Anna D. Martin

Dr. Anna D. Martin is a Professor and holder of the Alois J. Theis Endowed Chair in Global Finance at The Peter J. Tobin College of Business, St. John's University. She serves as Executive Director of the Applied Finance Institute and has held leadership roles in professional organizations such as the Eastern Finance Association and Financial Management Association (FMA). Her research focuses on international finance, corporate hedging, and regulatory impacts on corporations, with over 40 publications in top journals like the Journal of International Money and Finance and Journal of Banking and Finance. She has been recognized for teaching, research, and service by her institution.

Education:

• PhD in Finance, Florida Atlantic University
• MBA (International Specialization), University of Miami
• BS in Industrial Management, Purdue University

Research Interests include analyzing how corporations manage financial risks through hedging strategies, the effects of regulatory policies (e.g., Dodd-Frank, Sarbanes-Oxley) on financial institutions, and cross-border financial dynamics. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications in global markets and corporate governance.

Awards: Multiple teaching, research, and service awards from the Tobin College of Business, though specific names are not disclosed. Her leadership in founding and co-chairing the FMA Applied Finance conference (2011–2023) highlights her contributions to academic and professional discourse.

Grants & Advising: While specific grant details are not provided, her extensive publication record and conference leadership imply significant involvement in funded research initiatives. She has mentored students through courses such as FIN 607 Financial Management and FIN 4350 Seminar in Finance, fostering expertise in applied finance analysis.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Applied Finance Institute, which likely serves as a hub for collaborative research and industry engagement in finance and global markets.