James Dana is a Professor of Economics and Strategy at Northeastern University, holding a joint appointment in the Department of Economics (College of Social Sciences and Humanities) and the D’Amore-McKim School of Business. He specializes in industrial organization, competitive strategy, and operations management, with a focus on pricing under uncertainty, revenue management, and market structure impacts. Dana earned a PhD in Economics from MIT and a BA from Yale University. His career includes prior roles as an Associate Professor at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and an Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College. He has conducted research on bundling strategies, airline industry dynamics, and pricing mechanisms, addressing topics like demand uncertainty and price discrimination. His work bridges theoretical economic models with practical business applications, particularly in revenue optimization and competitive strategy. Education: PhD (Economics, MIT), BA (Economics, Yale University). Research Interests: Industrial organization, pricing strategies under uncertainty, product bundling, revenue management, market structure effects, and strategic differentiation. His studies often explore how firms leverage pricing mechanisms to navigate demand volatility and competitive pressures. Professional Experience: Prior to Northeastern, he held tenure at Kellogg School of Management and Dartmouth College. He spent a sabbatical at Yale University’s School of Management in 2022-23. Contact: j.dana@northeastern.edu | 617-373-7517 | Office: 306 Lake Hall, 43 Leon Street, Boston.





