Nicole DeHoratius

Nicole DeHoratius serves as a Professor of Professional Practice in the Faculty of Business at Columbia University, specializing within the Decision, Risk, and Operations Division. Her academic focus bridges theoretical operations frameworks with real-world business applications, particularly in sustainable supply chain systems.

Her research portfolio spans critical contemporary domains:

• Climate-driven operational strategy
• Consumer behavior in retail ecosystems
• Globalization impacts on supply chains
• Social responsibility in business models
• Retail innovation under sustainability constraints

She teaches core courses including Operations Management and Sustainable Operations, while developing influential case studies such as the Hugo Boss supply chain optimization series. Media outlets including Fast Company, Fortune, and Quartz regularly feature her insights on topics ranging from convenience trade-offs to climate innovation initiatives.