Our Team
Research, Advisory and Enterprise Expertise
The Business Research Hub brings together a multidisciplinary team of academics and experienced practitioners committed to translating research into practical business impact. Our collective expertise spans SME growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, strategy, digital transformation, organisational capability, innovation, and applied business research. Together, we combine academic rigour with practical insight to support evidence-informed conversations, collaborative initiatives, and capability development across the business ecosystem.
Dr Izu Nnabuife
Founder & Director
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Dr Izu Nnabuife is an applied business researcher, educator, and enterprise-focused strategist with expertise in SME capability, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and strategic growth.
His work focuses on bridging the gap between research and business practice, helping organisations translate evidence into stronger decision-making, capability development, and sustainable growth.
With experience spanning academia and industry, he brings a practical, research-led perspective to business capability challenges, digital adoption, and organisational resilience.
As Founder of the Business Research Hub, Izu leads the Hub’s strategic direction, research agenda, partnerships, and flagship initiatives.
Professor Peter Stokes
Leadership, Strategy & Organisational Transformation
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Professor Peter Stokes is an internationally recognised academic and leadership scholar with extensive expertise in strategic management, organisational transformation, leadership, and responsible business.
His work spans executive education, organisational development, and international business, with a strong focus on leadership practice, strategic thinking, and organisational change.
At the Business Research Hub, Peter brings senior strategic insight and thought leadership to initiatives focused on organisational capability, leadership development, and business transformation.
Dr Demola Obembe
Entrepreneurship, Innovation & SME Development
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Dr Demola Obembe is an entrepreneurship and innovation specialist with expertise in SME growth, entrepreneurial ecosystems, innovation strategy, and business development.
His research explores how entrepreneurial organisations identify opportunities, scale capability, and navigate dynamic business environments.
At the Business Research Hub, Demola contributes expertise in entrepreneurship research, innovation-led growth, and SME development.
Dr David Gordon
Strategy, Leadership & Organisational Development
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Dr David Gordon brings expertise in strategy, organisational leadership, and business development, with a strong interest in helping organisations strengthen capability and adapt to changing environments.
His academic and practical experience supports research-informed approaches to leadership, strategic decision-making, and organisational effectiveness.
At the Business Research Hub, David contributes strategic and organisational insight to research and capability-focused initiatives.
Dr. Nnaemeka Ewelukwa
Digital Transformation, Technology & Business Innovation
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Dr Nnaemeka Ewelukwa brings expertise in digital transformation, business technology, innovation, and organisational adaptation.
His work focuses on how organisations leverage technology, innovation, and digital capability to improve performance and respond to evolving market demands.
At the Business Research Hub, he supports initiatives exploring digital readiness, innovation capability, and technology-enabled business growth.
Dr Marian Evans
Entrepreneurship, SME Growth & Leadership Development
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Dr Marian Evans is an entrepreneurship and enterprise specialist with expertise in SME growth, leadership capability, entrepreneurial decision-making, and business transformation.
Combining academic expertise with practical business experience as a former entrepreneur, she brings valuable insight into the realities SMEs face in scaling, capability building, and navigating change.
At the Business Research Hub, Marian supports research and advisory initiatives focused on strengthening SME resilience, leadership effectiveness, and evidence-informed growth.
Interested in collaborating?
We welcome engagement with business networks, ecosystem partners, educational institutions, policymakers, and organisations interested in research-informed capability development and SME growth.