Professor Dr. Ute Stephan

Biography

Ute Stephan is a Professor of Entrepreneurship at King's Business School, King's College London. Her research has received multiple international accolades, including the 2025 JIBS Decade award for her lead-authored paper 'Institutions and Social Entrepreneurship'. Ute is recognized globally for her scientific contributions and ranks in the top 2% of scientists according to citation metrics from a Stanford study. She has attracted over £3 million in funding from various esteemed organizations, including the European Commission and UK research councils. Ute is an influential thought leader who regularly presents keynote addresses at major international conferences, focusing on themes such as entrepreneurial mental well-being, sustainability, and the societal impacts of entrepreneurship. Her work has been featured in high-profile media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and the BBC. Ute is also actively involved in research projects that span over 25 countries, studying topics like the effects of COVID-19 on entrepreneurs' resilience and well-being. With a strong commitment to advancing the field of entrepreneurship, she serves on various editorial boards and has held prestigious editorial roles in several leading academic journals.

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