Zachary Steelman

Dr. Zachary Steelman is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Information Systems, Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. His research focuses on organizational IT portfolio management, blockchain technology applications, and the interplay between neurodiversity and IT adoption.

• PhD in Information Systems, University of Arkansas
• Teaching interests in blockchain, ERP, data analytics, and web/mobile development

His research explores how IT infrastructure and policy changes affect individuals and organizations, with a particular emphasis on IT consumerization and blockchain governance. Recent projects include organizing university-wide blockchain hackathons with 200+ student participants and collaborating with corporate partners via the Blockchain Center of Excellence.

Key article themes include trust dynamics in IT, blockchain integration in supply chains, neurodiversity effects on technology engagement, and habit formation in social media use. He serves as Associate Editor for blockchain/Fintech tracks at ICIS conferences.

Professional affiliations: Association for Information Systems (AIS), Blockchain Center of Excellence. Teaching roles include graduate blockchain courses and workshops at University of Arkansas Blockchain Conferences.