Strategic Advisory Board
Where business education meets industry expertise
The University of Glasgow Adam Smith Business School works closely with our Strategic Advisory Board (SAB) to ensure our business education remains world-class and industry relevant.
The Board is comprised of highly influential leaders from a diverse range of national and international organisations across the public and private sectors.
Members
Arujuna Sivananthan
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:57:00 GMT
Entrepreneur and investment specialist, and University of Glasgow alumnus
Our strategic focus
The Strategic Advisory Boards acts as an instrument for change, championing the School globally to enhance our reputation for thought leadership and impact. The Board supports our global reach through three distinct strategic roles:
Ambassadorial
- Promoting the School locally, nationally and internationally to business, government, and policy stakeholders.
- Highlighting key strategic research and teaching expertise to international networks to encourage engagement.
- Working with the School to influence and engage with key external bodies.
- Supporting School initiatives and activities by participating in key events and providing visible encouragement.
- Attending national and international events to promote ventures and advocate for the School.
Advisory
- Providing informed guidance on the validity and potential of research, teaching, and commercial initiatives.
- Bringing academic and commercial opportunities to our attention and advising on how best to pursue them.
- Reviewing the academic and business merits of key strategic developments.
- Assisting in shaping our strategic engagement with external stakeholders.
- Supporting the development of promotional materials to build brand and reputation.
Commissioning and Philanthropic
- Identifying future research opportunities and facilitating contacts for consultancy and impact cases.
- Facilitating income generation through sponsorship, scholarships, and commissioned research.
- Encouraging participation in School-run executive education and professional development (CPD) courses.
- Promoting School facilities, such as the atrium and behavioural lab, to external stakeholders.
- Supporting practitioner-driven inputs and research partnerships.
- Facilitating internships and student projects to improve employability and knowledge transfer.
Further information: marion.fisher@glasgow.ac.uk