Benyawarath Nithithanatchinnapat

Dr. Benyawarath Nithithanatchinnapat serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Gannon University's Dahlkemper School of Business, specializing in Management Information Systems and Information Technology. With a Ph.D. from Washington State University and professional experience spanning Penn State, UNC Charlotte, The World Bank, and IBM, she integrates academic research with practical industry insights in digital transformation and AI education.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Business Administration (Management Information Systems), Washington State University (2017)
• M.B.A. in Finance, University of Akron (2001)
• M.S. in Information Systems Management, University of Akron (2000)
• B.S. in Computer Science, Mahidol University International College, Thailand (1998)

Her research centers on technology-business intersections, examining digital economy readiness, AI integration in business education, cybersecurity frameworks, and IT skills development across global contexts. She actively investigates how emerging technologies reshape workforce preparation and organizational practices, with emphasis on practical applications for business analytics and sustainable IT solutions.

Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory toward generative AI applications in business education and operations, alongside studies on global IT resource allocation and veteran career pathways in technology. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world implementation challenges in digital transformation.

As an active member of Gannon University's AI Taskforce, she contributes to institutional strategy for artificial intelligence integration. Her professional engagement extends to conference leadership and community mentorship initiatives focused on promoting diversity in technology careers and lifelong learning opportunities for students.