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Oli Mihalache is a Full Professor of International Entrepreneurship at Vlerick Business School. He holds a Doctorate in Strategy and International Business from Erasmus University Rotterdam, a Master's in Strategic Management from the same institution, and a Bachelor's in Economics and Finance from the University of Toronto. His academic career includes previous roles as Associate Professor at Athabasca University (Canada) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Netherlands), and Assistant Professor positions at Wilfrid Laurier University and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Research Interests: Oli's research focuses on international entrepreneurship, digitalisation, and enterprise families. Key areas include global innovation dynamics, digital platforms in entrepreneurship, and the role of social capital in family-owned businesses. He explores how firms navigate global markets and leverage digital strategies to enhance innovation, while balancing domestic and international priorities.
Teaching & Leadership: At Vlerick, he teaches international entrepreneurship and family enterprises. He emphasizes leadership development and preparing future entrepreneurs to operate in digital and global environments. Oli aims to shape business education by integrating real-world challenges with academic rigor.
Professional Background: Before academia, Oli worked in financial services in Toronto, specializing in global banking compliance. His research often bridges practical business challenges with academic inquiry, including studies on organizational resilience during crises like the pandemic.
