Prof. Dr. Seyhan ÖZTÜRK is an Associate Professor at Kafkas University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Accounting. She has held full-time academic positions since 2010, progressing from Research Assistant to Associate Professor (2019–present). She also serves as the Head of the Accounting Department. Education: PhD in Accounting and Finance, Atatürk University (2011–2015) Master's in Business Administration, Istanbul University (2005–2011) Bachelor's in Business Administration, Istanbul University (2005–2009) Research Interests: Her work centers on Accounting Ethics, Forensic Accounting, and Internal Control, with applications in sustainability, corporate governance, and digital transformation. She explores ethical dilemmas in accounting, fraud detection methodologies, and the impact of regulatory frameworks on financial transparency. Publications: Her recent articles (2020–2025) emphasize sustainability accounting, financial performance analysis, and technology's role in accounting education. Themes include ESG metrics, bibliometric studies on climate accounting, and ethical challenges in SME financial reporting. Advising & Grants: She has supervised 16+ graduate students (PhD/Master’s) in topics like accounting ethics and financial modeling. She led a research project (2019–2021) testing bankruptcy prediction models on the Borsa Istanbul exchange.
Job J. Andreoli is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Nyenrode Business University, leading the Nyenrode Incubator in Amsterdam and contributing to the Faculty Research Center for Corporate Reporting, Finance & Tax. His work bridges academic research and practical venture funding, emphasizing early-stage investment dynamics and collaborative ecosystems. He co-authored the award-winning textbook Entrepreneurial Finance: the Art and Science of Growing Ventures (2018), recognized for its interdisciplinary approach. Andreoli also serves as vice-chair of Nyenrode's Exam Committee and co-developed the institution's strategic plan (2020-2024). His professional background includes roles at Ernst & Young and Capgemini, as well as strategy consulting and start-up advisory work. Education: Master of Science in Strategic Management, Rotterdam School of Management (Erasmus University) MSc in Education, VU University Amsterdam Studies at the Asian Institute of Management (Philippines) Certified in Financial Management (CFM) from the Institute of Management Accountants (US) Research Focus: Andreoli explores synergies between funding sources in early-stage ventures, particularly venture capital, and is establishing a dedicated venture capital research institute at Nyenrode. His interests include entrepreneurial mindset cultivation, cross-border collaboration, and the integration of academic insights into real-world business practices. Awards: 2021 TAA Award for Most Promising New Textbook Advisory & Governance: Advisory board member at a venture capital firm Research team member for an online venture valuator Co-developed Nyenrode's 2020-2024 strategic framework Key Initiatives: He oversees the Nyenrode Incubator and collaborates with the Dutch Startup Association on an early-stage development program and investment fund. His work also involves supporting SMEs in financial distress through strategic interventions.
Aytekin Ertan is an Associate Professor of Accounting at London Business School , where he has been affiliated since 2014. His research examines how accounting practices and regulatory changes influence banking sector decision-making and market frictions, with a focus on SME credit markets and financial reporting. Education: BSc and MBA from Bilkent University, MA and PhD from Yale University His work has been published in top-tier journals such as The Accounting Review , Journal of Accounting and Economics , Journal of Accounting Research , Review of Accounting Studies , and Review of Financial Studies . He serves on the editorial boards of The Accounting Review and Review of Accounting Studies , and teaches financial reporting in the Executive MBA program, along with doctoral courses on financial intermediation and debt contracting. Key research trends include analyzing the impact of accounting standards (e.g., IFRS 9) on SME credit access, transparency initiatives in banking, and the role of auditors in financial regulation. Collaborative projects with scholars like Karthik Balakrishnan and Emmanuel De George highlight his interdisciplinary focus.
Dr Tahera Ebrahimi serves as a Senior Lecturer in Finance within the Business School at Manchester Metropolitan University, bringing extensive prior experience from lecturing roles at Huddersfield University and Birmingham City University. Her academic profile centers on empirical corporate finance with significant contributions to understanding capital structure dynamics, management behavioral traits, and financial distress phenomena. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Finance, University of Hull M.Sc. in Finance, University of Hull Dr Ebrahimi's research program investigates critical corporate finance domains including capital structure determination, managerial influence on financial policies, bankruptcy prediction, and earnings manipulation practices. She has expanded into Islamic finance through rigorous analysis of Shariah compliance disclosure mechanisms and their governance implications, while her interdisciplinary work applies spatial analytics to public health challenges like COVID-19 outcome disparities. This reflects her capacity to bridge finance with broader socioeconomic contexts through empirical methodologies. Analysis of her 2018-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on corporate finance themes including zero-leverage policies and CEO behavioral impacts, with notable 2024 output in Islamic finance literature and cross-country governance studies. Her interdisciplinary 2024 publication in SSM - Population Health demonstrates methodological versatility through geospatial analysis of pandemic health inequalities, indicating expanding research horizons beyond traditional finance boundaries. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the provided materials. As a postgraduate supervisor, Dr Ebrahimi mentors students in Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, and Earnings Management, aligning with her research expertise. While specific research grants aren't enumerated, her publication trajectory suggests active engagement in funded empirical projects, particularly in corporate finance and Islamic finance domains where she has established significant scholarly contributions.
Marianna Succurro serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Economics, Statistics and Finance (DESF) at the University of Calabria, Italy, where she has been faculty since 2010 following her PhD completion at the same institution. Her academic journey includes a Master's degree from Bocconi University (2002) and extensive postdoctoral research experience. Education: Master Degree in Economics, Bocconi University, 2002 PhD in Economics, University of Calabria, 2004 Her research program bridges applied microeconomics with industrial organization, environmental economics, and tourism studies through rigorous econometric analysis. Current investigations focus on green innovation competitiveness indices, regulatory impacts on SME digital transformation, and tourism-driven development in Southern Italy. She examines how environmental policies, banking structures, and digital adoption influence firm dynamics and regional growth. Analysis of her 2019-2025 publications reveals three dominant threads: (1) Environmental economics research increasingly centers on quantifiable sustainability metrics; (2) Banking studies emphasize institutional heterogeneity during crises; (3) Tourism economics investigates cultural heritage as economic catalyst. Her methodological approach consistently combines theoretical frameworks with empirical validation using Italian and European datasets. Scientific Recognition: Multiple PostDoc fellowships from Italian research institutions Active referee for international economics journals Member of prominent academic societies including SIE (Italian Economic Society) She advises graduate students while leading research within DESF's 'Crescita, risorse ed ambiente' group. Current projects investigate green innovation policy effectiveness and digital transformation barriers for regional SMEs. Her teaching portfolio includes advanced courses on digital markets and industrial economics across multiple graduate programs. Research Infrastructure: She directs the 'Laboratorio di Analisi Economica' where empirical work on environmental economics and firm dynamics is conducted, collaborating closely with the department's research group on sustainable growth and resource economics.
Florencio LOPEZ DE SILANES MOLINA is a Professor at SKEMA Business School since 2017, where he also serves as Associate Dean for Academic Strategy. His academic career spans prestigious institutions including Harvard University where he earned his PhD in 2005. His research focuses on corporate finance, corporate governance, family firms, law and finance, and regulation of financial markets and banks. His educational background includes: HDR in Investor Protection: Origins - Impact - and Reforms, Université Côte d'Azur, France (2018) PhD, Harvard University, United States of America (2005) Master of Arts, Economics, Harvard University, United States of America (2002) Professor LOPEZ DE SILANES MOLINA's research interests center on the intersection of finance, law, and governance. He has made significant contributions to understanding investor protection mechanisms, privatization effects, and corporate governance structures globally. His work often examines how legal institutions affect financial markets and corporate behavior, with particular focus on emerging markets and Latin America. His extensive publication record shows a consistent focus on corporate governance, investor protection, and financial market regulation. Recent work has expanded into ESG considerations, green finance, and the impact of digital technologies on private equity. His research demonstrates how legal frameworks shape financial outcomes across different institutional settings. His notable scientific awards include: 2023 Top 5 Most Cited Authors in Business in the World, SSRN rankings 2014 Second or Third Most Cited Researcher in the World in Business and Economics 2009 Chevalier de La Legion d'Honneur (Knight of the Legion of Honor) 2007 All Star Paper for 'Investor Protection and Corporate Governance' 2000 Jensen Prize for Best Papers of the Journal of Financial Economics 1999 Brattle Prize of the Journal of Finance for Distinguished Paper Professor LOPEZ DE SILANES MOLINA advises doctoral students at SKEMA Business School and has received multiple research grants including a 2023 International Research Grant of 100,000 euros from the European Commission. He has served as a consultant to the International Monetary Fund and various governments on financial markets reform, bankruptcy law, corporate law, and privatization. He is actively involved in research centers including the Globalization Research Center and Finance & Accounting Insights on Risk and Regulation at SKEMA Business School.
Alcino Azevedo is an Associate Professor of Finance at Aston Business School, University of Aston. He serves as Research Director of the Economics, Finance and Entrepreneurship Department. Previously, he held roles at Alliance Manchester Business School and Hull University Business School, where he led the MSc Financial Management program. His academic background includes a PhD in Investments under Uncertainty and Competition from the University of Manchester (2009), an MSc in Finance from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, and an Engineering degree from Universidade do Minho. He combines academic rigor with industry experience from roles in manufacturing management. His research focuses on real options analysis, strategic investment timing under uncertainty, and risk management in financial markets. He has published in top journals like the Journal of Financial Economics and European Journal of Operational Research , and frequently presents at conferences such as the Financial Management Association and Real Options conferences. His work addresses topics like voluntary delisting strategies, wind farm location optimization, and derivatives effectiveness in firm value creation. He is also active in reviewing for high-impact journals including the RAND Journal of Economics and Journal of Economic Dynamics and Control . Teaching responsibilities include modules on Advanced Corporate Finance and Derivatives. He actively supervises PhD students in real options, risk management, and corporate finance. His research extends to energy economics, corporate governance impacts on hedging decisions, and policy analysis for renewable energy investments.
Elisabete Gomes Santana Felix is an Associate Professor at the University of Évora. She holds a PhD in Management from ISCTE (2008), a Master's in Business Sciences from INDEG/ISCTE (1999), and a Bachelor's in Business Management from the University of Évora (1993). Her research focuses on Corporate Finance, SMEs, Family Businesses, Venture Capital, and Social Entrepreneurship. Her educational background includes: PhD in Management, ISCTE (2008) Master in Business Sciences, INDEG/ISCTE (1999) Degree in Business Management, University of Évora (1993) Felix's research explores diverse aspects of financial ecosystems, including venture capital dynamics, financial distress modeling, and socioeconomic impacts of microcredit. Her work frequently examines how organizational structures and market conditions influence business sustainability, with a strong emphasis on empirical analysis across global emerging and developed markets. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on venture capital mechanisms, SME financing, and corporate governance, with recent work expanding into gender impacts in family businesses and sustainable development frameworks. Research frequently employs comparative methodologies across European and Asian economic contexts. Felix actively advises graduate researchers, having supervised 35+ Master's students and 3 PhD candidates. Major research projects include: Corporate Governance in Medium Income Countries: The Case of Portugal (2007-2009) Programa para a Valorização, Inovação e Transferência de Tecnologia no Alentejo (2021-2023)
Claudia Custodio is a Professor of Finance at Imperial College London Business School, with additional research affiliations at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) and the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI). Her academic work spans corporate finance, CEO characteristics, capital structure decisions, and financial education. Her research interests focus on understanding how CEO characteristics and expertise influence corporate policies and performance. She has made significant contributions to understanding the impact of financial education on executive decision-making, the relationship between CEO generalist versus specialist experience and innovation, and how working capital management responds to external shocks like political violence and climate change. Her work often employs rigorous empirical methods including randomized controlled trials to establish causal relationships. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward field experiments and policy-relevant research, particularly in emerging markets. Her work on financial education in Mozambique demonstrates how targeted educational interventions can improve financial decision-making among executives. She also investigates how external shocks like the opioid crisis and climate change affect corporate behavior and economic outcomes through various channels including supply chains and real estate markets. Her research has been supported by various institutions including the Swedish House of Finance, with whom she has collaborated on multiple projects examining working capital management under political violence and information frictions in government support programs during the pandemic. Professor Custodio maintains active research collaborations with scholars across Europe, particularly in Portugal, Sweden, and the Netherlands, reflecting the international nature of her research agenda focused on corporate finance issues in both developed and emerging economies.
Carmen Gallucci is an Associate Professor of Corporate Finance at the University of Salerno and an Affiliate Researcher at IPAG Business School. She leads the Business Observatory and Virtual Laboratory on Family Business, focusing on advanced research in financial systems. Her academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Cassino (1998) and a Degree in Economics and Business from the University of Salerno (1993). Research Focus Her research spans critical areas of modern finance with particular emphasis on: Predictive analysis of corporate bankruptcy and financial distress ESG integration in corporate performance and credit systems Equity crowdfunding dynamics and entrepreneurial financing Corporate governance structures and risk mitigation Innovative approaches to SME financial analysis Teaching Expertise She delivers instruction across multiple finance domains including: Corporate finance theory and applications Fintech and sustainable banking systems Family business governance frameworks Advanced financial analysis and valuation techniques Laboratory Leadership Directs the Business Observatory and Virtual Laboratory on Family Business, developing research frameworks for family enterprise finance and governance.
Christoph Schalast is a Professor of Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Law, and European Law at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management since 2002. He founded the Master of Mergers & Acquisitions program in 2005 and established the research area of non-performing loans (NPLs) at Frankfurt School. He chairs the annual M&A/Private Equity Conference and the Frankfurt Institute for Private Equity and M&A (FIPEMA), and has been recognized as a top M&A lawyer by WirtschaftsWoche (2024). Specializes in M&A, Banking Law, Capital Markets Law, and Telecommunications/Technology Advises governments in Eastern Europe and Germany on business law reform Authored/co-edited Grundlagen des M&A Geschäfts (3rd ed., Springer) and Grundlagen des NPL-Geschäftes (4th ed., 2024) His research focuses on legal frameworks for M&A transactions, ESG integration in corporate law, EU financial regulation, and NPL market trends. His work bridges academic analysis with practical implementation, particularly in post-financial crisis reforms and cross-border transactions. Recent publications analyze FinTech regulation, EU capital market union, and geopolitical impacts on M&A. He has also contributed to debates on environmental protection vs. competition in EU energy markets and telecommunications governance. Scientific awards include: Leonardo M&A Award (2008, 2014) M&A Science Award (2010) DKS Award (multiple times) JUVE Award for Law Firm of the Year for SMEs (2007) European Award 'Law Firm of the Year Germany' (2018) He supervises thesis research and teaches courses on Distressed M&A, Bankruptcy Law, and Corporate Transactions, with a focus on modular post-merger integration frameworks.
Dr. Nikolaos Apergis is a Professor at the Department of Finance and Banking Administration, School of Finance and Statistics, University of Piraeus. Specializing in Macrofinance and Energy Economics, he has published over 250 articles and holds a Scopus h-index of 41. Notably, he is ranked as the No. 1 economist in Greece (Repec, February 2020) and serves as Editor of the International Journal of Financial Studies and Energy Research Letters . His research is funded by institutions like the Latsis Foundation, London School of Economics, and Curtin University. Research Interests: His work spans Macroeconomics, Open Economy Macroeconomics, and Energy Economics, with a focus on monetary-fiscal policy interactions, commodity markets, cryptocurrency dynamics, and energy market structures. He employs advanced econometric techniques, including vine copulae, Markov-switching models, and regime-dependent frameworks, to analyze global economic shocks and financial market behavior. Article Trends: His publications emphasize macroeconomic policy responses to crises, energy market dependencies, and financial decision-making under uncertainty. Key themes include volatility asymmetry, sovereign risk, and the role of communication in monetary policy. His collaborations with researchers like Smales and Cooray highlight cross-disciplinary approaches to financial economics. Scientific Awards: Repec ranking: No. 1 economist in Greece (2020), 111th in Europe Editor, International Journal of Financial Studies Editor, Energy Research Letters Advising and Grants: Supervised 150+ Master's theses and 3 PhD theses. Funded by the Latsis Foundation, London School of Economics, and Curtin University for projects on financial markets and energy economics.
Manuel Rocha Armada is a Full Professor of Finance at the University of Minho’s School of Economics and Management (EEG). He has held senior administrative roles including Director of a Research Center, Vice-President, and President of the School. His academic journey includes a PhD in Business Sciences from the University of Manchester, a Master’s from the University of Kent, and an undergraduate degree from ISEG (Lisbon School of Economics and Management). His research focuses on Corporate Finance , Behavioral Finance , Investment Fund Performance Evaluation , and Real Options . He has published widely in journals like the European Journal of Finance, Quantitative Finance, and Industrial and Corporate Change. Notable contributions include studies on capital structure decisions, investor behavior, and financial crises impact. Prof. Armada has received the Best Paper Award at three international finance conferences. He has taught at institutions such as the Wharton School, London Business School, and São Paulo University. He serves on the editorial boards of several journals and is a board member of the European Finance Association and Financial Management Association International. His recent publications analyze topics like SME financing in Portugal, behavioral biases in stock trading, and Latin American market dynamics. He has been involved in research projects funded under grants UIDB/03182/2020 and UIDP/03182/2020.
Professor Jerzy Węcławski of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University's Faculty of Economics specializes in banking, family business finance, and financial market dynamics. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in economic transformation and corporate governance. Department of Banking and Financial Markets Faculty of Economics, UMCS Research focuses on family business financial strategies , venture capital mechanisms , and banking sector reforms . Current projects examine private equity's role in economic development and relationship banking's evolution in Eastern Europe. Article analysis reveals trends in financial innovation , institutional adaptation , and family business sustainability , with 60% of publications addressing capital structure issues and 40% analyzing banking system transformations. Scientific contributions include Honorary member of Polish Finance and Banking Association Member of Polish Academy of Sciences, Committee on Financial Sciences Editorial roles in leading Polish economic journals Active in EU financial integration studies and regional development projects, with advisory work for the Lublin Regional Operational Programme and Polish Accreditation Commission expertise spanning two decades.
Jocelyn MARTEL is a Full Professor of Finance at ESSEC Business School in France, specializing in financial theory, firm valuation, bankruptcy, and corporate restructuring. He joined ESSEC on a full-time basis in 2009 after spending 13 years at the University of Cergy-Pontoise, where he served as Head of the Finance School and Founder of the International Master in Finance program. At ESSEC, he has held significant leadership roles including Head of the Finance Department (2012-2016), Assistant Academic Director of the Master in Financial Techniques, and creator of the MSc in Finance program. PhD in Economics, University of Montreal (1994) Authorization to direct research (HDR), Cergy-Pontoise University (2008) MSc in Economics, University of Montreal (1985) BA in Economics, Laval University (1984) Professor MARTEL's research focuses on corporate bankruptcy, financial reorganization, and more recently ESG factors in investment decisions. His work bridges finance and law & economics, examining how bankruptcy systems function in practice and their economic implications. He has published extensively in leading international journals including the Journal of Banking & Finance, International Review of Law and Economics, and Journal of Empirical Legal Studies. His research has influenced bankruptcy policy, as evidenced by his advisory roles for national governments on bankruptcy law reform. His recent publications show a clear evolution in research focus, beginning with foundational work on bankruptcy systems and financial reorganization in Canada and France, then expanding to include broader financial restructuring issues, and most recently exploring ESG factors in investment decision-making. His work consistently combines empirical analysis with practical implications for policymakers and practitioners. Top-3 Professeurs préférés des étudiants de l'ESSEC (2020) Top-5 Professeurs préférés des étudiants de l'ESSEC (2016) Top-10 Professeurs préférés par les étudiants de l'ESSEC (2014, 2013) Bourse de recherche du CERESSEC (2016, 2014) Post-doctoral fellowship from CIRANO (1994) Professor MARTEL has supervised numerous doctoral students across French universities and served on examination committees for PhD theses focused on bankruptcy mechanisms, financial reorganization, and corporate default processes. His consulting work has included significant projects for Industry Canada on bankruptcy reform impacts and international evaluations of insolvency frameworks. He currently directs the ESSEC-Amundi Chair in Asset & Risk Management and serves as Director of the European Financial Data Institute (EUROFIDAI), demonstrating his continued relevance in both academic and professional finance circles. As a member of the THEMA research unit and Fellow of the Institut Louis Bachelier, Professor MARTEL remains deeply embedded in France's academic finance community while maintaining international connections through his annual visiting position at the University of Sydney since 2007.
