معرفی
Stephan Vachon is a Professor at HEC Montréal's Department of Logistics and Operations Management, specializing in supply chain sustainability and operations management. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Western University and degrees in Economics from Université de Montréal. His research focuses on supplier sustainability risk, responsible supply chain practices, and environmental management. He has advised multiple master’s projects addressing sustainable supply chain challenges in industries like retail, hospitality, and mining. Recent publications include studies on supplier risk mitigation, activist-driven industry change, and the role of accounting in social sustainability. Vachon teaches courses on sustainable supply chains, operations management, and project risk management, reflecting his expertise in bridging theoretical research with practical business applications.
Education:
- Ph.D. (Business Administration), Western University
- M.Sc. (Economics), Université de Montréal
- B.Sc. (Economics), Université de Montréal
Research Interests: His work emphasizes sustainability integration into supply chains, with a focus on mitigating environmental and social risks. Key themes include supplier misconduct response strategies, stakeholder engagement in sustainability initiatives, and leveraging accounting frameworks to enhance transparency. Recent projects highlight the impact of activist pressure on industry-wide adoption of sustainable practices.
Teaching:
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Operations and Sustainable Development
- Risk Management in Projects
- Operations Performance Improvement
Advisory Work:
- Supervised projects include cost reduction strategies in procurement, waste management in hospitality, and sustainable mining exploration.
- Guided case studies on sustainable retail displays for L’Oréal and eco-friendly aviation practices.
