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Robert B. Pincus serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in Law at The George Washington University Law School. A retired partner from Skadden, Arps, Slate Meagher & Flom with 35 years of legal practice, he brings extensive corporate transaction expertise to his academic role while maintaining active engagement in legal education. Education LLM, Georgetown University Law Center (1983) - Securities Regulation JD, American University Washington College of Law (1980) - Magna Cum Laude BBA, College of William & Mary (1977) Research and Practice Focus : Specializing in high-stakes corporate law, Mr. Pincus concentrates on mergers and acquisitions , corporate governance , and Delaware law applications . His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world transactional execution, particularly in complex areas like private equity investments, corporate recapitalizations, and spin-offs. This practitioner-scholar approach emphasizes practical legal drafting and regulatory compliance within dynamic market environments. Professional Recognition Repeated inclusion in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business Consistent recognition in The Best Lawyers in America Academic Contribution : Currently teaching Legal Drafting (M&A) (course 6652-13), he integrates decades of frontline transaction experience into curriculum development, preparing students for sophisticated corporate legal practice through hands-on drafting exercises and case analysis.

• Corporate Law
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Corporate Governance
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Alan Dubin serves as an Adjunct Professor at the George Washington University School of Law, teaching secured transactions, while maintaining an active partnership at Arent Fox LLP in Washington, DC since 1985. His dual career spans banking, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate law, and business organization law, with specialized expertise in Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code. He chairs the firm's Committee on Opinion Letters Rendered in Commercial Transactions and serves on the Professional Conduct Committee. His research focuses on the practical application of commercial law in complex financial transactions, particularly secured lending, bankruptcy proceedings, and structured finance. He has represented institutional lenders, borrowers, and professional sports teams in loan restructurings, asset securitizations, venture capital deals, and intellectual property licensing arrangements. His scholarly work examines evolving UCC applications in modern finance, including cash collateral management and mezzanine loan structures. His publications demonstrate consistent engagement with commercial law practice trends over two decades, specifically addressing gaps in UCC implementation for emerging financial instruments. The 1999 and 2009 articles reflect his focus on collateral enforcement mechanisms in distressed financing scenarios, contributing practical frameworks for practitioners navigating secured transactions in bankruptcy contexts.

• Commercial Law
• Banking Law
• Corporate Law
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Dr. Sunghoon Joo serves as an Associate Professor of Finance within the College of Business Administration & Public Policy at California State University Dominguez Hills, teaching core courses including Business Finance (FIN 360), Financial Analysis (FIN 382), and Financial Institutions & Management (FIN 481). His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Finance from Auburn University (2019) Master of Science in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Bachelor of Business Administration from Chung-Ang University, South Korea Dr. Joo's research investigates financial markets and institutions, corporate finance, corporate social responsibility, mergers and acquisitions, and predictive modeling. His scholarly contributions appear in premier finance journals such as The Journal of Banking & Finance, The Financial Review, The Journal of Financial Research, Corporate Governance: An International Review, and The Journal of Business Research, advancing understanding of financial institutions and market dynamics. He actively mentors students as co-advisor for the Finance Student Society and presents research at major conferences including the Financial Management Association, Southern Finance Association, and Southwestern Finance Association. No scientific awards were documented in the source material.

• Financial Markets and Institutions
• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Emily R. McComb serves as Senior Lecturer in the Finance Unit at Harvard Business School, teaching the MBA core course "Finance 2" and acting as Section Chair. She co-leads the HBS Impact Investment Fund within the elective curriculum, providing students with practical experience in impact-driven investing. Her academic foundation includes a BA with Great Distinction in Economics and Political Science from McGill University and an MBA with Distinction from Harvard Business School, complemented by extensive industry experience at Bain Capital and Fidelity Management. Dr. McComb's research bridges finance theory and practice with emphases on healthcare management, hedge funds, investment strategies, and social enterprise. Her work consistently intersects financial services with healthcare applications, exploring investor behavior in specialized markets and the financial mechanics of impact investing. Recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward practical finance applications, particularly in sustainability metrics, small-company due diligence, and healthcare investment frameworks. Her case studies dominate business education materials, focusing on real-world financial decision-making across media, real estate, and entrepreneurial ventures. Her teaching excellence is formally recognized through: 2022 HBS Student Association Faculty Teaching Award 2022 Charles M. Williams Award for Teaching Excellence Through the HBS Impact Investment Fund, she mentors MBA students in deploying capital for measurable social impact while maintaining financial rigor. Though no formal PhD advising is documented, her Section Chair role involves intensive student guidance in the core MBA program. She actively shapes finance education through the Impact Investment Fund, which trains students to evaluate and execute investments generating both financial returns and positive social/environmental outcomes in underserved communities.

• healthcare management
• hedge funds
• investment management
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David M. Shapiro serves as a Distinguished Lecturer and Program Director for the MPA in Inspection & Oversight at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York. Based in the Department of Public Management, he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in forensic accounting, auditing, and public sector oversight. His career spans roles as an FBI special agent, assistant prosecutor in Essex County, NJ, and Global Practice Leader at Aon's Corporate Investigative Solutions, where he led financial crime investigations. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (minor in English literature) from Rutgers University, 1980 Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law, 1985 Master of Business Administration in Accounting from Seton Hall University School of Business, 1988 Shapiro's research centers on white-collar crime, financial fraud, and organized crime, with expertise in forensic accounting, financial due diligence, and public sector oversight. He investigates fraud prevention through financial metrics and the role of inspectors general in corruption control, bridging accounting, law enforcement, and criminal justice. His recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on forensic accounting applications for combating financial crime and enhancing governmental accountability. Key themes include digital funds transfers in organized crime (2021), state inspectors general's impact on corruption (2020), and accounting information systems (2018), culminating in his 2023 critical examination of global enterprises undermining public interests. While no major scientific awards are documented, Shapiro's expertise is frequently sought by media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and CNBC for commentary on high-profile financial crime and corruption cases. As MPA-Inspection & Oversight Program Director, Shapiro oversees curriculum development and student training in fraud examination. His professional background suggests active mentorship and industry connections informing student guidance, though specific advisees and research grants are not detailed in available materials.

• White Collar Crime
• Financial Fraud
• Organized Crime
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William G. Castellano serves as Professor of Human Resource Management at Rutgers University School of Management and Labor Relations (SMLR), where he directs the Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing and acts as Executive Director of the NJ/NY Center for Employee Ownership. With over forty years of professional experience spanning corporate Fortune 50 companies, entrepreneurial ventures, and academic research, Castellano previously held senior HR management positions at Merrill Lynch and Manufacturers Hanover Trust before joining Rutgers. His educational credentials include a Ph.D. in I.R.H.R. from Rutgers University. Castellano has held multiple leadership roles at Rutgers including former Associate Dean of External Engagement and Executive and Professional Education, and former Director of the Center for HR Strategy. He also serves on the board of the Global Equity Organization and has been instrumental in developing New Jersey's ESOP Assistance Program in partnership with the NJEDA. Castellano's research centers on the impact of employee ownership and equity compensation strategies on individual and organizational outcomes, with particular focus on succession planning for business owners and wealth-building for employees. His expertise in strategic HR management, employee engagement, and effective human capital management has made him a sought-after expert in workforce trends, especially regarding remote work, hybrid models, and the future of work. As an educator, he teaches graduate courses in HR Strategy, Managing the Global Workforce, and Economics and Demographics of Labor Markets, along with undergraduate courses in HR Management and workforce development. He also leads several executive certificate programs addressing contemporary HR challenges including digital transformation, equity compensation, and mergers and acquisitions. Executive Director, NJ/NY Center for Employee Ownership Director, Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing Board Member, Global Equity Organization Former Associate Dean of External Engagement Former Director, Center for HR Strategy Castellano's work has gained national recognition, particularly through his leadership in launching the 'Shares Laboratory' in April 2023 - a first-of-its-kind research initiative tracking equity compensation trends across American workplaces. His insights have been featured in major publications including The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, CNN Business, The Associated Press, BBC, and Forbes, with recent focus on expanding employee ownership opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses.

• Employee Ownership
• Equity Compensation
• Strategic Human Resource Management
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Indu Khurana serves as an Associate Professor of Economics and Business at Hampden-Sydney College, based in Morton Hall 022, where she advances research and teaching in entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic policy. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Florida International University (2012) M.A. in Economics, Florida International University (2009) M.Phil. in Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi (2007) Master’s in Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi (2003) Bachelor’s in Commerce (Honors), University of Delhi (2001) Research Focus: Dr. Khurana investigates entrepreneurial ecosystems through theoretical frameworks like social exchange theory and the 4I learning model. Her work spans digital transformation resilience in SMEs, gender bias in venture capital (using NLP methodologies), policy uncertainty impacts on entrepreneurship, and sustainable ecosystem evolution in smart cities. She examines how cultural factors like religion influence humane entrepreneurship and how entrepreneurial learning drives innovation in crisis contexts. Publication Trends: Her 2021-2025 publications reveal escalating focus on sustainability (e.g., smart city ecosystems) and socio-cultural dimensions (e.g., religion’s role in business ethics), while maintaining core work on learning frameworks and policy impacts. Collaborative research with Dutta, Audretsch, and Ghura dominates her output, appearing in premier outlets like Small Business Economics and Technological Forecasting and Social Change , with drone industry survival analysis and gender bias studies representing methodologically innovative contributions. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals were documented. Advising and Grants: Source material provided no details regarding student supervision or funded research projects. Professional Service: Editorial Advisory Board, Journal of Asia Business Studies (2024-Present) Editorial Board Member, Small Business Economics (2021-Present) Board Member, Virginia Association of Economists (2021-2023)

• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation
• Economics
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Dr. Yiyang Zhang serves as an Associate Professor and Lariccia Family Endowed Faculty Fellow at Youngstown State University's Lariccia School of Accounting & Finance, where he joined in 2018 following his PhD completion at the University of South Florida. His scholarly work centers on the intersection of accounting, information systems, and capital markets with significant impact on auditing practices and financial reporting. Dr. Zhang's educational foundation includes: PhD in Accounting, University of South Florida (2018; Dissertation: "Two Essays on String of Earnings Benchmarks") MS in Accounting, University of Kansas (2013) BBA in Accounting, Washburn University (2011) His research portfolio demonstrates exceptional breadth across critical accounting domains. Key focus areas include: Technology-driven accounting systems (ERP, blockchain, XBRL) Audit quality and sustainability assurance Financial disclosure mechanisms and regulatory compliance Capital market implications of accounting practices Corporate governance and earnings management Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting Dr. Zhang's publication trajectory reveals consistent innovation in accounting information systems, with growing emphasis on sustainability reporting and cybersecurity implications. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications, frequently examining how technological adoption transforms financial reporting ecosystems and audit processes. His distinguished scholarly contributions have earned numerous accolades: Three-time winner of AAA AIS Mid-Year Meeting Best Paper Award (2019, 2021, 2023) YSU Distinguished Professor in Scholarship (2021, 2025) Lariccia Family Endowed Professorship (2024) Consecutive YSU Research Professorship Awards (2020-2024) Andrew Best Paper Award at 2019 Ohio Region Meeting AAA Doctoral Consortium Fellowships (2016-2017) As an active academic citizen, Dr. Zhang chairs the AAA AIS Section Research and Publications Committee while serving on the Journal of Information Systems editorial board. His professional service includes extensive journal reviewing and committee leadership, reflecting strong commitment to advancing accounting scholarship. Though specific student mentoring details aren't documented, his research productivity and endowed position indicate significant graduate student engagement. No dedicated research labs or specialized teams are mentioned in his professional profile.

• Accounting Information Systems
• Auditing
• Financial Accounting
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Tracy Bach serves as a Visiting Professor at Washington University in St. Louis and advises The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, specifically contributing to the Climate Change Ecosystem Deep Dive initiative, Center for Business, Government and Society, and Revers Center for Energy. Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Arts from Yale University Master of Public Affairs from University of Minnesota Juris Doctor in Law from University of Minnesota Professor Bach's research concentrates on climate change policy frameworks and sustainable energy transitions, integrating legal expertise with public affairs to address business-government-society intersections. Her work emphasizes ecosystem-level climate solutions through cross-sector collaboration. As an active advisor, she leverages town government experience and merger/acquisition expertise to guide climate strategy development at Dartmouth. Her VNH Board of Trustees role since 2017 further applies this background to healthcare governance in Vermont and New Hampshire.

• Climate Change
• Energy Policy
• Environmental Law
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Sridhar Gogineni serves as Associate Professor of Finance within the John Sykes College of Business at The University of Tampa, holding a Ph.D. from The University of Oklahoma (2011), M.A. from Ohio University (2005), and M.A. from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, India (2002), alongside the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation. His academic credentials include: 2011: Ph.D., The University of Oklahoma 2005: M.A., Ohio University 2002: M.A., Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, India Gogineni's research specializes in corporate governance and corporate control mechanisms, with concentrated expertise in private firms, private equity structures, and contractual provisions in merger agreements. His empirical work spans corporate finance theory and practice, frequently examining ownership structures and control dynamics in non-public enterprises. His scholarly contributions have earned recognition through: Energy GA Fellowship Program (2015, 2016) Crocker Young Research Scholar Award (2012, 2014) He has secured significant research funding including the Graduate Student Enhancement Grant (Summer 2014, $4,274.22) and Sustainable Business Practices grant (as Co-PI), while supervising graduate theses at the University of Wyoming. His academic service encompasses ad-hoc journal reviewing and active participation in finance conferences as selection committee member and discussant. Gogineni teaches Corporate Finance, Advanced Corporate Finance, Empirical Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, and Corporate Finance and Governance courses. He maintains professional affiliations with the American Finance Association, Financial Management Association, and Eastern Finance Association, contributing to the discipline through peer review and conference leadership.

• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Control
• Private Equity
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Donna M. Dolansky serves as Professor of Practice in the Business Department at Utica College's School of Business & Justice, joining the faculty full-time in 2016. She currently chairs the Business Department Faculty Teaching committee and brings over two decades of industry experience to her teaching role. Education: B.S. in Accounting from Boston College M.B.A. in General Business from Utica College (2016) Professional Expertise: With CPA credentials in Massachusetts (2003) and New York (2007), her career includes 7 years at Ernst & Young LLP in Boston featuring a 2-year London rotation, followed by roles at NBT Bank overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, M&A, and financial planning. She maintains industry currency through quarterly accounting webinars and 24+ annual continuing education hours. Teaching Focus: As a Professor of Practice, she emphasizes real-world application over academic research, subscribing to industry publications to track emerging trends while developing curriculum through her committee leadership. Service and Development: Her committee work shapes departmental teaching standards, and she actively maintains professional credentials through structured continuing education despite not conducting formal research.

• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
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Vinh Huy Nguyen serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Finance, Real Estate and Business Law at California State University, Fresno's Craig School of Business, teaching undergraduate and graduate finance courses while maintaining recognition as an orchid specialist. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Finance from Florida International University (Dissertation: Institutional Investors, Insiders, and the Firm) M.S. in Finance from Florida International University (Track: International Banking and Financial Institutions) B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin (Majors: Business Honors Program and Supply Chain Management) Dr. Nguyen's research centers on corporate finance and market microstructure, specifically examining how financial institutions, firms, and insiders adapt trading strategies during information shocks. His work investigates competitive advantage maintenance mechanisms and evolutionary patterns of informed market participants alongside financial innovations, with particular focus on equity market dynamics. Analysis of his 2019-2024 publications reveals dominant themes in ETF innovation, institutional trading behaviors around corporate actions, and microstructural impacts of information dissemination. His research consistently employs event study methodologies to analyze trading patterns around repurchase announcements, M&A events, and regulatory changes, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections between corporate finance theory and empirical market microstructure. Professional recognition includes: FCC/AOS (First Class Certificate/Award of Superior Quality) from the American Orchid Society for Phaphiopedilum fairrieanum ‘Vinh Huy Nguyen’

• Corporate Finance
• Market Microstructure
• Institutional Trading
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Fariz Huseynov serves as Professor and Chair in the Department of Transportation, Logistics and Finance at North Dakota State University's College of Business. His expertise spans corporate finance, international finance, and banking, with research examining corporate tax avoidance, accounting manipulations, and capital structure decisions. He teaches Advanced Financial Management, International Finance, and Investment Analysis while advising NDSU's $1.3 million student managed investment fund. His academic credentials include: PhD in Finance from University of Memphis MBA in Finance from Ball State University BBA from Istanbul University, Turkey AD in Banking from Marmara University, Turkey Dr. Huseynov's research investigates how corporate decisions impact financial markets, particularly during economic crises. Current projects analyze tax avoidance behaviors around financial crises, financing strategies for uncertain growth opportunities, and how brand reputation influences accounting manipulations. His interdisciplinary work bridges finance with marketing and development economics. His 15 recent publications (2012-2025) in journals like Journal of Corporate Finance and Financial Management reveal consistent focus on tax policy, earnings management, and capital structure. Notable trends include cross-regional analyses (Africa, Central Asia, Azerbaijan) and empirical examinations of regulatory impacts like the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. His work increasingly incorporates FinTech and behavioral elements like gambling preferences in M&A decisions. As faculty adviser for NDSU's student managed investment fund, he mentors students in real-world portfolio management of $1.3 million assets. He maintains industry connections through collaboration with the CFA Society of Minnesota and contributes to Azerbaijan's development via media appearances. His peer-review activities for top journals including Journal of Corporate Finance and Journal of Banking and Finance demonstrate academic leadership. Dr. Huseynov actively engages with research networks through presentations at Financial Management Association conferences and interdisciplinary collaborations examining brand equity's role in financial reporting. His work with co-authors across multiple continents reflects a globally oriented research approach focused on practical applications in corporate finance and economic policy.

• Corporate Finance
• International Finance
• Banking
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Lawrence M. Doerr serves as an Instructor in the Department of Manufacturing Engineering at the University of St. Thomas' School of Engineering, teaching courses including the Manufacturing Engineering Capstone (ETLS 858) despite no current teaching assignments for Fall 2025 or J-term 2026. Education: University of St. Thomas, MBA University of Minnesota, Mechanical Engineering, BS His expertise spans Organizational Innovation, Factory Physics, Additive Manufacturing, and Disruptive Technology R&D, with deep industry experience in Operations Management and Business Process Improvement. Career progression from Design Engineering to C-level positions demonstrates his focus on innovation-driven industry disruption through strategic planning and entrepreneurial ventures. Over decades, he held progressive roles at Northrop Corporation, Honeywell Ordnance Division, Rosemount Engineering (Emerson), Detector Electronics, Nilfisk-Advance, Minnesota Diversified Industries, and Stratasys Inc., culminating as COO of Infinite Material Solutions LLC—a joint venture developing novel additive manufacturing materials for a $10B Japanese conglomerate. No scientific awards or honors are documented. Regarding advising and grants, the text indicates no formal student supervision or grant management activities. Similarly, laboratory affiliations or research teams aren't referenced in available materials.

• Organizational Innovation
• Strategic Planning
• Factory Physics
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Frederick Heller serves as Professor of Practice and Director of the U.S. Law Program at the University of San Diego School of Law, holding a JD from Yale Law School and BA from Yale College. His educational background includes: JD, Yale Law School BA, Yale College Heller specializes in international business transactions within emerging markets, with deep expertise in cross-border mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and financings across Russia, CIS, Africa, the Middle East, India, and all EU member states. His research integrates 25+ years of legal practice in Europe, where he managed international law firm offices and led complex transactions in high-risk jurisdictions. Professional accolades include: Chambers & Partners leading lawyer recognition (2013-2016) Chambers Global foreign expert designation for Russian/UK finance TMT Finance 2015 Deal of the Year (MENA) IFR Asia 2014 Frontier Markets Issue award London Legal Business Awards 2012 Corporate Team of the Year Financial Times 2011 Legal Innovation award IFLR Middle East 2012 M&A Deal runner-up

• International Law
• Business Transactions
• Emerging Markets
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