Dr Nikolina Koporcic is a Principal Researcher at Laurea University of Applied Sciences (Finland) and an Academy Research Fellow at the Academy of Finland. Nikolina also holds the title of a Docent (Adjunct Professor) at the University of Turku (Finland) and acts as an Associate Editor of Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility Journal. Her research focuses on international marketing, entrepreneurship, the role of individuals in corporate branding, and the co-creation of value in business-to-business relationships and networks. In particular, she is studying the importance of Interactive Network Branding for SMEs in business markets.

Emmanuel Adegbite is a visiting Professor of  Governance and Management. His widely cited research on corporate governance, corporate social responsibility and corporate finance, has been published in world-leading academic and professional outlets. His research has received prestigious awards, and in collaboration with others, has secured close to £500,000 in funding. Emmanuel works closely with businesses, NGOs and governments in promoting corporate accountability, especially in emerging and developing economies.