Sam Yam is a Professor and Head of the Management & Organisation Department at the National University of Singapore's (NUS) Business School. He holds the Jardine Cycle & Carriage Professorship and serves as Associate Dean. His research spans strategy, organisational behaviour, applied psychology, ethics, and human-technology interaction. Yam has contributed to over 125 publications, focusing on AI ethics, workplace dynamics, and cross-cultural management. He explores topics like robot replacement effects, abusive supervision, and financial anxiety's intergenerational impacts. His work bridges psychology, ethics, and organisational theory, addressing contemporary challenges in automation, leadership, and human-AI collaboration. Appointments: Head of Management & Organisation (2022–present), Joint Appointment in Arts & Social Sciences (2023–present). Key Research Themes: Future of work, human-technology interaction, ethical leadership, and Machiavellian dynamics. Notable Contributions: Multimodal ADHD diagnostics, leader biases toward robot-using employees, and cultural impacts on team performance. Yam’s interdisciplinary approach integrates psychology, technology, and management, addressing societal issues like AI ethics and workplace automation. His research frequently appears in top journals like the Journal of Management and Annual Review of Organizational Psychology .
David D. Vachon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at McGill University. His research focuses on individual differences in deviance across the lifespan, emphasizing the role of personality in externalizing disorders and the absence of internal controls like empathy and constraint. He explores clinical psychology, social/personality dynamics, and developmental science. Research Interests: His work spans Personality etiology of psychopathy, antisocial personality disorder, and narcissism Deviant behaviors (substance use, aggression, crime) as natural outcomes without internal controls Developmental psychopathology and its intersection with race/criminal status Publications: His articles analyze empathy-aggression relationships, psychopathy prevalence, and DSM-5 critiques, reflecting themes of behavioral prediction and forensic psychology. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grant details listed. His work is supported by collaborative research networks in clinical and developmental psychology.
Professor Cati Connell is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Boston University and former Director of the BU Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin (2010). Her research focuses on LGBTQ+ rights, military inclusion, gender dynamics, and workplace experiences. Key themes include queer identity formation, policy impacts on marginalized communities, and the intersection of labor practices with gender and sexuality. Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin, 2010 Her research interests center on military integration post-DADT repeal, generational solidarities in LGBTQ+ communities, and the evolving meanings of self-identification terms like “lesbian.” She explores how institutions shape queer narratives, analyzing topics such as homonormativity, gendered compromises, and aesthetic labor in retail environments. Her work combines qualitative methodologies with theoretical frameworks like Bourdieu’s sociology of the body. In her recent publications (2015–2024), Connell examines the paradoxes of queer visibility in professional spaces, the tensions between civil rights and institutional policies, and digital platforms’ role in fostering LGBTQ+ solidarity. Her analysis often critiques how equality reforms can inadvertently reinforce exclusionary norms. Scientific awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising and grants: While no specific advisees or grants are listed, Connell’s research trajectory suggests active mentorship in LGBTQ+ studies and sociology. Her work likely involves collaborative projects, though funding details remain undocumented. Labs/teams: Affiliated with Boston University’s Sociology Department and previously led the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program. No specific lab or team affiliations are noted in the texts, but her interdisciplinary focus implies potential collaborations across gender studies, queer theory, and military sociology initiatives.
Steffi Haag is a Professor of Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Institute of Computer Science , Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) . She bridges the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and Faculty of Business Administration and Economics , collaborating with the Center for Entrepreneurship Düsseldorf (CEDUS) to inspire tech startups. Her research focuses on sustainable information systems, digital experiences, and business models. Steffi Haag’s research integrates Shadow IT , Usable Cybersecurity , and Digital Idea Management . Her work emphasizes theoretical , quantitative , qualitative , and mixed-methods research , including experimental and survey methodologies. Steffi Haag’s publications (2018–2024) span Information Systems , Cybersecurity , Digital Twins , and Sustainable Design . Common themes include Shadow IT dynamics , user behavior in security , and innovation management . Hermann Gutmann Award for special scientific achievements (2023) Schöller Fellow (2020) HMD Best Paper Award (2018) Research Award in Data Protection and Data Security (2017) Dissertation Prize (2017) Steffi Haag has secured grants such as the TU Darmstadt Postdoctoral Fellowship for Female Researchers (2016–2018) and Deloitte Foundation Fellowship (2009–2011). She actively moderates conferences and serves as Associate Editor of Business & Information Systems Engineering .
Sveinung Sandberg is a Professor at the Department of Criminology and Sociology of Law, University of Oslo. His research spans marginalization, illegal drug markets, radicalization, and narrative criminology, combining theoretical frameworks from Bourdieu and narrative analysis. Academic Interests: Marginalisation, Legal & Illegal Drugs, Violence, Radicalization, Bourdieusian Criminology, Narrative Criminology, Latin American Studies, Social Movements Education: PhD from University of Bergen Research Focus includes: Street capital theory in criminology Drug market cultural dynamics Narrative approaches to extremism Latin American criminal trajectories Recent Publications examine pandemic-related crime shifts, gendered drug use patterns, and narrative mechanisms in criminal justice. His 2021-2025 projects Radicalization and Resistance and Crime in Latin America (CRIMLA) involve cross-country life-story analyses. Scientific Awards: Fridtjof Nansen's Award for Young Researchers (2011) The Meltzer Prize for Young Researchers (2010) Editorial Roles include board memberships at Theoretical Criminology , Deviant Behavior , and International Criminal Justice Review . He has conducted fieldwork in Mexico and held visiting positions at institutions including CIDE (Mexico City) and European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (Lisbon).
Professor Victor Callan AM is Professor of Leadership and Organisational Change at the University of Queensland Business School within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. With over 300 publications to his name, including 179 journal articles, 60 conference publications, and 17 books, he is one of Australia's most recognized researchers in organizational change, leadership performance, and employee training. His influential work has shaped public policy in workforce development, vocational education, and organizational change management. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Arts, University of New South Wales Doctor of Philosophy, Australian National University Professor Callan's research focuses on two primary areas: organizational change and leadership, with special interest in employees' and leaders' experiences with large-scale change; and employee skills, capabilities and training, examining effective responses to skills development and shortages. His work explores adaptation levels, personal capabilities, communication dynamics, and team processes during organizational transitions. He has pioneered research on maverickism in organizations, investigating how positively deviant change agents drive radical organizational transformations. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward gender equality research, Indigenous knowledge integration, and maverick leadership. These works span multiple disciplines including organizational behavior, human resource management, vocational education, and leadership studies. His research on workplace gender inequality employs wicked problems frameworks, while his work on Indigenous knowledge holders emphasizes co-creation and positioning as expert researchers. Major Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia Fellow of the Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Member (AM) of the Order of Australia for significant service to higher education University's Award for Excellence in Higher Degree Research Supervision Two UQ Excellence in Leadership Awards Professor Callan has supervised numerous PhD students across diverse topics including leadership ascension, maverickism, CEO appointments, and organizational change. He has secured substantial research funding, including his 14th Australian Research Council project in 2025 focusing on Indigenous women environmental rangers. His advisory work spans over 100 projects for government departments and international organizations across South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania, Indonesia, Bhutan, Brunei, New Zealand, PNG, and South Pacific countries, addressing employee skills, vocational education, industry closures, and workforce development. He actively contributes to executive education for senior managers globally and has developed strong research, consulting, and industry partnerships. His current teaching focuses on MBA programs and the Bachelor of Advanced Business Honours program at UQ.
Ross Haenfler is Professor of Sociology at Grinnell College, teaching courses on Social Movements, Deviance and Social Control, Sociological Theory, Men and Masculinities, and introductory sociology. His work bridges subcultures, music scenes, and social change, with a focus on lifestyle movements. Books: Subcultures: The Basics , Goths, Gamers, and Grrrls , Straight Edge , and The Better World Handbook Research trends show sustained engagement with subcultural theory, lifestyle movements, and intersections of music, gender, and activism. Articles span 2006-2025, covering topics from hardcore punk to digital subcultures and aging in youth scenes. Ross actively mentors students in qualitative methods, social movements, and youth subcultures. He chairs Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA) and has been featured in documentaries on online misogyny and straight edge culture.
Adelle Forth is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, specializing in psychopathy research. Her work examines cognitive and affective processes underlying psychopathic traits, early manifestations in youth, and societal impacts. She has published extensively on violence risk assessment, forensic evaluation tools, and interpersonal dynamics affected by psychopathy. Research Focus: Her studies explore psychopathy's influence on romantic relationships, empathy deficits, humor styles, and vulnerability perceptions. She also validates cross-cultural diagnostic tools like the Spanish PCL:YV and investigates cyber-related deviant behaviors linked to dark personality traits. Professional Service: Dr. Forth serves on editorial boards and has supervised numerous graduate theses. She no longer accepts new students.
Tara Reich is an Associate Professor in Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management at King's Business School, King's College London. She previously held positions at the London School of Economics (2011-2018) and the University of Surrey (2018-2019). Her research focuses on workplace relationships, particularly the psychological impacts of workplace mistreatment and observer reactions to such behaviors. She teaches core modules on the Human Resource Management & Organizational Analysis MSc and an elective on the Business Management BSc. Education: PhD in Organizational Behaviour, University of Manitoba, Canada (2011) Research Interests: Workplace mistreatment mechanisms and consequences Observer perspectives on workplace deviance Employee well-being and psychological safety Work-family interface dynamics Publications Trends: Her work consistently examines how workplace aggression, incivility, and harassment affect observers and targets, with notable contributions to understanding observer reactions to counterproductive work behavior. Recent studies explore ethical leadership's role in shaping moral identity and workplace ostracism dynamics. Advising & Grants: Currently accepting PhD students in organizational behavior and HRM. Active in securing research grants focused on workplace mistreatment and organizational psychology.
Bryan Lilly is a Professor of Marketing at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh , where he has been affiliated with the College of Business since 1991. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Indiana University (1997), an MBA from Northwestern University (1991), and a BS from The Ohio State University (1985). Education : Ph.D. (Indiana University, 1997), MBA (Northwestern University, 1991), BS (The Ohio State University, 1985) Dr. Lilly's research spans Marketing Education, Sales Pedagogy, Consumer Behavior, and Environmental Advertising . He has pioneered collaborative data collection models for regional workforce development and examined counterproductive work behaviors in sales. His 2024 article on student-teacher behavioral dynamics and 2023 work on patient satisfaction in healthcare marketing highlight his interdisciplinary focus. His recent publications (2016-2024) emphasize pedagogical innovation , sales ethics , and consumer psychology , with keywords spanning education, healthcare, and environmental marketing. Articles frequently address behavioral motivations, word-of-mouth dynamics, and experiential learning. Scientific Awards : College of Business Outstanding Faculty of the Year (2018) Dr. Lilly has served as a thesis advisor for UW Honors students, advised marketing clubs, and participated in university governance through committees like the COB Graduate Programs Committee and UWO Faculty Senate Budget Committee. He also contributes to community initiatives like the Neenah youth support group Brigade and Oshkosh Propel.
Marcus Rogers is Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty at Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University, where he directs the Cyber Forensics Lab. He holds dual fellowships with the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) and the Center for Education and Research in Information Assurance and Security (CERIAS). Previously, he served as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Digital Forensics Security & Law and Secretary of AAFS. Education includes: PhD in Forensic Psychology, University of Manitoba (2001) MA in Personality Psychology, University of Manitoba (1995) BA in Psychology/Criminology, University of Manitoba (1986) His research integrates behavioral science with digital forensics, focusing on: Psychological profiling of cybercriminals and online offenders Advanced cyber forensic methodologies including mobile/GPU forensics Predictive modeling of cyber threats and adversarial behavior IT insider threats and cyber terrorism dynamics This interdisciplinary approach advances evidence analytics and digital crime scene interpretation. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on cybercrime psychology, forensic methodologies, and digital evidence innovation, with recent work emphasizing behavioral analytics, adversarial modeling, and advanced data recovery techniques. Major scientific honors include: Paul H. Chapman Medal for justice innovation (2009) AAFS Digital Sciences Research/Case Study Awards (2012, 2013) Fellow distinctions from AAFS and CERIAS University Faculty Scholar (2008) He leads the Cyber Forensics Lab, developing novel investigative tools like SMIRK (SMS forensics) and TracHac (cell phone analysis). Secured multiple grants for digital evidence research from federal and industry partners. Extensive professional engagements include chairing NIST OSAC committees and FBI InfraGard membership.
Dr Rebecca Mardon is a Reader (Associate Professor) in Marketing at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University. Her research explores consumption through a sociocultural lens, focusing on how digital technologies shape consumption practices and influence consumers' identities, relationships, and well-being. She serves as Director of the Business Studies PhD Programme and is a member of Cardiff Business School's Shadow Management Board. Dr Mardon holds a Postgraduate Certificate in University Teaching & Learning from Cardiff University (2019), a PhD in Marketing from the University of Southampton (2015), and a BA (First Class Hons) in Advertising and Marketing Communications from Bournemouth University (2011). Her primary research interests include materiality and digital materiality, ownership and sharing practices, online consumer collectives, social media influencers, fandom and anti-fandom, and marketplace conflict. Her work examines how digital technologies impact experiences of ownership, how influencers navigate complex relationships with followers, how 'deviant' consumption communities thrive despite external vilification, and why seemingly irrational conflicts persist within online consumer collectives. Dr Mardon's publications reveal a strong focus on the intersection of digital technologies and consumer behavior, particularly examining influencer marketing, parasocial relationships, digital possessions, and community dynamics. Her recent work shows increasing attention to negative relationship dynamics in influencer-follower interactions and the complexities of digital ownership in sharing economies. Sidney Levy Award Honourable Mention, 2024 Editor's Choice, Journal of Consumer Research, 2023 Research Award, Academy of Marketing, 2017 Best Paper Award, Consumer Culture Theory Conference, 2016 Editor's Choice, Journal of Marketing Management, 2016 Best Paper Award, Consumer Culture Theory Conference, 2013 Dr Mardon is an Associate Editor at the Journal of Marketing Management and the Journal of Business Research, and a member of the ESRC Peer Review College. She supervises PhD students exploring sociocultural aspects of consumer culture using qualitative research methods, with current students Wahura Kabutha and Zoe Feng. Her past supervisees include Bader Alkaffary (completed 2022) and James Davies (completed 2021). She teaches digital marketing at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including BS3012 Digital Marketing (Module Leader), BST240 Digital Marketing, BST356 Digital Marketing, and BST212 Conducting Research in Marketing & Strategy. Her teaching blends the latest research-based insights with current industry best practice.
Theo Kindynis is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the Department of Sociology and Criminology, City St George's, University of London, where he joined in March 2024. Previously, he taught at Goldsmiths, University of London, and the University of Roehampton. His academic affiliations reflect a strong commitment to critical, ethnographic, and spatially informed criminological inquiry. PhD in Criminology, University of Greenwich, United Kingdom MPhil in Criminological Research, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom BA Hons in Sociology, University of Kent, United Kingdom Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, Higher Education Academy, United Kingdom Theo Kindynis’s research centers on the intersections of urban space, lawbreaking, and social control. He is a leading expert on deviant subcultures, particularly graffiti writing and urban exploration, having conducted long-term ethnographic fieldwork in London. His work bridges empirical investigation with theoretical innovation, most notably through co-pioneering the concept of "ghost criminology" —a framework that examines the haunting aftereffects of crime, violence, and punishment. His methodological contributions include publishing legal, ethical, and practical guidance for criminological ethnographers researching criminalized groups, especially in digital and high-surveillance environments. His recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with spatial criminology, subcultural practices, and the ethics of ethnographic research. Themes across his work include the policing of urban aesthetics, the affective engineering of consumer spaces, the spectral presence of past violence, and the information security challenges faced by researchers in sensitive fields. His scholarly output combines theoretical rigor with grounded empirical insight, frequently published in top journals such as The British Journal of Criminology and Crime, Media, Culture . Theo Kindynis has contributed to public discourse as an expert commentator on graffiti and urban exploration, appearing in media outlets including the BBC Evening News and The Guardian. His work on information security for ethnographers addresses a critical gap in methodological literature, drawing from journalism, activism, and digital rights advocacy. Co-authored the foundational book Ghost Criminology: The Afterlife of Crime and Punishment (NYU Press, 2022) Pioneered methodological guidance on protecting ethnographic data from state and non-state threats Developed innovative approaches to anonymization and data protection in high-risk research Advocates for ethical rigor in researching criminalized populations As a supervisor, Theo welcomes doctoral proposals on urban space, deviant subcultures, and ethnographic methods. He is actively involved in shaping the future of criminological theory and methodology, particularly in relation to digital surveillance, researcher safety, and the cultural afterlives of crime. Theo Kindynis is affiliated with research teams exploring the intersections of space, crime, and memory. His ongoing projects continue to develop the framework of ghost criminology, while expanding into issues of algorithmic surveillance, border control, and the digital footprints of academic research. His work is increasingly relevant in an era of automated state profiling and data-driven social control.
Christopher Contreras is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he has established himself as a prominent researcher in criminology and spatial analysis of crime. His academic journey includes a PhD from the University of California - Irvine, which provided the foundation for his expertise in quantitative methods and criminological theory. Dr. Contreras's research focuses on the application of criminological theory to ecological studies of social problems, particularly examining antisocial deviant behaviors such as criminal violence, drug abuse, drug trafficking, and suicide mortality. His methodological approach emphasizes spatial techniques that model geographic patterns of crime and population health. His work spans diverse areas including communities and crime, criminological theory, drug abuse, drug markets, and quantitative methods, with particular attention to how physical environments influence criminal behavior. His publication record demonstrates significant contributions to the field, with recent work examining occupational crimes in Macau's casino industry, neighborhood walkability and crime relationships, spatiotemporal dynamics of drug activity and crime rates, and the impact of medical marijuana dispensaries on urban crime patterns. These studies showcase his ability to address complex criminological questions using sophisticated spatial and quantitative methodologies. American Society of Criminology awards Society for the Study of Social Problems awards Western Society of Criminology awards Dr. Contreras's research has received recognition from multiple prestigious criminology organizations, reflecting the significance and impact of his work. His current research agenda appears to be expanding the understanding of how spatial contexts shape criminal behavior and social problems, with particular attention to specialized environments like casino industries and urban neighborhoods. His methodological expertise in spatial analysis provides valuable tools for understanding the geographic dimensions of crime and social issues.
Timothy C. Brown is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at San Diego State University's College of Arts and Letters. He holds a PhD in Sociology from Louisiana State University. His research examines how social, individual, and environmental inequalities influence criminality, victimization, and criminal justice experiences, with a focus on marginalized communities. Key research areas include rural Southern gangs, female law enforcement experiences, and racial disparities in justice systems. Dr. Brown's research explores: Crime impacts on minority groups Contextual inequality's role in violence Community-gang dynamics in rural settings His publications frequently analyze violence patterns, correctional system challenges, and policing environments. He has received awards including the UALR Bright Spot Award and Outstanding Graduate Student Award. Advising includes supervision of 15+ graduate students on topics ranging from bumblebee habitats to prison financial literacy. Grant funding exceeds $120,000 from agencies including FINRA and the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Dr. Brown leads research collaborations on rural gang dynamics and correctional education, serving on editorial boards for Deviant Behavior and American Journal of Criminal Justice .
