جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christos Livasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Advertising
• Digital Marketing
• Social Marketing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christos Livas is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Department of Business Administration, University of Piraeus. He holds an MBA in Marketing from Cardiff Business School, a PhD in Advertising, and additional qualifications in taxation. His career includes roles as an Assistant Professor at the University of Patras and academic positions at the Hellenic Open University. His research focuses on advertising, digital marketing, tourism, and higher education, with over 20 peer-reviewed publications since 2007. He has contributed to European projects, consulted for businesses, and engaged in public policy roles. His research spans topics like consumer behavior in online communities, entrepreneurial innovation in women-led firms, and tourism management during crises. Notable awards include the Sir Julian Hodge Prize for academic excellence in Marketing Management. Recent work includes analyzing bias in online reviews, strategic island tourism, and the impact of teaching formats on student performance. He actively participates in international conferences and co-edits book chapters on digitalization and sustainable development. He teaches courses in new digital media, consumer behavior, and green marketing. His professional experience includes roles in the Ministry of Finance and business consultancy, reflecting a blend of academic and industry expertise.

Irini Rigopoulouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marketing
• Brand Management
• Consumer Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Irini Rigopoulou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of the Aegean. She also holds a faculty position at Athens University of Economics and Business, focusing on marketing theory and practice. Her research spans marketing, brand management, and consumer behavior, with particular emphasis on destination branding, technology acceptance models, and service quality. She teaches courses in Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Building, and Service/Product Design. Email: irigop@aegean.gr Office: Old 1st Gymnasio Building, office Α.1.x.x. Postal Address: Konstantinoupoleos 2, Ermoupolis, Syros, TK 84100 Her academic work explores trends in consumer-employee dynamics, virtual retail environments, and strategic brand elements. She has published in areas such as tourism experiences, employer branding, and sensory marketing.

Paul Harriganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Marketing
• Social Media Marketing
• Customer Engagement
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Paul Harrigan is a Professor of Marketing and Deputy Dean at the UWA Business School, The University of Western Australia. He has been at UWA since 2012 and also holds an adjunct position at IESEG School of Management since 2011. Previously, he was at The University of Southampton from 2008-2012. His current leadership roles include Deputy Dean of the Business School, former Head of the Marketing department (2019-20), and Deputy Head (2023-25). Education: PhD in Marketing, Ulster University (2005-2008) MSc in Marketing & Entrepreneurship, Ulster University (2004-2005) BSc in Management with French, Queen's University Belfast (2001-2004) Professor Harrigan's research expertise centers on digital marketing, with a specific focus on harnessing big data to understand social media engagement and its impacts. His work spans multiple critical areas including branding, misinformation, political polarisation, and influencer marketing. He has published over 60 international journal articles and books, and presented at more than 50 international conferences. His research has significant implications for understanding how social media shapes consumer behavior, political views, and brand relationships in the digital age. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary digital challenges, particularly examining misinformation spread and political polarisation on social media platforms, influencer marketing effectiveness, and the application of emerging technologies like VR in marketing contexts. The research shows an interdisciplinary approach combining marketing theory with insights from information systems, political science, and consumer psychology. Scientific Awards: UWA Student Guild's Student Choice Award (2018) Best paper award from Australia and New Zealand Marketing Academy (ANZMAC) conference digital marketing track (2014) Highly commended paper award from the Journal of Business and Enterprise Development (2010) As an academic leader, Professor Harrigan serves as incoming Editor in Chief of the Australasian Marketing Journal (2026-) and previously served as Vice President of the Australia and New Zealand Marketing Academy (ANZMAC) from 2019-24. He chaired the ANZMAC conference in Perth in 2022 with 608 international attendees. His current research includes two major active grants: 'Truth on social. Implementing interventions to combat misinformation' (2025) and 'Beyond Unrealistic Standards: Regulating Social Media Ads for Body Image' (2025-2027), demonstrating his continued leadership in addressing pressing social issues related to digital marketing.

• Destination Marketing
• Tourist Behavior
• Sustainable Destination Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Dolores ALVAREZ is a Professor at Boğaziçi University’s School of Business, Department of Business Administration. Her career spans roles in destination marketing, sustainable tourism development, and tourist behavior research. Undergraduate: Law and Business Administration, Universidad de Deusto (1989) Masters: European Union Law, Université Libre de Bruxelles (1990) Masters: Business Administration, Cornell University (1993) Ph.D.: Marketing, Boğaziçi University (2003) Her research focuses on destination branding, sustainable tourism, and animosity’s impact on travel decisions, particularly in conflict-affected regions. She has led projects funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, UNDP, UNESCO, and Boğaziçi University’s BAP. Recent publications analyze political conflicts’ influence on destination image, gastronomy’s role in brand identity, and stakeholder involvement in sustainable tourism. Keywords include tourism marketing, political science, and cultural heritage. Award for Excellence in Research (2018), Boğaziçi University Foundation Award for Excellence in Teaching (2008, 2015), Boğaziçi University Foundation She has coordinated research teams for tourism development projects in Turkey, Eastern Anatolia, and the Thrace region, emphasizing sustainable practices and cultural preservation.

Xingjie Weiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Business Analytics
• Unstructured Data Mining
• Social Computing
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xingjie Wei is an Associate Professor in Business Analytics and Machine Learning at the Centre for Decision Research (CDR), Leeds University Business School, University of Leeds. Her research bridges data science and business management, focusing on understanding human behavior through unstructured data such as images, text, and digital footprints using machine learning and big data analytics. She leads and advises on multiple funded research initiatives and supervises PhD students in related areas. PhD in Computer Science, University of Warwick Research Associate, Psychometrics Centre, Cambridge Judge Business School, University of Cambridge Lecturer, University of Bath Visiting Researcher, National Lab of Pattern Recognition (NLPR), Chinese Academy of Sciences Her research interests include business analytics, unstructured data mining, social computing, human trait analysis, multimodal data, financial risk analytics, and initial coin offerings. She develops algorithms to extract psychological and behavioral insights from digital footprints, with applications in policy, finance, and public services. Her work emphasizes human-centered decision-making and service optimization. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in using machine learning to analyze human traits from visual and textual data, with applications in finance, marketing, and behavioral science. Topics include CEO image analysis, emotion from EEG, facial similarity in films, and tabular data visualization. Her work spans computer vision, affective computing, and behavioral finance, demonstrating interdisciplinary depth. Winner of the 2014 IGI Global's Excellence in Research Journal Award Published in Journal of Corporate Finance , IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing , Annals of Operations Research , and International Marketing Review Active editorial roles in Sensors and Discover Analytics Xingjie Wei has secured and led multiple research grants, including ESRC, Innovate UK, and LUBS Challenge Fund projects. She supervises PhD students and hosts postdoctoral researchers. Her collaborative work includes partnerships with SR Mailing, Katchr, KAIST, and interdisciplinary teams across Leeds. She actively mentors early-career researchers and contributes to academic service through reviewing, conference organization, and public engagement. She is involved in the Centre for Decision Research and leads projects on digital footprints for policy, climate change impacts, and AI-driven decision support. Her team includes current PhD students and research associates working on topics like credit risk, problem gambling, and life quality measurement. She promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge transfer between academia and industry.

• Tourism Economics
• Income Distribution
• Globalization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paolo Figini is a part-time Associate Professor of Economic Policy at the Department of Economics, University of Bologna (since 2000), and a Professor of Tourism Economics at CETT-UB, Barcelona (since 2024). He holds a PhD in Economics from Trinity College Dublin (1999). His research focuses on Tourism Economics, Income Distribution, and Globalization impacts. He has led numerous international projects, including LIBECCIO (Interreg Euro MED) and SOCLIMPACT (Horizon 2020). Affiliations: University of Bologna (since 2000), CETT-UB (since 2024) Research: Tourism sustainability, climate change impacts, economic policy Education: PhD in Economics (Trinity College Dublin, 1999); Laurea in Economics (University of Pavia, 1994). Research interests span Tourism Macroeconomics, socio-economic impacts of tourism, and globalization's effects on inequality. His work integrates quantitative methods (e.g., STATA) and big data analytics for destination management. He has supervised over 100 theses and 4 PhD students, and serves on editorial boards of journals like Annals of Tourism Research Empirical Insights and Journal of Sustainable Tourism . Awards include national qualifications as Full Professor in Applied Economics (2023) and Economic Policy (2013).

• Computer Modeling in Economics
• Decision Support Systems
• Fuzzy Logic
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Oleksandr Dorokhov holds the position of Visiting Professor at the University of Tartu, Faculty of Social Sciences, School of Economics and Business Administration. He has an extensive academic career, including roles as Professor at Kharkiv National University of Economics (2007–2022) and earlier positions as Lecturer and Associate Professor at Kharkiv National Automobile and Highway University. His research focuses on decision support systems, computer modeling in economics, and fuzzy logic. Education includes a Doctor's Degree in Economics (2006) from Kharkiv National Automobile and Highway University and a Master's in Radiophysics and Electronics from Kharkiv National University (1985). He has contributed to projects like 'Evaluation of Future Fit Technological Niches' (2024–2027) and 'Ethical Organisational Culture Analysis' (2022–2025). Research interests span consumer behavior modeling, market dynamics, and computational economics. Key publications include studies on age-friendly HR practices, fitness gadget preferences, and geoinformation platforms for tourism. He has supervised at least one Master's thesis on modeling advertising activities using AnyLogic. Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants include funding from Estonian Education and Youth Board and the Estonian Research Council. Labs/Teams: Involved in interdisciplinary research teams focusing on marketing, economics, and digital innovation at Tartu University and Kharkiv institutions.

• Health Economics
• Inequality
• Education Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Angelica Guzzon is a Post-doctoral Researcher at the Department of Economics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where she also completed her PhD in Economics (2020-2025) under supervisors Mammi Irene and Zantomio Francesca. Her work focuses on health economics with applications in dementia care, health literacy, and tourism policy. Education: PhD in Economics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice (2020-2025) Master Degree in International Economics, University of Padova (2016-2018) Bachelor Degree in Economics and Management, University of Padova (2013-2016) Advanced Methods for Impact Evaluation, IRVAPP (January 2023) Applied Health Econometrics and Health Policy, University of Bergamo (July 2022) Spatial Health Econometrics, VERA Center (July 2022) Summer Institute on Ageing, Venice International University (June 2018-2019) Her research examines economic disparities in healthcare access, particularly regarding dementia interventions and health literacy determinants. She investigates how education influences health outcomes using longitudinal ageing data, while also analyzing tourism economics through destination branding frameworks for Italian coastal regions. Methodologically, she specializes in health econometrics and cost-effectiveness analysis. Publications from 2021-2024 reveal dual research trajectories: health economics (60% of output) focusing on dementia care systems and health literacy, and tourism economics (40%) analyzing seaside destination branding. Her health studies predominantly use systematic reviews and longitudinal datasets like the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing, while tourism work employs spatial analysis and online reputation metrics.

Daniel Funkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sport Marketing
• Sport Management
• Sport Tourism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Daniel Funk is a Professor and Ed Rosen Senior Research Fellow at the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM) at Temple University. His research spans sport marketing, sport management, and sport tourism, with a focus on consumer experiences, customer acquisition, retention, and expenditure. His work is highly applied, often funded by industry partners to assess the economic, media, and community impacts of sport and cultural events. Research Interests: Dr. Funk’s scholarship centers on understanding sport consumer behavior, including team identification, fan engagement, sponsorship effectiveness, and the economic impacts of events. His interdisciplinary research bridges marketing, psychology, and tourism, offering actionable insights for sport organizations and event planners. Publication Trends: His recent publications reflect a strong trajectory in consumer behavior within sport contexts, with increasing attention to digital engagement, eSports, and event legacy. The integration of meta-analytic and longitudinal methods highlights methodological rigor and theoretical advancement in the field. Research Fellow, Sport Marketing Association Research Fellow, North American Society for Sport Management Research Fellow, National Academy of Kinesiology Research Fellow, Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand Advising and Grants: Dr. Funk has mentored PhD students for over two decades and currently advises the Temple Esports Club. His research has been supported by industry-funded grants aimed at evaluating the impact of major sport and cultural events. He actively collaborates with academic and industry stakeholders to translate research into practice. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with research centers at STHM, including the Sport Industry Research Center and the Athletic Innovation, Research, and Education Lab, where he contributes to interdisciplinary projects focused on innovation and impact in sport and hospitality.

• Hotel Management
• Tourism Management
• Tourism Economy

Fatih Akyol is a Lecturer at Ahi Evran University's Vocational School of Social Sciences, Department of Tourism and Hotel Management. He has held this position since 2008 and is also the current Erasmus Coordinator at the university. Bachelor's Degree in Tourism Management, Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Business Administration (1997-2002) Master's Degree in Tourism Management, Nevşehir University, Institute of Social Sciences (2009-2013) PhD in Tourism Management, Nevşehir University, Institute of Social Sciences (2013-2018) Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Anadolu University, Open Education Faculty (2020-2025) His research focuses on hospitality and tourism management, with specific emphasis on organizational justice, destination personality, and sustainable tourism practices. Recent publications analyze tip distribution systems in hospitality and the psychological impact of destination branding. His work spans empirical studies, comparative analyses, and conference proceedings. Administrative roles include Erasmus Coordinator (2023-present) and long-term membership in quality and educational committees. Collaborations with academics like Fatih Pektaş and Zeynep Aslan highlight his interdisciplinary approach.

Viktória Gerdesicsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Communication Psychology
• Place Marketing
• Brand Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Viktória Gerdesics is an Assistant Professor and Head of International Accreditation at the Faculty of Economics, University of Pécs . With 20 years of professional experience, she transitioned from roles in private-sector companies to academia, focusing on education, research, and institutional management since 2011. Her expertise spans communication psychology, place marketing, brand management, and international business , taught in Hungarian and English. Education: BA in Tourism & Hotel Management (Budapest College of Economics, 2007), MA in Marketing (University of Pécs, 2011), PhD in Regional Policy and Economics (University of Pécs, 2017). Certifications: Qualified Mentor (2015), Certified Business Coach (2021), Quality Assurance Specialist (2024). Her research emphasizes market dynamics in tourism , including the impact of virtual reality on destination perception, pandemic-era travel behavior, and sports tourism. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches blending marketing psychology with regional economic strategies. Key trends in her articles include: Analysis of senior traveler patterns during public health crises. Integration of VR technology in shaping place identity. Cultural and regional specificity in Hungarian sports tourism. Scientific awards : Executive Fellow awardee. A dedicated academic, she has actively driven the Faculty’s internationalization efforts since 2018, contributing to its global accreditation standards.

Nalan Işııkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tourism Management
• Neurogastronomy
• International Trade
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nalan Işıık is an Associate Professor at Gaziantep University , Faculty of Tourism , where she has served since 2019. She previously held roles as Assistant Professor and Lecturer at Gaziantep University and Yuzuncuyil University, with a career spanning over two decades in academia and the banking sector. Doctorate in Economics from Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2013) Master’s and Licence in International Relations from Gazi University Research interests include Tourism Management , Neurogastronomy , International Trade , and Sustainable Development . Her work often intersects Environmental Policy , Gastronomy Tourism , and Migration Studies . Her academic output emphasizes panel data analysis in tourism and economic contexts, with notable contributions to climate change impacts and gender equality . She has supervised 15 theses on topics ranging from Neurogastronomy to Refugee Integration in tourism sectors.

Sezer Karasakalمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Tourism Management
• Consumer Behavior
• Destination Marketing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sezer Karasakal is a faculty member at the School of Tourism, Antalya University, where he serves as Deputy Dean. He holds a PhD in Tourism Management from Akdeniz University, an MSc from Erciyes University, and a BA from Erciyes University. His research focuses on tourism management, consumer behavior, destination marketing, and flow experience in travel contexts. PhD, Tourism Management, Akdeniz University MSc, Tourism Management, Erciyes University BA, Tourism Management, Erciyes University Karasakal’s work explores the intersection of tourist experiences, technology applications in travel, and behavioral outcomes. He has published extensively on topics like flow experience, destination attributes, and digital marketing in tourism. His recent studies examine mobile application quality, customer engagement, and the role of destination familiarity in shaping tourist experiences. Analysis of his publications reveals a trend toward understanding digital platforms, hedonic well-being, and cultural elements in tourism. Notable themes include internal marketing, customer loyalty, and the impact of local cuisine on tourist satisfaction.

• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing
• Logistics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yağmur KERSE is currently serving as an Associate Professor at Kafkas University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of International Trade and Logistics. She has been with the university since 2016, progressing from Research Assistant to Doctoral Teaching Staff, and now to Associate Professor since 2024. From 2021-2023, she also served as Vice Dean of the Faculty. PhD in Business Administration from Kafkas University (2016-2019) Master's in Business Administration from Kafkas University (2013-2015) Bachelor's in Business Administration from Kafkas University (2007-2011) Dr. KERSE's research primarily focuses on consumer behavior, marketing, and logistics. Her work examines customer psychology, brand-customer relationships, and service quality across various contexts including restaurants, tourism, and e-commerce. She has published extensively on topics such as customer loyalty, compulsive buying behavior, and the impact of social media on consumer decision-making. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on digital consumer behavior, particularly examining how psychological factors like FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) influence online purchasing decisions. Her research often employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with a growing interest in meta-analytical approaches to consolidate findings in consumer behavior research. Dr. KERSE has supervised at least one Master's thesis on political marketing and social media. Her collaborative research network includes colleagues primarily from Kafkas University, with notable collaborations with Kamile Meriç, Alpaslan Yüce, and Levent Gelibolu. She teaches courses including International Marketing Principles, International Retailing, Logistics Principles, and Marine and Air Transportation at undergraduate level, and International Marketing Management and Logistics Service Marketing at graduate level.

Halil İbrahim Karakanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Tourism
• Tourism Management
• Sustainable Tourism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Halil İbrahim Karakan is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Tourism and Hotel Management Vocational School, Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Services. He has been serving at the university since 2013 and currently holds the position of Head of Department (2024). His academic focus spans tourism management, sustainable tourism practices, and hotel operations. Dr. Karakan completed his education with a Doctorate in Tourism Management from Mersin University (2013-2019), a Master's in Business Administration from Gaziantep University (2010-2012), and an Associate Degree in Law Justice from Anadolu University (2020-2022). His undergraduate studies were in Accommodation Management at Mersin University College of Tourism and Hotel Management. Dr. Karakan's research interests focus on sustainable tourism development, destination management, consumer behavior in tourism contexts, and hospitality operations. His work particularly examines sustainable consumption patterns, diaspora tourism, eco-tourism practices, and the impact of digital technologies on travel behavior. He has made significant contributions to understanding tourism in post-pandemic contexts and the relationship between tourism development and local community perspectives. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward examining sustainability in tourism, with particular attention to environmental behaviors, conscious consumption, and the integration of refugees and immigrants into tourism destinations. His research also explores emerging technologies in tourism, including urban air mobility and digital platforms like TripAdvisor. The geographical focus of his work centers on Turkey, with specific attention to Gaziantep as a case study for many of his investigations. 2016 Professional Associations Science Encouragement Award from the Economic Development and Social Research Association Dr. Karakan has served in various administrative roles including Head of Department (2024), Erasmus Coordinator (2014-2016), and Deputy Head of Department (2014-2016). His teaching portfolio is extensive, covering subjects such as Human Resources Management, Entrepreneurship, Hotel Management, General Business, Organizational Behavior, Front Office Management, Sustainable Tourism, and Workplace Training. He maintains regular consulting hours for students, currently on Tuesdays between 12:30-13:00. His research activities are supported by his participation in numerous academic conferences and his extensive publication record, including book chapters, journal articles, and conference proceedings focused on tourism and hospitality management.