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Ferran Vendrell-Herrero
Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Business Economics, University of Birmingham
Professional Background
Ferran Vendrell-Herrero is a distinguished academic and researcher who has carved out a significant niche in the field of business economics. With a strong industrial orientation, Dr. Vendrell-Herrero leverages a quantitative approach in his research, which focuses primarily on the economic analysis of organizations. His expertise includes panel data analysis, productivity analysis, and discrete choice models, contributing greatly to contemporary business modeling and operations management.
Dr. Vendrell-Herrero's career entails a vast array of teaching and research experiences across various reputable institutions. He is currently a Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham, where he imparts knowledge on business economics, macroeconomics, and supply chain management. His dedication to education has earned him recognition, and he has been a qualified teacher since 2015, recognized as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Over the years, he has successfully co-supervised three PhD dissertations, contributing to the academic development of emerging scholars.
Prior to his current role, Dr. Vendrell-Herrero served as a Lecturer in Managerial Economics at the University of Birmingham, and he held esteemed positions such as Assistant Professor at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. His academic journey began at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where he also completed his education, culminating in a Cum Laude PhD in Business Economics.
Education and Achievements
Ferran Vendrell-Herrero has a solid educational foundation that has prepared him for his influential career. He earned his Licenciatura in Economics and Business Administration from the prestigious Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Furthering his education, he participated in an Erasmus program, studying Economics and Management at the esteemed University of Reading, which broadened his understanding of international business paradigms. His academic excellence led him back to Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where he pursued and achieved a PhD in Business Economics, graduating with Cum Laude honors.
Dr. Vendrell-Herrero's contributions to academia are not limited to teaching; he is also an accomplished researcher with numerous publications in high-impact journals. His research articles have appeared in journals such as the International Journal of Production Economics, Technovation, Small Business Economics, Regional Studies, and Supply Chain Management. These publications showcase his commitment to advancing knowledge in the fields of innovation, business models, and operations management.
Research Projects and Collaborative Efforts
A significant aspect of Dr. Vendrell-Herrero's career has been his involvement in groundbreaking research projects aimed at boosting competitive advantage in the European manufacturing landscape. He is a co-investigator of the MAKERS project, funded by the Horizon 2020 initiative, which represents a comprehensive effort to create a network of researchers dedicated to studying the competitiveness of European manufacturers. This project, boasting funding of over €1 million from the European Commission, underscores Dr. Vendrell-Herrero’s commitment to applying academic research to real-world industrial challenges.
In addition to his work in the MAKERS project, Dr. Vendrell-Herrero is also a co-investigator for a research initiative funded by Spain's Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness that focuses on the servitization of businesses. This project exemplifies his interest in exploring how traditional industries can evolve and adapt in an increasingly service-oriented market.
Beyond his academic and research roles, Ferran Vendrell-Herrero serves as the scientific director of the International Conference on Business Servitization. Now in its fourth edition, the conference serves as a dynamic platform for experts, practitioners, and academics to converge, share insights, and discuss the latest trends in business servitization and innovation. This position highlights his leadership within the academic community and his dedication to fostering collaborative dialogue on crucial issues in business economics.
Through his detailed quantitative research and active participation in consequential projects, Dr. Vendrell-Herrero has established robust collaboration links with leading global companies in both the music and publishing sectors. These partnerships emphasize his research's industrial relevance and its application in addressing contemporary business challenges, ensuring that his work transcends theoretical confines and impacts the real world.
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