Meet Dr Jonathan Lord, Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management here at Salford Business School. Here at Salford, he brings curiosity by encouraging students to debate real-world employment tribunals and discuss how we can employ better working conditions for working people.
Dr Jonathan Owens has always been a Salford ambassador through and through, having started as an undergraduate student, then joining his supervisor on a research project, and later becoming a permanent academic. His passion for Salford has led him on extraordinary journeys - from meeting royalty to redesigning two award-winning modules – and has enabled him to create opportunities for Salford students throughout his career.
Dr David Beech, an organisational psychologist and Lecturer in Salford Business School, recently presented his practical research on applying general selection theory to business decision-making for sustainability. His work proposes a socio-ecological framework to help managers understand how different types of decisions and processes can support long-term sustainability.
As 2026 approaches, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve at remarkable speed, embedding itself deeper into working life. Organisations now face new challenges and opportunities in how they apply, govern and benefit from AI.
Dr Kate Han, Lecturer in Digital Business at Salford Business School, recently presented two conference papers at the 45th SGAI International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (SGAI, AI 2025), held at Peterhouse College, University of Cambridge.
Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), shifting workforce expectations and tighter regulation are reshaping the human resources (HR) landscape. Here, Dr Jonathan Lord outlines five trends he expects to influence HR practice in 2026 and beyond.
Earlier this month, Dr Joanne Caldwell, School Business Manager at the University of Salford, presented her latest research at the Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE) Annual Conference. Her paper, “On the Edge but Not There Yet”: Exploring the Liminal Space of Higher Education Professional Services Staff and Research, sparked thoughtful discussion among delegates from around the world.
Meet Nafisa Usman, Lecturer in Financial Technology and Digital Business at Salford Business School. Nafisa is driven by her passion for regulatory innovation, inspiring the next generation of Financial Technology (FinTech) professionals and advancing the use of technology and data to strengthen policy and promote financial inclusion. She was one of the first academics to earn a PhD in Financial Technology and Digital Intelligence at the University of Salford.
Four members of the Salford community have been recognised in BusinessCloud’s 2025 Northern Leaders list, including three members of Salford Business School’s (SBS) Industry Advisory Board. The list celebrates individuals who are shaping the future of the North through leadership, innovation and public impact.
Meet Dr Adrian Monaghan, Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for MSc International Business here at Salford Business School. Having worked at a French multinational firm, he became inspired to pursue a career in academia and apply his knowledge to teaching students about international business.