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Mohammad Nozari serves as Associate Professor in the Master of Management program at the University of Niagara Falls Canada, bringing 25+ years of scholar-practitioner experience in technology implementation, organizational transformation, and strategic leadership across fintech, healthcare, and telecommunications sectors. His academic credentials include: PhD in Management, Information Systems (Walden University), pioneering swarm intelligence applications for team management MBA in Leadership with Honours and Distinction (University of Liverpool) MPhil (field unspecified) Professor Nozari's research bridges management theory with biological systems and historical analysis, focusing on AI applications in organizational behavior, swarm intelligence for team development, and leadership derived from military history. His work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary innovation, connecting management science with biology, history, and industrial design to solve complex organizational challenges. As an active author, he has published two significant books within the last two years alongside numerous journal articles, establishing a strong publication trajectory in management information systems. His research directly informs practical applications in cost-reduction strategies, efficiency optimization, and cultural intelligence development for global organizations. Professor Nozari maintains active professional engagement through memberships in CIO Canada, INFORMS, the Global Leadership Board, and the Academy of Management, reflecting his commitment to advancing management science and information systems practice. In the classroom, he teaches Data Analytics and Business Process courses, leveraging his extensive industry experience to mentor students in technology implementation, strategic management, and leadership development within the Master of Management program.

• Management Information Systems
• Artificial Intelligence in Management
• Swarm Intelligence for Team Management
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Naila Aaijaz serves as an Associate Professor in the Master of Management program at the University of Niagara Falls Canada, with prior faculty roles at University Malaysia Kelantan. Her academic career spans global institutions, focusing on business innovation through technology integration and interdisciplinary research. Her educational foundation includes a PhD, MBA, and current DBA candidacy in Gen AI, complemented by elite professional credentials: PMP® (Project Management Professional) C.Mgr. (Certified Manager) Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts PG-AIML (Postgraduate in Applied AI & Machine Learning) LLQP (Life License Qualification Program) CCLP Candidate (Canadian Construction Leadership Program) Professor Aaijaz's research drives innovation in artificial intelligence, HR analytics, and IoT systems. She has secured German utility patents for employee development frameworks while publishing extensively on AI-driven salary prediction models, green HR practices in India, and Canadian inflation dynamics. Her work bridges academic theory with business applications, particularly in sustainability and talent management. Her scholarly impact is recognized through prestigious awards: Best X-Culture Educator Award, Academy of International Business (2022) Best Portfolio Award, PMI Lakeshore Ontario Chapter (2023) Consecutive Best Faculty Advisor honors from ENACTUS (2011-2012) Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (2011) As an educator, she revolutionizes business instruction through AI/ML-enhanced methodologies in Finance for Managers and Data Analytics courses. Her mentorship excellence is evidenced by ENACTUS awards and upcoming publications like 'The Art and Science of Talent Acquisition: 50 Global Case Studies.' She actively shapes global discourse as a reviewer for Academy of International Business and Academy of Management.

• Artificial Intelligence
• HR Analytics
• IoT-based Systems
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Sana Mumtaz serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Niagara Falls Canada within the Master of Management program, bringing over eight years of international academic experience spanning Australia, Canada, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. Her academic foundation includes: PhD in Business Administration and Management from the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Air University Bachelor of Business Administration Professor Mumtaz's research program centers on the intersection of international human resource management and organizational psychology, with particular expertise in cross-cultural adjustment, leadership dynamics, and workplace behavior. Her qualitative investigations examine trust development in global virtual teams, socio-psychological impacts of remote work, and identity formation among expatriates. As an NVivo specialist, she employs rigorous methodological approaches to uncover nuanced patterns in complex organizational phenomena, contributing significantly to understanding global workforce dynamics. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a pronounced focus on digital transformation of work (2022-2025), with recurring themes including virtual team identity formation, cross-cultural communication barriers in remote settings, and the psychological consequences of global mobility. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implications for multinational organizations. Her scholarly contributions have earned significant recognition: Research Recognition Award in Management, Umm Al Quwain University (2022) Best Research Paper Award, Lahore Business School (2017) Development of new bachelor's program at Umm Al Quwain University (2023) NRPU funding from Pakistan's Higher Education Commission (2018) Plan International Canada funding for 'Outcomes of Unpaid Care Work' project (2022) Professor Mumtaz maintains active research funding streams and industry partnerships that directly inform her teaching and supervision. Her consultancy work with Plan International Canada and Pakistan's Higher Education Commission provides students with access to real-world organizational challenges, while her international collaborations create opportunities for cross-cultural research engagement. As an Associate Professor, she mentors graduate students in qualitative methodology and international business research, emphasizing both academic rigor and practical application.

• International Human Resource Management
• Cross-Cultural Adjustment
• Leadership
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Sina Rad serves as Assistant Professor in the Master of Management program at the University of Niagara Falls Canada, specializing in the intersection of emerging technologies and business management. His research bridges computational methods with organizational leadership, focusing on practical applications that transform business processes and public administration. His academic credentials include: PhD in Management, Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, University of Guelph MSc in Computer Science BEng in Software Engineering Dr. Rad's research portfolio demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary range , spanning machine learning applications in healthcare diagnostics (2013), digital accountability systems in public administration (2016-2022), and blockchain solutions for business contracts (2025). His work consistently examines how technological innovations reshape organizational behavior, human resource practices, and management frameworks through rigorous analytical methods. Publication trends reveal growing focus on business-technology integration , with recent work emphasizing blockchain's transformative potential in contractual systems and machine learning's role in business analytics. His research spans administrative sciences, information systems, and computational social science, reflecting the increasingly digital nature of modern management challenges. As an educator, Dr. Rad teaches graduate courses including Technology Trends and Applications, Data Analytics for Management, and Capstone Project development. His industry-relevant curriculum prepares students for technology-driven business environments through practical implementation frameworks and analytical case studies. Students benefit from his dual expertise in software engineering and management theory when exploring emerging technology applications.

• Machine learning
• Textual analysis
• Business analytics
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Luc Audebrand is a Full Professor at the Management Department of the Faculty of Business Administration (FSA ULaval) at Université Laval, where he holds the Chair of Leadership in Teaching on Social Engagement. His academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to the fields of social economy, cooperative management, and responsible business education. Dr. Audebrand earned his Doctorate in Business Administration (Ph.D.) from HEC Montréal, a Master of Human Resources Management (M.Sc.) from HEC Montréal, and a Bachelor of Psychology (BA) from the University of Montreal. His educational background in psychology and business administration informs his interdisciplinary approach to management research and education. His research focuses on the creation and management of social economy organizations, paradoxes and tensions in social economy organizations, and metaphorical pluralism in management education from a sustainable development perspective. Audebrand's work often explores cooperative business models, fair trade organizations, and responsible entrepreneurship. He has developed educational tools like the Responsible Entrepreneurial Project Matrix and the Responsible Business Model Canvas to help students and entrepreneurs integrate sustainability and social responsibility into business practices. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on responsible management education, cooperative governance, and the intersection of technology with social economy. His work spans multiple disciplines including organizational theory, cooperative studies, sustainable business models, and entrepreneurship education. A recurring theme in his research is the exploration of paradoxes and tensions that arise in social economy organizations and how they can be managed effectively. Dr. Audebrand actively supervises students and has contributed significantly to university and faculty initiatives, particularly in advancing responsible management education. He has participated in numerous research projects examining social economy organizations, cooperative business models, and responsible entrepreneurship. His work has practical implications for social economy organizations, cooperatives, and businesses seeking to integrate social responsibility into their operations. Through his research and educational tools, he has helped bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application in the social economy sector.

• Social Economy Organizations
• Cooperative Management
• Paradox Theory
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Rupert Klein is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Psychology Department at Lakehead University. He has been with Lakehead University since 2006, first as an Assistant Professor (2007-2010) and then as an Associate Professor (2011-present). Prior to this, he held an Assistant Professor position at Kansas State University (2006-2007). Dr. Klein received his Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from McGill University (2001-2006) and his H.B.A. with a minor in Philosophy from Lakehead University. Before pursuing his Ph.D., he worked for a year as a research assistant in a Psychiatric Hospital. As an experimental psychologist, Dr. Klein focuses on personality theories and methodology, with particular interest in applying these theories to understand risk taking, helping behaviors, and competition. His research spans multiple domains including competitiveness measurement, risk behavior in motorcycle riding, problem gambling, and sexual health behaviors. He has developed psychometric tools such as the Competitiveness Orientation Measure to better understand trait competitiveness. Dr. Klein's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on how personality traits influence behavior in competitive and risky situations. His work bridges theoretical personality psychology with practical applications in diverse settings from transportation safety to gambling behavior. His notable scientific contributions include: Development of the Competitiveness Orientation Measure as a unified measure of trait competitiveness Research on the relationship between perfectionism and competitiveness Studies examining risk-taking behaviors in motorcycle riding Investigations into the psychological factors underlying problem gambling Research on cognitive factors affecting condom use consistency Professor Klein is actively involved in mentoring students, teaching undergraduate courses in Personality Psychology, Human Sexuality, Advanced Social Psychology, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. He is currently accepting students for the 4th year Honour's Thesis course and encourages interested students to contact him directly to discuss research opportunities. He leads research projects that examine the intersection of personality traits with real-world behaviors, providing students with opportunities to engage in experimental psychology research through both course-based experiences (like PSYCH 2917) and independent thesis work (PSYCH 4901).

• Personality Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Competitiveness
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Professor Bouchaib Bahli serves as a full Professor and Associate Director in the Department of Information Technology Management at Toronto Metropolitan University. Holding an MSc, MBA, and PhD, he brings over 25 years of international academic and professional experience, including leadership roles as Dean, Associate Dean for Strategic Planning, and Associate Dean for Research and Accreditations. Since 1995, he has consulted extensively on digital transformation for public and private organizations globally. His research centers on strategic management of digital transformation, business services automation, business analytics, and risk management of emerging technologies. Professor Bahli champions research with tangible societal and business impact, bridging academic theory with practical application. His work spans information systems, project management, and supply chain innovation, employing rigorous empirical methods to address contemporary organizational challenges in technology adoption and risk mitigation. Professor Bahli maintains a robust publication record in premier journals including Information and Management and Journal of Information Technology, with recent work (2020-2022) focusing on project success metrics, supply chain resilience during disruptions, and digital transformation frameworks. His international collaborations, particularly with Brazilian and European researchers, demonstrate a global perspective on technology management challenges. As an educator, he teaches undergraduate courses including Strategy, Management and Acquisition of Information Systems (ITM 707) and the Capstone Project (ITM 900), along with graduate courses in Innovation and Technology Management (MB 8014). His experiential teaching approach leverages real-world consulting cases to develop students' practical skills in information systems development and strategic technology management. While specific student counts aren't documented, his Capstone course provides direct supervision opportunities for applied projects.

• Strategic Management of Digital Transformation
• Business Services Automation
• Business Analytics
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Dr. Rachel Dodds is a full Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University's Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, where she has built a 25+ year career spanning academia and industry. Her dual expertise connects scholarly research with practical tourism consultancy for governments, tour operators, and destination management organizations globally. Her research centers on sustainable tourism development , with groundbreaking work on overtourism mitigation and tourism governance. Dr. Dodds examines consumer motivations for sustainable travel, environmental management in tourism contexts, and strategies for shifting destinations from volume-based to value-driven success metrics. Her globally applicable research combines policy analysis with practical industry solutions. Dr. Dodds' publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact output, particularly in overtourism solutions (2022) and festival sustainability (2020-2022). Her work appears in top journals like Journal of Cleaner Production and Tourism Review , with her co-edited volume Overtourism: Issues, realities and solutions (2019) establishing her as a field leader. Her scientific recognition includes: TTRA Distinguished Research Award (2025) University Inaugural Research Award (2025) Emerald Literati Award (2020) Multiple Dean's Scholarly Awards (2018, 2014) Early tenure and promotion (2009/10) Dr. Dodds actively advises students through undergraduate and graduate courses while maintaining industry connections via her sustainabletourism.net platform and federal council appointment. Her research integrates government collaboration, documentary production ( The Last Tourist , 2022), and international fieldwork across 80+ countries. Her research group operates through sustainabletourism.net, providing resources for destinations seeking regenerative tourism models. Current projects focus on transforming tourism measurement frameworks from visitor volume to experiential value, with applications across Canadian and international destinations.

• Sustainable Tourism
• Overtourism
• Tourism Development and Planning
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Peter Fisher is an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at Ryerson University's Ted Rogers School of Management. His research specializes in bias reduction in hiring, workplace diversity, and evidence-based recruitment practices. He also serves as webmaster for the Canadian Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology. Research Focus Fisher investigates personnel selection methodologies, cross-cultural personality differences, and HR decision-making. Key areas include: Gender and cultural bias mitigation in employment references Personality assessment validity (e.g., forced-choice testing) Technology's role in modern recruitment Publications His 9 most recent articles (2017–2021) emphasize industrial-organizational psychology, with recurring themes of psychometrics, cross-national comparisons, and HR analytics. Work frequently appears in journals like Personality and Individual Differences and the International Journal of Selection and Assessment . Awards & Grants SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2020–2021): $50,574 for tech startup hiring research Lazaridis Seed Grant (2019–2020): $10,000 2017 Best Master’s Thesis Award (HR Research Institute) 2017 Best Student Poster, Second Prize (Canadian Society for I/O Psychology) Teaching & Service He teaches MHR 623: Recruitment and Selection and contributes to academic societies, enhancing industry-academia collaboration in HR practices.

• Recruitment
• Selection
• Workplace Diversity
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Dr. Jenna Jacobson is an Associate Professor and Eaton Chair of Retailing at the Ted Rogers School of Retail Management, Toronto Metropolitan University. She also serves as Director of the university's Retail Leadership Institute. She holds a PhD from the University of Toronto's Faculty of Information. Her research examines: Social media marketing strategies and influencer practices Consumer and producer dynamics in digital retail ecosystems Brand communication in technology-mediated environments Behavioral paradoxes in online information consumption Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2024) reveals dominant themes in digital retail innovation, social media ethics in marketing, crisis response in retail (especially during COVID-19), and health communication through social platforms. Her work consistently appears in high-impact journals spanning consumer studies, advertising research, and technology forecasting. Dr. Jacobson teaches graduate and undergraduate courses focused on social media marketing, retail analytics, and digital advertising strategies. She leads the Retail Leadership Institute to advance industry-academia collaboration in retail innovation.

• Social media
• Branding
• Influencer marketing
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Dr. Karen Peesker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Toronto Metropolitan University's Ted Rogers School of Management. She serves as Co-Founder and Director of the Ted Rogers Sales Leadership Program, where she bridges her extensive global corporate experience with academic research. Her international affiliations include lecturing roles at Ivey Business School (Canada), Trinity College Dublin (Ireland), and University of Western Sydney (Australia). Her research specializes in three interconnected domains: Sales Leadership : Examining behaviors that enhance sales team performance International Sales : Cross-cultural analysis of sales practices Organizational Development : Focused on diversity and skill-building frameworks Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on sales effectiveness, with recent work exploring analytical skill development in sales teams (2022), gender advancement initiatives (2020), and ecosystem-based sales training (2021). Research methodologies combine qualitative analysis with practical industry applications. Awards & Honors: Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 (WXN) Provost's Experiential Teaching Award (2022) Dean's Teaching Award (2021) Emerald Literati Award (2004) As Director of the Ted Rogers Sales Leadership Program, she oversees curriculum development that integrates industry best practices with research on salesperson development. The program emphasizes experiential learning through corporate partnerships.

• Marketing
• Sales
• Leadership
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Olivier Gendreau serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Engineering and Software Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, where he has established himself as an accomplished educator and researcher in software engineering and virtual reality applications. His work spans both theoretical research in knowledge management within software development processes and practical applications in engineering education. Department of Computer Engineering and Software Engineering, Polytechnique Montréal Primary research center: New Frontiers in Information and Communications Technologies Secondary research centers: Modeling and Artificial Intelligence; Industry of the Future and Digital Society Professor Gendreau's research focuses on the intersection of software engineering practices, knowledge management, and virtual reality applications. His work examines how knowledge flows and is converted during software development processes, with particular attention to quality control practices, documentation validation, and the application of virtual reality technologies. He has published extensively on integrative learning approaches that bridge academic theory with professional practice in software engineering. Analysis of Professor Gendreau's publication record reveals a consistent focus on knowledge management in software development, with significant contributions to understanding knowledge acquisition, flow, and conversion processes. His work frequently employs case study methodology to examine practical applications in quality control, component reuse, and verification/validation techniques. More recently, his research has expanded into virtual reality applications and ecological identity in workplace contexts, showing an evolving research trajectory that maintains its core focus while expanding into new application areas. 2020 - Excellence in Teaching Award from Polytechnique Montréal ($10,000) Professor Gendreau has developed and supervised numerous integrative projects for computer and software engineering students at Polytechnique Montréal, including both second-year and third-year projects designed to facilitate students' transition to the professional workforce. His teaching emphasizes practical, industry-relevant experiences that prepare students for real-world challenges in software development. His work with student teams participating in competitions like Laval Virtual demonstrates his commitment to providing students with opportunities to apply their knowledge in competitive, real-world settings.

• Software engineering
• Virtual reality and related simulations
• Software and development
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