Ray Moehlman serves as a Lecturer and Program Coordinator in the College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), where he contributes to academic instruction and program administration within the business education framework. His educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) earned at Eastern Kentucky University, establishing his institutional roots and academic specialization. Professional interests focus on Business Administration with applied emphasis in Sports Management, demonstrated through his 2023 USGA Rules of Golf Advanced Certification which bridges business principles with sports industry regulations. His recognized professional achievement includes: USGA Rules of Golf Advanced Certification (2023) No public information is available regarding graduate student supervision, research funding, or grant activities. His operational scope centers on program coordination within the College of Business, with no documented laboratory affiliations or research teams.
Kevin T. McGinniss is a tenured Associate Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator in Sport & Entertainment Management at Southern Connecticut State University. With over 40 years of experience in athletics administration, coaching, and fundraising, he has held leadership roles at institutions including the ECAC, University of Rhode Island, Mercy College, and Quinnipiac University. Ranks: Associate Professor, Graduate Coordinator, Director of Sport Management Departments: Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management Key Expertise: Sport Pedagogy, Athletics Development, Esports Integration Dr. McGinniss' research focuses on Sport Management and Athletics Administration, particularly examining emerging trends like esports adoption, adaptive sports programs, and fundraising strategies. His scholarship includes analyses of NCAA wheelchair basketball development and DEI initiatives in college athletics. Recent publications explore esports integration (2022), adaptive sports infrastructure (2022), and pandemic-era fundraising models (2021). His work frequently addresses institutional support mechanisms and accessibility in collegiate sports.
Ryan Novatny serves as Director of Sports Medicine and Performance at Westminster and holds an adjunct faculty position in the Exercise Science program. He joined Westminster in 2020 as an assistant athletic trainer, advancing to director in 2022. His clinical expertise includes manual therapy, dry needling, and blood flow restriction techniques. Ryan holds a BHS in Athletic Training from the University of Missouri-Columbia (2018) and a Master’s in Education from Central Methodist University (2020). His research interests center on sports injury management, rehabilitation methodologies, and athletic performance optimization. He maintains certifications as a USA Weightlifting coach and Red Cross AED/CPR/BLS instructor. Ryan oversees medical operations for Basketball, Golf, Tennis, and Volleyball programs. Previously at Central Methodist University, he supported national championship-winning soccer teams and managed care for wrestling/track athletes.
Jennifer Rundels is a tenured Associate Professor and Research and Instruction Librarian at Central Michigan University Libraries, serving as the dedicated business librarian for the College of Business Administration. She provides comprehensive research support and information literacy instruction across all business departments including Business Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance and Law, Management, and Marketing, Hospitality, and Logistics. Additionally, she teaches LIB 197: Introduction to Library and Information Research in both on-campus and online formats, reaching a broad undergraduate audience with foundational research skills training. Her educational background includes: Master of Arts in Educational Technology, Central Michigan University (2012) Master of Library and Information Science, Wayne State University (1995) Bachelor of Arts in English, magna cum laude, Oakland University (1993) Professor Rundels' research program bridges theoretical frameworks with practical library applications. She pioneers innovative methodologies like ATP bioluminescence technology for measuring library space cleanliness, explores career trajectory analysis for distance librarians, and develops enhanced research consultation models. Her work consistently examines the intersection of educational technology with information literacy instruction, particularly in business education contexts where threshold concepts present unique challenges. This focus on practical implementation distinguishes her contributions to library science literature. Her publication record demonstrates sustained scholarly activity from 2013-2023, with recent high-impact work in The Journal of Academic Librarianship and Business Horizons. The 2023 publications reveal two distinct research trajectories: one applying biotechnology to physical library management, and another analyzing business research methodologies through unconventional lenses like golf. This diversity reflects her ability to connect library science with broader academic and practical concerns while maintaining focus on student outcomes and librarian effectiveness. Professor Rundels maintains active scholarly engagement through conference presentations at venues like the Distance Library Services Conference and Great Lakes Conference on Teaching and Learning. Her editorial work on conference proceedings demonstrates leadership in the distance librarianship community. While specific grant details aren't public, her ongoing publication record in peer-reviewed journals indicates sustained research activity. She provides direct research consultation support for business students and faculty, with potential for student involvement in her active projects examining library space utilization and information literacy assessment. Although she does not lead a named research laboratory, Professor Rundels operates within CMU Libraries' collaborative research culture. Her work frequently involves cross-departmental teams, as evidenced by the library cleanliness study and business networking research. She contributes to the academic community through editorial roles for conference proceedings and by developing practical frameworks for implementing information literacy standards in credit-bearing courses, demonstrating commitment to advancing professional practice beyond individual research projects.
Dr. Piyavan Sukalakamala is a Professor and Program Director for Hotel & Lodging Management at Johnson & Wales University's College of Hospitality Management (Charlotte Campus). She holds a Ph.D. in Hospitality Administration from Texas Tech University and specializes in food service management, private club operations, and sensory evaluation. Her research focuses on optimizing hospitality experiences through operational efficiency and sensory analysis. She has pioneered student engagement initiatives like international Study Abroad programs to Thailand and elite event partnerships with The Masters and US Open golf tournaments. Honors include: Fulbright Specialist Scholar (first Charlotte faculty recipient) Faculty of the Year (peer-selected) Faculty Advisor of the Year (student-selected) She actively publishes in hospitality journals and mentors students through experiential learning programs.
Patrick J. Drane serves as Researcher at the University of Massachusetts Lowell within the Francis College of Engineering's Department of Mechanical Engineering. He holds multiple leadership roles including Assistant Director of the Baseball Research Center, Assistant Director for Operations of WindSTAR (NSF I/UCRC), Assistant Director of the Center for Energy Innovation, and Technical Program Manager for SHAP3D (NSF I/UCRC). His work spans sports engineering, composite materials, and wind energy research with significant industry and defense collaborations. Education: Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering (2024), University of Massachusetts Lowell M.S. Mechanical Engineering (2003), University of Massachusetts Lowell B.S. Mechanical Engineering (2000), University of Massachusetts Lowell Dr. Drane's research focuses on experimental mechanics of sports equipment (particularly baseball bats and golf balls), material characterization of composites/foams/wood, and high-speed imaging. His work in wind energy and additive manufacturing supports sustainable technology development, while his STEM education initiatives bridge academic research with practical applications. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration between sports engineering, biomechanics, and defense research. His publication trends reveal consistent expertise in finite element modeling for impact analysis (baseball bats, helmets), with increasing focus on parachute fabric mechanics and wind energy systems. The research shows strong industry relevance through NSF I/UCRC partnerships and defense applications. Dr. Drane manages major research operations including WindSTAR (with UT Dallas) and SHAP3D (with Georgia Tech, UCONN, and Arizona State), coordinating faculty and industry partners across wind energy and 3D printing. He supports U.S. Army projects through HEROES, NASA collaborations, and NIST/DOE initiatives via ACMTRL, focusing on soldier protection and advanced materials. He leads the Baseball Research Center (internationally recognized in sports engineering), organizes the Sports Collaborative for Open Research and Education (SCORE), and supports ACMTRL and HEROES programs. His lab work involves high-speed imaging, composite material testing, and impact analysis for sports equipment and military applications.
