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• International Management
• Procurement
• Business Negotiations
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Prof. Dr. Lutz Kaufmann holds the Chair for B2B Negotiations & Procurement I at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany. His work focuses on international management, procurement, and behavioral supply chain dynamics, with extensive publications on strategic sourcing, balanced scorecards, and cross-cultural business negotiations. Research Interests He investigates Business Negotiations , Dishonesty in B2B Relationships , Behavioral Management , B2B Marketing , and Strategic Procurement . His research combines empirical studies with practical applications, emphasizing decision-making biases, supplier relationship management, and emerging market operations. Academic Contributions His recent publications analyze judgment biases in supply management, electronic reverse auctions, and strategic frameworks for international expansion. Over 15+ articles span journals like Journal of Supply Chain Management , Journal of Operations Management , and International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management . 2024 Best Paper Award (Journal of Supply Chain Management) 2021 AoM Distinguished Scholar Award Multiple CSCMP/IPSERA Doctoral Dissertation Awards for supervisees Teaching & Leadership He teaches qualitative research methods and negotiation skills, with consistent Best Teacher Awards (2006–2023). As Daniela und Jürgen Westphal Foundation Trustee , he mentors students and researchers globally.

• Finance
• Corporate Finance
• Innovation
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Jan Bena is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Finance Division at the Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia. He holds dual PhDs in Finance (London School of Economics) and Economics (CERGE-EI). His research focuses on innovation, corporate finance, and entrepreneurship, with notable contributions to understanding corporate innovation dynamics, ownership structures, and the interplay between finance and global markets. He leads initiatives such as the Portfolio Management Foundation Program and advises the UBC SWIFT: Sauder Women in Finance Training Program. He also holds the Bank of Montreal Chair in International Finance. His research interests span corporate innovation (process and technological), decentralized finance (DeFi), private equity ownership structures, and the impact of global factors on firm behavior. He has developed influential datasets, including the Global Corporate Patent Dataset and Process Innovation Patent Dataset, which analyze innovation trends across industries and countries. His work frequently addresses topics like multinational corporation strategies, labor market interactions, and financial market dynamics. Key contributions include studies on how employment protection laws influence innovation, the propagation of economic downturns through multinational firms, and the long-term effects of foreign institutional ownership. His articles consistently address critical questions in corporate finance, combining theoretical models with empirical evidence from large datasets. He teaches courses on entrepreneurial finance and private equity, reflecting his expertise in these areas. Bena collaborates with leading institutions and scholars globally, contributing to both academic discourse and practical frameworks for financial decision-making. His work bridges theoretical innovation with real-world applications, influencing policy and business strategies in areas like sustainability, technological transition, and corporate governance.

• Management Accounting
• Management Control Systems
• Performance Management
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Dr. Rodney Coyte is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at the University of Sydney Business School, where he serves as Program Director for the Master of Professional Accounting. Prior to his 2006 appointment at Sydney, he worked at the Australian School of Business, University of New South Wales. PhD in Accounting (UNSW) Master of Commerce (Honors) (UNSW) Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) (University of Melbourne) His research investigates how management accounting practices influence organizational outcomes, focusing on management control systems , incentive compensation design , and knowledge sharing . He employs field studies and behavioral experiments to analyze systems that align decision-making with strategic goals. Recent publications in Management Accounting Research and Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal highlight his work on emotional influences in capital investment decisions , consultant impact on project evaluations , and knowledge-sharing dynamics . His 2023 study on mood and project escalation exemplifies this focus. Research Support Grant, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (2009) Rodney contributes to program innovation through curriculum development integrating AI and technical business skills , while his industry experience includes roles at Mars Corporation and consulting for Australian/Southeast Asian organizations.

Claudine GartenbergView profile

Associate Professor

• corporate strategy
• organizational strategy
• firm scope
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Claudine Gartenberg is an Associate Professor of Management at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania , with additional affiliations as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and Associated Faculty at Penn’s Institute of Law and Economics . Her research bridges corporate strategy, organizational behavior, and compensation equity . Education: D.B.A. and M.B.A. from Harvard Business School (Baker Scholar, Wyss Award) B.A. in Physics with honors from Harvard College Research Focus: Corporate purpose, employee compensation, organizational performance, and ownership effects. She examines how governance structures and incentive systems influence innovation, market alignment, and social dynamics within firms. Article Trends: Recent work analyzes ownership types (private equity/hedge funds), pay benchmarking , and boundary changes through acquisitions. Studies leverage big data (19M employee records) and theoretical frameworks from economics, political theory, and sociology. Scientific Awards: Wyss Award for Doctoral Research Baker Scholar (top 5%) Wharton Teaching Excellence Awards Iron Prof Teaching Competition Finalist Glueck Best Paper Award Grants & Editorial Roles: Senior Editor at Organization Science and Strategy Science , former Associate Editor at Management Science . Collaborates with industry leaders and media outlets (Harvard Business Review, NY Times).

• Financial Accounting
• Intangible Assets
• Corporate Governance
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Professor Anne Wyatt holds a First Class Honours degree with University Medal and a PhD from University of Technology Sydney. She is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and a Graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Currently serving as Professor of Accounting at Deakin Business School, she leads research in intangible assets, financial reporting, and corporate governance. Her roles include Associate Editor of the Journal of Business Finance and Accounting and board memberships with multiple journals. Her research spans accounting for intangible investments, technological innovation impacts, and capital markets. Notable contributions include studies on IPO prospectus disclosures and financial analyst behavior. Anne has led major projects like the CA Foundations initiative at Deakin, involving cross-functional collaboration across 150+ staff members. She has secured $9.7M+ in external grants, including partnerships with the Institute of Public Accountants and KPMG. Recognition includes the Peter Brownell Manuscript Award (2007), Chancellors List for PhD excellence (2002), and sustained top 10% SSRN author rankings. Her teaching focuses on employability-driven pedagogy in financial accounting, with specialization in financial statement analysis and equity valuation. Education: PhD (UTS), BCom Honours (USQ) Affiliations: American Accounting Association, European Accounting Association, AICD Labs/Teams: Integrated Reporting Centre at Deakin, SME Research Centre with IPA

Waverly DeutschView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• Venture Capital
• Startup Management
• +5 more

Waverly Deutsch is an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business. She specializes in entrepreneurial execution through courses like Global New Venture Challenge and Building the New Venture , the latter of which earned her the USASBE Innovative Teaching Pedagogy Award in 2004. As Academic Director of University-wide Entrepreneurship Content, she collaborates with the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation to develop curricula and extracurricular programs for students, faculty, and staff. Bachelor's in Computer Science (University of Pittsburgh, 1985) Master's (1989) and PhD in Theater History (Tufts University, 1992) Her research centers on operational challenges faced by entrepreneurs during business growth, particularly in marketing, sales, operations, and team-building. She contributes regularly to the Chicago Booth Review , analyzing topics like cryptocurrency trends, venture capital biases, and resource allocation in startups. Her work integrates behavioral economics, financial innovation, and business model validation. Deutsch has received multiple accolades, including the Phoenix Faculty Award (2015) for her contributions to the Booth student community. She co-founded the Elements of Entrepreneurship summer seminar for Chicago Public School students and has served as a faculty coach for the Polsky Center Summer Accelerator Program since 2012. Advisor to startups: Stylisted, Ascent Technologies, Markit Medical, AMOpportunities, Spott, TAINA, Mindful Urgent Care Advisor to OCA Ventures (Chicago VC firm) Board member: SmartBet Charities, InContext Solutions (2009-2011)

Elizabeth A. GordonView profile

Professor

• Financial Reporting
• International Accounting
• Corporate Disclosure
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Elizabeth A. Gordon serves as Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professor of Accounting at Temple University's Fox School of Business and Management. Her distinguished career focuses on international financial reporting standards, corporate disclosure practices, and accounting policy development, with publications in premier journals including the Journal of Accounting Research and The Accounting Review. She holds editorial leadership roles in the Journal of International Accounting Research and the Journal of International Financial Management and Accounting. Her academic credentials include a Doctorate from Columbia University, an MBA from Yale University, and a B.S. in Accounting with highest distinction from Indiana University. Gordon maintains professional certification as a CPA in Maryland and combines academic expertise with prior industry experience as a PwC auditor and White House Office of Management and Budget intern. Gordon's research examines how international accounting standards influence corporate behavior across diverse regulatory environments, with particular emphasis on earnings management, related party transactions, and cross-border capital market implications. Her recent work analyzes auditing standards for small entities, R&D disclosure effects on innovation, and pedagogical approaches in accounting education, reflecting both scholarly rigor and practical relevance in global financial reporting. As President of the International Association for Accounting Education and Research and former leader of the American Accounting Association's International Accounting Section, Gordon shapes global accounting discourse. Her textbook Intermediate Accounting (3rd edition) and multiple teaching awards highlight her educational impact across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Prior academic appointments include faculty positions at the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, Rutgers Business School, and University of Pennsylvania as a visiting professor, demonstrating extensive contribution to accounting education across leading institutions.

• Regional Economic Growth
• Technological Innovation
• Intangible Capital
• +7 more

Maria Mercedes Gumbau Albert is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics, Universitat de València, Spain, where she works in the Department of Economic Analysis, focusing on the Fundamentals of Economic Analysis. Her research centers on regional economic growth, technological innovation, intangible capital, and entrepreneurship, with empirical applications to Spanish and OECD regions. Research Interests: Her work spans regional productivity , technological spillovers , human capital , and infrastructure economics . She investigates how intangible assets, health, and education influence regional performance, and how innovation and entrepreneurship respond to economic crises. Her methodological approach is largely empirical and econometric, often using regional datasets. Recent Publications Trend: Her most recent articles (2022–2024) emphasize intangible capital as a driver of labor productivity and entrepreneurship, marking a shift toward knowledge-based growth analysis. Earlier works focused on transport infrastructure, patents, and technological inequalities, showing a consistent interest in regional disparities and innovation systems. Scientific Contributions: PhD in Economics from Universitat de València (1996) Supervised doctoral research (e.g., thesis on technological innovation) Active publication record from 1993 to 2024 Focus on policy-relevant economic analysis for Spanish regions Advising and Grants: While specific grants and advisees are not listed, her supervision of a PhD thesis indicates mentoring experience. No explicit funding sources are mentioned in the provided text. Labs and Teams: No specific research labs, centers, or collaborative teams are mentioned in the available information.

• Financial Accounting
• Shipping Economics
• Corporate Finance
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Dr. Naoum Vasilios Christos serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Maritime Studies at the University of Piraeus, focusing on financial accounting within the shipping context, strategic management, and cost behavior. His research bridges corporate finance with maritime industry challenges, including ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) impacts on investment decisions and asymmetric cost dynamics. University: University of Piraeus School: School of Shipping and Industry Department: Department of Maritime Studies Email: vcnaoum@unipi.gr His research spans Financial Accounting , Shipping Economics , and Strategic Cost Management , with recent work on green regulation effects on cost stickiness and ESG reputational risks. Key trends in his publications include empirical analyses of maritime firms, asymmetric cost behavior, and corporate governance under uncertainty. Notable contributions include studies on dividend dynamics in shipping, audit quality impacts on organization capital, and SG&A cost stickiness linked to strategy. His work is published in international journals, with the department recognized for global leadership in areas like mobile authoring tools and user modeling.

Artur BaldaufView profile

Professor

• Strategic Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Organizational Control Systems
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Prof. Dr. Artur Baldauf is a Full Professor of Business Administration (specializing in Management) and Director of the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship at the University of Bern, Switzerland. He leads the Research Unit Entrepreneurship within the Center for Regional Economic Development (CRED). His roles include teaching strategic management, corporate strategy, and control systems. Education: Earned master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Economics and Business Administration in Vienna (Austria). His Habilitation research won the Kardinal Innitzer Award. Previously taught at the University of Vienna, Texas Christian University, WHU Koblenz, and Bocconi University. Research focuses on: 1) strategic management (organizational success drivers), 2) intangible asset measurement, 3) control systems, 4) macro-construct impacts on organizational behavior. His framework-based approach emphasizes practical management theory with empirical relevance. Publications include books like Strategic Groups in the Construction Industry (1996) and peer-reviewed articles. Awards include the 2005 James M. Comer Award for sales management research. Active in editorial boards of business journals and consulting for B-to-B firms and consumer sectors. Teaching portfolio spans strategic management, business research methods, accounting, and market-driven organizations. Office hours: Thursdays 2:30–4:00 PM (by appointment).

Jakob EdlerView profile

Professor

• Innovation Policy
• Public Procurement of Innovation
• Science Policy
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Professor Jakob Edler holds dual roles as Professor of Innovation Policy and Strategy at the University of Manchester and Executive Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research. He previously led the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR) from 2011 to 2019. His research focuses on governance of innovation systems, public procurement, and internationalization of R&D. He has advised numerous national and international bodies, including the EU Commission and the German Science Council. Edler earned a PhD in Political Science (with distinction) from the University of Mannheim, alongside master’s degrees in Business Administration and Political Science/Economic History. Education: PhD in Political Science (University of Mannheim, Distinction) Master’s in Business Administration/Management (University of Mannheim) Master’s in Political Science/Economic History (University of Mannheim, Dartmouth College) His research explores policy evaluation, demand-driven innovation, and sustainable development goals. Notable projects include the EU-funded SIPER evaluation initiative and the OSIRIS center analyzing science-society impacts. Edler has authored over 214 publications, including works on governance frameworks and procurement strategies. He received accolades such as membership in acatech (German National Academy) and leadership roles in global forums like Eu-SPRI. His work contributes to UN SDGs through policy frameworks for equitable innovation systems.

Henock LouisView profile

Professor

• Accounting
• Finance
• Corporate Governance
• +7 more

Henock Louis is the KPMG Professor and Head of the Accounting Department at the Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University. He holds dual PhDs in Accounting (Ohio State University, 2001) and Finance (University of Mississippi, 1998), as well as an MBA from Andrews University (1992). His research focuses on accounting standards, financial reporting quality, artificial intelligence applications in accounting, ESG disclosures, and corporate governance. He has received the 2005 Excellence in Research Award from the American Accounting Association Diversity Section. Dr. Louis serves as an editor for The Accounting Review , Accounting Horizons , and International Journal of Accounting , and has held editorial roles across major journals. His work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., agency theory) with practical implications in audit quality, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and technology-driven forecasting. Recent research explores AI’s impact on earnings accuracy and ESG reporting trends in global markets. Key contributions include studies on managerial discretion in accruals, post-merger performance dynamics, and the relationship between audit clauses and firm value. His scholarship emphasizes transparency in financial disclosures and regulatory compliance, with implications for investors, auditors, and corporate policymakers.

James ChyzView profile

Professor

• Taxation
• Financial Reporting
• Corporate Governance
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James Chyz is the Pugh CPAs Professor of Accounting and Wyatt Family Faculty Fellow at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He joined the Accounting & Information Management department in 2010 after earning his Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Arizona. His expertise spans taxation, financial reporting, corporate governance, and valuation. Chyz teaches valuation to graduate students and a capital markets research seminar to Ph.D. candidates. Chyz holds a B.A. in Anthropology from Yale University (2000) and an M.Acc. from the University of North Carolina (2003). Before academia, he worked as a Tax Senior at Grant Thornton, LLP. His research focuses on corporate tax policy, asset pricing, and the interplay between taxes and financial reporting. Notable publications appear in The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting and Economics, and Journal of Financial Economics. His research interests emphasize tax strategy impacts, executive behavior in tax decisions, and auditor-tax service dynamics. Recent work explores tax aggressiveness, IPO tax planning, and the consequences of tax over/underpayment on CEO turnover. Chyz has received numerous awards, including multiple Haslam Summer Scholar Research Awards (2021, 2020, 2019), the Pugh Professorship (2019), and the Rhea and Ivy Excellence in Teaching Award (2018). He has also secured grants such as the SEC Research Travel Grant (2017/2018) and the Jeff & Janet Davis Faculty Research Fellowship (2015-2016). As a former member of Yale’s Men’s Ice Hockey Team (1996-2000), Chyz combines academic rigor with a background in competitive athletics. He currently serves in the Neel Corporate Governance Center and advises Ph.D. student Hannah Smith through a Summer GRA Grant.

Ivana RaonicView profile

Associate Professor

• International Accounting
• Empirical Financial Accounting Research
• Corporate Governance
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Ivana Raonic is an Associate Professor in Finance at Bayes Business School, City St George's, University of London. She joined Bayes in 2004 with a Ph.D. in Accounting and Finance from the University of Wales. Her research focuses on international accounting, corporate governance, financial disclosure, and capital markets. She also holds visiting lecturer roles at EDHEC Business School and the University of Belgrade since 2007 and 2005, respectively. Her teaching spans Financial Statement Reporting, Equity Investments, and Valuation. Education: PhD in Accounting and Finance (University of Wales), MSc in Finance (Brunel University), and BA in Economics (University of Belgrade). Her research trends emphasize regulatory compliance in mergers & acquisitions, debt covenant dynamics, and institutional influences on accounting practices. Key publications include studies on SEC comment letters, covenant-lite bonds, and vulture fund strategies. She is a member of the Methodological and Empirical Advances in Financial Analysis Network (MEAFA). No scientific awards are listed, and no advising/grants details provided. She contributes to academic discussions on financial reporting, corporate governance, and cross-border market behaviors.

• Strategic Management
• Innovation Management
• Enterprise and Innovation
• +7 more

Joseph Lampel is the Eddie Davies Professor of Enterprise and Innovation Management at Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He specializes in innovation, strategic management, and sustainability, and is affiliated with the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR). His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to decent work, economic growth, and industry innovation. Education: BSc in Physics, McGill University, Montreal MSc in Technology Policy, Université de Montréal PhD in Strategic Management, McGill University, Montreal Joseph's research focuses on innovation in project-based organizations, knowledge integration, employee ownership, and organizational resilience. His work bridges academic theory and policy impact, particularly in how intangible assets and ownership structures affect performance and sustainability. He has led major research projects funded by ESRC, EPSRC, and NESTA. His recent publications show a sustained focus on strategic management, innovation policy, and organizational behavior in complex environments. Themes include multimarket competition, employee ownership signaling resilience, and the role of intangibles in economic growth. His work often integrates institutional theory, signaling theory, and organizational learning frameworks. Scientific Awards: None listed in the provided text. Joseph has supervised several research students and early-career researchers, with five supervised works documented. He has led externally funded research projects, including an EPSRC study on learning in project-based organizations and a NESTA project on innovation competitions. His research on UK employee-owned businesses has directly influenced government policy. He is actively involved in the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research and contributed to the 'XR Museum' project, which explores extended reality experiences for cultural audiences, blending physical and virtual interfaces.