Assist. Prof. Dr. Yohannes Yesuf | Creativity | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yohannes Yesuf | Creativity | Postdoctoral Research at University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yohannes Yesuf is a distinguished scholar in Management, specializing in creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and strategy. He holds a BA in Management, an MBA with a specialization in Japanese Management, and a Ph.D. in Management. He currently serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Johannesburg and an Assistant Professor of Management at Woldia University. Dr. Yesuf’s research focuses on understanding the psychological, social, and digital drivers of innovation, entrepreneurial resilience, and strategic decision-making to enhance organizational development and business performance. He possesses advanced research skills in data analysis, structural equation modeling, survey design, and qualitative research methods, applied across international and multidisciplinary projects. His academic contributions are highlighted through publications in high-impact journals such as Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Cogent Business & Management, and Journal of the International Council for Small Business, reflecting a growing citation record and influence in the field. Dr. Yesuf has received recognition for his contributions to management research, including awards for research excellence and leadership in academic initiatives. He actively mentors students, contributes to community development programs, and participates in international research collaborations, demonstrating leadership beyond academia. Strengths include his robust publication record, interdisciplinary approach, and ability to translate research into practical strategies for organizational growth. Areas for improvement involve expanding his global research network and increasing policy-oriented outputs to bridge academia and practice. His future research potential is significant, focusing on sustainable innovation, entrepreneurship in developing economies, and enhancing business resilience under dynamic environments. In conclusion, Assist. Prof. Dr. Yohannes Yesuf embodies academic excellence, innovative research, and leadership in Management, with a strong track record of impactful contributions and the potential for continued influence in both scholarly and practical realms.

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Featured Publications

1. Yesuf, Y. M., Getahun, D. A., & Debas, A. T. (2023). Factors affecting employees’ creativity: The mediating role of intrinsic motivation. Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 12(1), 31. 25 citations.

2. Yesuf, Y. M., Getahun, D. A., & Debas, A. T. (2024). Determinants of employees’ creativity: Modeling the mediating role of organizational motivation to innovate. Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 13(1), 8. 20 citations.

3. Yesuf, Y. M., Getahun, D. A., & Debas, A. T. (2024). Impacts of work environment and family-work resource spillover on employees’ creativity at the workplace in the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research. Cogent Business & Management, 11(1), 2315668. 6 citations.

4. Mekonnen, Y. Y. (2017). Assessment of the economic and working conditions of the cut flower farm workers in Ethiopia: A case of Bahir Dar City. Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University. 3 citations.

5. Yesuf, Y. M., Fields, Z., & Chanie, W. (2025). Entrepreneurial resilience and tourism business success during crises: The moderating impact of state intervention. Journal of the International Council for Small Business, 1–23. 2 citations.

6. Yesuf, Y. M., & Getahun, D. A. (2024). Organizational motivation and innovation: Insights from Ethiopian workplaces. International Journal of Business Innovation, 7(2), 45–62. 4 citations.

7. Yesuf, Y. M., Debas, A. T., & Fields, Z. (2023). Creativity and leadership interplay: Implications for strategic decision-making in emerging economies. Management Research Review, 46(5), 89–108. 5 citations.