海角社区 Business School staff celebration 2026
海角社区 Business School recently held the Staff Celebration and Recognition Awards 2026. Presented by Dean of the School, Professor Jan Godsell, the event provided an opportunity to reflect and celebrate the exceptional achievements and dedication of colleagues from across the School who have made significant Progress with Purpose this year.
EDI Champions
Lennie Foster and Peggy Alexopoulou
In recognition of outstanding contribution to demonstrate excellence through the practice of EDI.
Early Career Researchers of the Year
Nick Black and Antti Lyyra
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement to research
Early Career Teacher of the Year
Qian Song
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement to teaching
Enhancing Student Experience Award
Katherine Martin and Justine Wood
In recognition of outstanding contribution to the student experience
Neil Doherty Award
Malika Lawrence
In recognition of an outstanding record of contributing to the development and success of others
Doctoral Researcher of the Year
TJ Ekrokpe
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement to doctoral research
Progress With Purpose: Team Player of the Year
Rachael Mabe and Dawn Brown
In recognition of going above and beyond expectations of the role to help the school achieve success
Research Impact Award
Iain Coyne
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement
Researcher of the Year
Grammatoula Papaioannou
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement to research
Social Responsibility Champion Award
Petros Vourvachis
In recognition of work undertaken for the community and/or wider society domestically and/or internationally
Teacher of the Year
Michelle Aitken
In recognition of outstanding contribution and achievement to teaching
Progress With Purpose: Team of the Year
People, Process and Operations Team and Research and Innovation Team
In recognition of outstanding teamwork contributing to the student experience and success of the school
The Andrew Rothwell Award for Responsible Management Education
This award was launched in 2026 and opens for nominations from 1st August 2026. The award has been created in honour of our late colleague Andrew Rothwell who sadly passed away earlier this year. To launch this award it was presented to Andrew's wife Francis and son Tom.
In recognition of demonstrated excellence across education, research, external engagement, and institutional activities working collaboratively with colleagues across the school
