Full Name
Professor Ioannis Ioannou
Job Title
Associate Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship
Company
London Business School
Speaker Bio
Professor Ioannis Ioannou is a world-renowned expert in sustainability leadership, corporate responsibility, and ESG integration. His award-winning academic work on strategic sustainability integration, coupled with his focus on the investment community and financial markets, has established him as a thought leader in the field.
Professor Ioannou's research, published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals such as the Strategic Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, and Management Science, provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities organizations face when developing sustainable business models. He is the most widely cited scholar of his graduating cohort and also serves as an Associate Editor of Strategic Management Journal and Management Science, two of the field's most prestigious academic journals.
A passionate educator, Professor Ioannou has designed and delivered the highly successful six-week online course on Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility, which has enrolled more than 1000 senior leaders and board members from around the world, equipping them to drive transformational change and achieve positive social impact. His contributions to responsible business education were recently also recognized with the Financial Times Responsible Business Education Award, underscoring his impact in shaping the next generation of sustainability leaders.
Recognized as a thought leader in both academia and practice, Professor Ioannou actively engages with leading companies, boards, and executives, providing valuable perspectives on the implications of transitioning to sustainability leadership for both businesses and investors. Deeply committed to both research and practice, his expertise has earned him positions on various advisory boards, including the Sustainability Advisory Panel of Merck KGaA, the ESG Advisory Board of the DWS Group, the Advisory Board of Qurator and as a member of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Expert Network, where he offers expert guidance on Sustainable Development.
A sought-after speaker and advisor, Professor Ioannou has delivered numerous keynote speeches at high-profile events and industry conferences worldwide, sharing insights from his research and its practical applications. His work has been featured in popular and managerial press outlets, and he is recognized as a top global influencer on responsible business and sustainability matters across social media platforms. Furthermore, Professor Ioannou has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice, acknowledging his significant influence and thought leadership in his field.
Professor Ioannou holds a magna cum laude degree in Economics and Mathematics from Yale University and a Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University and the Harvard Business School. As an Associate Professor with tenure at the London Business School (LBS), he teaches on various degree programs and is a regular contributor to numerous executive education programs, including modules on Responsible Business and Sustainability. Through his multifaceted approach to sustainability leadership, Professor Ioannou continues to shape the future of sustainable business practices and responsible investing, bridging the gap between academic insights and real-world implementation.
Professor Ioannou's research, published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals such as the Strategic Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, and Management Science, provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities organizations face when developing sustainable business models. He is the most widely cited scholar of his graduating cohort and also serves as an Associate Editor of Strategic Management Journal and Management Science, two of the field's most prestigious academic journals.
A passionate educator, Professor Ioannou has designed and delivered the highly successful six-week online course on Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility, which has enrolled more than 1000 senior leaders and board members from around the world, equipping them to drive transformational change and achieve positive social impact. His contributions to responsible business education were recently also recognized with the Financial Times Responsible Business Education Award, underscoring his impact in shaping the next generation of sustainability leaders.
Recognized as a thought leader in both academia and practice, Professor Ioannou actively engages with leading companies, boards, and executives, providing valuable perspectives on the implications of transitioning to sustainability leadership for both businesses and investors. Deeply committed to both research and practice, his expertise has earned him positions on various advisory boards, including the Sustainability Advisory Panel of Merck KGaA, the ESG Advisory Board of the DWS Group, the Advisory Board of Qurator and as a member of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Expert Network, where he offers expert guidance on Sustainable Development.
A sought-after speaker and advisor, Professor Ioannou has delivered numerous keynote speeches at high-profile events and industry conferences worldwide, sharing insights from his research and its practical applications. His work has been featured in popular and managerial press outlets, and he is recognized as a top global influencer on responsible business and sustainability matters across social media platforms. Furthermore, Professor Ioannou has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice, acknowledging his significant influence and thought leadership in his field.
Professor Ioannou holds a magna cum laude degree in Economics and Mathematics from Yale University and a Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University and the Harvard Business School. As an Associate Professor with tenure at the London Business School (LBS), he teaches on various degree programs and is a regular contributor to numerous executive education programs, including modules on Responsible Business and Sustainability. Through his multifaceted approach to sustainability leadership, Professor Ioannou continues to shape the future of sustainable business practices and responsible investing, bridging the gap between academic insights and real-world implementation.
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