Spy Mukonori | Strategic Management | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Spy Mukonori | Strategic Management | Best Researcher Award

University of Zambia | Zambia

Mrs. Spy Mukonori is a PhD candidate in Business and Management at the University of Zambia, with extensive research interests in sustainable strategic management, company strategy, resilience, technology management, and growth. She holds a Master of Commerce in Strategic Management and Corporate Governance and a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management from Midlands State University, Zimbabwe, along with diplomas in Business Marketing and Logistics & Supply Chain Management from the University of Zimbabwe. Professionally, she brings over thirteen years of managerial experience, serving as Managing Director of Markfrank Haulage (Pvt) Ltd since 2013, where she has implemented innovative fleet management systems and green logistics practices, and as Director of Global Connect Agency, fostering international business opportunities. Her prior roles include Transport and Logistics Manager and Finance Manager at Markfrank Haulage, providing insights into supply chain optimization and strategic financial management. She has published multiple papers on sustainable strategic management practices (SSMP) in the food industry, contributing both practical and scholarly knowledge to business management research.

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Mukonori, S., & Qutieshat, A. (2025). The major drivers of sustainable strategic management practices (SSMP) in the food industry: A systematic literature review. Cogent Business & Management, 12(1), Article 2569802

Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila | Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila | Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana

Prof. Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila is an esteemed Associate Professor at the University for Development Studies in Tamale, Ghana. He holds a Ph.D. in Development Studies from the University of Ghana (2014) and an M.Phil. in Agricultural Administration (2004). His academic journey includes roles as Senior Lecturer and Lecturer, with a strong focus on teaching, research, and community outreach. Prof. Ayambila has contributed significantly to various research projects, including climate change resilience and food security. He has received multiple awards, including a DAAD scholarship for his doctoral studies. 🌱📚🌍✨

 

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Academic Qualifications

Prof. Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila holds a Ph.D. in Development Studies from the Ghanaian-German Centre for Development Economics (2011-2014), an M. Phil. in Agricultural Administration from the University of Ghana (2002-2004), and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics and Extension from the University for Development Studies, Tamale (1997-2001). His strong academic foundation underpins his research capabilities and teaching effectiveness.

Professional Experience

Associate Professor at the University for Development Studies, Tamale, Prof. Ayambila has extensive experience in teaching and supervising graduate and undergraduate students. His career spans various roles, including Senior Lecturer and Lecturer, where he has contributed significantly to academic activities and community outreach initiatives. His involvement in research data collection, analysis, and supervision of students’ dissertations further demonstrates his commitment to academic excellence.

Research Contributions

Prof. Ayambila’s research experience is extensive, with participation in several significant projects, including:

  • SAFE4ALL: A project focusing on safeguarding African foodsheds and ecosystems, initiated in 2023.
  • TEMBO: A four-year project aimed at transformative environmental monitoring in Africa.
  • GIZ Green People’s Energy Project: Coordinating initiatives on solar-powered irrigation systems.
  • CRES: Investigating climate change resilience in ecosystem services.

He has also served as a consultant for Ghana’s food systems and led key assessments for various organizations, including the FAO and the World Food Program. His diverse research portfolio reflects his expertise in sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental monitoring.

Honors and Awards

Prof. Ayambila has received notable scholarships and awards, including the DAAD scholarship for his Ph.D. studies and the National Agribusiness Development Programme (NADEP) scholarship for faculty research capacity building. His recognition for academic presentations, such as the Best Track Presentation Award at the International Trade and Academic Research Conference in 2013, underscores his impact in his field.

Conclusion

Prof. Sylvester Nsobire Ayambila’s combination of robust academic qualifications, extensive teaching and research experience, and a proven track record of impactful contributions make him an exemplary candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His commitment to advancing knowledge and practices in development studies and agriculture positions him as a leading figure in his field.

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • Technical efficiency of rice production at the Tono irrigation scheme in northern Ghana | Cited by: 105 | Year: 2012 🌾
  • Impact of Zai technology on farmers’ welfare: Evidence from northern Ghana | Cited by: 47 | Year: 2019 🌍
  • Small farming and generational renewal in the context of food security challenges | Cited by: 43 | Year: 2020 🌱
  • An analysis of household farm investment decisions under varying land tenure arrangements in Ghana | Cited by: 33 | Year: 2016 💼
  • The future of small farms and small food businesses as actors in regional food security: A participatory scenario analysis from Europe and Africa | Cited by: 19 | Year: 2022 🌏
  • Enhancing healthy ecosystems in northern Ghana through eco-friendly farm-based practices: insights from irrigation scheme-types | Cited by: 18 | Year: 2019 🌿
  • Economics of rice production: an economic analysis of rice production systems in the upper east region of Ghana | Cited by: 15 | Year: 2008 📈
  • Determinants of non-farm micro and small enterprise participation in rural Ghana | Cited by: 11 | Year: 2017 🏢
  • Participation in agricultural extension and labor productivity: a case study of smallholder farmers in Ghana | Cited by: 10 | Year: 2020 👩‍🌾
  • Evaluating Land Management Options (ELMO): a participatory tool for assessing farmers’ sustainable land management decision preferences and trade-offs | Cited by: 10 | Year: 2015 ⚖️

 

 

 

 

 

Dominik Balthasar | Strategy Management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Dominik Balthasar | Strategy Management | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Dominik Balthasar, Asian Institute of Management, Philippines

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dominik Balthasar, born on January 27, 1980, is a German international development expert with over 18 years of experience in academia, policy, and operations. Currently a Program Director and Assistant Professor at the Asian Institute of Management in Manila, Philippines, he specializes in strategic foresight and systems thinking. Dr. Balthasar has a rich background in global development, having held key roles at KfW Development Bank and swisspeace, among others. He holds a PhD from the London School of Economics and is a member of several prestigious networks including the Overseas Development Institute. 🌏📊✨

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Education  🎓📚

He holds a PhD in International Development from the London School of Economics and has completed various certificates in design thinking and management from prestigious institutions.

 

Work Experience 🏢🌟

Dominik’s career spans roles at KfW Development Bank and swisspeace, and he has undertaken numerous consulting assignments. His work focuses on strategic foresight, peace-building, and development in fragile states, with a keen interest in innovative solutions for global challenges.

Research Focus 🌍

Dr. Dominik Balthasar is an accomplished researcher specializing in state-building, peace-building, and conflict resolution, primarily in the context of fragile and emerging states like Somalia and Somaliland. His work delves into the intricacies of state formation, examining the interplay between politics, conflict, and identity. He explores themes such as the effectiveness of international interventions, the role of local politics in state-making, and the challenges of nation-building in volatile regions. Dr. Balthasar’s research also addresses how socio-political dynamics and resource conflicts, such as those involving oil, shape state trajectories and peace processes. 📘🔍

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Henk Volberda | Business Administration | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Henk Volberda | Business Administration | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Henk Volberda, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands

Henk W. Volberda, Prof. of Strategic Management & Innovation at Amsterdam Business School, explores hyper-competition, tech disruption, and new business models. 🚀 He leads the Innovation & Digital group at the Strategy & IB section and serves as Scientific Director at the Amsterdam Centre for Business Innovation. 🎓 With advisory roles at NXP Semiconductors and Apollo Tyres Netherlands, he’s a World Economic Forum expert and fellow of the European Academy of Management. 🌍 Volberda’s acclaimed works include “Building the Flexible Firm” and “Reinventing Business Models.” 📚 Recognized for research on organizational flexibility, he’s garnered awards like the Igor Ansoff Strategic Management Award.

 

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Research Focus

Henk W. Volberda’s research delves into the dynamic interplay of exploratory and exploitative innovation within organizations, emphasizing their pivotal role in achieving sustainable performance and strategic agility. 🔄 With a focus on organizational antecedents and environmental moderators, his work elucidates the mechanisms driving innovation and ambidexterity. 🧠 Volberda’s contributions span various fields, including strategic management, organizational theory, and innovation studies, offering invaluable insights for navigating hypercompetitive landscapes. 🌱 Through extensive scholarly output and collaborations, he continues to shape our understanding of how firms adapt and thrive amidst rapid technological change and market turbulence.

 

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Exploratory innovation, exploitative innovation, and performance: Effects of organizational antecedents and environmental moderators 📚 Published in 2006, cited by 4709.

Managing potential and realized absorptive capacity: how do organizational antecedents matter? 📝 Published in 2005, cited by 3308.

Coevolution of firm absorptive capacity and knowledge environment: Organizational forms and combinative capabilities 🔄 Published in 1999, cited by 2424.

Toward the flexible form: How to remain vital in hypercompetitive environments 🌱 Published in 1996, cited by 1930.

Perspective—Absorbing the concept of absorptive capacity: How to realize its potential in the organization field 🧠 Published in 2010, cited by 1867.

Prolegomena on coevolution: A framework for research on strategy and new organizational forms🌐 Published in 1999, cited by 1693.

Building the flexible firm: How to remain competitive 🏢 Published in 1999, cited by 1649.

Structural differentiation and ambidexterity: The mediating role of integration mechanisms 🤝 Published in 2009, cited by 1475.

Management innovation and leadership: The moderating role of organizational size 📊 Published in 2012, cited by 1086.

Understanding variation in managers’ ambidexterity: Investigating direct and interaction effects of formal structural and personal coordination mechanisms 🧩 Published in 2009, cited by 1019.