Stefanos Nachmias

Stefanos Nachmias is Head of the Department of Management at Nottingham Business School. In this role, he works closely with the department's senior leadership team to develop and implement strategies that support excellence in learning and teaching. His vision is to foster a collaborative culture that leverages academic expertise to enhance education and knowledge creation. Through active engagement with colleagues and the promotion of academic scholarship, he encourages staff to contribute to the development and dissemination of innovative educational practices in business and management.

A dedicated researcher, Stefanos' work focuses on diversity, equality, and trauma-informed practice. His latest book, Managing Trauma in the Workplace (Bristol University Press, 2026), provides practical and research-informed approaches to supporting employees who have experienced trauma and to creating healthier workplace cultures. The book is available from Bristol University Press: Managing Trauma in the Workplace.

In addition, he has undertaken extensive research examining the impact of childhood trauma on working lives. Through a British Academy-funded project, he has worked with organisations and individuals to promote trauma-informed approaches and support the creation of psychologically safe workplaces. His research is driven by a commitment to challenging established perspectives and generating positive change at both individual and organisational levels.

Stefanos also has a strong interest in Human Resource Development, particularly leadership development. He has co-edited two volumes that explore the ways innovation, technology, and organisational change shape professional learning and development. As a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), he has been actively involved in developing pedagogical innovations and scholarly activities centred on authentic learning. His commitment to working with organisations to enhance educational practice continues to underpin his academic approach.

Throughout his career, Stefanos has held a range of academic leadership positions, including Programme Director, International Coordinator, Online Programme Leader, Academic Board Member, and Employability Manager. He teaches Human Resource Management and supervises doctoral researchers in the areas of diversity, equality, trauma-informed practice, and leadership development.

He is also a member of several professional bodies, including the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the University Forum for Human Resource Development (UFHRD).