Sean Foley is a Professor of Applied Finance at Macquarie University, specializing in Fintech, Cryptocurrencies, Trading, and Market Design. He leads the Decentralized Assets division at the Digital Finance Cooperative Research Centre (DFCRC), bridging academia, industry, and government. His research focuses on blockchain applications like automated market makers, DeFi protocols, and stablecoins. Education: PhD in Finance from the University of Sydney (2014), focusing on 'The Impact of Regulation on Market Quality'. Research Interests: Decentralized finance (DeFi) systems Cryptocurrency market dynamics and regulation Market microstructure and liquidity provision Energy market crises and policy Regulatory frameworks for financial markets Key Projects: Leading the DFCRC's Industrial PhD Scholarships (2021–2031), mentoring students like Arvind Rangarajan and Juuso Artturi Itkonen. Research on Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) suspension and energy policy. Awards: Best Paper Award at the Cryptocurrency Conference (2019) Philip Brown Prize for Best Australian Paper (2021) Exceptional Research Prize (2019) Advising & Grants: Supervised over 10 PhD students through DFCRC scholarships. Secured $181 million for the Digital Finance CRC. Lead applicant in the Gunns Ltd shareholder class action. Labs/Teams: Head of Decentralized Assets at DFCRC, collaborating on policy and technology. Co-researcher on 'Electricity Markets in Crisis' and cryptocurrency illicit use studies.
Dr. Nafis Alam is a Professor and Head of the School of Business at Monash University Malaysia. With over 20 years in higher education, he has held leadership roles at institutions including the Henley Business School Malaysia, University of Reading Malaysia, and Asia Pacific University. His expertise spans FinTech, financial regulation, and Islamic finance, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications and nine co-authored books. He actively engages with global industry and policy, contributing to reports by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF). Awards include the Global Islamic Finance Award's 'Upcoming Personality' (2016) and Monash University's Vice-Chancellor Medal (2016). Education: PhD in Banking and Finance (Monash University), MBA (Multimedia University), and Economics (Patna University). He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) from the University of Nottingham and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Research focuses on FinTech regulation, digital currencies, AI ethics, and Islamic finance innovation. Recent projects include Malaysia's consumer credit framework and blockchain in energy legal systems. Media contributions include commentaries on cryptocurrency, fiscal reforms, and ESG evaluations. Key Supervision Areas: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Technology Adoption Grants/Projects: Active roles in 2023-2026 projects on legal frameworks for blockchain and consumer credit Labs/Teams: Collaborations with global institutions like CCAF and industry partners in Southeast Asia. Advocates for market-driven education programs and adult learning strategies.
Associate Professor Anton Didenko is a leading academic at UNSW Sydney's School of Private & Commercial Law, specializing in FinTech regulation, banking law, and central bank digital currencies (CBDC). He holds law degrees from Russia and the UK, including an MJur and DPhil from the University of Oxford. His research focuses on CBDC design, regulatory sandboxes, open banking frameworks, and cybersecurity in finance. University Affiliation: UNSW Sydney Key Academic Roles: Author of Banking Law in Australia (11th ed, 2024) and lead author of Customer Data Sharing Frameworks (2024) Global Engagement: Adviser to G20, Asian Development Bank, and UN agencies Research Interests: - CBDC policy and design implications - Regulatory frameworks for FinTech innovation - Cybersecurity in financial systems - Transnational commercial law and secured transactions - Open data and customer consent mechanisms Recent Articles: Focus on CBDC adoption in Pacific economies, weaponization of digital currencies in geopolitical conflicts, and comparative analysis of blockchain liabilities. His work bridges legal, technological, and policy dimensions of financial innovation. Awards : Australian Academic of the Year in Digital Finance (2023) Advising & Grants: - No listed advisees - Collaborations include Asian Development Bank-funded Pacific CBDC studies - Co-authored policy reports for UN Capital Development Fund and CPA Australia Labs/Teams: - Editor-in-Chief of the Cape Town Convention Journal - Co-leader of UNSW's FinTech regulation research initiatives
Yanglan Zu serves as a Lecturer in Accounting within the College of Business, Government and Law at Flinders University, bringing expertise from her PhD studies at the University of Technology Sydney. Her academic profile is anchored in interdisciplinary research bridging accounting principles with contemporary business challenges. Her educational foundation includes: PhD in Accounting, University of Technology Sydney Undergraduate Honours degree (institution unspecified) Research interests center on corporate sustainability and innovation , with growing emphasis on data analytics applications in accounting. Her work demonstrates consistent alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through investigations into climate change impacts on corporate behavior and FinTech's labor market effects. Current projects explore the intersection of environmental pressures, digital transformation, and governance structures. Recent publications reveal strong thematic cohesion around sustainable business practices, with notable emphasis on climate-related corporate responses and digital finance implications. The 2024-2025 research grant from AFAANZ supports ongoing work in these priority areas. Award highlights: 2024 EFMA Corporate Finance Best Paper Award for governance research 2024 UTS Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Citation 2024-2025 AFAANZ Research Grant funding As an educator, she coordinates advanced FinTech courses (BUSN8010 and BUSN1023) with a student-centered philosophy emphasizing analytical thinking and practical technology applications. Her teaching methodology actively incorporates digital tools to foster inclusive learning environments, reflecting her research interests in technological disruption.
Associate Professor Benjamin Loos is a finance academic specializing in fintech, behavioral finance, and household finance. He holds positions at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Business School, School of Banking and Finance) as Associate Professor and Program Director for the Master of Financial Technology. He is also a tenured W3 Professor of Digital Finance at Technical University of Munich (TUM School of Management), Director of the Master in Finance and Information Management (FIM), and has held roles at institutions like University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and Mannheim Business School. His research focuses on solutions to individual investor mistakes through financial advice innovations, ETFs, and digital tools. Publications appear in top-tier journals like Management Science , Review of Finance , and Journal of Financial Economics . Awards include the 2021 TUM School of Management Best Teaching Award and the 2017 PhD Thesis Award. Teaching spans behavioral finance, investment strategies, and digital finance across undergraduate and executive education programs. He advises on fintech industry partnerships and directs academic programs integrating technology with finance education.
Denni Arli is an Associate Professor in Marketing and Discipline Lead at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE), University of Tasmania. He has previously held academic positions at the University of Minnesota Duluth, USA, and Griffith University, Australia, demonstrating a strong international academic trajectory. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Marketing within the TSBE, where he contributes significantly to research, teaching, and leadership. His educational qualifications include a PhD in Marketing from the University of New South Wales, a Master of Arts in International Business from St. Mary's University of Minnesota, USA, and a Bachelor of Architecture from Petra Christian University, Indonesia. These diverse academic foundations underpin his multidisciplinary research approach. Denni Arli's research centers on critical social and ethical dimensions of consumer behavior. His principal areas of interest include Social Marketing , Consumer Ethics , Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) , Consumer Religiosity , and Marketing Technology . He investigates how values, beliefs, and societal issues influence marketing practices and consumer decisions, particularly in contexts involving sustainability, health, and digital innovation. His work often adopts a cross-cultural perspective, engaging with collaborators from Australia, the USA, New Zealand, India, and Indonesia. His recent publications (2023–2025) reveal a consistent and impactful research agenda focused on ethical consumerism, digital marketing ethics, sustainability, and the role of religiosity in shaping consumer attitudes. Topics range from cultured meat acceptance and green marketing orientation to eWOM in tourism and privacy concerns in online advertising. These works are published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Business Ethics , European Journal of Marketing , and Marketing Intelligence and Planning , indicating high scholarly impact and thematic coherence. Associate Editor , Marketing Intelligence and Planning (since June 2023) Editorial Review Board Member , Journal of Business Ethics, Springer (since February 2023) Denni Arli is actively involved in research supervision and grant acquisition. He currently supervises doctoral research on sustainable rural markets, cultured meat acceptance, and entrepreneurial intention among youth. He has successfully secured competitive external funding, including an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Grant and grants from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, supporting projects on social marketing interventions in Australia and Indonesia. These projects address pressing societal challenges such as alcohol use, obesity, tourism recovery, and sustainability education. He leads and participates in funded research initiatives, including a consultancy for the Tasmanian Greens on greyhound racing industry transition and a DFAT-funded project to equip Indonesian teachers with sustainability education tools. These engagements highlight his commitment to applying academic research to real-world policy and community outcomes.
Dr. Mirzet Šeho is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia, where he contributes significantly to teaching, research, and academic leadership. With nearly fifteen years of combined industry and academic experience, he has established himself as a leading voice in Islamic finance, fintech, and financial economics. He plays a pivotal role in developing innovative fintech curricula that blend academic rigor with real-world industry insights. PhD in Islamic Finance, International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (2018) Dr. Šeho's research centers on Islamic finance and banking, corporate finance, financial economics, and fintech. His work explores critical issues such as the stability of dual-banking systems, the impact of interest rates on Islamic financial instruments, and the role of finance in energy justice and sustainable development. He actively investigates how diversification strategies influence bank risk and returns, particularly in mixed financial environments. His recent publications, primarily from 2020 to 2024, reflect a strong trend toward empirical and policy-relevant research in Islamic and conventional banking systems. These works frequently appear in high-impact journals such as the Pacific Basin Finance Journal and International Review of Finance , with a methodological emphasis on econometric modeling, including GMM techniques. The interdisciplinary nature of his research is evident in contributions linking finance with energy justice and sustainable development goals. Dr. Šeho has been honored with three major scientific awards: Best Paper Award by the Journal of Muamalat and Islamic Finance Research (2016) Pacific-Basin Finance Journal Best Paper Award (2018) Pacific-Basin Finance Journal Best Paper Award (2019) He is actively involved in academic advising, currently accepting PhD students, and has contributed to research grants and projects through collaborative international research. His academic service includes peer review for journals like Applied Finance Letters and Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions and Money , editorial responsibilities, and participation in major conferences such as the 14th Financial Markets and Corporate Governance Conference 2024, where he served as both speaker and session chair. Dr. Šeho is affiliated with research networks focusing on Islamic finance and fintech, collaborating with scholars from Malaysia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and beyond. His work is disseminated not only in scholarly outlets but also through press and media features, demonstrating his commitment to public engagement and policy impact.
Dr. Norita Mohd Nasir is a Lecturer in Accounting and Deputy Director of Undergraduate Studies at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia. She is actively involved in research, teaching, and academic leadership, with a strong focus on sustainability and financial reporting. Her work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and environmental sustainability. Doctor of Philosophy in Management, Monash University Masters in Accounting & Financial Management, University of Essex Dr. Nasir's research centers on environmental sustainability , education sustainability , and financial reporting , with a unique emphasis on Islamic perspectives in corporate environmentalism. She has published extensively on sustainability in business, Shariah-compliant environmental practices, and sustainable finance. Her work bridges religious ethics with modern corporate responsibility, offering innovative insights into green accounting and ethical leadership. Her recent publications and projects reflect a strong trend toward sustainable finance , anti-corruption initiatives , and tax policy reforms , particularly in the Malaysian context. She explores how theological principles can translate into practical sustainability frameworks and how educational approaches can foster environmental consciousness. Her research is interdisciplinary, combining accounting, theology, public policy, and environmental science. Fellow member of CPA Australia (FCPA) Member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (CA) Active participant in the Women in Business committee of CPA Australia (Malaysia) Dr. Nasir serves as a chief investigator on multiple research projects, including initiatives on sustainable finance, anti-corruption, and taxpayer behavior during the pandemic. She is actively involved in public engagement, editorial work, and academic events. She teaches core financial accounting courses (ACW1120, ACW2120, ACW3120) and is committed to innovative teaching methods that enhance student engagement and job readiness. She is also a mentor and advisor to PhD students, contributing to the next generation of accounting scholars. She is a key contributor to the Monash Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Research Hub and participates in various sustainability-focused networks and training programs. Her work emphasizes collaboration across disciplines and institutions to promote ethical, sustainable, and inclusive business practices.
Professor Jane K Winn is a faculty member at the University of Washington and holds the role of Senior Fellow at the Melbourne Law Masters program. She specializes in comparative and commercial law, focusing on the impact of globalization and innovation on national legal systems. Her academic background includes degrees from Queen Mary College, University of London, and Harvard Law School. Her research has been supported by two Fulbright grants for studies in China and Taiwan. She has held visiting appointments at institutions including the University of California-Berkeley, Peking University, Tsinghua University, and Monash University. In 2024, she taught the course 'Regulation of FinTech' as part of the Melbourne Law Masters program. Professor Winn is affiliated with the American Law Institute and has contributed to legal scholarship through cross-border collaborations. Her work bridges theoretical and applied dimensions of law in a globalized context.
Dr. Ravichandran Subramaniam is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance at Monash University Malaysia and Director of the Master in International Business (MIB) program. He holds a PhD in Finance from University Malaya, an MBA in Accountancy, and professional qualifications as a CPA (Aust). His academic roles include Head of the American Degree Transfer Program and leadership in finance education. Educational Background : PhD in Finance (2011), University Malaya MBA in Accountancy (2002), Malaysia General Certificate in Higher Education (2015), Monash University Association of International Accountants Degree (1999) Research Focus : His work spans Corporate Governance, Behavioral Finance, ESG integration, Auditing, Financial Technology, and Banking Regulation. Key themes include sustainability reporting, anti-corruption frameworks (TRUST Principles), and risk management in emerging markets. Collaborations & Projects : Lead researcher on projects exploring ESG performance, dividend policy, and corporate innovation Contributor to UN Global Compact initiatives on business integrity Co-developed the Malaysia CFO Collective Action Program Professional Engagement : Member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) review panel Facilitator for CEO Roundtables and SDG Innovation Accelerator programs Active in CPA Australia and MUM business technology-ESG dialogues Labs/Teams : Involved in Monash’s Sustainable Finance initiatives and Malaysia School of Business strategic research groups.
Dr Ben Saunders is an Associate Professor at Deakin Law School, Faculty of Business and Law, Deakin University, where he conducts research and teaching in constitutional law, public governance, and law and religion. He is actively engaged in scholarly publication and doctoral supervision. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Queensland Graduate Certificate of Higher Education Learning & Teaching, Deakin University Bachelor of Arts, University of Melbourne Bachelor of Laws, University of Melbourne Ben Saunders' research centers on constitutional law, particularly responsible government, executive power, and the intersection of religion and the Australian Constitution. His work draws on historical, philosophical, and doctrinal methods to analyze the foundations and evolution of public law. He has a strong interest in natural law theory and its implications for modern governance. His recent publications (2022–2024) reflect a sustained focus on the Australian Constitution, especially Section 116 (freedom of religion), the role of responsible government as an underenforced norm, and the historical context of constitutional interpretation. The works span journals such as Federal Law Review , Sydney Law Review , and Oxford Journal of Legal Studies , as well as monographs with Hart Publishing and Lexham Press. Themes include religious freedom, constitutional history, executive accountability, and the moral foundations of law. Scientific Awards: Article/Chapter (General) Award, Australian Legal Research Awards, 2023 Alfred Deakin Postdoctoral Research Fellow, 2018–2019 Deakin University Vice-Chancellor's Early Career Researcher Award for Career Excellence, 2018 Ben Saunders supervises doctoral candidates in areas including international litigation, tort law, fintech regulation, and cultural heritage. He has been involved in research projects with implications for public sector governance and human rights. His professional experience includes legal advisory roles in the Victorian and Commonwealth governments and as Principal Lawyer at the National Disability Insurance Agency, informing his applied research. He is affiliated with research networks and has contributed to public discourse through media appearances on constitutional and human rights issues, including podcasts and articles in ABC Religion & Ethics. His scholarly profile is enhanced by an ORCID identifier (0000-0003-2379-4395) and an SSRN presence.
Suk-Joong Kim is Professor of International Finance and Banking at the Discipline of Finance, University of Sydney Business School. He joined the School in July 2010 and has served in several roles including Head of Discipline of Finance. Prior to his current position, he held several positions at the School of Banking and Finance, University of New South Wales. His academic journey includes a Bachelor of Economics from Macquarie University, a Master of Economics (Honors), and a PhD from the University of Sydney. Professor Kim's research spans multiple critical areas in international finance, with particular expertise in foreign exchange markets, international capital flows and market integration, international banking, and sovereign credit ratings. His work examines how financial markets interconnect globally, the impact of sovereign ratings on capital flows, currency carry trades, and the effects of banking regulations on international lending behavior. His research demonstrates a consistent focus on empirical analysis of market dynamics and regulatory impacts. His extensive publication record shows a clear evolution from early work on Asian-Pacific market integration to more recent studies on fintech, pandemic impacts on financial systems, and the real effects of bank capital regulations. His research has increasingly focused on regulatory frameworks like Basel II/III and their implications for international banking, sovereign risk, and financial stability. The breadth of his work spans theoretical finance, empirical market analysis, and policy-relevant research. Professor Kim currently serves on the editorial boards of three prominent Elsevier journals: Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions & Money; International Review of Financial Analysis; and Research in International Business and Finance. His work has been supported by significant research grants including an Australian Research Council Discovery Project in 2017 on bank capital regulation and multiple projects through the Centre for International Finance and Regulation. He currently supervises PhD students Stephen FAN working on 'Three Essays on Shadow Banking' and Zixiu ZHAO researching 'Covid-19 effect on the financial market.' His academic leadership extends beyond research to shaping financial discourse through editorial roles and collaborative projects examining the intersection of regulation, international finance, and market behavior.
Rui Xue is an Honorary Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Finance at Macquarie University, serving as Deputy Director of the Centre for Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Finance and affiliated with the Smart Green Cities Research Centre. Their research focuses on environmental finance, digital finance, climate finance, and Fintech, with interdisciplinary work on corporate sustainability and low-carbon strategies. Recent projects include investigating cryptocurrency markets and developing climate-resilient digital finance platforms for NSW communities. Xue has contributed to over 40 peer-reviewed publications, with notable work on green credit regulation impacts and global value chain environmental effects. They hold editorial roles at the Academy of Management Annual Meeting and actively collaborate on international research networks. Notable contributions include analyzing firm risk-taking behaviors using machine learning and exploring the intersection of financial innovation with sustainability goals. Their work bridges financial systems with environmental policy, addressing pressing issues like carbon management and sustainable investment practices.
Dr. June Cao is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance at Curtin University, within the Faculty of Business and Law. She holds a PhD and is a CPA Australia member, Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ), and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Her research focuses on carbon accounting, sustainability reporting, ESG/CSR, and green innovation, employing advanced methodologies to address global sustainability challenges. She has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the FBL Research Output of the Year Award (2024) and multiple teaching excellence awards for her SDGs-embedded pedagogy. Her editorial roles include serving on the Editorial Advisory Board of the Journal of Accounting Literature , Lead Guest Editor of the Pacific Accounting Review , and Associate Editor of the Accounting Research Journal . Her research interests span new institutional accounting, carbon emissions regulation, integrated reporting, and big data analytics. Notable contributions include studies on low-carbon city initiatives, green supply chain management, and the impact of environmental policies on corporate behavior. She actively contributes to professional bodies like the AFAANZ Technical Committee and CPA Australia, and her teaching innovations have achieved 100% pass rates for students in CPA exams. Editorial Roles: Journal of Accounting Literature, Pacific Accounting Review, Accounting Research Journal Memberships: AFAANZ, CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, Higher Education Academy Key Research Themes: Carbon Accounting, Sustainability Reporting, Green Innovation, ESG, Big Data in Accounting Dr. Cao’s work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing transformative pedagogy and global sustainability. She has secured significant recognition for her research and teaching, reflecting her dual commitment to scholarly excellence and educational innovation.
Sobhan (Sean) Arisian is Associate Professor of Supply Chain and Logistics at La Trobe Business School. He leads the Sustainable Operations Management discipline and serves as Associate Investigator at the ARC Training Centre in Optimisation Technologies (OPTIMA). Research focuses on supply chain resilience, digitalization, and sustainability—particularly decarbonization of maritime transport and disaster relief logistics. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on quantitative optimization models, with recurring themes in: Robust optimization for disruption management Sustainable logistics decarbonization Humanitarian supply chain coordination Quantum computing applications in operations Awarded the Inaugural Collaborative Research Award by BAM/ANZAM and Outstanding Reviewer recognition. Secured $382,742 from Australian Government for Quantum Enhanced Optimisation project and $234,400 DFAT National Focused Grant. Collaborates with University of Cambridge scholars and industry partners on digital transformation strategies. Editorial roles include Associate Editor for Transportation Research Part E and IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management.
