John Guo

John Guo is a Professor of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics at the College of Business, James Madison University (JMU). He has held the position of Assistant Professor at JMU since 2010 and was promoted to his current rank. His primary affiliations include the Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics within JMU's College of Business.

Dr. Guo holds a Ph.D. in Business Information Systems from Mississippi State University, an M.S. in Operations & Management Information Systems from Northern Illinois University, and a B.B.A. in International Marketing from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies.

His research focuses on cybersecurity, cross-cultural IT management, IT innovation, and pedagogical research in technology education. Specific interests include social media ethics, cultural impacts on technology adoption, and the design of effective IT governance frameworks. His work often bridges theoretical models with real-world applications in global business contexts.

Dr. Guo’s recent publications (2023–2015) highlight trends in misinformation detection on video platforms, cross-cultural use of social media, and big data ROI analysis. These contributions underscore his expertise in both technical and socio-cultural dimensions of information systems.

• Awards:
  • Discovery Research Award (1st Place), 2021
  • Russell Ching Best Paper Award (DSI Asia-Pacific), 2016
  • Multiple best paper awards at international conferences

He has received significant institutional recognition, including the Madison Research Fellowship and multiple teaching/research awards. His advising record is not explicitly listed, but his extensive publication history suggests active involvement in graduate research supervision. Dr. Guo’s work aligns with JMU’s mission in innovative business education and applied research.