice Chancellor's Performance Award for Teaching Excellence (2008) Accredited Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Teaching and Supervision: Specializes in global business strategy, international marketing, and supervises postgraduate students on SME internationalisation topics.
Aeli Roberts is a Professorial Teaching Fellow at The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, University College London, specializing in sustainability, health and safety, and sustainable construction practices. She is a member of BSSC's Centre for Sustainable Governance and Law in the Built Environment, a partnership between UCL and Gatehouse Chambers. Her educational background includes a diverse range of qualifications: PhD from Open University (2004), Bar Vocational Course from BPP Law School (2005), BSc in Construction Management from University College London (2003), MSc from Royal Holloway (1988), BSc from Royal Holloway (1986), and Higher National Diploma from Camberwell College of Art (1990). Initially trained as a chemist, she worked in industry and taught material science to conservation students before transitioning to construction management. Roberts' research focuses on integrating green space within urban environments for environmental and social benefits, health and safety in construction, and sustainable building practices. Her work examines sustainability in small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which employ 85% of UK construction workers, and explores architect-client interactions for sustainable domestic construction. She has conducted comparative studies of health, safety, and well-being in UK and Hong Kong construction industries. Her publication record shows a strong focus on operational failure mitigation, knowledge transfer for safety culture, and the role of building control in sustainable construction. Recent work emphasizes climate change impacts on construction, wellbeing in the industry, and sustainable design integration. Her research bridges academic theory with practical application in the construction sector. Scientific Awards: Significant contributions serving the Design Futures Council's London and Cambridge Think Tank (2012) Roberts has held teaching positions across multiple subject areas including materials science, law, and sustainability. She has developed a third-year module on built asset management, emphasizing the importance of post-occupancy building performance. Her teaching philosophy connects historical building conservation with contemporary sustainability challenges, particularly in the context of upgrading existing housing stock to meet carbon reduction targets. She has been involved in collaborative research projects with organizations including the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), focusing on eco-design training for the construction supply chain. Her work with the CIC 2050 Group demonstrates engagement with industry-wide sustainability initiatives.
Professor Dr. Michael Woywode is a full professor and holds the Chair of SME Research and Entrepreneurship at the University of Mannheim , within the Business School . His research and teaching are embedded in the Institute for SME Research and Entrepreneurship (ifm Mannheim) , a central research institute of the university, and the Mannheim Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MCEI) , which offers entrepreneurship courses university-wide. Research Interests: Family Firms: Succession planning, leadership transitions, and post-succession innovation. Entrepreneurship: Founder behavior, startup ecosystems, and entrepreneurial decision-making. Digitalization in SMEs: Competitiveness, digital transformation, and innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises. Self-Employment & Labor Markets: New forms of self-employment and their societal implications. Teaching: Prof. Woywode teaches across Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral levels, offering courses such as Strategic and International Management , Introduction to Entrepreneurship , and Managing the Family Business . Research Output: His recent publications span high-impact journals including Organization Science , Family Business Review , and Journal of Small Business Management , with a clear focus on entrepreneurship, family business, and institutional theory. Team & Collaboration: He leads a multidisciplinary team including postdocs, PhD candidates, and research associates, working closely with the MCEI and ifm Mannheim to foster entrepreneurship research and education.
Nallan C. Suresh is the Associate Dean for Faculty, Research and Centers and a SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Operations Management and Strategy department at the School of Management, University at Buffalo . His work bridges academic research with industry practice, focusing on manufacturing systems, supply chain agility, and sustainable operations. PhD , University of Cincinnati MBA , McMaster University, Canada BTech , Indian Institute of Technology Suresh's research spans cellular manufacturing , flexible automation , forecasting models , and reverse supply chains . He has pioneered frameworks for evaluating manufacturing systems and optimizing supply chain agility through empirical and simulation-based studies. Recent publications emphasize sustainability and disruptive technologies in supply chains, including reverse logistics for plastics recycling and agile responses to catastrophic events using data analytics. His work integrates DEA models , neural networks , and policy analysis . Summer Research Fellowship, University at Buffalo Joseph T.J. Stewart Faculty Scholar Alfred V. Bodine/SME Award for Machine Tool Economics Cleveland Foundation Grant for High Technology Firms Suresh has secured grants totaling over $145,000, advised numerous students, and contributed to global research through empirical studies in the Netherlands and executive training in China/Latvia. His consulting spans automotive, electronics, and manufacturing sectors.
Dr. Thijs Broekhuizen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, specializing in Innovation Management & Strategy. He currently serves as Scientific Director of the University of Groningen Business School, Coordinator of the Northern-Netherlands Innovation Monitor, and Programme Director of the Executive MBA. His research focuses on digital transformation, value creation in innovation, and digital business models, with interdisciplinary insights bridging strategy, innovation, and digitalization. Education: PhD in Marketing (University of Groningen, 2006) MSc in Marketing (University of Groningen, 2001) Research Interests: Broekhuizen explores value appropriation in technology-driven contexts, digital business models, and strategic responses to disruptive technologies. His work emphasizes SMEs' digital transformation challenges, organizational identity during technological change, and AI-driven innovation management. Key areas include digital platforms, motion picture industries, and social media dynamics. Grants & Projects: TALENT4S3 (€165K, Interreg 2024-2028) SIRM (€189K, Interreg 2023-2027) NWO-funded studies on construction industry profitability and online customer journeys Awards: Best Paper Award at ISoF 2021 Best Short Paper Award Nomination 2021 Teaching & Leadership: Broekhuizen teaches strategy and digitalization in executive programs and has led the MScBA and EMBA initiatives. His educational roles include Programme Director of the Executive MBA (Energy Transition, Health, Sustainable Business Models tracks) and member of the Groningen Digital Business Centre. Labs/Teams: He coordinates the Northern-Netherlands Innovation Monitor (surveying 10,000+ SMEs) and collaborates with the Groningen Digital Business Centre to advance digital strategy research.
Dr. Celestine Ike Nwachukwu is a Senior Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour and HRM at Manchester Metropolitan University’s Business School. He holds external roles including External Examiner (Postgraduate/Undergraduate HRM, Solent University; Undergraduate Business with HRM, University of Salford) and Senior Visiting Fellow at Coal City University, Enugu, Nigeria. His professional memberships include the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Chartered Management Institute (CMI), and British Academy of Management (BAM). Education: PhD in Management Studies, Liverpool John Moores University (2013-2016) MSc in Human Resource Management and Development, Liverpool Hope University (2011-2013) B.Th. (Sacred Theology), Pontifical Urbaniana University, Rome B.A. Philosophy, Imo State University Research Interests: Focuses on value-added HR functions, innovative people management, inclusive leadership, e-leadership transformations, and HR leadership in advancing decent work. Current research tracks include digital leadership in organizations and HRM’s role in private sector decent work. Active in exploring academics’ cultural awareness in teaching international students and work-integrated learning practices. Teaching & Supervision: Teaches postgraduate courses like Leading with High Performance and HR Analytics, and undergraduate modules such as Managing People in the Contemporary Economy. Supervised PhDs including studies on social learning barriers in Nigerian public service and entrepreneurial experiences of Black African entrepreneurs. Acts as Internal PhD Viva Examiner for strategic HRM topics. Professional Contributions: Session Chair for HRM tracks at the British Academy of Management Conference (2023) and panelist at the World HR Congress (2021). Engaged in policy discussions on employee turnover prevention and people development strategies.
Debarshi K Nandy is Barbara and Richard M. Rosenberg Professor of Global Finance at Brandeis International Business School. He serves as MSF Program Director and Senior Associate Dean, with affiliations in Economics and Social Policy. Research focuses on venture capital, FinTech innovation, and entrepreneurial finance. Holds a Ph.D. from Boston College and M.S. from University of Calcutta. Research explores venture capital ecosystems, corporate payout policies, private equity impacts on trade, and behavioral aspects of financial decision-making. Recent work examines hedge fund strategies and student debt effects on investment behavior. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on financial intermediation mechanisms, with methodological innovation in natural experiments and empirical finance techniques. Fama/DFA Prize for Capital Markets and Asset Pricing Best Paper in Financial Institutions (FMA) Provost Research Award Directs Masters in Finance program and mentors startups. Affiliated with U.S. Census Bureau and NBER, with NSF and SSHRC research grants supporting work in financial innovation.
Professor Moses Acquaah is a Professor and Department Head of Management at the Bryan School of Business and Economics, University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). He serves as Director of the PhD Program in Business Administration. His research focuses on strategic management, emerging economies, family businesses, and sustainability in Africa. He holds a Ph.D. in Strategic Management from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and multiple advanced degrees from institutions like Simon Fraser University and the University of Cambridge. Education: Ph.D. in Strategic Management and International Management, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee M.B.A. in Accounting & Policy Analysis, Simon Fraser University M.A. in Economics (Monetary and International Economics), Simon Fraser University Graduate Diploma in Development Studies, University of Cambridge B.A. (Honors) in Social Sciences, University of Science and Technology, Ghana Research Interests: Social capital and networking in emerging economies Competitive strategy in sub-Saharan Africa Family business management and entrepreneurship Sustainability and green supply chain practices Leadership in Africa and the diaspora Global strategic alliances and institutional pressures His recent work examines pandemic impacts on African businesses, innovation strategy combinations, and leadership effectiveness. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Cleaner Production , International Business Review , and Africa Journal of Management . Key Contributions: Pioneered studies on family businesses in sub-Saharan Africa Developed the Leadership Effectiveness in Africa and the Diaspora (LEAD) scale Edited special issues on pandemic management and sustainable development in Africa
Dr. Oussama AMMAR is a Full Professor of Strategy and serves as Dean of Programs at Montpellier Business School since November 2020. He leads the development and internationalization of academic programs, overseeing operations including student mobility, career services, and quality initiatives. Previously, he held roles as Dean of the US Campus of SKEMA Business School in Raleigh, North Carolina, and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs at SKEMA’s Lille campus. His academic leadership spans faculty management, curriculum design, accreditation compliance, and strategic planning. His research focuses on business model innovation, strategic management in SMEs, and change management. Notable contributions include studies on Alibaba’s strategic capabilities, gender leadership in IT sectors, and participative innovation in organizations like SNCF. He has also explored synergies between economic intelligence and knowledge management to enhance organizational absorption capacity. Dr. AMMAR’s career includes over 20 years of teaching strategic management across diverse audiences. His academic leadership roles at both Montpellier Business School and SKEMA reflect his expertise in global academic governance and program development. He holds a global perspective shaped by roles in France, the US, China, and Brazil.
Dr. Shirley Coleman is a distinguished Professor at Newcastle University Business School, specializing in the application of statistical methods to business and industrial problems. With over two decades of academic contributions, she has established herself as a leading expert in statistics, data science, and quality management within industrial contexts. Her research interests span several interconnected domains: Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Quality Management, Six Sigma methodologies, Kansei Engineering (which integrates emotional design with product development), Industrial Statistics, Design of Experiments, Predictive Maintenance, and Customer Lifetime Value analysis. Coleman's work consistently bridges theoretical statistical concepts with practical business applications across diverse sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, facilities management, and digital marketing. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the evolving role of statistics in the digital age, particularly examining how statistical expertise contributes to AI development, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and data-driven business transformation. Her work demonstrates increasing emphasis on customer analytics, predictive maintenance modeling, and the strategic implementation of data science in small and medium enterprises. Coleman's publications frequently address methodological challenges while maintaining strong practical relevance for industry practitioners. Throughout her career, Coleman has been actively involved with the European Network for Business and Industrial Statistics (ENBIS), contributing to the development and dissemination of statistical methods in business contexts. Her collaborative approach is evident in numerous co-authored publications across disciplines, demonstrating her ability to work effectively with researchers from diverse fields including engineering, healthcare, and business management. Her advisory work appears focused on helping organizations implement statistical thinking in business processes, with particular attention to small and medium enterprises seeking to leverage data analytics for competitive advantage. Though specific grant information isn't detailed in the available publications, her extensive industry-focused research suggests significant engagement with practical business problems and industry partnerships. Dr. Coleman has made substantial contributions to the field through her leadership in professional organizations, particularly ENBIS, where she has helped shape the discourse around industrial statistics and their business applications. Her work on Kansei Engineering demonstrates innovative approaches to integrating human factors with statistical methods for product development.
Prof. Dr. Moritz Petersen is an Associate Professor of Sustainable Supply Chain Practice and Co-Director of the Center for Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chains (CSLS) at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) in Hamburg, Germany. His academic career began at Hamburg University of Technology, where he completed his doctoral studies in 2017 under Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Kersten, and he has been at KLU since 2016. Research Focus: Decarbonization of logistics, Circular Economy, Blockchain applications in supply chains, and sustainable product development Teaching: Courses on Supply Chain Sustainability, Circular Product Development, and Lean Logistics Operations across KLU’s Bachelor to MBA programs Outreach: Co-hosts the podcast “Das Gleiche in Grün?!”, collaborates on educational children’s books about logistics, and frequently speaks at industry events like the Deutscher Logistik-Kongress Research Trends from his 15 most recent articles center on: Blockchain technology’s role in sustainable logistics Decarbonization strategies across maritime and road freight Circular economy implementation through product design and waste stream analysis Behavioral and organizational barriers to sustainability Public-private partnerships in European logistics Information sharing as a CE enabler Scientific Awards: 2020 Best Paper Award, International Journal of Operations & Production Management (IJOPM) Research Projects include: CREAToR: EU Horizon 2020 project on polymer recycling GATE: German Ministry of Economy-funded GHG emissions data exchange HANSEBLOC: Blockchain applications in logistics ChainLog: Blockchain use cases Development of Logistics Competence Assessment Toolkit
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