I am a lecturer in the Edinburgh Napier Business School where I specialise in Digital Business and Operations Management. As an experienced project and programme manager across a range of situations and companies I seek to blend my experience with the academic material to give students some understanding of how what they are learning can be used in a practical way. I teach at both Degree and Masters level using a blend of interactive lectures, social media and other technology to enhance the learning experience for the students. I also have experience of the development and delivery on commercial programmes for external organisations.I developed and deliver the Applied Football Management programme in conjunction with PFA Scotland. This programme is based on the output from doctoral thesis Reframing Scottish Football: Strategy and the short-term nature of the football industry. My aim is to help professional players and coaches develop the management skills they will need to build a successful career post-playing. That may be as a manager, Director of Football or outside of football. I've been involved with Edinburgh Napier University football club since 2006 as a player, coach, manager and technical director. This opportunity allows me to keep my management skills active whilst retaining an involvement in sport.