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• Gender and Diversity Management
• Hospitality Management
• Human Resource Management
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Dr. Evangelia Marinakou is a Professor and Principal Academic at Bournemouth University's Business School, Department of Tourism and Hospitality. She has held leadership roles such as Head of Education and Professional Practice and served as Head of Department across multiple institutions in Greece, Switzerland, Bahrain, and the UK. Her research focuses on gender issues in hospitality management, AI in HRM, talent management, and post-pandemic industry challenges. She earned her PhD in HRM from the University of Strathclyde (2012), and her work contributes to UN SDGs including Gender Equality and Sustainable Cities. Dr. Marinakou’s expertise spans academic quality assurance, having received an award from NAQQAET (Bahrain) and serving on validation panels for the Cyprus Quality Agency. She advises the Future Talent Council and contributes to editorial boards of journals like International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management . Her research has been recognized with best paper awards at conferences. Her grants include projects on talent management in luxury hospitality and global workforce challenges. She has trained professionals in lifelong learning programs on emotional intelligence and customer service. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels in hospitality principles, entrepreneurship, and research methods. Key research areas are explored through publications on topics such as AI in talent acquisition, pandemic impacts on luxury consumers, and gig economy labor issues. She actively participates in international conferences and consults on industry and academic initiatives.

• Finance
• Accounting
• Business Management
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Marc Oliveras Villanueva is an Associate Professor at Pompeu Fabra University and Lecturer at the UPF Barcelona School of Management, holding key leadership roles as Academic Coordinator of the Master’s in Accounting and Financial Management, Director of the Master in Project Management and Culture of Change, and Executive Director for Deanship Projects. His career bridges academic research in finance and sustainability with executive administration and industry experience. Education: Doctor in Social and Legal Sciences, Economics, Management and Health Sciences (Doctoral Programme in Law, Economic and Business) Master in Accounting and Financial Management (specializing in Corporate Finance) Business and Innovation Management Research Focus: His work critically examines service quality , sustainability practices , and business performance across hospitality, tourism, and transport sectors. Recent studies analyze SDG trade-offs/synergies, environmental impacts on hotel companies, and sustainability in start-ups, combining empirical methods with systematic literature reviews to advance sustainable business strategies. Publication Trends: Analysis of his 2019-2024 publications reveals a dominant focus on tourism-hospitality sustainability (60% of output), with growing emphasis on transport economics (2024) and SDG implementation . His methodology heavily favors systematic reviews (40%) paired with empirical case studies (30%), primarily targeting Spanish and Catalan markets while addressing global sustainability frameworks. Academic Leadership: Beyond teaching Financial Accounting and Short-Term Investment courses, he actively shapes curriculum through directorship of two Master's programs and coordination of finance specializations. His prior industry role as a CaixaBank financial advisor informs practical teaching approaches, while his deanship projects demonstrate institutional influence in academic governance and strategic development.

• Branding
• International Marketing
• Marketing Ethics
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Anna Torres Lacomba is a Full Professor at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra, holding a position in the Department of Economics and Business Administration. She co-directs the Master of Science in Management program at the Barcelona School of Management. Her academic background includes a PhD in Business Administration and Management from UPF, alongside advanced degrees from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Universitat de Girona. Her research focuses on branding, international marketing, marketing ethics, and preference representation, with particular emphasis on cross-cultural dynamics and consumer behavior. Her research explores how design elements like logo naturalness influence consumer perceptions across international markets, as well as cultural factors affecting brand equity and stakeholder engagement. She has contributed to understanding market responses during crises and the role of social influence in entertainment sectors. Methodologically, her work integrates advanced statistical techniques such as correspondence analysis and conjoint measurement. Prof. Torres Lacomba’s academic leadership includes directing executive education programs and maintaining active research collaborations. Her publications span over two decades, addressing themes from logo design psychology to corporate social responsibility strategies. She has advised on marketing strategies for multinational corporations and policy frameworks for trademark protection in global contexts.

• Digital Customer Management
• Customer Experience Management
• Brand Management
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Kai Kruthoff is a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Business (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts) under the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR SOM). He holds a Dr. oec. HSG from the University of St. Gallen and a Dipl.-Kfm. from Freie Universität Berlin. His professional roles include Senior CX Specialist at Bank Vontobel AG, Director at Stimmt AG, and Executive Director at Credit Suisse AG. He specializes in Digital Customer Management, Brand Experience Design, and Organizational Resilience. Education: PhD in Marketing Innovation Management (HSG), Dipl.-Kfm. (Berlin) Key Certifications: CAS in Learning & Teaching in Higher Education, Professional Banker Education His research focuses on Customer Experience Management (CEM), Digital CRM, and Crisis Resilience. Recent work emphasizes organizational adaptability and employee-driven brand advocacy. Projects include AI-driven business model innovation and crisis management strategies for SMEs. He has contributed to over 10 publications, including peer-reviewed articles on resilience and brand strategy. His teaching spans CAS Business Excellence programs and executive education in customer-centric leadership.

Nikolaos BoukasView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Tourism Development
• Cultural Heritage Management
• Tourism Policy and Planning
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Nikolaos Boukas is the Acting Vice Chairperson and Professor of Tourism & Hospitality Management at the Department of Management and Marketing, European University Cyprus. He holds a PhD in Management Studies from the University of Exeter (UK), alongside MSc degrees in Tourism Management (University of the Aegean, Greece) and Marketing (University of Stirling, UK), and a BBA from the University of the Aegean. His academic career spans 15+ years, progressing from Lecturer (2008) to Associate Professor (2012) and his current Professor rank (2017). His research focuses on sustainable tourism development, cultural heritage management, and policy-driven solutions for island destinations. Key themes include rural tourism’s impact on well-being, visitor experience design in museums, and post-pandemic recovery strategies for SMEs. He has contributed to 30+ peer-reviewed publications and co-authored the book Tourism Marketing in Western Europe . Research Projects: Coordinated EU-funded initiatives like ERASMUS+ Hotel Academy (2019–2022) and participated in the EMME-CCI Climate Change Initiative as Cyprus’ taskforce representative. Editorial Roles: Serves as Book Review Editor for International Journal of Tourism Policy and Editor for Tourism subjects in Sustainability Journal . Consultancy: Member of international conference committees, including ICOT 2022 and THE INC 2022. He has delivered guest lectures on sustainable tourism at institutions like Middlesex University and contributed to policy dialogues on cultural tourism in Cyprus. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing community-centric and climate-resilient tourism models.

Ali DehghanView profile

Associate Professor

• Business Analytics
• IT Management
• Service Quality
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Dr. Ali Dehghan is an Associate Professor of Business Analytics and IT at the University of La Verne's College of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Technology Management from Eastern Michigan University (2012), an MS in Engineering Management (2011), an MS in E-Commerce (2006), and a BS in Electrical Engineering (2003). His research focuses on service quality, customer satisfaction, renewable energy systems, and online education analytics. He has led NSF I-Corp grants and published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Education Background: Ph.D. in Technology Management, Eastern Michigan University (2012) MS in Engineering Management, Eastern Michigan University (2011) MS in E-Commerce, Lulea University of Technology (2006) BS in Electrical Engineering, Azad University (2003) Research Interests: Business Analytics & IT Strategy Renewable Energy Microgrids Customer Loyalty & Churn Analysis Educational Technology & Online Learning Entrepreneurial Orientation in Organizations Digital Platforms & User Engagement Grant & Awards Highlights: 2018: NSF I-Corp Grant (PI) 2016: Hewlett Grant, UCR Anderson Grant Multiple fellowships from Eastern Michigan University (2010–2012) Exxon Mobile Scholarship (2011) Professional Experience: Before joining La Verne, Dr. Dehghan taught at Pepperdine University and Wesleyan. He has over 15 years of industry experience in multinational companies and has been actively involved in high-tech startups for the past four years. His work integrates academic research with practical business solutions in digital transformation and sustainability.

Fred ChaoView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Consumer Behaviour
• Innovation Adoption
• Digital Marketing
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Dr. Fred Chao is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at the Newcastle Business School, University of Newcastle. His research focuses on consumer innovativeness, new product adoption, and digital marketing strategies, with particular emphasis on cross-cultural contexts. Fred holds a PhD from Monash University and has extensive academic leadership experience, including roles as Program Convenor for the Master of Marketing and involvement in curriculum development and digital education initiatives. His research has been published in leading journals such as the Australasian Marketing Journal and Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management , and he has received the 2017 Emerald Literati Network Award for Excellence. Fred actively contributes to editorial boards, including the Asia Pacific Journal of Marketing and Logistics . In teaching, Fred emphasizes student engagement through innovative methods like blended learning and case studies, consistently achieving high student satisfaction. His administrative roles include governance on the Faculty Board and leadership in international partnerships, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence and institutional development. Key research themes include consumer behavior in digital environments, live-streaming marketing, and ethical consumption. His grants and projects explore topics such as influencer marketing impacts and community engagement during crises.

Ron MeyerView profile

Professor

• Business & Society
• Family Business Strategy
• Management & Organization
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Prof. Ron Meyer is a Full Professor of Strategic Leadership at TIAS School for Business and Society, where he teaches, conducts research, and directs the Center for Strategy & Leadership. He holds a PhD and MBA from Erasmus University and a political science/economics background from the University of Alberta. His expertise spans corporate strategy, leadership development, internationalization, and innovation management. He has authored influential textbooks like Strategy - Process, Content, Context and consulted with global firms on strategic challenges. His recent work focuses on leadership agility, digital transformation, and paradoxical management issues. He has received teaching awards and delivers global training programs in strategic leadership and talent management. Education: Bachelor's in Political Science/Economics, University of Alberta MBA and PhD, Erasmus University Research Interests: Corporate Strategy & Leadership Agile Leadership Styles Innovation Management Strategic Alliances Globalization & International Strategy Paradox Management in Organizations Publications: Over 50 articles and books including leadership frameworks and strategy textbooks widely adopted in academia. His 2024 articles address key management tools and leadership models suited for dynamic business environments. Consultancy & Training: Advises multinational firms on strategy development and leadership. Delivers executive programs at TIAS and guest lectures globally, emphasizing practical application of strategic models. Labs/Teams: Leads the Center for Strategy & Leadership, fostering applied research in strategic innovation and leadership development.

Robert CrewsView profile

Professor

• Global History
• Political History
• Islamic Studies
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Robert Crews is a Professor of History at Stanford University specializing in global history, focusing on Afghanistan, Russia, Central Asia, and Islam. He teaches courses on Russia's Muslim Frontiers, The Global Drug Wars, and Global History. He directs Stanford's Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies and the Abbasi Program in Islamic Studies, while serving as Editor-in-Chief of the journal Afghanistan. His research examines: Islam's relationship with imperial and modern states Transnational dimensions of Afghan history Religion and nationalism in borderland regions Recent publications analyze Taliban ideology, Russian imperialism, and Muslim political identities. His book Afghan Modern received international recognition while articles appear in Foreign Affairs and The Washington Post. Awards include: Carnegie Scholar (2009) Dean's Award for Distinguished Teaching Stanford College Prep Excellence Award He advises doctoral students on topics ranging from colonial India to Middle Eastern politics. Research support comes from Fulbright-Hays, ACLS, Carnegie Corporation, and others.

• Data Analytics
• Signal Processing
• Operations Research
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Dr. Mikhail Nediak is an Associate Professor at the Smith School of Business, Queen's University. He holds a PhD in Operations Research from Rutgers University and dual MSc degrees in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. His research focuses on complex Management Science and Operations Research problems with computational components, including revenue management, dynamic pricing, and data-driven optimization. He serves as Associate Dean for Research at the Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO and holds the Scotiabank Scholar title at Queen's. Education: PhD in Operations Research, Rutgers University (2002) MSc in Computer Science, Rutgers University (2002) MSc in Applied Mathematics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1997) BSc in Natural Sciences, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1997) Research Interests: Dr. Nediak explores data analytics, signal processing, and optimization algorithms applied to revenue management and strategic consumer behavior. His work integrates techniques like integer programming, control theory, and stochastic simulation to address real-world business challenges. Recent studies examine dynamic pricing under social influence, resale price maintenance, and indirect lending risk pricing. Key Contributions: His articles highlight advancements in scalable bid pricing, strategic consumer cooperation, and discriminatory pricing models. These contributions bridge theoretical optimization frameworks with practical business applications. Awards & Positions: Scotiabank Scholar, Scotiabank Centre for Customer Analytics Associate Director of Research, Smith School of Business Advising & Leadership: Currently supervising academic work across doctoral and master's programs, with a focus on mentoring students in Operations Research and Analytics. His leadership in research administration at Queen's and SKOLKOVO reflects his commitment to advancing academic rigor and industry collaboration.

Johan AnselmssonView profile

Professor

• Brand Management
• Consumer Behavior
• Retail Marketing
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Johan Anselmsson is a Professor and Assistant Head of the Marketing Department at Lund University's School of Economics and Management (LUSEM). He leads the Lund Brand Management Group (LBMG), ranked globally as top in brand management research. His expertise spans brand equity, customer loyalty, and digital marketing strategies. He co-leads the Centre for Retail Research and holds affiliated roles in entrepreneurship and marketing administration. Education & Research Focus: PhD in Marketing (2001, Lund University) focused on technology-based self-service systems. Current research emphasizes brand management, customer-centric strategies, and sustainability in branding. He collaborates internationally with firms like IKEA, Mercedes-Benz, and Tetra Pak. Publications & Projects: Over 58 publications including 'Swedish Consumers Boycott American Brands' (2025) and 'A Customer Perspective on Digital Competencies' (2024). Active in projects like the CDR initiative on democratic resilience and the Digital Competences of Swedish Brands study. His work bridges academia and practice, addressing retail innovation and consumer behavior trends. Awards & Recognition: None explicitly listed but recognized for contributions to brand management research. Grants & Teams: Leads projects funded by Swedish Competition Authority and Handelsrådet. Engaged with Lund University's Sustainable Development Goals related to responsible consumption.

• Consumer Behavior
• Tourism Research
• Memorable Tourism Experiences
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Dr. Jong-Hyeong Kim is an Associate Professor and Associate Director at the Hainan University–Arizona State University International College (HAIC), part of the Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions. He holds dual affiliations with the School of Community Resources & Development (CRD) and the Hainan University/ASU Joint International Tourism College (HAITC). With a Ph.D. from Indiana University, his career includes academic roles across Canada, China, and Australia, accompanied by awards for teaching excellence and prestigious research grants such as the Hundred Talents Program (CAS) and NSTC funding. His research focuses on consumer behavior in tourism contexts, particularly Chinese traveler experiences and cultural gastronomy. Notable contributions include over 60 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work on authenticity in ethnic dining, nostalgia-driven patronage, and memorable tourism experiences. Dr. Kim’s 2024 global rankings (38th in Sport, Leisure & Tourism) and Tourism Tribute recognition underscore his research impact. Editorial Roles: Associate Editor of the Journal of Tourism, Heritage & Services Marketing; editorial board member of Asia Pacific Journal of Marketing and Logistics, Leisure Studies, and Sustainability. Advising: Primary supervisor for 13 doctoral/master’s students, emphasizing research skills and scholarly engagement. Grants: ASU-HAIC Teaching Innovation Grant (2022), National Natural Science Foundation of China (NNSFC), and National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) awards. Dr. Kim’s work bridges academic and applied tourism challenges, addressing destination branding, service recovery paradoxes, and cultural heritage preservation in tourism systems. His research frequently employs mixed-methods approaches, including scenario-based experiments and cross-cultural validation studies.

Praveen Balakrishnan NairView profile

Associate Professor

• Business Administration
• Marketing
• Social Entrepreneurship
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Dr. Praveen Balakrishnan Nair serves as Associate Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Social Sciences in Edinburgh, UK, bringing multidisciplinary management expertise through three postgraduate qualifications and a PhD. With extensive cross-cultural experience across Australian, UK, and Malaysian institutions, he integrates global perspectives into business education while maintaining strong academic integrity and holistic student development approaches. His research spans Business Administration, Marketing, Social Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Development, with particular focus on consumer behavior in digital environments, social enterprise models for poverty alleviation, and sustainable consumption patterns. This work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 1 (Poverty Reduction) and 8 (Economic Growth), examining critical issues like Gen Z's response to scarcity marketing, fashion industry sustainability, and developing-economy food attitudes. Analysis of his 15 publications (2012-2024) reveals evolving research trajectories: early work on educational technology and corporate strategy shifted toward contemporary investigations of social media influence, sustainable business models, and poverty mitigation through social enterprises. His recent output demonstrates increasing emphasis on behavioral psychology in digital marketing and practical solutions for sustainable development in emerging economies. Key recognition includes: Senior Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy (HEA) Dr. Nair actively mentors PhD candidates in business and social entrepreneurship domains while maintaining international research collaborations evidenced by publications with Malaysian co-authors. His work bridges academic rigor with practical industry applications, particularly in developing economy contexts. Current research networks span UK, Malaysia, and Australia, focusing on digital marketing innovation and sustainable business solutions for societal challenges.

Ruari ElkingtonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Screen Studies
• Film Distribution
• Theatrical Exhibition
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Ruari Elkington is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Industries at Queensland University of Technology within the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education & Social Justice and School of Creative Arts . His research spans screen studies , film distribution , theatrical exhibition , and enterprise education , with a focus on Indigenous perspectives and digital media . He is a Chief Investigator at QUT's Digital Media Research Centre and a 2018 Churchill Fellow . Education: PhD in Creative Industries (Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence, QUT) BA (Hons) in Creative Industries (QUT) Ruari's research examines how screen content navigates creative-commercial tensions and audience engagement , particularly in digital distribution and theatrical exhibition . His work also explores enterprise skills development in Work-Integrated Learning and Indigenous cultural safety in higher education. Ruari's 15 most recent publications analyze trends in Australian cinema exhibition , AI in screen education , and audience behavior across film festivals and cinema markets . His articles span digital media shifts , documentary distribution , and policy comparisons (e.g., French cinema models). Scientific Awards: 2016 AMP 'Tomorrow Maker' 2018 Churchill Fellowship 2020 Triple-E Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year Associate Fellow (Indigenous) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Institutional and national teaching awards Ruari leads a faculty-wide community of practice to embed Indigenous perspectives in teaching and mentors students through initiatives like the World Economic Forum Expert Network . He also secured a New Columbo Plan grant (2020) for Pacific screen-industry collaboration.

• Translation Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Linguistics
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Delia Ionela Prodan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Translation and Interpretation, University of Alicante. She holds a Doctorate in Translation and Interpretation (2016) and a Suficiencia Investigadora qualification from the University of Alicante (2006). Her academic background includes degrees in Spanish-English Philology, Japanese-French Studies, and Cultural Studies from the University of Bucharest. Her teaching focuses on Romanian language and translation courses within the Translation and Interpretation degree program, with extensive experience spanning over a decade at the University of Alicante. Research interests include cultural aspects of translation, sociopolitical contexts in cinema, literary censorship history, and machine translation systems development. Key contributions include studies on Romanian adaptations of Catalan prose, post-communist cinema analysis, and foundational work on Apertium-based machine translation systems. She collaborates with the INCOGNITO research group exploring intercultural communication and cognition. Recent projects include participation in the INCOGNITO interdisciplinary initiative (2021-2024) and TRALICOVA literary translation project (2014).