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Carlyle FarrellView profile

Associate Professor

• International trade
• International economics
• Third World Multinationals
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Carlyle Farrell serves as Associate Professor and Chair of the Global Management Studies Department at Toronto Metropolitan University's Ted Rogers School of Business Management, while also coordinating International Business programs in the G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. With over 15 years of private-sector consulting experience across 20+ countries for organizations including the World Bank and African Development Bank, he bridges academic rigor with practical business insights in international marketing education. His academic foundation includes: B.Sc from the University of the West Indies M.Sc from the University of Guelph Ph.D from the University of Manitoba Professor Farrell's research centers on Third World Multinationals' global expansion strategies, with recent publications examining cultural distance impacts on Latin American subsidiaries and China's Belt and Road effects in Africa. His work consistently addresses how emerging market enterprises navigate institutional voids and cultural barriers, emphasizing practical applications for trade promotion and channel management. This focus stems from firsthand consulting experience across Caribbean, African, and Latin American markets. Analysis of his 14 journal publications (1985-2023) reveals evolving expertise: early work (1985-2008) concentrated on Caribbean trade and export promotion, while recent output (2011-2023) increasingly examines Chinese and Latin American multinationals through cultural/institutional lenses. His scholarship demonstrates methodological diversity spanning quantitative analysis of cultural distance, case studies of emerging market firms, and consumer behavior research, primarily published in international business and cross-cultural management journals. Key recognitions include: Toronto Metropolitan University Best New Scholar Award (2006) Transport Institute Fellowship, University of Manitoba Graduate Studies Fellowship, University of Manitoba J.L. Tennant Bursary, University of Guelph As an educator, Professor Farrell teaches international marketing across undergraduate and MBA programs while developing specialized courses like Latin American & Caribbean Business Environments. His industry experience informs active learning approaches, including marketing simulations evaluated in his 2020 pedagogy research. Though specific grant details aren't provided, his sustained collaboration with international development banks indicates robust funding for applied research on trade dynamics and emerging market strategies. While no formal lab structure is mentioned, Professor Farrell leads a research collective focused on emerging market internationalization, collaborating with scholars across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. This network facilitates comparative studies of multinational strategies while providing students with global research opportunities aligned with his expertise in Third World enterprise expansion.

Henrique Correa da CunhaView profile

Associate Professor

• International Business
• Cross-cultural management
• Emerging Markets
• +2 more

Dr. Henrique Correa da Cunha serves as an Associate Professor in the Global Management Studies program at the Ted Rogers School of Management, Ryerson University, where he has taught undergraduate and MBA courses since 2009. His academic credentials include: BSBA from Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, USA MBA from HULT International Business School, Boston, MA, USA Academic Master in Business Administration from Universidade Regional de Blumenau (FURB), Brazil PhD in Business Administration and Management Accounting from FURB, Brazil PhD in Innovation Sciences from Halmstad University, Sweden Dr. Correa da Cunha's research centers on International Business dynamics in Latin America, with emphasis on how cultural frameworks and formal institutions shape multinational firms' internationalization strategies. His work bridges theoretical institutional analysis with practical cross-border management challenges, addressing critical gaps in understanding subsidiary performance under asymmetric institutional environments. This focus positions him at the forefront of emerging markets research, particularly regarding cultural adaptation and risk mitigation in volatile economic landscapes. His recent publication surge (8 papers in 2022-2023) reveals evolving research trajectories toward geopolitical risk assessment in trade patterns, advanced cultural distance measurement, and outward investment determinants from Latin American firms. These studies consistently employ rigorous quantitative methodologies across multiple Latin American contexts, demonstrating methodological sophistication while maintaining regional specificity. Key accolades include: Best PhD Dissertation Paper award at the 16th SGBED conference (2019) Nomination for AIB-Lat 2018 best papers Nomination for Best Student Reviewer at the AIB-SE conference (2015) Full International MBA Scholarship from Bunge Alimentos (2007/2008) Best Business Plan award by OSRAM Sylvania (2008) Dr. Correa da Cunha teaches core courses including GMS 200 (Introduction to Global Management) and GMS 693 (The Latin American and Caribbean Business Environment). His industry experience in multinational firms prior to academia informs practical classroom applications. While specific grant details aren't provided, his sustained publication output in top journals indicates active research funding and supervision of graduate students, as evidenced by his dissertation award recognition. Though no dedicated research lab is mentioned, his extensive international co-authorship network—spanning Brazilian, Swedish, and other Latin American institutions—demonstrates robust collaborative research infrastructure focused on emerging market dynamics.

• Global Management
• International Trade
• Geopolitical Risk

Mark Viminitz is an Assistant Professor in the Global Management Studies department at Toronto Metropolitan University's Ted Rogers School of Management. He concurrently serves as President/CEO of Sherpa Medical Device Consulting Inc. and COO of basebox Corp., following a 27-year executive career at Johnson & Johnson leading medical device commercialization. His research examines: Geopolitical risk impacts on international trade flows Institutional barriers in emerging markets Trade diversification strategies Recent work includes analyses of Canada's US/China trade dependencies and competitive dynamics of multinational subsidiaries in Latin America. He teaches undergraduate courses in global management with a focus on applied learning through: Real-world case studies Negotiation simulations Market-entry strategy development

• Corporate Innovation
• Asset Pricing
• Decentralized Finance
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Jan Bena is Associate Professor and Chair of the Finance Division at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business, where he holds the Bank of Montreal Chair in International Finance. He serves as Academic Director of the Portfolio Management Foundation (PMF) program and advises UBC's Sauder Women in Finance Training (SWIFT) initiative. He earned dual PhDs in Finance (London School of Economics) and Economics (CERGE-EI). His research explores: Innovation economics : Labor-technology tradeoffs, R&D asset pricing, and patent-driven firm dynamics Decentralized finance : Token-based governance models and platform ecosystems Global capital flows : Foreign ownership impacts and multinational spillover effects Corporate structure : Ownership pyramids, startup financing, and pay inequality drivers Publication analysis reveals dominant themes in technological disruption (50% of recent work), multinational firm behavior (30%), and entrepreneurial finance (20%), with empirical methodologies leveraging patent datasets and international firm-level data. Awards & Honors: Bank of Montreal Chair in International Finance UBC Sauder Alumni Talking Stick Award for pedagogical innovation He leads multiple initiatives including advisory roles for UBC's Blockchain@UBC Aquanow DeFi Lab and editorship at the Review of Corporate Finance Studies. His teaching encompasses entrepreneurial finance, capital markets, and private equity across BCom, MBA, and PhD programs.

Fredrik TellView profile

Professor

• Patent history
• Intellectual property rights
• Technology markets
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Fredrik Tell is Professor of Business Administration at Uppsala University since September 1, 2015, with additional affiliation as Professor at the Department of Economic History and the Center for Business History. He serves as chair of the department's scientific council and convenes the higher seminar. His academic career includes previous professorship at Linköping University (2009-2015). Education: Philosophical Bachelor (fil. kand.), 1994 Economic Licentiate (ek. lic.), 1997 Economic Doctorate (ek. dr.), 2000 Tell's primary research focuses on strategic work and the relationship between future and present, development of organizational knowledge and company capabilities, patent history, intellectual property rights, and technology markets. His work also examines digitalization's impact on development work, temporary and distributed organizational forms, and globalization in multinational business. He leads the Uppsala Patent History Group, which has produced significant research on historical patent data and Swedish patent history. His recent publications reveal strong trends connecting historical patent analysis with contemporary innovation challenges, particularly examining how digital transformation affects organizational routines and knowledge management. Tell's work bridges historical perspectives with current business challenges, especially in intellectual property management and multinational enterprise strategies. His research often employs interdisciplinary approaches combining business history, organizational theory, and innovation studies. Scientific Recognition: Member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) Member of the Royal Society of Sciences in Uppsala (KVS) Fellow at Stiftelsen IMIT Former chairman of the Association of Business Administration in Sweden (FEKIS, 2018-2020) Tell has supervised 14 PhD students to completion and currently supervises two doctoral candidates. He serves as vice-chair of the national graduate school Management and IT (MIT). His grant portfolio includes significant funding from Jan Wallander and Tom Hedelius Foundation, Lars Erik Lundbergs Foundation, and VINNOVA for research on patent history, technology markets, and digital transformation. He has led several research groups including the Uppsala Patent History Group and previously contributed to KITE, DRIM, EPOK, and MEKA research initiatives. Tell has been a visiting researcher at numerous prestigious institutions including Stanford University, London School of Economics, and University of Toronto.

• Foreign Direct Investment
• Multinational Enterprises
• Global Supply Chain Management
• +4 more

Palitha Konara serves as a Senior Lecturer in International Business at the University of Sussex Business School and is affiliated with the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP). Previously, he held a professorship in the Strategy, Operations and Entrepreneurship department at the University of Essex, establishing expertise at the intersection of corporate strategy and international trade policy. His research investigates critical global business dynamics: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) impacts on regional economies Multinational Enterprise (MNE) strategies for market entry, exit, and subsidiary management Intellectual property rights in cross-border operations Global supply chain innovation and resilience Foreign subsidiary performance and divestment patterns Professor Konara's scholarly contributions include publications in premier journals such as Journal of World Business and Journal of Product Innovation Management, earning him the Danny Van Den Bulcke Prize for best paper from the European International Business Academy. He currently leads significant research initiatives: Welsh Government-funded analysis of FDI impacts in Wales Department for International Trade project on UK disinvestment trends FCDO research on British firms' engagement with the Chinese economy

• International Business
• International Management
• Global Strategy
• +7 more

Revti Raman is Associate Professor of International Business and currently serves as Head of School for the School of Marketing and International Business at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. He completed his PhD in International Business from the University of Auckland and has established himself as a prominent researcher in international business with numerous publications in high-quality journals. Dr. Raman's primary research interests focus on International Business and International Management, with specific expertise in global strategy, cultural intelligence, cross-border knowledge management, relationship quality, and emerging economies. His current research passion centers on environmental sustainability within the context of international business and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. His work examines how multinational enterprises navigate complex global environments through strategic knowledge management, relationship building, and cultural adaptation. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with multiple recent articles (2023-2025) examining cutting-edge topics including cross-border acquisitions by emerging economy firms, knowledge sharing within multinational enterprises, and the complex dynamics of intercultural negotiations. His research often employs sophisticated methodologies including survey research with international samples and mixed-method approaches. Fellow of New Zealand India Research Institute Editorial review board member of the Journal of International Management Recipient of both internal and external research grants Dr. Raman has significantly contributed to academic leadership, having served as undergraduate and postgraduate director of the International Business program, International Business program leader, deputy Head of School, and acting Head of School before his current permanent appointment. He has supervised 9 PhD students (7 completed, 2 in progress), 3 MCom students, and 8 Honours students. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate through EMBA levels, covering courses such as International Management, Global Strategy, Cross Cultural Management, and International Business Consultancy.

Birgitte GrøgaardView profile

Professor

• International Business
• Multinational Enterprises
• Environmental Sustainability
• +5 more

Birgitte Grøgaard serves as Department Head of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Professor at BI Norwegian Business School, where she has held academic positions since 2019 after transitioning from the University of Calgary. Her career spans executive roles at Statoil and Gemini Consulting prior to academia. Her educational background includes a PhD in Dr. Oecon from BI Norwegian Business School (2006), an MBA from the University of Colorado (1992), and a BA from Vanderbilt University (1990). Grøgaard's research centers on International Business with emphasis on multinational enterprises (MNEs), environmental sustainability, and institutional dynamics. She investigates MNEs' roles in energy transitions, Bottom of Pyramid markets, and merger integrations, applying frameworks like New Internalization Theory and Transaction Cost Economics. Her work frequently examines how firms navigate institutional voids and balance global-local tensions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on environmental crises and sustainable business practices , particularly how MNEs can drive positive social and environmental outcomes. Her scholarship bridges theoretical rigor with practical implications for corporate sustainability and global strategy. As an active academic leader, she serves on the European International Business Academy board as Norway's country representative and chaired the Strategic Management Society's Global Strategy interest group. Her teaching contributions include developing case studies like the Flip Factory Inc. series. Her research methodology combines qualitative case studies, meta-analyses, and large-scale empirical investigations, often collaborating with leading scholars across international institutions. Current projects emphasize energy transition pathways and institutional development in emerging economies.

Ivo ZanderView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• International Business
• Corporate Entrepreneurship
• +3 more

Ivo Zander is Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Department of Business Studies, Uppsala University. He also serves as a researcher at Uppsala University Conflicting Objectives Research Nexus (UUniCORN). His work spans international business, entrepreneurship, and multinational corporation dynamics, with particular focus on corporate entrepreneurship and technological innovation within global firms. Zander received his PhD from the Institute of International Business, Stockholm School of Economics. He has held visiting scholar positions at Harvard Business School, SCANCOR at Stanford University, and Macquarie Graduate School of Management. His research interests include the entrepreneurial dynamics of accelerated internationalization, the evolution of advanced foreign subsidiaries of multinational corporations, and corporate entrepreneurship. Recent work focuses on intrapreneurship, innovation in turbulent times, and gender perspectives on corporate culture and innovation. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory from studying multinational corporation structures to contemporary issues of corporate entrepreneurship and innovation management. Zander's publications reveal strong engagement with top-tier journals including Journal of International Business Studies, Journal of World Business, and Research Policy. His recent work shows increasing focus on practical applications of entrepreneurship theory, particularly through the Intraprenörskapskompassen reports that bridge academic research with practical business applications. Member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences Zander has served as an expert evaluator for the Swedish Research Council, the Knowledge Foundation, the European Science Foundation, and Lars Erik Lundbergs Stiftelse för forskning och utbildning. His industry engagement includes co-founding Latvian Limousine Services and serving on the board of directors at Kumlins Holding AB, a rapidly expanding painting services firm. His work bridges academic research with practical business applications through various industry collaborations and reports. He leads research initiatives through the Intraprenörskapskompassen series and collaborates extensively with researchers like Katarina Blomkvist and Philip Kappen on corporate entrepreneurship topics. His work connects academic theory with practical business applications, particularly through annual reports that track intrapreneurship trends in Sweden.

• International Human Resource Management
• Comparative Human Resource Management
• Global Mobility
• +3 more

Professor Chris Brewster is Professor of International Human Resource Management at Henley Business School, University of Reading, UK. With extensive practical experience spanning construction, air transport, journalism, and management consulting, he brings real-world insights to his academic work. His doctorate from the London School of Economics formed the foundation for his distinguished academic career. Professor Brewster's research focuses on international and comparative human resource management, with particular expertise in global mobility, expatriate management, and workforce migration. His work examines how multinational enterprises navigate HRM differences across national contexts and advocates for a less elitist approach to human resource management that extends beyond traditional corporate settings. His extensive publication record demonstrates significant contributions to understanding international HRM practices across diverse institutional contexts. Professor Brewster's recent work increasingly addresses contemporary challenges including refugee employment, the impact of colonial history on expatriate adjustment, and sustainable development goals in HRM. Georges Petitpas Memorial Award (2002) by the World Federation of Personnel Management Associations for outstanding contribution to international human resource management Honorary Doctorate from the University of Vaasa, Finland Professor Brewster actively collaborates with an international network of scholars and continues to provide consultancy to private sector, government, and third sector organizations. His work bridges academic rigor with practical relevance, making significant contributions to both scholarly discourse and real-world HR practices. His research often involves comparative methodologies examining HR practices across different institutional contexts, revealing both convergent and divergent patterns. Professor Brewster's work on self-initiated expatriates has been particularly influential in expanding the understanding of international careers beyond traditional corporate assignments.