Cristina Bettinelli is a full professor in the Department of Management at the University of Bergamo. She serves as Director of the MSc Program in International Management and Marketing (IMM) and Director of the Center for Young and Family Enterprise (CYFE). Her research focuses on family business governance , entrepreneurial firm innovation , and internationalization , with publications in journals like Family Business Review , Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice , and Journal of Family Business Strategy . Member of editorial boards: Family Business Review , Journal of Family Business Strategy Professional activities: Innovative training projects, Marketing Lhab research group (since 2024) Scientific Awards: Best Contribution to Practice Paper (2024) - IFERA Best Unpublished Research Paper Award (2022, 2015) - FFI Multiple Best Paper Awards/Nominations - IFERA, EIASM, ICSB Family Business Review Best Paper Award (2012) Recent Research Trends: Analyzes family firm dynamics, pandemic response behaviors, cross-border e-commerce strategies, and B corporation ethics. Her 2024-2025 publications emphasize organizational identity , crisis management , and strategic governance .
Paolo Sellari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Sapienza University of Rome, where he contributes significantly to research and teaching in political and economic geography, geopolitics, and infrastructure security. He is affiliated with the research group Geopolitics of the Sea and plays a key role in the Master in Geopolitics and Global Security , contributing to curriculum development and academic supervision. Department: Department of Political Science University: Sapienza University of Rome Email: paolo.sellari@uniroma1.it His research interests span a broad yet interconnected spectrum, including maritime geopolitics, Mediterranean and Arctic strategic dynamics, Chinese foreign policy (especially the Belt and Road Initiative), infrastructure as instruments of power, and the geopolitics of climate change. He also explores unconventional intersections such as sports and geopolitics. His scholarly work emphasizes spatial dimensions of power, resilience, and connectivity in a rapidly transforming global order. The analysis of his recent publications (2023–2025) reveals a strong thematic consistency focused on maritime routes, infrastructure security, and the evolving geopolitical roles of the Mediterranean and Arctic regions. His work frequently addresses the interplay between physical geography and power projection, with a particular interest in how climate change, technological evolution, and strategic investments reshape global and regional orders. He contributes to both academic journals and reference works, including the Italian Encyclopedia. While specific scientific awards are not listed in the provided texts, his consistent publication record in reputable venues and leadership in advanced academic programs suggest recognition within the academic community. Sellari advises students through the Master in Geopolitics and Global Security and is involved in organizing seminars and educational content. Although no direct mention of grants is made, his editorial roles and institutional leadership imply active engagement in academic projects and collaborations. He supervises thesis work and contributes to academic discourse through prefaces, introductions, and editorial reviews. He is a core member of the Geopolitics of the Sea research group, which focuses on maritime spatial dynamics, naval security, and the geopolitical implications of oceanic infrastructure and climate change. This group serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research connecting geography, political science, and security studies.
Oumaima Lahmar is a researcher in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Bergamo, specializing in corporate finance, sustainability, and financial communication. Her work explores ESG factors, cultural finance, reputational risk in European banking, and AI applications in financial information systems. Ph.D. in Economics and Business Administration, University of Cagliari Master's in International Management, University of Cagliari Bachelor's in Business Administration, Tunis Business School Her research focuses on financial market dynamics, cultural finance, and AI-driven financial transparency. Recent publications analyze ESG reputational risk, gender differences in informal enterprises, and AI-enhanced financial information accessibility across journals like Research in International Business and Finance and International Review of Financial Analysis . Dr. Lahmar serves as Associate Editor for Research in International Business and Finance and the International Journal of Financial Services Management , and participates in the Communication Committee at the University of Bergamo's Department of Management.
Federico Mangiò is a Tenure Track Researcher (Assistant Professor) at the Department of Business Sciences, University of Bergamo. He also holds visiting scholar positions at Southern Denmark University (SDU, Odense, Denmark) and Cardiff Business School (Wales, United Kingdom). His academic career is focused on the intersection of branding, digital platforms, and market dynamics in technological industries. Dr. Mangiò earned his PhD in Business and Law from the University of Bergamo. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in both business administration and legal frameworks relevant to modern marketing practices. His research primarily explores the intersection of branding and the digital platform ecosystem using text-as-data and digital methods approaches. Mangiò's work examines market dynamics in technological industries, with particular focus on social media marketing, brand communication strategies, and consumer engagement patterns. His research methodology emphasizes quantitative analysis of digital footprints and social media interactions to understand contemporary branding challenges. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward examining emerging digital marketing phenomena including Web 3.0 applications, ASMR marketing techniques, woke branding, and the impact of misinformation on brand reputation. His work spans multiple subfields within digital marketing, with increasing attention to ethical considerations in brand communications and the psychological impacts of digital marketing strategies. SIM-BNL Award for Best Doctoral Thesis (2023) Dr. Mangiò is an active member of the Junior Faculty Community of the Italian Marketing Society. He participates in the Marketing Lhab applied research group within the Department of Management, which collaborates with companies on market research, marketing strategies, and branding initiatives. He has contributed to the 2022 PRIN grant titled BUMOLDS, demonstrating his involvement in significant research funding projects. Within the Department of Business Sciences, Mangiò contributes to research initiatives focused on digital marketing innovation and brand management. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through the Marketing Lhab group, which connects faculty expertise with industry needs in marketing strategy and consumer engagement.
Barbara Bigliardi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering and Architecture, University of Parma, with national scientific qualification for full professor in Economic-Management Engineering (SSD ING-IND/35). She serves as President of the Management Engineering Program at University of Parma and Director of Bachelor's/Master's programs at University of San Marino, co-leading double-degree initiatives between the two institutions. Over 100 publications (57 SCOPUS-indexed) with H-index=20 Editorial roles: Cambridge Scholars Publishing (2019), MDPI Sustainability, Sci, European Journal of Innovation Management Key research areas: Open Innovation, Technology Transfer, Food Industry Innovation, Industry 4.0, Supply Chain Sustainability Recent Publications (2024-2025) demonstrate leadership in: Industry 4.0 integration with circular economy AI applications in public administration and healthcare Digitalization of food supply chains Green startup resource orchestration Simulation-based optimization in remanufacturing Sustainable additive manufacturing Scientific Recognition : 2005 Emerald Highly Commended Award 2013 Most Cited Paper in Trends in Food Science & Technology 2019 Highly Cited Paper in Review of Policy Research Research Leadership includes: National Observatory on Start-ups (President since 2021) National Observatory on Reputation (Vice President since 2019) INAIL-funded mobile risk assessment systems (2018-2020) INAF space technology transfer projects (2018-present) Academic Contributions : Supervised over 300 theses Deputy Coordinator of Industrial Engineering Doctoral Program Director of Management Engineering Programs (Parma & San Marino) Founder of academic spin-offs: Sistemi per il marketing di contenuto S.r.l. (2016-present), Univenture SrL (2006-2010)
Deborah Agostino is an Associate Professor of Management Accounting at Politecnico di Milano and a core faculty member at Polimi Graduate School of Management. She teaches financial and management accounting in executive and post-graduate courses and serves on the scientific committee of the EIASM Public Sector Conference. Her research focuses on performance measurement and digital innovation in public sector and cultural institutions. Education: PhD in Management Economics and Industrial Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Master of Science in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano Her research explores digital technologies' impact on management accounting, particularly social media integration into performance measurement systems of cultural institutions. She investigates challenges in digital transformation and data-driven decision-making in public organizations. Key trends in her publications include digital innovation in museums, crisis management during pandemics, and big data applications in cultural sectors. Her work emphasizes online engagement tools, hybrid organizational governance, and social media's role in public accountability. Scientific Awards: Highly cited research in Public Relations Review for 'Using social media to engage citizens: A study of Italian municipalities' Deborah contributes to academic courses in accounting, finance, and heritage management. She leads the REMAPS Research Group (www.remaps.polimi.it), focusing on digital transformation in public and cultural sectors.
Gemma Catolino is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Salerno, and affiliated with the Software Engineering (SeSa) Lab. She has also served as an Assistant Professor at Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology through the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science from September 2022 to December 2023, and previously as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Delft University of Technology and Tilburg/Eindhoven institutions. PhD in Computer Science, University of Salerno (2020), supervised by Prof. Filomena Ferrucci MSc in Management and Information Technology, University of Salerno (2016, magna cum laude) BSc in Computer Science, University of Molise (2014) Her research centers on empirical software engineering, focusing on both technical and social aspects affecting software development. Key areas include code smells, defect prediction, testability, changeability, and the emerging concept of “Community Smells”—social dysfunctions in developer teams. She investigates how human factors, team diversity (especially gender), and developer experience influence software quality and maintenance effort, often using mining software repositories and machine learning techniques. Her recent publications span high-impact journals and conferences such as IEEE TSE, EMSE, JSS, ICSE, and ICSME, with a strong trend toward integrating social and technical metrics for just-in-time defect prediction in mobile applications, analyzing community dynamics, and applying software quality metrics to cybersecurity contexts like dark web analysis. She has also contributed to MLOps and serverless computing. She has received several honors including a DEI research grant (2020), Best Technical Paper at BENEVOL 2019, first and second place in ACM Student Research Competitions (2018, 2017), and the Best Master Thesis award from the Italian Software Metrics Association (2017). Gemma Catolino has been actively engaged in academic service as a referee for top journals like IEEE TSE, EMSE, JSS, and IST, guest editor for special issues, and program/organizing committee member for major conferences including ICSE, MSR, SANER, and MobileSoft, where she served as Program Co-Chair in 2022. She has also contributed as a teaching assistant, lecturer, and course coordinator in machine learning and software engineering courses. She leads and contributes to research projects involving international collaborations, particularly with researchers such as Prof. Filomena Ferrucci, Prof. Andy Zaidman, Prof. Willem-Jam van den Heuvel, and Prof. Alexander Serebrenik. Her work bridges empirical software engineering with practical tool development and socio-technical analysis, positioning her at the forefront of modern software engineering research.
Professor Argyro Elisavet Manoli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management at the University of Bergamo, Italy, and serves as Vice-Director of the MSc Program in International Management and Marketing. With a Doctorate in Marketing Communications Management from the University of Teesside, UK, an MBA from the University of Liverpool, and a BSc from Athens University of Economics and Business, she brings extensive academic credentials to her role. Her research focuses on marketing communications management, brand management, and integrity management, primarily in the sports industry. She serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Strategic Marketing and Managing Sport Leisure and is a member of the editorial boards of Leisure Studies, Journal of Sport Marketing and Sponsorship, and the International Journal of Sport Communication. Her work demonstrates a strong emphasis on sustainability in sports organizations, crisis management in sports contexts, and digital transformation of fan engagement. Professor Manoli's scholarly output shows a clear trajectory toward examining environmental and social sustainability in sports business, with her 2024-2025 publications revealing increased focus on sustainable practices within national sports federations, environmental change implementation through human resource management, and sustainability frameworks across European football associations. Her research bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications for sports organizations. Education Doctorate in Marketing Communications Management - University of Teesside, UK Master of Business Administration - University of Liverpool, UK Bachelor of Science - Athens University of Economics and Business Scientific Recognition Research funding from the European Union Research funding from the Economic Social Research Council Research funding from the British Academy Research presented in the European Parliament Research cited internationally in public policy Professional Activities Following a professional career as a marketeer in the sports industry, Professor Manoli maintains strong industry connections. She has developed and delivered training and research programs for sports organizations including the Barcelona Innovation Hub. She is currently a member of the Marketing Lhab research group at the University of Bergamo, which collaborates with companies on market research, marketing, and branding strategies. She teaches MARKET RESEARCH and MARKETING STRATEGIES courses for the Master's program in International Management and Marketing.
Paola Magnani is an Associate Professor at Università Bocconi, where she teaches courses in COMPANY AND BUSINESS LAW and INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY . She holds a Master’s in Economics and Social Sciences from Bocconi and a Ph.D. in Intellectual Property Law from Università degli Studi di Pavia. Her research focuses on intellectual property law, competition law, and legal challenges in cultural institutions such as museums. She has published extensively on trademark law, EU regulatory frameworks, trade secrets, and the interplay between private and collective interests in legal protection. Her publications analyze topics like non-distinctive trademark use, the economic foundations of trade secret protection, and the exploitation of copyright in museum collections. Recent work addresses EU directives (e.g., 2016/943) and their impact on balancing private and public legal interests. Magnani’s scholarship bridges legal theory with practical applications in cultural heritage management and scientific exhibitions. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. Her teaching and research emphasize intellectual property’s role in business law and cultural projects. Past teaching roles and further professional activities are noted but not detailed here. No lab or team affiliations are mentioned.
Maria Giuseppina Pacilli is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Perugia, Italy. She specializes in teaching and researching Social Psychology, Digital Media Psychology, and Ethics of Organizations. She leads courses in Political Science, Communication Studies, Social Work, and Public Policy. Her research focuses on social psychology of digital media, gender-based violence, moral judgments in victimization cases, and organizational ethics. Recent work examines sextortion victim perceptions, gender roles in corruption, and pandemic-related scapegoating. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2018, addressing topics like LGBTQ+ stigma, bystander intervention in intimate partner violence, and cultural variations in collective action intentions for gender equality. Her teaching responsibilities include: Psychology and Ethics of Organizations (LM45/LM47) Digital Media Psychology (LM95) Social Policy Planning (LM47) Communication Studies (L146) Notable research themes include: Cross-cultural moral judgments about gendered victimization Psychological mechanisms behind victim-blaming Digital media's impact on social norms Political communication strategies in public policy Her work combines experimental social psychology methods with qualitative analyses of policy impacts, contributing to both academic and applied knowledge in organizational ethics and gender studies.
Roberto Valandro is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics, University of Trieste, where he serves as a member of the Department's Board, President of the Joint Board of Studies, and Vice-Coordinator of the Doctoral Studies Boards for multiple physics doctoral programs (cycles XXXIV-XXXIX). He leads the String Compactifications research group within the Fields and Strings research strand of the Theoretical Physics division. Professor Valandro's research focuses on three main pillars: Strings on Singular Manifolds and Quantum Field Theories , where he uses geometric engineering to translate M-theory geometries into five-dimensional effective field theories; T-Branes , investigating bound states of D6-branes and their M-theory interpretation; and String Phenomenology , exploring connections between string theory and observable physics through both top-down and bottom-up approaches. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong concentration on 5-dimensional physics emerging from string compactifications, Calabi-Yau geometry, and the relationship between geometric structures and quantum field theories. His work frequently involves international collaborations, particularly with researchers from SISSA and other leading institutions in theoretical physics. As a dedicated mentor, Professor Valandro supervises PhD students including Chiara Crinò, Andrea Sangiovanni, and Davide Bason. His leadership extends to significant institutional roles, including serving as President of the Joint Board of Studies and Vice-Coordinator of multiple doctoral programs, demonstrating his commitment to academic governance and the development of future physicists. At the forefront of theoretical physics research, Professor Valandro continues to advance our understanding of string compactification and its implications for fundamental physics, contributing to Trieste's reputation as a global hub for theoretical physics research.
Giorgio Mion is an Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Verona's Department of Management since 2011. He holds roles including Director of the post-lauream course in 'Business Ethics ‘Giorgio Zanotto’' and President of the Department's Quality Assurance Committee. His academic career includes a PhD from the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice (2003) and leadership in university governance (Academic Senate and Board of Governors roles). Research focuses on virtue ethics in business, sustainability management in non-profits, and hybrid organizations. He has contributed to over 50 publications, emphasizing CSR, accounting education, and organizational ethics. Teaching spans courses in Business Accounting, Business Ethics, and Non-Profit Management across multiple degree programs. Awarded roles include Referent for the 'Contamination Lab - Management' and participation in third mission initiatives like the ADOA Conference and Festival Biblico. Active in interdisciplinary research groups such as Hybrid Organizations and Charismatic Organizations studies, he also oversees professional development programs in ethical management and socio-sanitary services.
Günter Schamel is a tenured full professor at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (Italy), affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Management. His research focuses on the economics of wine, tourism, and agricultural cooperatives. He holds a PhD from Cornell University and an MSc from UC Davis. Previously, he was a professor at Humboldt University Berlin and held visiting positions at institutions like Iowa State University and the University of Adelaide. He teaches courses including Environmental and Resource Economics, Experiential Tourism, and Wine Economics. His work explores topics such as wine market integration, sustainability in tourism, and cooperative performance. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Wine Economists (AAWE) and serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Wine Economics . His recent research includes studies on post-pandemic wine consumption patterns, CAP reform impacts, and sustainable tourism modeling.
Dr. Silvia Sanasi is an Assistant Professor in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the Department of Economics and Management, Faculty of Economics and Management, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy. She is also an affiliate of the Centre for Family Business Management and contributes to executive education at the POLIMI Graduate School of Management. She teaches 'Design Thinking and Prototyping' in the Master in Entrepreneurship and Innovation and 'Case Study Research' in the joint PhD Program in Management with the University of Trento. She has been elected as a Representative-at-large for the Academy of Management's Strategizing Activities and Practices (SAP) interest group starting in 2025. Education: Ph.D. in Management, Politecnico di Milano, School of Management (cum laude) M.Sc. in Management Engineering, Politecnico di Milano (major: Design Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship) B.Sc. in Architecture and Urban Studies, Politecnico di Milano Her research focuses on strategy processes and practices, entrepreneurial experimentation, business model innovation, and the role of design in entrepreneurship. She explores how startups and firms innovate through experimentation, pivot during crises, and scale after market validation. Her work also investigates sustainable business model innovation through emerging technologies, particularly in the New Space Economy. She has conducted comparative case studies on agile experimentation, growth hacking, and crisis-driven strategic pivoting. Her recent publications span top-tier journals such as Academy of Management Perspectives , International Journal of Management Reviews , Journal of Business Research , Technovation , Long Range Planning , and Strategic Organization . These works reveal a strong trend toward understanding dynamic strategic processes, the interplay between design and entrepreneurship, and the role of technology in enabling sustainable innovation. Scientific Awards: Finalist, Outstanding Dissertation Award, Academy of Management STR Division Dr. Sanasi has advised and collaborated with multiple researchers and has been a visiting researcher at the Institute of Innovation Management, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich (2020–2021). She is accredited as an Associate Professor in Economics and Management and Management Engineering by the Italian Ministry of University and Research. She has also taught Design Thinking at USI - Università della Svizzera italiana. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical relevance, particularly in entrepreneurial education and innovation management. Labs and Research Centers: Centre for Family Business Management, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano Extended Faculty, POLIMI Graduate School of Management Senior Research Collaborator, “Hi-Tech Startups” applied research center, Politecnico di Milano
Riccardo Resciniti is a Full Professor at the University of Sannio, working within the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM). His academic position falls under the SECS-P/08 classification for Business Economics and Management. Based in De Simone Palace at the University, Professor Resciniti maintains an active research profile with over 180 publications spanning more than two decades. Professor Resciniti's research primarily focuses on contemporary marketing challenges, with particular expertise in brand activism, consumer behavior in cross-border contexts, and international business strategies. His recent work examines how brands engage in political and social issues, analyzing consumer perceptions of authenticity in activist branding. He has conducted significant research on cross-border acquisitions, investigating how psychic distance and corporate reputation affect consumer reactions to international mergers and acquisitions. His publication record shows a clear evolution from early work on e-commerce internationalization and biotechnology industry analysis toward more recent, high-impact research on brand activism. The 2022-2024 period has been particularly productive, with multiple publications examining the nuances of authentic brand activism and consumer responses to politically engaged brands. Professor Resciniti frequently collaborates with researchers including Antonella Cammarota, Vittoria Marino, and Michela Matarazzo, forming a productive research team that has generated numerous publications in marketing and business journals. His research methodology often combines quantitative experimental designs with qualitative text analysis, as evidenced by his Instagram comment analysis in recent brand activism studies. His work on cross-border acquisitions represents a significant contribution to understanding consumer behavior in international business contexts, particularly regarding how consumers react to foreign ownership of domestic brands. This research has practical implications for companies engaging in international expansion through acquisition strategies.
