Timothy Nantell

Timothy Nantell is a Professor in the Department of Finance at the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. He has held leadership roles including Acting Dean, Associate Dean of Faculty, Finance Department Chairperson, and Faculty Director of the MBA Program. He also initiated the Carlson Funds Enterprise.

• BA in Mathematics (1967), University of Wisconsin
• MBA in Finance (1971), University of Wisconsin
• PhD in Finance (1971), University of Wisconsin

His research focuses on valuation models, business performance measurement, and applications in corporate finance, security analysis, and investment strategy. He has contributed to empirical studies on systematic risk, mergers, and tax implications in financial decision-making.

Recent publications span decades, emphasizing quantitative finance, corporate combinations, and software development for financial analysis. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in investment and business valuation.

• Dedicated Faculty Member of the Year, 2002
• Dedicated Faculty Member of the Year, 2003
• Outstanding Service Award, 2004

Timothy Nantell has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s students and collaborated on research with scholars like J. McConnell and M. Maher. His expertise extends to security valuation, business opportunity analysis, and financial performance metrics.

He is actively involved in the Carlson Funds Enterprise, integrating research with real-world financial education initiatives.