Emmanouil Dedoulis is a Professor of Accounting at the Department of Business Administration, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Essex and serves as Director of the MBA AUEB postgraduate program. His academic career spans roles in the Quality Assurance Committee of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Greece (SOEL), where he currently acts as President and Operational Manager. Education: Ph.D., University of Essex His research focuses on accounting , corporate governance , audit pricing , and corporate social responsibility (CSR) , with publications in top-tier journals like Accounting, Organizations and Society and Journal of Business Ethics . Key themes include: Corporate governance under informal institutions and regulatory enforcement CSR reporting dynamics in relation to labor unionization, religiosity, and corruption Audit pricing influenced by ethical and cultural norms Transplanting Anglo-American accounting frameworks to diverse institutional contexts His recent work analyzes the impact of regulatory interventions (e.g., UEFA financial fair play, SEC comment letters) on accounting quality, alongside critical explorations of public sector accounting reforms in Greece. No scientific awards are publicly listed. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Financial Accounting and advises on MBA program development.
Lisa Saum-Manning is the Associate Director of the International Security and Defense Policy Program, a Senior Political Scientist, and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy, RAND Corporation. She is actively engaged in research that bridges defense policy, international security, and public administration. RAND Corporation – Associate Director, International Security and Defense Policy Program RAND Corporation – Senior Political Scientist RAND School of Public Policy – Professor of Policy Analysis Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. Ph.D., Political Science – University of California, Los Angeles Lisa Saum-Manning's research focuses on strategic planning for the U.S. Armed Forces and Department of State, particularly in the areas of security cooperation, conflict prevention in fragile states, WMD nonproliferation, and unconventional warfare. She has also led field research on building sustainable security capacity in Africa, Central and South America, and disaster recovery in Puerto Rico. Her work frequently addresses diversity and inclusion in the military, homeland security policy, and U.S. foreign military sales accountability. She recently served as a senior advisor to the Assistant Secretary of State for Conflict Stabilization Operations during implementation of the Global Fragility Act. Her recent publications span topics such as Foreign Military Sales (FMS) accountability, Army readiness, disaster recovery in Puerto Rico, and diversity in military personnel. The body of her work demonstrates a consistent focus on policy-relevant research that informs national security decision-making, with an interdisciplinary approach combining political science, security studies, and public policy analysis. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Lisa Saum-Manning has advised on major defense and homeland security initiatives, including FEMA’s terrorism risk formula, U.S. Army personnel policy, and Coast Guard diversity strategies. She has received funding for multiple RAND studies from U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security. Her advisory roles include direct engagement with senior officials in the State Department and Congress, particularly through her testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services. She leads and contributes to research teams at RAND focused on international security, defense policy, and stability operations. Her projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration, field data collection, and policy implementation analysis, particularly in complex operational environments such as post-conflict zones and disaster-affected regions.
ALCOUFFE Simon is a Professor at the Management Control, Accounting and Auditing department of Toulouse Business School. His research focuses on management accounting innovations, environmental sustainability, and the interplay between corporate governance and accounting practices. He explores topics such as carbon accounting, cost behavior dynamics, and the adoption of environmental management tools in SMEs. Key research areas include: Environmental Management Accounting (EMA) and its role in sustainability Diffusion of management accounting innovations (e.g., Activity-Based Costing) Innovation dynamics in accounting systems and control mechanisms Global performance measurement and oversight mechanisms in start-ups and SMEs His publications analyze how organizations balance financial and non-financial metrics, particularly in the context of environmental governance and international sustainability frameworks. Recent work highlights tensions between corporate reporting standards and practical implementation challenges.
David Danks is a Professor of Data Science, Philosophy, and Policy at the University of California, San Diego. His work bridges AI ethics, causal inference, and policy, focusing on governance frameworks for emerging technologies. He leads research on trustworthy AI systems, healthcare technology applications, and sociotechnical risks. Danks is affiliated with the DIVER Lab, exploring interdisciplinary approaches to AI's societal impact. His research spans causal discovery algorithms, ethical AI design, and the intersection of science and policy. Notable themes include mitigating bias in quantum machine learning, dynamic certification for autonomous systems, and addressing unforeseen technological harms. He has contributed to national AI policy through roles like the National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee. Publications emphasize ethical challenges in AI development, such as algorithmic fairness, epistemic utility, and moral responsibilities in dual-use technologies. His work frequently intersects with healthcare innovation, including personalized hemodynamic models for surgical risk reduction. While no formal awards or grants are listed, Danks' involvement in high-profile initiatives like the CCC Whitepaper on pandemic prevention underscores his leadership in translational ethics and policy.
Hwanki Brian Kim is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Baylor University's Hankamer School of Business, teaching International Business Finance. His research spans corporate finance, corporate governance, institutional investors, and executive compensation, with publications in top-tier journals. PhD, Finance (2018), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign MS, Industrial & Operations Engineering (2011), University of Michigan MSE, Financial Engineering (2008), University of Michigan BS, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (2003), Seoul National University Kim’s research investigates how corporate investment horizons align with institutional investor horizons, agency conflicts in passive ownership, cash retention inefficiencies, and risk management during crises. His work bridges corporate decision-making with institutional investor impacts. Recent publications highlight trends in corporate governance, cash management, and institutional investor activism. Notable topics include internal capital markets in business groups, uncertainty-driven investment policies, and the dual role of index funds in corporate monitoring.
Lakshmi Balasubramanyan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Banking & Finance at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, joining in 2017. She holds a PhD and MS from Penn State University in quantitative banking analytics, alongside BA/MA degrees from the National University of Singapore. Specializes in AI integration in commercial banking Focuses on credit/operational risk modeling Expert in regulatory frameworks (Dodd-Frank Act) Active media commentator on financial trends Her research bridges traditional banking practices with emerging technologies, particularly through RegTech and FinTech innovations. Key contributions include analyzing bank balance sheet dynamics under liquidity regulations and developing entropy-based approaches to risk heterogeneity. Recent publications explore causal relationships between risk oversight and bank stability, syndicated loan market information asymmetry, and credit market feedback mechanisms. Current projects involve NSF-funded AI-enabled financial ecosystems. Recipient of two CSWEP Research Fellowships Multiple teaching award nominations (2020-2023) 2021 Weatherhead Intramural Grant recipient 2019 UCITE NORD Grant awardee Active in institutional service as Faculty Senate Committee member and Women in Finance advisor. Collaborates with Federal Reserve institutions on banking supervision research.
Jacob Haislip is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the Rawls College of Business, Texas Tech University. He specializes in Accounting Information Systems and teaches undergraduate and advanced courses in data analytics in accounting. His research focuses on corporate governance dynamics, particularly intersections between information technology governance and organizational outcomes. Dr. Haislip holds a PhD in Business Administration (Accounting emphasis) from the University of Arkansas (2014), and MS and BBA degrees in Accounting from Texas Tech University. His research explores how executive IT expertise and board-level technology committees influence cybersecurity disclosures, audit processes, and corporate governance outcomes. Key areas include audit committee effectiveness, data breach reporting practices, and the economic consequences of IT material weaknesses. His work has been published in top journals like Contemporary Accounting Research and Information Systems Research. Haislip currently serves as associate editor for the Journal of Information Systems and editorial board member for the International Journal of Accounting Information Systems. He will assume the role of Treasurer for the American Accounting Association's AIS Section in 2024. His research trends emphasize understanding how technology governance structures impact financial reporting quality, regulatory compliance, and organizational resilience. Recent work highlights executive accountability mechanisms following cybersecurity incidents and the role of audit committees in mitigating earnings management risks.
Stephen Glaeser is an Associate Professor of Accounting and Associate Dean of the PhD Program at the Kenan-Flagler Business School of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, along with an MBA and BA from the Fisher College of Business at Ohio State University. His research focuses on the intersection of accounting and economics, particularly in taxation, innovation, and corporate disclosure strategies. Dr. Glaeser studies how firms balance the benefits of investor communication against risks of revealing non-excludable innovations, and how tax policies influence corporate decisions. He also explores agency conflicts arising from imperfect information. His research interests include intellectual property rights, tax complexity effects on entrepreneurship, and ESG disclosure integrity. He has published in top journals like The Accounting Review , Journal of Accounting and Economics , and Review of Accounting Studies . Notably, he received the 2019 Best Dissertation Award from the American Accounting Association's Financial Accounting and Reporting Section for his work on trade secrets and corporate transparency. Teaching: Courses in managerial and financial accounting. Work Experience: Former Assistant Vice President at Citi Hedge Fund Services and Internal Audit Team Leader at Huntington National Bank. His recent articles highlight trends in AI-driven workforce changes, corporate R&D transparency, and tax policy's role in innovation. He critically examines how firms navigate disclosure challenges while managing risks linked to intellectual property and labor markets.
Laura A Rice is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health at the University of Illinois. She also serves as Associate Head for Graduate Studies and Associate Director of the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability (CHAD) within the College of Applied Health Sciences. Additionally, she holds affiliations with Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES), the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, and the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute. Her research focuses on mobility device users, particularly wheelchair and scooter users, examining fall prevention, functional independence, and quality of life. Key areas include developing clinical assessment tools (e.g., the Fall Concerns Scale for Wheelchair/Scooter Users), investigating behavioral interventions via mHealth applications, and analyzing risk factors for falls among individuals with spinal cord injury and multiple sclerosis. Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with studies on attentional demands during wheelchair operation, fire preparedness strategies, and the design of inclusive assistive technologies. Her research has been widely covered in media, including studies on fear of falling and fall-related injuries among wheelchair/scooter users. Rice’s contributions extend to academic leadership, including graduate program oversight and disability resource advocacy. She collaborates globally and has published over 90 peer-reviewed articles, systematically reviewing topics like mHealth strategies and seated postural control assessments. Lab and team affiliations include the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability (CHAD), where she leads projects addressing aging and disability intersections, and the Beckman Institute, focusing on advanced science and technology applications in health.
Yutao Li is an Associate Professor at the Dhillon School of Business, University of Lethbridge, Calgary campus. He joined the university in 2011 and has been promoted to Associate Professor since 2016. His academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Waterloo (2005-2011) and a BBA in Accounting from the University of Toronto (2001-2004). Research Interests: Dr. Li focuses on corporate financial and non-financial disclosure, debt contracting, security market regulations, and financial intermediaries. His work examines how transparency, regulatory frameworks, and managerial decisions influence financial markets and lending practices. Publication Trends: His research spans topics like debt contract dynamics, audit quality, social media's role in corporate transparency, and offshore financial operations. The articles highlight interdisciplinary applications of accounting principles to legal, regulatory, and financial market challenges. Contact Information: Phone: (403) 329-2129 | Email: yutao.li@uleth.ca .
Christopher D. Ittner is Professor of Accounting at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in cost accounting, intangible assets, and performance measurement systems. His research examines how these systems impact financial outcomes and strategic decision-making, with publications in Harvard Business Review, The Accounting Review, and Management Science. He holds a BS from California State University, Long Beach, an MBA from UCLA, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Harvard University. Professor Ittner's work bridges accounting theory and practice, focusing on risk-based forecasting, enterprise risk management, and board oversight mechanisms. His research demonstrates how integrating risk intelligence into planning improves financial forecasting accuracy and influences corporate governance practices. Recent publications analyze risk-based forecasting's effect on earnings forecast precision (2017) and board risk oversight's dual impact on environmental performance and social outcomes (2016), revealing strategic trade-offs in risk management. His accolades include the American Accounting Association's Notable Contribution to Management Accounting Literature Award (2001) and dual Innovation Awards from Business Insurance magazine and the Australian Business Awards (2012). He has received multiple teaching honors including MBA Core Teaching Excellence Awards (2012, 2010) and Miller-Sherrerd MBA Core Curriculum Teaching Awards (1992-1996). As editor of The Accounting Review and former senior editor at Production and Operations Management, he shapes academic discourse while teaching doctoral students internationally. His industry collaborations with AON on the Risk Maturity Index demonstrate practical applications of his research.
Tom Zick serves as Director of Responsible AI at Charles Schwab and holds an academic affiliation as a Research Fellow at Harvard University's Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society. Her work bridges technical AI development and legal frameworks, focusing on governance mechanisms for emerging technologies. She has advised organizations from startups to Fortune 500 companies while collaborating with frontier AI labs and public institutions like the City of Boston on AI deployment and data governance initiatives. Her educational foundation includes a JD from Harvard Law School and a PhD in Astrophysics from UC Berkeley, providing interdisciplinary expertise critical to her research. This dual background enables rigorous analysis of complex technology-policy intersections. Zick's research centers on creating accountable AI systems through technical oversight frameworks and regulatory compliance strategies. She investigates generative AI's societal impacts, reinforcement learning risks, and privacy-preserving identity solutions like personhood credentials. Her work emphasizes red teaming, model alignment, and global regulatory harmonization, addressing both immediate implementation challenges and long-term existential risks through law-technology integration. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals escalating focus on governance scalability as AI capabilities advance. Early work examined foundational risks in reinforcement learning, while recent publications address generative AI's disruption of education systems and the urgent need for cross-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks. Her taxonomy development for AI regulation demonstrates systematic approaches to navigating fragmented global policy landscapes. As an advisor, Zick has guided corporate and municipal entities through AI implementation challenges, notably helping Boston operationalize data governance frameworks. Her Berkman Klein fellowship involved direct collaboration with major AI labs on alignment research and red teaming exercises. She contributes to industry-wide initiatives including Twitter's decentralized social media project (bluesky), focusing on protocol-level solutions for content integrity. Zick's collaborative ecosystem spans frontier AI companies, academic researchers, and public sector innovators. Her current work with the City of Boston demonstrates practical governance implementation, while ongoing personhood credentials research addresses AI-generated content verification challenges. These partnerships reflect her commitment to translating theoretical frameworks into operational systems across multiple sectors.
Dr. Victoria Miyandazi is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of St Andrews' School of History and a Knight Fellow at the Institute of Legal and Constitutional Research. Previously, she held positions as a Lecturer at the University of Embu, Researcher at the Oxford Human Rights Hub, and Legal Researcher at Kenya's Judiciary Committee on Elections. She is a qualified Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and practiced law with Okubasu, Munene & Kazungu Advocates LLP. Education: She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Law, and Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) from the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. She also holds a First Class Honours Bachelor of Laws from Kenyatta University. Research Interests: Her work focuses on Equality Law, Human Rights, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Electoral Law, Property Law, Public International Law, and Comparative Law. She explores themes such as socio-economic rights adjudication, judicial independence in hybrid regimes, and the intersection of technology and democracy in electoral processes. Key Contributions: She authored Equality in Kenya’s 2010 Constitution (2021) and has published widely on Kenya’s legal frameworks, including analyses of socio-economic rights, electoral commissions, and human rights commissions. Her research emphasizes an equality-sensitive approach to legal challenges, particularly in crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Awards: Recognized as an Inaugural Member of the UK Young Academy (2023) and named one of The Africa Report’s 10 African Scholars to Watch in 2025 for her impactful legal scholarship. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the University of St Andrews Institute of Legal and Constitutional Research, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on constitutional governance and human rights.
Professor Leila Alinaghian is a Professor of Business Relations and Impact at Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield University, where she also serves as Director of the Full-time MBA program. She joined Cranfield in August 2015, bringing expertise in inter-organizational relationships, sustainability, and social impact. PhD in Engineering, Manufacturing and Management, University of Cambridge MPhil, University of Cambridge Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Cranfield University Her research centers on advancing understanding of business relationships and networks in driving sustainability and social impact. She explores topics such as social procurement, social enterprise-corporate collaborations, supply chain resilience, and institutional change in procurement practices. Her work integrates theories from operations management, strategic management, and institutional theory. Leila's recent publications reveal a strong focus on sustainability and social value creation within supply chains. Her research employs diverse methodologies including social network analysis, systematic literature reviews, and qualitative case studies. Key themes include ESG controversies, institutional work, cognitive capital in resilience, and value co-creation in service ecosystems, primarily within sectors like automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Research nominated for best PhD research award at Academy of Management Research nominated for best paper award at Strategic Management Society Trust Scholar at University of Cambridge Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Leila is actively involved in supervising PhD and DBA students and serving on doctoral review panels. She has collaborated with multinational firms in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and fast-moving consumer goods. She contributes to the advancement of the social procurement agenda through initiatives like the Buy Social Corporate Challenge. She is a member of the Academy of Management, British Academy of Management, European Operations Management Association, and Strategic Management Society. She leads modules in postgraduate and executive development programs at Cranfield School of Management and is currently recruiting doctoral students in Social Impact Supply Chain Management and Social Enterprise-Corporate relationships.
Hatim Rahman serves as Associate Professor of Management and Organizations and Sociology (by courtesy) at Northwestern University, holding the prestigious PepsiCo Chair in International Management. His research fundamentally examines how artificial intelligence and algorithms reshape work structures, employment relationships, and labor market dynamics, with particular focus on digital platform ecosystems and algorithmic management systems. Professor Rahman's academic credentials include a PhD in Management Science & Engineering (2019) and MS in Organizations, Technology, Entrepreneurship (2014) from Stanford University, complemented by a BA in Business Process Management with Minor in Technology and Management from the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign (2009). His scholarly work centers on the sociotechnical transformation of work through algorithmic systems, investigating worker reactivity to opaque evaluations, platform power dynamics, and emergent resistance movements in digital labor markets. Key contributions explore the "invisible cage" of algorithmic control, the experimental nature of platform management, and the sociological implications of AI-driven workplace restructuring. His research bridges management theory, sociology of work, and technology studies to address critical questions about fairness, autonomy, and accountability in the algorithmic age. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals a clear evolution from creative occupations research (2017) toward concentrated investigation of algorithmic labor platforms (2021-2025). His work consistently demonstrates how digital platforms reconfigure worker autonomy through experimental management practices, opaque evaluation systems, and novel control mechanisms, while simultaneously generating new forms of worker resistance and activism. The 2024 book "Inside the Invisible Cage" synthesizes these insights into a comprehensive framework for understanding algorithmic worker control. Professor Rahman's exceptional contributions have earned him significant recognition: National Science Foundation CAREER Award recipient for bridging STEM skills and employment gaps George R. Terry Book Award winner from the Academy of Management Named among Poets & Quants' Best 40 Business School Professors Under 40 (2023) Thinkers50 Radar listing for influential management thinking Multiple Academy of Management best paper awards across divisions Microsoft Research AI and Society Fellowship International Labour and Employment Relations Association prizes His research program includes substantial grant funding from the NSF CAREER award, while his academic service encompasses editorial board membership at Administrative Science Quarterly and review work for top management journals. As an educator, he develops innovative courses like "Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work" that prepare MBA students for technology-driven organizational transformation, emphasizing practical integration of AI systems while addressing ethical implications for workers and organizations.
