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Dr Doğa Istanbulluoglu is a Lecturer in the Department of Marketing at the Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham . She holds a PhD in Marketing from the same institution and teaches undergraduate courses such as 'Research Methods'. She also serves as the EDI Representative for the Marketing Department and PGTA Coordinator for both Marketing and Strategy & International Business Departments. Education: Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (Distinction), Centre for Learning and Academic Development, University of Birmingham (2017) PhD in Marketing, University of Birmingham (2014) MSc in Marketing (Merit), University of Birmingham (2008) BSc in Business Management (High Honour), Bilkent University, Turkey (2007) Her research focuses on online consumer behavior , particularly on social media platforms. She investigates negative consumer behaviors such as complaining, negative word-of-mouth, boycotts, and anti-consumption, as well as problematic technology use including smartphone addiction. Her work emphasizes post-purchase behaviors and the psychological and social dynamics behind consumer dissatisfaction and resistance. The recent articles show a strong trend in digital consumer behavior , with recurring themes in anti-consumption , fake online reviews , complaint handling , and technology overuse . Her research combines marketing theory with psychological and sociological insights, often using empirical methods to analyze consumer responses in digital environments. Dr Istanbulluoglu has published in leading journals such as European Journal of Marketing , Computers in Human Behavior , and Information Technology & People . Her work contributes to understanding ethical issues in digital marketing and strategies for effective online customer engagement and service recovery. She supervises postgraduate research and is involved in academic leadership through her PGTA and EDI roles. While no formal grants or doctoral students are listed, her collaborative publications suggest active research partnerships. She does not appear to lead a dedicated lab but contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on consumer ethics and digital behavior.

• Consumer Behaviour
• Online Consumer Behaviour
• Social Media Marketing
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Siamak Seyfi is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in Tourism Geography at the Geography Research Unit of the Faculty of Science, University of Oulu, Finland. He holds a PhD in Tourism Geography from Pantheon-Sorbonne University, France. His research focuses on critical tourism geographies, ethical consumerism, sustainability, resilience, and the role of Generation Z in shaping future tourism trends. Research Interests: Tourism Mobilities Ethical and Political Consumerism Sustainability and Resilience Behavioral Change Generation Z and Sustainable Consumption Politics of Tourism and Peace His work is interdisciplinary, drawing from critical theories, sociology, and ethnographic methods. He has co-authored and co-edited several influential books on tourism in Iran, sanctions, Muslim travel cultures, and Gen Z’s impact on sustainable tourism. His research is published in leading journals such as Annals of Tourism Research and Journal of Heritage Tourism , and he serves on multiple editorial boards. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications emphasize political and ethical dimensions of tourism, particularly how young consumers engage in boycotts and buycotts. The works also explore tourism’s role in post-sanction recovery, cultural heritage, and peacebuilding, especially in the Middle East context. Scientific Engagement: Editorial Board Member: Annals of Tourism Research, Tourism Planning & Development, Journal of Heritage Tourism, International Journal of Tourism Cities Research Leadership: He leads or contributes to the Tourism Geographies and Sustainable Mobilities (TOGSUM) research group and is involved in projects on Arctic resilience and digitalisation in tourism. He also co-organised the CRiT Summer School on Innovation and Technology in Tourism for Sustainable Development Goals.

• Tourism Geographies
• Critical Tourism Geographies
• Ethical and Political Consumerism
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Professor Craig N. Smith is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Marketing at the Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham . He also holds the INSEAD Chair in Ethics and Social Responsibility at INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France, reflecting his leadership in business ethics. Previously, he served on the faculties of London Business School, Georgetown University, and Harvard Business School. Education: PhD in Management (Marketing and Consumer Behaviour), Cranfield School of Management, 1986 BA (First Class Honours) in Marketing (with Engineering minor), Huddersfield Polytechnic, 1981 Research Interests: Craig N. Smith's research centers on ethical and strategic dimensions of marketing and corporate responsibility. His work explores stakeholder theory , corporate social responsibility (CSR) , sustainable consumption , ethical consumerism , and marketing ethics . He investigates how firms balance shareholder and stakeholder interests, manage ethical dilemmas in marketing, and respond to societal expectations regarding sustainability and transparency. Publication Trends: His recent publications consistently address ethical challenges in business, including deception in marketing, CSR strategies in global firms like Walmart and Gap Inc., stakeholder engagement, and the moral implications of corporate decisions. The articles reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach, integrating philosophy, marketing, and management to examine systemic ethical issues in contemporary business. Scientific Awards: Advising and Grants: While the provided text does not list any doctoral students or research grants, his extensive publication record and leadership roles suggest significant contributions to academic mentoring and funded research in the domain of business ethics and responsible marketing. Labs and Research Teams: There is no mention of specific labs or research teams led by Professor Smith in the provided text. However, his affiliation with INSEAD’s ethics chair and prior positions at leading business schools imply active participation in high-level research initiatives and collaborations focused on corporate responsibility and ethical leadership.

• Marketing Ethics
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Sustainability
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Dr Ziad Abdelmoety is a Lecturer in Marketing at Dundee Business School, University of Dundee. He holds a PhD in Marketing from Strathclyde Business School (Strathclyde University). Prior to his PhD, he served as an Assistant Lecturer and Lecturer at Assuit University-Egypt for 15 years, teaching and leading modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Education: PhD in Marketing, Strathclyde Business School, Strathclyde University Previous academic roles at Assuit University (Egypt): 10 years as Assistant Lecturer and 5 years as Lecturer Research Interests: Consumer Behaviour Digital Marketing Tourism Marketing Business Ethics Green Innovation Sustainable Performance Data Analytics His research has been published in top journals including Journal of Travel Research , Journal of Business Research , and Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services . Awards: CMI Champion at University of Dundee Business School (2023) Teaching: Module Leader for BU42008 – Marketing Communications and Branding for Transitional Change BU22008 – Customer Experience in a Digital World BU30013 – Marketing BU30018 – Marketing Strategy Editorial & Review Activities: Editorial Board Member – Sustainability (Journal) Peer Reviewer for Management Decision , Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services , and Journal of Business and Industrial Marketing Reviewer for International Journal of Hospitality Management

• Consumer Behaviour
• Digital Marketing
• Tourism Marketing
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Prof. Dr. Stefan Hoffmann serves as a Professor and Chair of Marketing at the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, where he also acts as a Principal Investigator at the Kiel Centre for Globalization (KCG). His research focuses on consumer behavior with particular emphasis on ethical consumption, cross-cultural differences, and sustainability issues. He leads several major research projects examining consumer responses to corporate social responsibility and ethical dilemmas in global supply chains. Prof. Hoffmann's research interests span Consumer Behaviour, Health Marketing Communication, and Intercultural Marketing, with a strong focus on ethical consumption patterns. His work explores how cultural contexts shape consumer responses to sustainability initiatives, corporate social responsibility, and ethical dilemmas. He investigates phenomena such as consumer animosity, boycott behavior, moral licensing, and the psychological barriers to sustainable consumption, with particular attention to cross-cultural differences between Eastern and Western consumer markets. His extensive publication record reveals a consistent focus on understanding the psychological and social mechanisms behind consumer ethical decision-making. Recent work examines how basic human needs like hunger affect sustainable consumption choices, how ambient temperature influences CSR skepticism, and why consumer participation in boycotts diminishes over time. His research employs diverse methodologies including laboratory experiments, field studies, and large-scale cross-cultural surveys across multiple countries. Prof. Hoffmann actively supervises PhD researchers and collaborates with international scholars through the Kiel Centre for Globalization. He has secured funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG) for projects examining social and vicarious consumer animosity. His research has practical implications for businesses developing global marketing strategies and for policymakers addressing sustainability challenges through consumer behavior interventions.

• Consumer Behavior
• Ethical Consumption
• Sustainable Consumption
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Patricia Baudier is a Professor of Marketing at EM Normandie since 2018, following roles at Leonard de Vinci Business School and the Ecole International School of Luxury Marketing. She holds a PhD in Management Sciences from Institut Mines-Télécom Business School and Université d’Evry-Val d'Essonne (2013), focusing on Twitter claim management and client perception of Community Managers. Her research interests span new technologies, consumer behavior, and digital marketing, with a focus on telemedicine, blockchain, AI, and luxury industries. Professional experience includes 28 years in sales and marketing at Apple France and Kodak Europe/Africa/Middle East. She teaches e-marketing, marketing fundamentals, and customer relations. Her recent work explores telemedicine adoption, blockchain in healthcare and luxury sectors, and AI’s role in education and healthcare. She has presented at conferences like DTS 2024 and published widely in journals like Technological Forecasting & Social Change and Journal of Consumer Behaviour. Key research themes include technology acceptance, digital transformation, and cross-cultural consumer behavior. Collaborations with institutions like Université Caen Normandie reflect her HDR research on technological innovation impacts. Her contributions to books and white papers further highlight her expertise in disruptive technologies and ethical considerations in digital adoption.

• New Technology
• Consumer Behaviour
• Digital Marketing

Hongwei He is Chair Professor of Marketing at Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He specializes in Business Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Branding, Consumer Psychology, and Leadership. His editorial roles include Senior Associate Editor for Journal of Business Research (2020-2023) and Associate Editor for Group & Organization Management. He has authored/co-authored over 45 research outputs in top journals like Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science and Journal of Business Ethics, focusing on CSR, consumer behavior, and organizational dynamics. His work also addresses sustainable development goals, gender roles, and pandemic impacts on business. Professor He has received teaching awards at multiple institutions and recognition for editorial contributions. His collaborative projects include significant work with British Salt (Tata Chemicals subsidiary), earning Innovate UK’s Business Collaboration and Partnerships Award. His research bridges academic rigor with practical implications for businesses navigating ethical, social, and environmental challenges. Key areas of impact include corporate social activism, consumer ethics, and leadership in dynamic environments. His media contributions address topics like post-pandemic marketing transformations and brand activism strategies. He co-authored the 8th European Edition of Kotler’s Principles of Marketing, underscoring his influence in marketing education.

• Business Ethics
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Branding
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