1st Edition
Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Consultancy A Practical Guide
Introduction 1. Conceptualisation of Ideas 2. Idea Transformation and Market Research 3. Anticipating Challenges and Hedging Risks 4. Business Model and Value Proposition 5. Vision, Mission, Goals and Culture 6. Leadership and Management 7. Strategising: Between Market Entry and Got-To-Market Strategies 8. Financing a New Venture and Selling to Investors 9. Problem Diagnosis, Problem-Solving Strategies, and Exit Strategies
Biography
Wael Saghir, PhD, is an award-nominated consultant and business transformation specialist whose leadership has driven measurable impact across organisations and communities. He spearheaded organisational restructuring and strategic growth, achieving over 1,450% expansion for a London-based consultancy while sustaining a 98% client satisfaction rate.
He co-directs the Digital Culture, Finance and Ecological Sustainability Think Tank at the Global Research Network, collaborating with various partners and stakeholders to address the complexities of digital transformation and sustainability worldwide. His research and policy contributions have been cited by global consultancy groups, archived by governmental and international agencies, and integrated into academic curricula.
Dr Saghir currently serves as Course Director for the MSc International Business Management at London South Bank University and is a Consulting Professor to leading institutions in the US and UK. He is recognised for redesigning postgraduate programmes to achieve record student satisfaction and for mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders. His accolades include multiple national award nominations in business, education, and innovation. He is the recipient of the Bridging Cultures Award and is regularly invited to speak at major international conferences.
"Through Dr Saghir’s distinct lens and proven track record in pioneering innovative solutions, this book offers both a strategic blueprint and a practical companion for consultants and entrepreneurs. It challenges convention, sharpens judgement, and equips readers to turn ambitious ideas into measurable, lasting impact." Pilar Santamaria, CEO of WisdomNow AI, NED, ex Microsoft and Google Cloud
“Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Consultancy is an inspiring masterclass guiding aspiring innovators from spark to startup. Wael Saghir’s expert insights and practical frameworks empower readers to harness creativity, overcome challenges, and launch ventures. His approach to business and consultancy was one of the driving forces igniting an innovation impact mindset in our researchers.” Dr Yoriko Otomo, Director of Global Research Network Think Tank Programme and Research Degrees Leader at the University for the Creative Arts
