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• Corporate Finance
• Empirical Finance
• Wine Economics
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Philippe Masset is an Associate Professor at EHL Hospitality Business School, specializing in Corporate Finance, Empirical Finance, and Wine Economics. His research focuses on asset-light strategies in hospitality, fine wine market dynamics, and climate risk mitigation through grape diversification. He has led projects like the HES-SO-funded study on asset-light hospitality strategies (2015) and frequently collaborates with institutions like the Valais Wine Region and Swiss hospitality firms. Key research interests include wine pricing lifecycle analysis, gendered wine descriptors, and the impact of cognitive biases on tasting evaluations. His work bridges finance and viticulture, examining topics like Alpine wine investments (2020), family firm resilience during crises (2023), and the strategic role of wine lists in restaurants (2023). He has published extensively in journals like Economic Modelling , International Journal of Hospitality Management , and Journal of Wine Economics . Recent studies highlight his interdisciplinary approach: analyzing wine's role in portfolio diversification (2021), quantifying climate risks via grape variety portfolios (2024), and exploring gendered language in wine criticism (2023). His work often uses unique datasets like Swiss wine lists, Bordeaux en primeur records, and historical restaurant menus. Grants: HES-SO Rectorat (CHF 99,000, 2015), Swiss National Science Foundation projects Awards: None explicitly mentioned Advising: No formal student advisees listed Labs/Teams: Collaborates with EHL's Research Center on projects like hospitality finance and wine tourism. Active in the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE) and European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE).

• Data Analytics
• Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM)
• Fuzzy Set Theory
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Dr. Bartłomiej Jefmański is a Professor at the Department of Econometrics and Informatics at the Wrocław University of Economics – Jelenia Góra Branch. His work focuses on applying fuzzy logic and multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methodologies to address challenges in business sustainability, digital transformation, and organizational diversity management. He has pioneered the development of the IFMCDM R package, an open-source tool for intuitionistic fuzzy decision analysis. His research spans diverse areas including Industry 4.0 technologies' impact on sustainability, regional smart specialization, and employee satisfaction benchmarking. Notable contributions include frameworks for measuring subjective quality of life using fuzzy synthetic measures and analysis of renewable energy investment attitudes. Publications (2021-2025) highlight trends in digital transformation's role in Industry 4.0, diversity management benefits in V4 countries, and applications of intuitionistic fuzzy TOPSIS in service quality evaluation. His work bridges theoretical advancements in fuzzy set theory with practical business and policy applications. Jefmański collaborates with local governments and enterprises on sustainability strategies, contributing to regional development initiatives. His research emphasizes methodological innovations in data analytics and decision support systems for SMEs.

Geir Conrad TufteView profile

Associate Professor

• Welfare models
• Public health
• Local democracy
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Geir Conrad Tufte is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Applied Sciences (HiOA), based in Halden. He is affiliated with the Department of Economics, Innovation and Society. His research focuses on welfare models, public health, local democracy, housing policy, and regional development. Tufte has extensive experience in political science education (1992–2015) and prior roles in municipal administration (Moss and Bodø municipalities) and Husbanken (Norwegian Housing Bank). His work emphasizes cross-national comparisons, particularly in housing policy for refugees, elderly care ethics in Baltic-Nordic contexts, and historical analysis of regional development policies in Norway. He collaborates with institutions like Hebei Geo University (China) and Miguel Hernández University (Spain). Key publications include analyses of Norwegian state-driven regional policies, comparative studies on social housing, and reviews of bureaucratic governance models in local administration. Current research explores intangible capital in housing markets and the socio-economic impacts of active state intervention. Education Background: Political science teaching career at HiOA spanning 23 years (1992–2015), building expertise in public policy education. Earlier roles in municipal governance provided practical insights into local democracy mechanisms. Research Trends: Articles consistently address housing policy innovation, regional development disparities, and welfare system effectiveness. Recent work highlights Norway’s historical regional development strategies and cross-border refugee housing solutions. Professional Activities: Engages in policy commentary for local media (e.g., Moss Avis), public lectures on governance models, and collaborative research projects with international partners focusing on health equity and urban development challenges.

• Empirical Macroeconomics
• Household Finance
• Economics of Uncertainty
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Scott R. Baker is an Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Wisconsin's Wisconsin School of Business and a Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). He previously held positions at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management from 2014 to 2024, advancing from Assistant to Associate Professor. His research specializes in empirical finance and macroeconomics, with particular focus on household financial decision-making, economic policy uncertainty, consumption measurement, and cryptocurrency impacts. Education Ph.D. in Economics, Stanford University, 2014 M.A. in Economics, Stanford University, 2011 B.A. in Economics, University of California, Berkeley, 2007 (Highest Honors) B.A. in Political Science, University of California, Berkeley, 2007 (Highest Honors) Research Focus Baker's work integrates high-frequency household data with macroeconomic analysis to examine: Behavioral responses to fiscal policies and economic shocks Measurement methodologies for consumption and uncertainty Cryptocurrency adoption and wealth effects Regional variations in economic policy impacts Taxation efficiency and consumer behavior His publications demonstrate consistent innovation in data sourcing, including financial transaction records, social media analytics, and administrative datasets. Publication Trends Recent articles (2020-2025) cluster around crisis economics, with significant contributions on COVID-19 impacts, stimulus effectiveness, and pandemic uncertainty. Emerging themes include cryptocurrency markets, sports betting consequences, and subnational policy analysis. Methodologically, Baker emphasizes natural experiments, real-time data, and measurement innovation. Awards and Recognition Sidney J. Levy Teaching Award (2022) Campbell Visiting Fellowship at Hoover Institution Excellence in Refereeing (American Economic Review) Bradley Research Fellowship (2012-2013) Addington Prize in Measurement (2012) Stanford Graduate Fellowship (2008-2009) Professional Engagement Baker serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Corporate Finance and regularly referees for leading economics journals. He teaches Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital, with prior course development at Kellogg including Field Study supervision and curriculum design for financial data applications.

Venkata Surya GadepalliView profile

Researcher

• Base of the Pyramid (BoP) Markets
• Digitalization Strategies
• International Strategy
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Venkata Surya Gadepalli is currently an Honorary Research Associate at the Innovation, Strategy and Sustainability Department. He holds a PhD in Strategic Management from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta (2019), an MBA from the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), University of Delhi (2002), and a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT Kanpur (1998). His research focuses on firm strategies, particularly in Base of the Pyramid (BoP) markets, digitalization, international strategy, and family business dynamics. He also explores the impact of public policy on firm innovation and intangible asset development. Education: PhD in Strategic Management, IIM Calcutta (2019) MBA, FMS, University of Delhi (2002) B.Tech in Civil Engineering, IIT Kanpur (1998) His research interests include analyzing how firms engage with socio-economic challenges through innovative strategies, particularly in emerging economies. He has published on topics such as family business strategies, BoP market expansion, and the role of public policy in fostering intangible assets. Gadepalli has taught courses in international business management and strategic management at IIM Calcutta, including for executive programs and the CEMS program. He has also tutored MBA students with disabilities. Before academia, he worked in the Indian software industry for over a decade, holding roles in business development, product management, and software engineering at firms like Cognizant and Satyam Computers. His methodological expertise includes quantitative analysis (e.g., regression models) and online data scraping techniques.

Christakis DroussiotisView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Investments
• Finance
• Credit Analysis
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Christakis Droussiotis is an Adjunct Professor of Finance at Seton Hall University and holds similar roles at Columbia University, Fordham University, and Baruch College. He specializes in Investments, Credit Analysis, and Fintech, with a focus on corporate valuations and leveraged buyouts. With over 30 years in investment banking at institutions like Bank of America Merrill Lynch and SMBC, he manages a $10B portfolio in leveraged loans and private equity. He has authored multiple textbooks, including Credit Analyst's Survival Manual and Credit Risk Management and Analysis . Education: MBA (Finance, Fairleigh Dickinson University, 1987) and BS (Business-Hospitality, Fairleigh Dickinson University, 1985). Awards include the 2025 Cyprus Diaspora Business Person of the Year and 2023 Fairleigh Dickinson Alumni Award. Research focuses on credit risk, M&A strategies, and valuation of intangible assets. Recent publications explore option pricing in valuation and IP valuation methodologies. Active in seminars on fintech and startup finance, he advises entrepreneurs and hosts workshops at Columbia and Seton Hall.

Mark HoltzmanView profile

Associate Professor

• Financial Accounting
• Auditing
• Tax Accounting
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Dr. Mark P. Holtzman serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Accounting and Taxation at Seton Hall University's Stillman School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Hofstra University. With over a decade as department chair since 2009, he also serves as Vice Chair of AACSB International's Accounting Accreditation Committee. His professional experience includes roles at Deloitte LLP and WithumSmith+Brown PC, complemented by CPA licensure in New York and New Jersey. Dr. Holtzman specializes in financial accounting and auditing, with research focusing on data analytics in auditing, tax accounting standards, and pandemic-era payroll challenges. His work bridges academic scholarship and professional practice, emphasizing practical applications for auditors and financial managers. Notable outputs include articles in CPA Journal and Journal of Accountancy , as well as educational guides like Accounting All-in-One for Dummies . His awards include the 2018 Stillman School of Business Graduate Teacher of the Year. He actively contributes to academic governance through roles on the University Senate and Budget Committee, while advising the Beta Alpha Psi chapter. Service to professional bodies includes AACSB accreditation work and Financial Executives Research Foundation initiatives. Research trends across his articles highlight auditing innovation, tax regulation evolution, and transparency in financial reporting. His work addresses both foundational accounting principles and emerging challenges like digital transformation in auditing. Current service roles include 403(b) Retirement Plan Investment Committee membership and academic leadership in Stillman School initiatives. His advising spans student organizations and interdisciplinary projects within accounting education.

• Business Administration
• Corporate Governance
• Intellectual Capital
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Daniela Coluccia is an Associate Professor of Business Administration at the Faculty of Economics , University of Rome La Sapienza , with over 20 years of academic experience. She holds a PhD in Business Administration from University of Rome Tre (2003) and a summa cum laude degree in Economics and Commerce from Sapienza University (thesis: "The valuation of companies in economic imbalance" ). Teaching: Economy of public administrations (current), Corporate Accounting, Business Combination, and Advanced Financial Standards Research: Corporate Governance, Intellectual Capital, Voluntary Disclosure, Environmental Accounting, Financial Risk Analysis Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed works in journals like Journal of Knowledge Economy , Palgrave Communications , and Business Strategy and the Environment Her research focuses on the intersection of multi-stakeholder theory with financial performance , examining topics like gender diversity in corporate boards, carbon risk factors, and the impact of innovation disclosures on stock markets. She participates in international conferences (Euromed, IFKAD, EIASM) and serves as editorial member for journals including International Journal of Globalisation and Small Business . Key research areas: Corporate Governance, Intellectual Capital, Environmental Disclosure, Financial Risk Analysis, Sustainability Accounting, Gender Diversity Article trends (2018-2025): Evolving focus from traditional financial models (CAPM, P/E) to ESG/sustainability disclosures, biodiversity reporting, and smart technology integration in business models

• Cultural Heritage
• Heritage Management
• Cultural Studies

Peter Davison serves as an Adjunct Industry Research Fellow at the Centre for Heritage and Culture (Operations) within the University of Southern Queensland, where he bridges academic research with industry practice in cultural preservation. His research focuses on Cultural Heritage , Heritage Management , and Cultural Studies , examining tangible and intangible cultural assets through interdisciplinary frameworks that integrate conservation strategies, socio-cultural dynamics, and operational methodologies. This work emphasizes practical applications in real-world heritage contexts while addressing contemporary challenges in cultural sustainability. As an adjunct faculty member, Davison leverages industry expertise to enhance academic programs, fostering partnerships between the university and cultural heritage organizations through knowledge exchange and collaborative projects.

Ivana Mamić SačerView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Tax Accounting
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Ivana Mamić Sačer, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor in the Accounting Faculty at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb . Her office hours are held every Tuesday from 10:00-12:00 in Room 316. She specializes in cost accounting methodologies across public sector institutions, higher education, healthcare, and telecommunications industries. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Department: Accounting University: University of Zagreb Her research focuses on cost management systems , including Activity-Based Costing (ABC), Balanced Scorecard (BSC), and full costing implementation. She has led and contributed to projects analyzing pricing models in telecom sectors and Croatian healthcare/hospital efficiency metrics. Her work bridges accounting theory with practical applications in public sector financial governance. Recent publications examine international accounting standard harmonization (IPSAS), spectrum pricing in Europe, and asset revaluation challenges under Croatian tax law. Articles are indexed in Web of Science , Scopus , and EBSCO databases. She teaches graduate courses in managerial accounting and doctoral seminars on cost accounting in business governance . Collaborations include cross-institutional projects with the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing, Alpen-Adria University Klagenfurt, and FH Campus 02 in Graz.

Ivana Dražić LutilskyView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting
• Cost accounting
• Tax accounting
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Ivana Dražić Lutilsky, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb, with over two decades of academic and professional experience. As a graduate of Zagreb University (BSc, MSc, PhD), her career has focused on cost accounting and financial management in public sector institutions, healthcare, and telecommunications. Academic Roles: Associate Professor (2013-present), Assistant Professor (2008-2013), Research Assistant (2000-2008) Teaching: Courses in accounting, managerial accounting, and cost modeling at Zagreb University, University of Rijeka, Alpen-Adria University Klagenfurt, and FH Campus 02 in Graz Her research spans public sector accounting harmonization with international standards, spectrum pricing in telecom , and performance measurement systems in healthcare and education. She has led and participated in numerous projects including ABC implementation in Clinical Hospital Centre Zagreb and Croatian telecom cost modeling. Scientific contributions include publications in Acta Turistica , Economic Research , and conference proceedings from ELMAR, EBES, and microCAD International. Current projects involve telecom industry cost modeling and public sector financial reform .

Rongbing HuangView profile

Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Asset Pricing
• Investment Banking
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Rongbing Huang is a Full Professor of Finance in the Economics, Finance & Quantitative Analysis department at the Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Florida (2004), an MS in Finance from Virginia Tech, and a BA from Renmin University of China. Research Interests: Corporate Finance, Asset Pricing, Investment Banking, Credit Risk, Loan Contracts, and Financial Restatements Education: PhD (University of Florida), MS (Virginia Tech), BA (Renmin University) His research focuses on corporate financing decisions, debt and equity issuance patterns, and the role of financial intermediaries. Recent work with co-authors explores IPO pricing predictability using machine learning and asymmetric house price underreactions in real estate markets. His articles have appeared in top journals including Review of Financial Studies , Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis , and Journal of Corporate Finance . His 2009 paper in JFQA won the William Sharpe Award and has over 1,200 citations. Scientific Awards: William Sharpe Award (2010) Coles College Distinguished Scholarship Award (2021, 2008) FT-50 Journal Publication Prizes (2020) Foundation Publication Prizes (2017, 2012, 2010) FMA Best Paper Semi-finalist (2015) As a journal reviewer for Journal of Finance , Management Science , and other outlets, Huang contributes to academic discourse. His ongoing projects include real estate and ESG finance research to be presented at major conferences.

• Applied Economics
• Innovation Economics
• Industrial Economics
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María Dolores Añon Higon is a Full Professor in the Department of Applied Economics at the Faculty of Economics, Universitat de València. She is affiliated with the ERI Economic and Social Behaviour (ERI CES) research institute and leads research within the CES Economic and Social Behavior group. Previously, she served as a Lecturer at Aston University in the United Kingdom. BSc Hons in Economics and Business – Universitat de València MSc in Economics – University of Warwick PhD in Economics – University of Warwick Her research centers on Applied Economics , with a focus on Innovation Economics , Industrial Organization , and Firm Performance . She investigates how firms innovate, the impact of public policy on R&D, and the role of collaboration and digital transformation in economic outcomes. The recent articles reflect a strong trend in innovation studies, particularly in the context of SMEs, public policy, and internationalization. Her work spans industrial economics , technology management , and organizational behavior , often using empirical methods to analyze firm-level data. Topics include R&D cooperation, absorptive capacity, gender diversity in management, and the resilience of firms during economic crises. Dr. Añon Higon has participated in externally funded research projects from major institutions including the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (UK) , the Spanish Ministry of Science , the BBVA Foundation , and the British Academy . Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (UK) Spanish Ministry of Science BBVA Foundation British Academy She has published in leading journals such as Research Policy , Industrial and Corporate Change , Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics , Information & Management , and Small Business Economics .

Chiara Carolina DonelliView profile

Researcher

• Governance
• Sustainability in Cultural Sector
• Healthcare Management
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Chiara Carolina Donelli is a Researcher at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Venice School of Management and the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage. Her work focuses on governance, sustainability in cultural sectors, healthcare management, and arts philanthropy. She holds a PhD in Economics and Management from the University of Ferrara (2019) and has expertise in qualitative methodologies and international collaborations. Donelli has held post-doctoral roles at the University of Parma and has extensive professional experience in arts management, including roles as Social Media Manager at Collezione Maramotti and project management for cultural initiatives. Her research interests include collaborative governance in the arts, crisis management in healthcare, and cultural policy. Recent publications explore topics such as pandemic hospital management, crowdfunding in the arts, and philanthropy in Australian performing arts institutions. Donelli teaches courses on cultural economics and project management at the university level and has coordinated executive education programs for healthcare leaders. She is a member of SIDREA and UNESCO Emilia Romagna. Donelli's work bridges academic research with practical applications, addressing challenges in cultural heritage management, healthcare systems, and urban policy. Her collaborative projects span Italy, Australia, and China, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to governance and innovation.

Antonio PROTOView profile

Professor

• Bank-Customer Relationships and Transparency
• Banking Groups and Financial Conglomerates
• Consolidated Balance Sheets of Banking Groups
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Antonio Proto is a Full Professor at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Venice School of Management and the Department of Management. His research focuses on bank-customer relationships, transparency, banking groups, consolidated balance sheets, and networked business relationships. He holds a Degree in Business Economics from Ca' Foscari and is a member of AIDEA, ADIEMF, and the European Association of Teachers in Banking and Finance. He coordinates the Business Economics degree program and contributes to the National Observatory on Business Networks and NOIS lab. Education: Degree in Business Economics from Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Memberships: AIDEA, ADIEMF, European Association of Teachers in Banking and Finance, National Observatory on Business Networks. His research explores transparency in banking relationships, financial conglomerates, and network-based business structures. Recent articles analyze minibond issuances, current account management, and consolidated financial reporting. He teaches courses in markets and financial instruments, banking products, and bank strategy at undergraduate and graduate levels.