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• 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.

• Education Policy
• Early Childhood Education
• Teacher Training
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Snježana Močinić is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Educational Sciences, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, affiliated with the Department of Studies in the Italian Language. She holds a PhD in Pedagogy from the University of Zagreb (2015) and a postgraduate master's degree from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Rijeka (2004). Her career spans teaching in Italian primary schools, teacher training, and academic leadership roles. She coordinates study programs and methodology courses in early childhood education and curriculum design. She has led the State Licence Exam Committee for Italian-language preschool teachers since 2000. Education: PhD in Pedagogy, Zagreb Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2015 Postgraduate Master's, Faculty of Teacher Education, Rijeka, 2004 Research Interests: Teacher education models, competency development in educators, experiential learning strategies, traditional cultural heritage integration in education, and sustainable pedagogical practices. She emphasizes curriculum design for early childhood and the role of school environments in learning processes. Publications: Over 20 articles focusing on teacher competencies, preschool education, and cultural heritage in curricula. Recent work explores Kolb's learning model applications and the knowledge society's impact on education. Leadership & Projects: Involved in national and international educational projects. Coordinates study modules and organizational improvements at the faculty level. Served on university committees and contributed to policy reforms in teacher training.

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.

Anthony J. ConnollyView profile

Professor

• Legal Philosophy
• Indigenous Rights Law
• Public Law
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Anthony J. Connolly is a Professor at the Australian National University's Law School within the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy. His work focuses on legal philosophy, indigenous rights law, and public law. He holds a BA.LLB (Hons) from the University of Western Australia, a Ph.D. in philosophy (supervised by Professors Philip Pettit and Robert Goodin), and a Master of Higher Education. His research bridges theoretical legal philosophy with applied areas like indigenous self-determination and public law accountability. Education: BA.LLB (Hons), University of Western Australia Ph.D. in Philosophy, ANU (supervised by Pettit and Goodin) MHEd (ANU) Barrister & Solicitor, Western Australia Research Interests: Professor Connolly explores legal regulation of cognition/communication, legal pluralism, judicial reasoning in culturally diverse contexts, and the theory/practice of legal education. His work emphasizes intercultural legal recognition, indigenous rights frameworks, and public law foundations. He critiques judicial understanding limits in cross-cultural settings and advocates for legal systems accommodating cultural diversity. Research Trends: His publications span monographs (e.g., Cultural Difference on Trial , Foundations of Australian Public Law ) and edited volumes on indigenous rights and cultural heritage. Recent work delves into philosophical critiques of legal methodology and the intersection of law with cultural heritage preservation. His 2022 paper re-examines Peter Cane's critiques of legal philosophy, while 2017 works analyze public law's structural foundations and interpretive challenges in legal pluralism. Awards/Grants: Led a 2010-2011 ARC-funded project to internationalize Australian legal education curricula. His work on legal education reform has shaped ANU's pedagogical strategies. No explicit awards listed but his scholarly output indicates significant academic recognition. Labs/Teams: Active in ANU Law School's legal education initiatives and collaborates on projects promoting global legal practice frameworks through curriculum design.

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.

• International Finance
• Firm Dynamism
• Globalization
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Jozef Konings is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business (KU Leuven) and currently serves as Dean of the Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Business (Astana, Kazakhstan) while on leave from KU Leuven. He specializes in International Finance , Firm Dynamism , and Globalization , using big data to address economic questions. His affiliations include the Leuven Center for Regional Economic Policy , VIVES - Regional Economics Research Centre , and advisory roles with institutions like the Belgian National Productivity Council . Education: PhD in Economics from the London School of Economics. Leadership Roles: Dean at NUGSB, former Dean at KU Leuven's School of Economics and Business, founding director of VIVES. His research explores how granular data and big data improve understanding of firm-level dynamics , international trade , and policy evaluation . Key projects include analyzing superstar spillovers in FDI , energy price regulation , and historical infrastructure impacts . His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world policy applications, particularly in European economic reform and global value chains . Recent publications focus on productivity mismeasurement , cost-of-living disparities , and firm-to-firm transaction networks . These studies highlight the role of intangible assets, exchange rate shocks, and multinational firm behavior in shaping economic outcomes. Scientific Awards: Research Fellow, Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR), London Fellow, Royal Flemish Academy for Sciences and Arts As a supervisor, he has guided PhD research on firm dynamics , price adjustment , and regional clusters . He has contributed to policy evaluations for the European Commission and advised institutions like the IMF and OECD .

• 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

Charles McClureView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting Standards
• Intangible Assets
• Executive Compensation
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Charles McClure is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business , where he serves as the Willard Graham Faculty Scholar . His research examines the economic consequences of accounting standards, focusing on intangible assets, executive compensation, tax avoidance, and ESG disclosures. Research Highlights: Investigated how accounting standards for goodwill distort M&A markets, estimating $68-71 billion annual impacts Documented diversity washing practices in corporate DEI disclosures Challenged assumptions about non-GAAP reporting efficiency Provided global evidence on disclosure technology effects Quantified non-tax costs of tax avoidance strategies Scientific Awards: Willard Graham Faculty Scholar McClure's teaching includes Advanced Financial Analysis and Workshop in Accounting Research , with academic leadership through multiple research seminars. His work appears in major journals like Journal of Accounting Research and The Accounting Review , and has been cited by Wall Street Journal , Economist , and other media outlets.

• 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.