Dr. Kukkamalla Prasanna Kumar is a distinguished researcher with extensive experience in business organization and project management. He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Laurea University of Applied Sciences in Finland, focusing on interactive network branding and the resilience of small firms during crises. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at IESE Business School in Barcelona and Tampere University in Finland, where he managed significant projects such as "FutureSpaces" funded by Business Finland. His professional journey includes roles as a Business Development Manager at Provoli Solutions LLP in India and as a Guest Faculty at Acharya Nagarjuna University, showcasing his diverse expertise in both academia and industry.
He has a PhD in Business Organization from the University of Girona, Spain, and a Master's in International Management from Audencia Nantes School of Business in France. His research has been published in numerous international journals, addressing topics such as collaborative partnerships in the automotive industry and innovation ecosystems in cities. He actively participates in international conferences, presenting his work on business model innovation and servitization in manufacturing.