Lawrence A. Souza

Dr. Lawrence A. Souza is an Adjunct Professor at multiple universities, including St. Mary's College, Golden Gate University, University of San Francisco, and San José State University. He specializes in Finance and Real Estate, with a focus on Blockchain Technology and Institutional Economics. His professional roles include Senior Investment Economist/Advisor at Pillar6 Advisors and Principal at Johnson Souza Group.

Education:

• DBA in Doctor of Business Administration, Golden Gate University (2014)
• MA in Political Science, San Francisco State (2010)
• MS in Information Systems, University of San Francisco (2003)
• MPA in Master of Public Administration, San Francisco State University (2002)
• MS in Finance, Golden Gate University (1998)
• MA in Applied Economics, San Francisco State University (1995)
• BS in Business Administration, San Francisco State University (1989)
• BA in Economics, San Francisco State University (1988)

Dr. Souza's research explores the intersection of Real Estate Finance, Blockchain Technology, and Cryptocurrency. He has published extensively on Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) in real estate transactions, U.S. Housing Policy, and infrastructure investment trends. His recent work addresses legal frameworks for tokenized assets and post-modern economic development.

His publications highlight innovative applications of Blockchain/Cryptocurrency in Institutional Real Estate Capital Markets and critical analyses of neoliberal economic policies. Articles include topics like smart contracts, digital asset frameworks, and economic forecasting for infrastructure investment.

Dr. Souza has held leadership roles in financial services and real estate advisory, including Managing Director at Index Services and Principal at Johnson Souza Group. He is a licensed Life Insurance Agent and affiliated with professional organizations like CRE, RICS, and CCIM.