PhD, MBusEcon, MScEng, BEng
Lecturer
Room: OBS 705
Tel: +64 3 556 7733
Email daniel.mahn@otago.ac.nz
Dr Daniel Mahn joined the management department in 2026. His research lies at the intersection of economic of entrepreneurship, innovation and regional development. He also practises consulting and mentorship on small businesses, innovation projects, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Teaching responsibilities
ENTR 111 Responsible entrepreneurship
PhD opportunities
Dr Mahn is seeking students interested in exploring topics related to:
- Regional economies
- Small businesses
- Innovation
- Entrepreneurial ecosystems
Publications
Poblete, C., Mahn, D., Acuña, C., & Rifo, F. (2026). Three faces of rural entrepreneurship: Policy, lifestyle, and sustainability in a Patagonian entrepreneurial ecosystem. Small Business Economics. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1007/s11187-026-01198-4 Journal - Research Article
Poblete, C., Acuña, C., Mahn, D., & Rifo, F. (2025). Entrepreneurial identity construction among communitarians: Unravelling the psychological mechanisms. Journal of Small Business & Enterprise Development, 32(4), 833-857. doi: 10.1108/JSBED-07-2024-0352 Journal - Research Article
Mahn, D., Best, R., Wang, C., & Abiona, O. (2025). Equitable subsidy amounts for upfront energy costs in developing countries. Energy Economics, 150, 108890. doi: 10.1016/j.eneco.2025.108890 Journal - Research Article
Alarcón-Ramirez, D., Oliveros-Romero, J., & Mahn, D. (2025). Performance comparison of public–private partnerships and traditionally procured hospitals. Construction Management & Economics, 44(2), 79-97. doi: 10.1080/01446193.2025.2576548 Journal - Research Article
Mahn, D., Wang, C., Kent, D., & Heaton, C. (2024). The optimism effect on country productivity and innovation activities. Journal of Innovation & Knowledge, 9, 100565. doi: 10.1016/j.jik.2024.100565 Journal - Research Article