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John Anchor is Professor Emeritus of International Strategy. His expertise lies in the linked areas of strategy, international business, industrial economics, and public policy. His research is focused on emerging markets, especially in Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

Previously, he held posts as Associate Dean (International), Head of Department, Principal Lecturer, Senior Lecturer and Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield. John was responsible for the development and oversight of education and research partnerships for the Huddersfield Business School from 2016 to 2024.  He also worked with the International Office to recruit international students to the Business School and oversaw the academic and social experience of those students in Huddersfield. 

John has undertaken many international research and education projects. John has received ten awards (medals) in recognition of his role in developing research and education partnerships in Central and Eastern Europe. These include a Gold Medal, awarded by the Rector of the Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic, in November 2017, ”in appreciation of his extraordinary contributions to the development of the university, science, culture, education and academic freedom”.

Since January 2023, John has been the Chair of the Rector's International Advisory Board at the University of Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic. From December 2020 to December 2022, he was a member of the Rector's International Advisory Commission.

In addition to his academic career, John has had extensive involvement in Public Service. John served as a Municipal Councillor for 21 years, including three years as Chair of a Housing Committee. He has also been a Governor of Secondary, Special and Primary Schools since 1986.