Willem Schramade

Willem Schramade is a part-time Assistant Professor of Corporate Finance at ESE, Erasmus University, and a Visiting Fellow at the Rotterdam School of Management, Department of Finance. He is also an equity analyst at Robeco, specializing in Materials companies. His academic work bridges finance and sustainability, with a focus on valuation and equity analysis methods.

• Institution: Erasmus University
• School: Rotterdam School of Management
• Department: Department of Finance
• Position: Part-time Assistant Professor

Willem Schramade earned his MSc from Tilburg University and his PhD from Erasmus University. His research interests are centered on corporate finance, particularly valuation techniques, equity analysis, and the integration of sustainability into financial decision-making. He is deeply engaged in advancing stakeholder governance, sustainable investment frameworks, and responsible management education.

His recent publications (2024–2025) explore critical themes such as shareholder versus stakeholder governance, appropriate discount rates for sustainability, human rights investing, and decision rules for corporate investment. These works consistently emphasize the need to evolve traditional finance paradigms to address environmental and social externalities, aligning financial practices with long-term societal value.

Willem Schramade has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text.

He collaborates extensively with Dirk Schoenmaker on topics related to sustainable finance and responsible management. While no formal advisees are listed, his work in finance education suggests a commitment to mentoring future professionals. There is no mention of specific grants or funding sources in the provided information.

Willem is actively involved in public engagement, with media appearances and contributions discussing the transformation of finance to incorporate sustainability. His work has been covered by Schroders and other outlets, reflecting its relevance to both academic and industry audiences.