Katarzyna Wierzbicka

Katarzyna Wierzbicka is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Economy within the Faculty of Economics and Finance at the University of Bialystok. Her research focuses on corporate governance, innovation, regional development, and international economics. She holds a PhD and is affiliated with the Division of Economic Theory. Her work spans topics including FDI dynamics in Central and Eastern Europe, SME innovativeness, and the role of governance in enterprise value.

Her publications emphasize linkages between governance frameworks and economic outcomes, with recent work analyzing Podlaskie Voivodeship's regional smart specializations and aging populations' labor needs. She has contributed to debates on OECD guidelines for multinational enterprises and the impact of corporate governance on market resilience during financial crises.

Research highlights include studies on Poland's institutional evolution in corporate governance, minority shareholder protection, and the interplay between CSR and competitive advantage. Her work frequently addresses regional disparities and policy implications for innovation ecosystems in CEE countries.