Ademar Bechtold

Ademar Bechtold serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University's Carey Business School, teaching since 2002 with a focus on applied economics. His expertise centers on leveraging international trade mechanisms for business expansion and poverty alleviation in global markets.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Economics, State University of New York at Buffalo
• MA in Economics, State University of New York at Buffalo
• BS in Business & Economics, Santa Catarina, Brazil

Research emphasizes practical applications of trade policy, examining how economic frameworks stimulate entrepreneurship while addressing socioeconomic disparities. His work bridges theoretical economics with real-world business strategy development.

Notable recognitions include:

• Thomas P. and Clementine L. Mullan Distinguished Teacher Award, Notre Dame of Maryland University (2000)
• Richard Manning Award for Excellence in Teaching, University at Buffalo (1991)
• International Graduate Scholarship, Brazilian National Bureau of Research (1986)
• International Ambassadorial Scholarship, Rotary International (1984)

As an active part-time instructor, he currently teaches Economics for Decision Making and previously taught The Firm and the Macroeconomy, maintaining strong connections with Brazilian research institutions through CNPq affiliations.