New Academic Champion for Women and Diversity in Entrepreneurship

To support diversity in innovation and entrepreneurship, and to enhance the University’s commitment to these goals, Professor Molly Stevens will work with the IDEA (Increasing Diversity in Enterprising Activities) programme and EnSpire Oxford, the University’s entrepreneurship hub.  

Professor Stevens' focus will be on inspiring and nurturing underrepresented people within the University who have an interest in entrepreneurship; advocating at a senior level and collaborating  with researchers, Professional Services, Divisions, Departments, and the Equality and Diversity Unit to further this goal. 

Additionally, she will provide academic leadership in the development of a Women and Diversity in Entrepreneurship Strategy, aligning with the entrepreneurship objectives outlined in the University's Strategic Plan and Knowledge Exchange Strategy.

Professor Chas  Bountra, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Innovation, said: ‘I am delighted to announce Professor Stevens’ appointment as the new Academic Champion for Women and Diversity in Entrepreneurship. Molly brings a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, including business governance, research commercialisation and patent application; and as a female founder herself is an active advocate for women and diversity in academia.’ 

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