Amy Sun is an Associate Professor at the C. T. Bauer College of Business , University of Houston, specializing in accounting and finance research. She joined the faculty in 2013 after serving as an Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania State University's Smeal College of Business. Her work focuses on earnings management, financial reporting, and market reactions to corporate disclosures. Education: Carnegie Mellon University - Ph.D. Research Trends: Amy's publications analyze regulatory impacts on financial practices, investor behavior around corporate events, and strategic financial management. Her work spans empirical legal studies, securities market reforms, and behavioral finance. Contact: Email: xsun@bauer.uh.edu Office: MH 390H Phone: 713-743-5682
Timothy L. Keiningham is a Professor of Marketing at the Peter J. Tobin College of Business , St. John's University, where he holds the J. Donald Kennedy Endowed Chair in E-Commerce . He earned a Ph.D. in Marketing from Staffordshire University (UK), an MBA from Vanderbilt University, and a BA in Telecommunications from Kentucky Wesleyan College. His research focuses on Customer Experience Management (CXM) , Loyalty , and Service Marketing , with over 50 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals such as Journal of Marketing , Harvard Business Review , and MIT Sloan Management Review . He co-authored the New York Times bestseller The Wallet Allocation Rule and eight other books on customer loyalty strategies. Dr. Keiningham has received prestigious awards including the American Marketing Association’s Christopher Lovelock Career Contributions Award (highest honor in service marketing) and multiple journal best-paper awards. His industry roles include former Global Chief Strategy Officer at Ipsos Loyalty and Chief Strategy Officer at Rockbridge Associates. Teaching includes courses like Data-Driven Marketing and Customer Experience Management . His work bridges academic research and business practice, emphasizing actionable insights for firms to enhance CX and profitability.
Hormoz Ahmadi is Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at La Trobe Business School, La Trobe University. Previously, he held senior roles at Australian Catholic University, including Head of Marketing and Associate Deputy Head of School. He teaches Design Thinking, Innovation Management, New Ventures Development, and Business-to-Business Marketing. His research explores entrepreneurial marketing dynamics in start-ups, particularly customer-firm relationships and innovation processes. Research Focus: Ahmadi's work centers on how new ventures leverage marketing-technology capabilities, with recent studies examining emotional drivers of sustainable consumption (e.g., tourism food waste reduction) and digital engagement mechanisms (e.g., livestream commerce). His multi-method approaches reveal psychological underpinnings of consumer decisions in evolving market contexts. Industry Background: Brings 10 years of industry experience as an entrepreneur and marketing manager in telecommunications, informing his applied research on technology commercialization and B2B innovation processes.
Alan Yang is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), where he serves as the Director of the MSBA Program. His research focuses on mobile computing, healthcare information systems, and mechanisms for incentivizing healthy behaviors. He actively engages in teaching innovation, exploring technology-enhanced methods to improve student outcomes. Ph.D. in Computer Information Systems, Georgia State University B.S. in Management Information Systems, University of Texas at Austin Alan Yang's scholarly work spans three domains: (1) AI applications in organizational agility and business performance, (2) cybersecurity and education technology integration, and (3) mobile health interventions for chronic care and elderly populations. His 2024-2025 publications address generative AI's strategic implications, explainable AI frameworks, and post-quantum cryptography education. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. Alan Yang's research emphasizes both theoretical rigor and practical implementation, with methodological foundations in conceptual modeling, empirical analysis, and human-centered design principles.
Hsin-Ju Tsai is a Senior Lecturer in Strategic Management affiliated with the Department of Materials. Her work bridges multinational corporation dynamics, innovation management, and sustainable business practices. PhD in International Business (2009), Manchester Business School MBA (2003), National Cheng Kung University Research focuses on knowledge transfer in MNCs, innovation development in multi-unit organizations, and CSR strategies in fashion retailing. She employs quantitative methods to analyze global corporate governance and sustainability frameworks. Recent publications explore CSR activity design, capital market impacts on investment efficiency, and collaborative learning models. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals like responsible consumption and innovation. Best Paper Award, International Conference (2016) Teaching Excellence Award (2021) She leads the Design Fashion Business research group and supervises four projects, contributing to knowledge on subsidiary networks and corporate social responsibility.
Јусуф Зеќири serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Business and Economics, South East European University (SEEU) in Tetovo, North Macedonia, where he has been employed since October 2005. His current full-time position follows progressive roles including Director of SEEU's E-Learning Center (2015-2020) and Prodean of the Faculty of Business and Economics (2009-2010), demonstrating sustained institutional commitment and leadership. His academic credentials feature dual doctoral degrees: a Doctor of Business Administration from SMC University, Switzerland (2007-2011) specializing in Marketing, and a Doctor of Economic Sciences from Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje (2009-2011) focused on International Business. Additional qualifications include a Master's in International Trade from Ss Cyril and Methodius University and University of Rennes, France (2002-2006), and foundational training in English Language and Literature from Al-Azhar University, Cairo (1990-1995). Zeqiri's research explores cultural intersections in consumer behavior , particularly examining how religious identity (Islamic contexts), digital transformation , and socioeconomic transitions shape market dynamics. His work spans green consumerism in Türkiye , halal tourism positioning , and pandemic-era e-learning adaptation across Balkan universities. This cross-disciplinary approach bridges Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Higher Education through rigorous quantitative methodologies. Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) digital commerce evolution examining social media's role in purchase decisions across fashion, food, and luxury sectors; (2) culture-driven consumer psychology investigating religious identity's impact on product adoption; and (3) institutional resilience in higher education during crises. His work consistently emphasizes comparative Balkan-Middle Eastern perspectives with methodological strengths in correspondence analysis and structural equation modeling. Scientific recognition includes: Extensive publication record in Scopus-indexed journals including Technological Forecasting and Social Change and British Food Journal Cross-national research spanning 15+ countries with focus on Muslim-majority markets Leadership in SEEU's digital education infrastructure through E-Learning Center directorship His advisory capacity remains unquantified in available records, though his 19-year academic career suggests significant mentorship of business students. Current research priorities appear focused on post-pandemic educational restructuring and ethical dimensions of Islamic marketing, leveraging his multilingual proficiency (Albanian native; English, French, Arabic fluent) for transnational collaboration. Zeqiri's institutional impact is anchored in SEEU's E-Learning Center development, where he pioneered blended learning frameworks validated during the COVID-19 transition. His team currently investigates AI-enhanced educational personalization and gender-inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystems in transition economies, maintaining SEEU's regional leadership in business education innovation.
Dr. Seong-Jong Joo is a Professor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management in the Department of Operational Sciences at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Saint Louis University (1995), an MBA from the same institution (1992), and a B.S. in Military Science (Operations Research) from the Korea Air Force Academy (1982). Prior to academia, he served 21 years in the Republic of Korea Air Force as a Supply Officer, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel with extensive experience in logistics and supply chain operations. Research Interests: Logistics and Supply Chain Optimization Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) for Performance Benchmarking Operations Research Applications Public Health Policy Analysis Military Logistics and Maintenance Systems Awards and Recognition: School of Business Outstanding Professor Award (2014, 2012) Enterprise Rent-A-Car Student’s Choice Award (2012) Certification of Appreciation for International Program Contributions (2012) Recognition for Student Support (TRiO Program, 2007) Meritorious Mention Award for Best Published Paper in Health Informatics (2014) Grants and Research: Funded studies on Defense Logistics Information Systems (2000–2001) Analysis of Wartime Spare Parts Requirements (2001) Advancements in DEA applications across industries (Healthcare, Banking, Aviation) Labs/Teams: Involved in AFIT’s Operational Sciences Department initiatives, focusing on military logistics and interdisciplinary supply chain research.
Dr. Vishal Bindroo is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics, Indiana University South Bend. He focuses on strategic marketing, customer behavior, and innovation within business ecosystems. His research explores topics such as mergers & acquisitions' impact on marketing capabilities, brand extension strategies, and customer satisfaction dynamics. He engages with community partners like the Rose Lee Boutique and Small Business Development Center to bridge academic insights with practical business solutions. His research interests span Marketing Strategy , Customer Experience Design , and Innovation Management , with a particular emphasis on how organizational decisions (e.g., alliances, brand extensions) influence consumer perceptions and market outcomes. Recent work examines supplier clusters' role in driving innovation and the psychological drivers of repurchase intentions. Dr. Bindroo's publications highlight trends in analyzing brand extension evaluations , customer segmentation for innovation , and retail alliance effectiveness . His work often integrates quantitative methodologies to explore nonlinear relationships in consumer decision-making processes. Community engagement is a core part of his academic mission, collaborating with local businesses to enhance practical applications of marketing principles. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to engaged scholarship reflect a commitment to impactful research.
Insu Park is an Associate Professor at Dakota State University's College of Business & Information Systems, specializing in Information Systems and Management. His research focuses on E-commerce, Healthcare Analytics, Information Privacy, and Behavioral Issues in IS. He holds a Ph.D. from SUNY Buffalo and degrees from Hanyang University. Ph.D., Management - State University of New York, Buffalo (2007) M.S., Marketing - Hanyang University (Seoul) B.A., Business Administration - Hanyang University (Seoul) Research interests emphasize privacy in surveillance contexts, consumer behavior in digital environments, and resilience in healthcare systems. Key publications explore IS misuse in disasters, adaptive personalization in e-commerce, and crowdsourcing's impact on organizational knowledge. Notable awards include the Joseph A. Alutto Fellowship (2007-2010). Grants include South Dakota Board of Regents funding (2016-2017) and DSU's Competitive Research grant (2014-2016). His work bridges technical IS challenges with human-centric factors, particularly in crisis scenarios and virtual work environments. Research grants: 10+ projects in IS resilience, healthcare systems, and knowledge management. Presentations: Over 50 conference talks at ICIS, AMCIS, and AOM. He leads studies on secure knowledge management and has collaborated on cybersecurity frameworks for extreme events. His lab focuses on behavioral analytics in digital systems.
Dr Iman Aghaei is a Lecturer in Marketing and Strategy at Bournemouth University Business School , where he also serves as Programme Leader for the MSc Marketing programmes. His research focuses on marketing innovation, sustainable consumption, consumer decision-making, and branding, contributing to high-quality publications and supporting SDGs related to health, education, and sustainability. Education: PhD in Business Administration - Marketing (2019), MSc in Systems Management and Productivity (2013), BSc (Hons) in Mining Engineering (2006), PGCE in Education Practice (2025) Dr Aghaei’s research explores the intersection of marketing theory and practice, with recent work addressing sustainable consumption patterns, healthcare marketing, and the role of digital platforms in consumer behavior. His studies often employ empirical methods like moderated mediation analysis and Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to investigate decision-making dynamics in diverse contexts. The 15 most recent publications highlight his focus on sustainable practices (e.g., green purchasing intentions, TQM in healthcare), consumer behavior (digital lifestyles, complaint intentions), and service quality (physician communication, hotel marketing). These works span disciplines including healthcare management, environmental psychology, and technology-mediated consumer engagement. Awards: Emerald Literati Award of Excellence (2020) With over a decade of industry experience prior to academia, Dr Aghaei brings practical insights to his teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in marketing, strategy, and consultancy. He has reviewed 150+ articles for top-tier journals and maintains active roles in academic peer review.
Pooja Chopra is a Lecturer in the Department of Management of Complex Systems at University of California, Merced. Her research focuses on applications of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and healthcare technology, with significant contributions to e-commerce and sustainable systems. Her research interests encompass: Artificial Intelligence and machine learning applications Cybersecurity in generative systems Healthcare technology integration Cloud computing optimization Fintech and consumer behavior analysis Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on AI-driven solutions across healthcare, cybersecurity, and consumer technology domains. Her work consistently bridges theoretical AI concepts with practical applications in wearables, payment systems, and cloud infrastructure. Dr. Chopra maintains an active research program focusing on technology adoption patterns and computational modeling of consumer behavior.
Heshan Sun is a Professor and the Richard Van Horn Professor of IT and Analytics at the University of Oklahoma's Price College of Business, within the Management Information Systems (MIS) division. He coordinates the MIS Ph.D. program and holds editorial roles at prestigious journals like MIS Quarterly and Journal of the Association for Information Systems . His research focuses on human-AI interaction, business analytics, and online crowd behavior, with over 60 publications in top-tier journals. Dr. Sun teaches at all academic levels and has received multiple teaching awards, including the Houston and Mary Jo Johnson Master Teacher Award (2020). He actively contributes to academic service, shaping research agendas in information systems and technology ethics. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing societal impacts of emerging technologies like algorithmic control and generative AI. Affiliations: Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma Editorial Roles: Senior Editor at MIS Quarterly , Journal of the Association for Information Systems , and AIS Transactions on HCI Research Impact: Over 3,000 citations across Google Scholar His research emphasizes mindfulness in technology use, adaptation behaviors, and the 'dark side' of technology, such as algorithmic dignity violations and AI failures. He explores how IT systems influence individual and organizational decision-making, particularly in extreme contexts like virtual reality and crisis management. Awards: Houston and Mary Jo Johnson Master Teacher Award (2020) Graduate Teaching Excellence Award MBA Professor of the Year Award Labs/Teams: Leads Price College's MIS research group, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of information systems and sociology. Active in conferences like ICIS and ECIS, promoting rigorous methodological approaches in IS research.
Ki Sang Ryu is a Full Professor in the Department of Food Service Management at Sejong University, specializing in Hospitality and Tourism Marketing . With a Ph.D. from Kansas State University, he has held academic positions at Sejong University since 2005 and previously at the University of New Orleans. Education: Ph.D., Kansas State University (2005) M.S., Texas Tech University (2002) B.S., Chonnam National University (1999) His research focuses on consumer behavior in hospitality, tourism marketing, and the impact of technology and sustainable design on behavioral intentions. Recent studies analyze e-learning fatigue, museum box repurchase behavior, and eco-friendly café consumption patterns. Key article trends include the intersection of product design , digital engagement , and sustainability in hospitality and tourism contexts, with methodologies ranging from structural modeling to comparative cross-cultural analysis. Scientific Awards: Marquis Who’s Who in the World Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award IBC Man of the Year 2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century (IBC) Top 100 Educators (IBC) Excellent Researcher Awards at Sejong University As a coordinating editor for the International Journal of Hospitality Management , Ryu has published 89 refereed journal articles with over 5,103 Scopus citations. His expertise spans hospitality marketing, consumer intent modeling, and sustainable design.
Dr. Sumiko Cheng Chun Yi is a Senior Lecturer at UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College, School of Business, with additional affiliation to the School of Hospitality Tourism and Culinary Arts from May 2013 to January 2025. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Hospitality and Tourism (ongoing at UOW Malaysia), a Master of Science in Tourism Development from Universiti Sains Malaysia (2011-2013), and a BSc in Public Management with a minor in Tourism from Universiti Utara Malaysia (2007-2010). Dr. Cheng's research spans multiple disciplines at the intersection of business, technology, and hospitality. Her primary research interests include: Business management and human resources Educational psychology and e-learning Marketing and consumer behavior Tech-tourism and hospitality management Artificial intelligence applications in tourism and education Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on innovative approaches to tourism and education, particularly examining virtual tourism experiences, consumer behavior in coffee houses, and the impact of AI on the tourism industry. Dr. Cheng has adopted a multidisciplinary approach that combines insights from business management, psychology, and technology to address contemporary challenges in hospitality and education. Dr. Cheng has received numerous awards recognizing her contributions to teaching and innovation: Teaching Excellence Award 2024 EBSCOhost Game Winner (Runner-up) 2024 10 years long Service Award 2023 Special Recognition Award for Most Likes on YouTube Channel 2021 Global Inspiring Women's Award 2020 Innovation Award Winner 2020 As an educator, Dr. Cheng has supervised 54 undergraduate students and serves in multiple academic roles including Academic internal auditor team leader, Buncee ambassador, Wakelet Community Leader, and moderator of the Teaching and Learning Committee. She is known for her innovative teaching methods, incorporating AI tools and digital platforms to enhance student learning experiences in social media marketing and public relations courses.
Dr. Purva Sharma is an Associate Professor at the University of Niagara Falls Canada with 14 years of combined academic and corporate experience. She holds a PhD in Marketing and Corporate Strategy, an MBA, and a BBA. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes interactive learning, real-world case studies, and inclusive environments for diverse student backgrounds. She also designs corporate training in business communication and soft skills. Research Expertise Professor Sharma's research spans: Luxury brand management and consumer behavior Emerging market dynamics and branding strategies Digital marketing innovations and generational trends Corporate strategy development Her recent publications in the Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services (2024) and Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration (2021) analyze luxury consumption patterns in emerging economies, with forthcoming work on sustainability and gender neutrality in luxury markets.
