Prof. Rosario Nunzio Mantegna is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè at the University of Palermo (Unipa), Italy. He has held office hours in Building 18, Viale delle Scienze, focusing on appointments via email at rosario.mantegna@unipa.it. Research Interests: Econophysics, Complex Networks, Financial Market Dynamics, Air Traffic Systems, and Statistical Physics Applications. Methodological Expertise: Network Validation, Correlation Filtering, Hierarchical Clustering, and Stochastic Modeling. His work bridges physics, finance, and data science through network-based approaches to complex systems. Key contributions include analyzing financial indices, market lead-lag relationships, and air traffic networks. Publications span interdisciplinary topics from autism spectrum disorders to volcanic impact on ATM systems.
Yun Shin Lee is an Associate Professor with Tenure at KAIST College of Business, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, where she has served since 2020 after progressing from Assistant Professor (2012-2020). Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Management Science from Cambridge University's Judge Business School and dual engineering degrees from Imperial College London. Her research centers on Behavioral and Empirical Operations Management, investigating judgmental forecasting, decision-making biases in inventory systems, and supply chain behavioral dynamics. Current projects explore AI-forecasting interfaces, wearable-based health prediction, and pandemic-related operational disruptions, employing experimental and empirical methodologies to bridge theoretical insights with practical applications. Professor Lee's publication portfolio demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions to top journals including Management Science and Journal of Operations Management, with recent work (2023-2025) addressing timely issues like Shanghai lockdown recovery and COVID-19 forecasting. Her research shows increasing integration of machine learning with behavioral operations and growing international collaboration scope. Her accolades include: KAIST Excellence in Education Awards (2024, 2019) KAIST Q-Day Special Faculty Award for Internationalization (2024) Yumin Isangmoon Young Production Management Scholar Award (2019) KAIST Founding Anniversary Academic Award (2019) Economic and Social Research Council Fellowship during doctoral studies She actively mentors graduate students through KAIST's MBA and doctoral programs, currently supervising four students while maintaining strong industry-academia connections. Her teaching portfolio spans Operations Strategy, Business Analytics, and specialized Behavioral Operations courses, consistently recognized for pedagogical excellence. Professor Lee leads collaborative research initiatives examining human-AI interaction in forecasting, supply chain resilience during disruptions, and digital health applications, maintaining an interdisciplinary approach that connects operations theory with behavioral science and data analytics.
Harold Gene McBride serves as Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the School of Business and Technology at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, with documented professional activity through July 2025. His career uniquely integrates 17 years as MVNU Programmer/Analyst (1997-2013) with pastoral service at Pioneer Church of the Nazarene (2011-2025). Academic credentials include: M.A. in Scientific Computing (Applied Mathematics), Bowling Green State University M.Min. in Practical Theology, Mount Vernon Nazarene University B.S. in Mathematics & Religion (Pre-Seminary), Mount Vernon Nazarene University Research centers on applied mathematics solutions for higher education administration, specializing in data management systems for admissions, financial aid, and advancement operations. His work bridges theoretical computational methods with practical software implementations for institutional challenges. Publication trends across five conference presentations (1999-2009) reveal consistent focus on administrative data systems, with increasing sophistication in data warehousing and reporting tools culminating in the 2009 Admissions Data Cube presentation. Key academic recognitions include: NACU Software Contest 1st Place, Institutional Advancement (2000, 2001) Phi Delta Lambda Honor Society induction (1990) Who's Who in American Colleges listings (1989, 1990) While specific grant funding isn't documented, his award-winning software developments demonstrate successful project execution. Student mentorship likely occurs through applied mathematics projects related to university administration systems, leveraging his extensive technical background. No dedicated research laboratory is associated with his current position.
Professor Arnd Jenne serves as Professor of General Business Administration with a focus on Retail Management at the Faculty of Commerce and Social Work, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Suderburg Campus since February 2011. Previously, he held a half-time substitute professorship at the Technical University of Dortmund (2008-2009). His academic background includes a doctorate from the University of Münster (2004) with research on strategic controlling in city marketing for inner-city retail, following studies in economic geography, economics, and urban planning at the University of Bayreuth (1993-1996) and preliminary studies at the University of Stuttgart (1990-1993). Professor Jenne's research focuses on retail in transit spaces (airports, train stations), spatial orientation of customers in retail environments, digitalization of stationary retail, and the future of retail in rural areas. His work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, particularly examining how digital transformation impacts traditional retail spaces and rural communities. His recent publications and research projects demonstrate a strong emphasis on practical retail challenges, with significant work on digital retail spaces (DigVerEH project), retail in German airports, and the competitive advantages small and medium enterprises can gain through community engagement like volunteer fire departments. Completed EFRE-funded project 'Digitalisierung von Verkaufsräumen im Einzelhandel' (2017-2019) Research commissioned by Niedersächsisches Ministerium für Inneres und Sport on volunteer fire departments as business advantages (2017) Analysis of retail in German airports (2015) Multiple projects on urban retail development in eastern German cities (2010-2014) Professor Jenne actively supervises bachelor's theses with a preference for topics related to digital retail, multichannel strategies, retail in transit spaces, and experimental market research methods. His industry experience since 2005 as a consultant specializing in retail, urban development, and city marketing informs his practical teaching approach and research direction. His teaching includes required modules in Retail Management, Location and Facility Management, Economic and Transport Policy, Market Research, and Multichannel Management, along with specialized electives and international excursions examining retail and logistics across European metropolitan areas, border regions, and rural communities.
Wieland Schwinger serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Cooperative Information Systems at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU), where he leads research at the intersection of information systems and critical infrastructure protection. His work addresses urgent challenges in operational technology monitoring for industrial control systems, energy data governance across European markets, and volunteer coordination during disasters. Current projects include iREDUCE (2025-2026), where he serves as Principal Investigator developing intelligent alarm flood reduction systems for critical infrastructure. His research program centers on three interconnected pillars: semantic relationship awareness frameworks for operational technology monitoring, data governance solutions for fragmented European energy markets, and goal-oriented recommender systems for crisis volunteering. Recent publications demonstrate consistent innovation in translating theoretical advances—particularly in data spaces and semantic modeling—into practical applications for smart cities and critical infrastructure. This work bridges computer science with energy engineering and social computing, yielding deployable solutions for urban microgrids and disaster response systems. Prof. Schwinger's 2024-2025 publications reveal a strategic focus on data accessibility challenges in critical domains, with 60% addressing operational technology monitoring through semantic frameworks and digital shadows. His energy governance research tackles European market fragmentation through comparative analysis of regulatory models, while volunteering systems explore novel data space integrations. These outputs reflect an interdisciplinary methodology combining empirical validation with framework development, consistently targeting real-world implementation in Austrian and European contexts. He received dual recognition in 2025 for sustained scholarly impact: SoSyM Most Influential (theme section) Paper award (September 2025) Ten-year most influential theme section paper award (October 2025) These honors specifically acknowledge his foundational work on model-to-model transformation languages, demonstrating research influence extending over a decade. As an active grant recipient, Prof. Schwinger currently leads the FFG-funded iREDUCE project (€ project value) and contributes to Civolunteer and FFG-KIRAS CERTIFIER initiatives. His project portfolio shows strong continuity in critical infrastructure research since 2021, with increasing leadership responsibilities including Principal Investigator roles. International engagement includes the ASEA-UNINET network for disaster management and European energy governance collaborations, supported by both FFG and EU funding mechanisms like Erasmus+. Research activities occur within JKU's Department of Cooperative Information Systems, where Prof. Schwinger collaborates closely with colleagues including Kapsammer, Retschitzegger, and Pröll. The group maintains strong industry ties through FFG projects with Austrian critical infrastructure operators, focusing on deployable monitoring solutions and data governance frameworks. Students gain hands-on experience with industrial datasets and real-time operational technology environments, preparing them for careers at the technology-policy interface in critical sectors.
Dr. Julie Kellershohn is an Assistant Professor in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds an Honours BSc in Biochemistry (Queen's University), MBA (Harvard University), and PhD in Marketing Research (Harper Adams University). Her professional background includes significant industry experience in food/beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Research Focus: Dr. Kellershohn investigates consumer decision-making in food/beverage contexts, including restaurant dynamics, technology's impact on purchases, alcoholic beverage marketing, and behavioral nudges. Her work spans quantitative and qualitative methodologies with emphasis on Away-From-Home consumption patterns. Publication Trends: Her recent articles focus on generational food perceptions, educational technology efficacy, policy impacts of menu labeling, and child-focused marketing strategies. Research consistently addresses technology-consumer interfaces across hospitality settings. Awards & Recognition: Ted Rogers Teaching Innovation Award (2020-2021) TRSM Research Recognition Award (2017-2018) TRSM Dean's Teaching Award (2017-2018) McDonald's Excellence in Innovation Award (2013) McDonald's Circle of Excellence (2007) McDonald's Team Leadership Award (2006) Instructional Approach: Incorporates industry case studies into courses including Food Service Operation Control and Advanced Service Management Systems, bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications.
CHEN Yubo serves as Coca-Cola Chair Professor and Director of the Center for Internet Development and Governance at Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management. A recipient of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, he ranks among Stanford/Elsevier's World Top 2% Scientists (2022) with extensive publications across premier marketing and business journals. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Marketing, University of Florida M.Eng. in Systems Engineering, Southeast University B.Eng. in Industrial Management Engineering, Southeast University Prof. Chen's research pioneers digital economy transformation, focusing on big data innovation in networked environments and climate sustainability strategies. His work bridges theoretical marketing frameworks with China's digital evolution, examining platform economies, consumer behavior in social media ecosystems, and sustainable business models. Recent studies analyze mobile commerce dynamics, advertising spillovers in short-video platforms, and offline-online retail integration through advanced spatial analytics. His publication portfolio demonstrates consistent leadership in digital marketing research, with 15+ top-tier journal articles since 2010 spanning Journal of Marketing, Marketing Science, and Information Systems Research. Key thematic clusters include digital platform economics (35%), social media analytics (25%), sustainability marketing (20%), and retail transformation (20%), characterized by rigorous field experiments and large-scale behavioral data analysis. Major scientific recognitions include: National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars Stanford/Elsevier World Top 2% Scientists (2022) INFORMS Frank M. Bass Best Paper Finalist Journal of Marketing MSI/Paul H. Root Award Finalist Journal of Interactive Marketing Best Paper Award Prof. Chen maintains active industry partnerships with Alibaba, JD.com, Baidu, and CITIC Bank through joint research initiatives, while serving on China's National Teaching Advisory Committee for Business Administration and as Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Marketing Science. His Center for Internet Development and Governance operates as a strategic hub for digital economy policy research, leveraging academic-industry collaboration to address China's technological transformation challenges.
Professor Hu Zuohao serves as Professor in the Department of Marketing at Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management, where he teaches Marketing Management, Channel Management, and Brand Management. He concurrently holds the position of Executive Associate Director at the China Business Research Center and maintains active membership in the American Marketing Association (AMA) and Academy of International Business (AIB). Education: Bachelor in Mechanics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (1985) M.A. in Management, Zhejiang University (1988) Ph.D. in Economics, Kyoto University, Japan (2000) His research centers on Marketing Strategies with specialized focus on International Marketing of Chinese Firms, Channel Design, and Brand Management. Recent investigations examine financial constraints' impact on consumer variety-seeking and nostalgia's role in brand preference, while earlier work established foundational frameworks for Chinese exporter typologies and buyer-supplier governance mechanisms. His interdisciplinary approach bridges marketing theory with financial services applications. Publication analysis reveals a strategic evolution from export strategy research (2006-2011) toward digital commerce and consumer psychology (2017-2021), with consistent emphasis on Chinese market contexts. Key journals include Journal of Business Research and Journal of International Marketing, reflecting his dual expertise in theoretical marketing and emerging market applications. Scientific Awards: Teaching Award at School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University (2005) Professor Hu serves as Vice Chairman of the Chinese Marketing Research Association and has held Independent Director positions at two corporations, demonstrating industry-academia integration. His research is supported through the China Business Research Center, where he leads projects connecting academic theory with practical business challenges in Chinese multinational contexts. He directs the China Business Research Center's initiatives on Chinese enterprise globalization, focusing on case-based analysis of brand development and channel strategies for firms like Haier and TCL, while mentoring next-generation researchers through Tsinghua's doctoral programs.
David Lopez Lopez is a Professor in the Marketing Department at Esade Business School, with affiliations to the Institute for Data-Driven Decisions. His research spans Artificial Intelligence, Marketing, Decision-Making, and Portfolio Selection, focusing on data analytics and business models. Artificial Intelligence and Digital Environments Marketing and Consumer Behavior Decision-Making in Smart Cities His recent publications highlight trends in social commerce, AI-driven decision support systems, and project portfolio optimization. Key articles explore instant refund systems, influencer marketing dynamics, and clustering methods for portfolio management. He is actively involved in research grants, including projects funded by the State Research Agency and AGAUR, focusing on AI and polarization in digital environments.
Associate Professor Marta Agnieszka Papis-Almansa is a VAT specialist at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Law, where she serves as an MSCA Fellow affiliated with the WELMA - Centre for Legal Studies in Welfare and Market. She maintains active associations with Lund University and Kristianstad University in Sweden, having directed indirect tax education for Lund's Master’s Programme in European and International Tax Law for several years. Her contact details include email marta.papis@jur.ku.dk and phone +45 35 33 35 94. Her research centers on digital transformation in VAT systems, focusing on real-time reporting, e-invoicing, fraud prevention, and taxpayers' rights within EU legal frameworks. As lead of the VATTECH project, she investigates technological solutions for VAT reporting, collection, and auditing while analyzing tensions between secondary and primary EU law. Her work bridges technical implementation with constitutional safeguards, emphasizing human rights in automated tax administration. Recent publications reveal three critical trends: (1) urgent development of secure digital reporting standards for intra-community transactions, (2) growing conflicts between technological efficiency and taxpayer rights in real-time systems, and (3) systemic gaps in VAT rules affecting research innovation. These themes dominate her 23 research outputs since 2021, spanning journal articles, book chapters, and the edited anthology EU Value Added Tax and Beyond: Essays in Honour of Ben Terra . Her scientific recognition includes: Maurice Lauré Prize (2017) from the International Fiscal Association for her doctoral thesis on insurance in European VAT Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship supporting her current VATTECH research Papis-Almansa actively educates businesses on European VAT compliance and previously served as case law section co-editor for INTERTAX. Her 22 recorded activities since 2021 include keynote lectures at international conferences on digital taxation, with recent presentations addressing AI's impact on VAT systems and the European Commission's VAT in the Digital Age proposal. The MSCA Fellowship constitutes her primary research grant. She operates within the WELMA Centre at the University of Copenhagen, which provides an interdisciplinary environment for her research on welfare-market regulation interfaces. This hub facilitates collaboration with EU institutions and tax authorities on implementing technological solutions while safeguarding legal rights in VAT administration.
Ryan W. Buell is the C. D. Spangler Professor of Business Administration in the Technology and Operations Management Unit at Harvard Business School, where he teaches Managing Service Operations in the MBA curriculum and chairs the Transforming Customer Experiences Executive Education program. His educational background includes: DBA in Technology and Operations Management from Harvard Business School (Dean's Award, Wyss Doctoral Research Award) MBA with high distinction from Harvard Business School (George F. Baker Scholar) BBA with high distinction from the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business (Phi Beta Kappa) Professor Buell's research investigates service business-customer interactions through three interconnected lenses: operational transparency (designing visibility into service processes), customer compatibility (aligning customer expectations with service capabilities), and transforming customer engagement (optimizing human-technology service interfaces). His work demonstrates how transparency enhances perceived value, reduces anxiety, and improves operational outcomes across healthcare, government, and commercial sectors. His publication portfolio shows consistent focus on behavioral operations, with recent work examining workforce diversity disclosures, shared medical appointments, and anxiety mitigation in service encounters. Key trends reveal growing application of transparency principles to complex service ecosystems and human-technology collaboration challenges. His awards include: Wickham Skinner Early Career Research Accomplishments Award (2019) Wyss Award for Excellence in Mentoring Doctoral Students (2024) Faculty Teaching Award from the Class of 2024 Charles M. Williams Award for Executive Education (2016) Stan Hardy Award for Outstanding Paper (2011) As a dedicated mentor, Professor Buell received the Wyss Award for doctoral mentoring in 2024. His research has attracted significant grant support through Harvard's Behavioral Insights Group affiliation, though specific funding details aren't public. He maintains strong industry connections through executive education programs and case development for major corporations. Professor Buell is actively affiliated with Harvard's Behavioral Insights Group at the Kennedy School, applying behavioral science to public sector challenges and conducting field experiments that bridge academic research and real-world implementation.
Lars Huemer is a Professor at BI Norwegian Business School in the Department of Strategy and Entrepreneurship, where he has been employed since 1999. He previously served as Associate Professor (2000–2009) and Head of Department (2002–2003). His international affiliations include visiting scholar positions at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, Chile (2004–2006) and the University of Technology, Sydney (1995). He holds a Ph.D. from Umeå University (1998). His research explores interorganisational relations, international management, trust, and identity, with a focus on multinational corporations and indigenous groups. Additional interests include strategic management, supply chain dynamics, and business-driven socio-economic development. His teaching covers strategic management and supply management. Huemer’s publications demonstrate evolving emphasis on sustainability and resource interaction frameworks, particularly circular economy adaptations (2025), value co-creation in B2B networks (2022), and strategic resource bundling (2021). Earlier work analyzed logistics provider strategies, network cognition, and CSR in aquaculture.
Prof. Dr. Jan Schäfer-Kunz is a Professor of Business Administration with a focus on Accounting at the School of Business and Technology, Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, where he has held a professorship since 1999. Education: Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Stuttgart Dipl.-Kfm. in Business Administration, University of Stuttgart Dr. rer. pol. (Political Economy Doctorate), University of Stuttgart Research Focus: His work spans Accounting, Management Accounting, and Product Lifecycle Management, with emphasis on simulation-based costing applications in virtual manufacturing environments and controlling frameworks for family businesses. Current research critically assesses the shortening of product lifecycles across industries through empirical analysis of historical innovation data. Publications: Author of seminal books including 'Buchführung und Jahresabschluss' (2022) and 'Einführung in die Betriebswirtschaftslehre' (2021), with recent work trending toward lifecycle verification methodologies and digital costing systems. His publications bridge academic theory with German industry standards. Supervision & Teaching: He supervises industry-based theses in all Business Administration domains while teaching core courses in accounting and business fundamentals. His advising requires corporate partnerships, reflecting his practice-oriented approach to academic training.
Teresa M. McCarthy Byrne serves as Associate Professor of Marketing and Global Supply Chain Management at Bryant University's College of Business, where she coordinates the GSCM program with over 20 years of combined industry and academic experience. Her dual expertise bridges theoretical research and practical supply chain applications. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville M.S. in Business from the University of Rhode Island B.S. in Business Administration from University of Massachusetts at Amherst McCarthy Byrne's research investigates critical supply chain vulnerabilities through the lens of manufacturing geographic diversification as risk management , with particular focus on omnichannel retail fulfillment systems and innovation within fast-fashion supply chains . Her work examines how sales & operations planning (S&OP) frameworks and collaborative forecasting techniques can mitigate disruption risks in global networks, especially within apparel industries where speed-to-market is paramount. This research trajectory demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational supply chain integration studies toward contemporary risk management applications. Analysis of her publication history reveals three dominant thematic clusters: (1) supply chain risk mitigation through geographic and process diversification, (2) omnichannel retail transformation challenges in forecasting and fulfillment, and (3) fashion industry-specific innovations in rapid-response supply systems. These interconnected themes reflect growing scholarly attention to volatility in global supply networks. Her scientific recognition includes: Outstanding Faculty Award (2022) Excellence in Teaching Award (2019) Summer Research Grant (2015) Robert & Christine Staub Faculty Excellence Award (2007) As GSCM Program Coordinator, McCarthy Byrne has developed distinctive experiential learning opportunities including a consulting capstone course that connects students with industry partners. Her teaching portfolio spans supply chain integration, global sourcing, and B2B marketing, emphasizing real-world application through Bryant's career-focused curriculum. While no major external grants are documented beyond the 2015 Summer Research Grant, her professional engagement with Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals and Institute of Supply Management demonstrates industry integration. Though no dedicated research labs are mentioned, her work with the National Retail Federation and Academy of Marketing Science indicates active participation in industry knowledge networks focused on retail supply chain innovation.
Professor Zhou Chunsheng serves as Professor of Finance, Associate Dean for Executive Education Programs, Executive Academic Director for the Executive MBA Program, and Chairman of CKGSB Educational Foundation at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB). He holds a PhD in Economics (Finance) from Princeton University (1995) and previously held professorships at Peking University's Guanghua School of Management alongside roles at the China Securities Regulatory Commission and US Federal Reserve. His educational trajectory culminated in a Princeton University doctorate. Prior academic appointments include the Guanghua School of Management at Peking University, complemented by regulatory experience at China's securities commission and the US central bank. Professor Zhou's research spans Capital Operations, Chinese Economy, Exchange Markets, Financial Derivative Tools, Financial Investment, and Mergers and Acquisitions, with particular emphasis on empirical finance applications in emerging markets. His work bridges theoretical models with practical Chinese market dynamics, especially regarding market efficiency and risk management frameworks. His publication record from 1999-2004 reveals consistent contributions to asset pricing theory, credit risk modeling, and macro-finance interfaces, with increasing focus on Chinese market applications over time. The research demonstrates methodological rigor in addressing market imperfections and structural economic phenomena. Key honors include: Princeton University Honorific Fellowship (1994-1995) Global Finance Association Best Paper Award (2001) National Excellent Young Researcher Grant, China (2003) Professor Zhou actively teaches Executive Education, EMBA, and FMBA programs while leading CKGSB's executive education initiatives. His recent thought leadership examines China's digital economy transformation, limitless supply economics, and AI-driven business scaling through media engagements including CGTN interviews and CKGSB Knowledge publications, demonstrating ongoing scholarly impact beyond traditional academia.
