Nadia Zahoor Editor

Samuel Adomako is Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Birmingham, UK. He received his PhD in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the University of Warwick, UK. He is a fellow of the Advanced Higher Education Academy, UK. He has received numerous research awards in the fields of entrepreneurship and Innovation. His research covers a wide range of managerial topics, including entrepreneurship, innovation, business strategy, and social value creation.

Francis Donbesuur is an Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship at the University of Leicester School of Business, UK and a Fellow of the UK Advanced Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on strategic entrepreneurship and innovation. Francis holds a PhD in Strategic Entrepreneurship from the University of Leeds and an MSc in Economics and Finance from Durham University Business School.

Kwabena Frimpong is an Associate Professor of Marketing and International Business at KFUPM Business School, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. He holds a PhD in Marketing, MSc in International Marketing from Strathclyde Business School, and a BSc in Administration from the University of Ghana. His research focuses on strategy, innovation, sustainability, and SME internationalization in emerging markets. A former Vice President of marketing at Databank Ghana, he serves on multiple editorial boards and is actively involved in global academic and professional networks related to marketing and entrepreneurship.

Marcia Mkansi is the College Head of Research and Innovation at the University of South Africa and a Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management. She holds a PhD from the University of Bolton and is SAP certified. Her research focuses on supply chain innovation and societal impact, winning multiple awards including recognition from the MIT Global Solver Challenge. She serves on the boards of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and the Africa Resource Centre (funded by the Gates Foundation). Known for her cross-disciplinary innovation, Marcia fosters university-industry collaboration and is a nominee for prestigious national and international innovation awards.

Nadia Zahoor is a Reader at the Queen Mary University of London, UK. She completed her PhD in Management at University of Huddersfield, UK. Her research interests are on strategic alliances, global strategy, innovation, organizational resilience, and entrepreneurial characteristics. She is particularly interested in the context of small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging markets.

Stella Nyongesa is a seasoned Lecturer in Marketing and Management at Strathmore University, Kenya. She received her PhD Degree in Marketing from Strathmore University. In addition, holds a Master in Banking and Finance (Microfinance Option) from Moi University and an MSc in Marketing from Makerere University (UG). She has led and contributed to several grant-funded research projects and has published in internationally recognized journals. A member of the International Academy of African Business and Development (IAABD) and the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), she is dedicated to empowering future business leaders and promoting social change through critical thinking. Her academic leadership emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and transformative education. Stella has presented her work at local and international conferences, earning accolades such as a Best Paper Journal Award for her impactful research contributions.