Stacey Jacobsen is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University (SMU), and holds the Fabacher Endowed Professorship of Alternative Asset Management. She received her PhD in Finance from Indiana University in 2011 and an undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University. Prior to her academic career, she worked as an investment banking analyst and strategy associate. PhD, Finance, Indiana University Undergraduate, Texas Christian University Her research focuses on Empirical Corporate Finance and Market Microstructure , with a particular emphasis on liquidity analysis, corporate bond markets, and investor behavior. Her work combines empirical studies with quantitative finance methodologies to explore financial market dynamics, transaction cost analysis, and strategic corporate finance decisions. Stacey's publications in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, and Management Science reflect her expertise in liquidity measurement, market microstructure, and corporate finance. These works often bridge theoretical finance with real-world market outcomes, covering subfields like high-speed trading, market efficiency, and empirical analysis of financial strategies. She teaches FINA 6238 Financial Modeling , integrating her research insights into practical financial analysis tools.
Arman Eshraghi is a Professor of Finance and Investment at Cardiff Business School , with 15 years of academic and industry experience. He founded the Cardiff Fintech Research Group , leads the Digital Transformation Innovation Institute 's fintech theme, and co-directs the Behavioral Finance Working Group . He serves as Editor-in-Chief of International Review of Economics and Finance and Senior Editor in multiple journals. Key academic appointments: Cardiff University (2018–present), University of Edinburgh (2013–18) International fellowships: Development Bank of Japan, University of Canterbury (New Zealand), UCL Industry engagement: Federal Reserve Bank (NY), Alan Turing Institute, CFA Society UK, CityUK Research Focus: Behavioral finance, corporate finance, financial technology, and interdisciplinary accounting. His work examines retail investor psychology, fund manager behavior, CEO decision-making, and fintech impacts on financial markets. He has published in Review of Financial Studies , Harvard Business Review , and Financial Times . Scientific Contributions: EFMD Global, Emerald Literati, and European Financial Group awards Keynote speaker at global conferences (New York, London, Mumbai, Frankfurt) Media citations in Financial Times , BBC , Forbes , and Bloomberg Teaching & Leadership: Delivers award-winning MSc/MBA/PhD courses in UK, Europe, and Asia. Holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice and Fellow of AdvanceHE. Designed executive programs for firms including Aetna CVS Health and Scottish Widows. Research Leadership: Co-organizes international conferences like the Cardiff Financial Technology Conference and European Financial Management Association Meeting . Supervises PhD students on topics spanning fintech, behavioral finance, and CEO lifestyle impacts.
Colin Clubb is Professor of Accounting and Financial Management at King’s Business School, King’s College London, where he is a member of the Accounting, Accountability, and Financial Management research group. He has previously held academic positions as Reader in Accounting at Imperial College London and Professor of Accounting at the University of Warwick from 2004 to 2009. His educational background includes: BA (Econ) in Accounting and Business Finance from the University of Manchester MSc in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics (LSE) PhD in Accounting from Imperial College London Professor Clubb's research focuses on theoretical models of accounting information in equity valuation and empirical analysis of accounting use in capital markets. He has a broad interest in financial statement analysis and the socio-economic context of accounting. His work explores topics such as earnings volatility, payout policy, classification shifting, and the value relevance of accounting metrics. He has developed and extended frameworks such as the Ohlson (1995) valuation model, contributing to both theoretical and applied accounting research. His recent publications show a consistent trend toward integrating structural accounting models with capital market outcomes, particularly in estimating expected returns, payout policy, and income classification. His research bridges theory and empirical validation, often using UK and international data. He has published in top journals including Review of Accounting Studies , Abacus , and Journal of Business Finance & Accounting . While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided texts, his work has been cited over 385 times, indicating significant academic impact. He has supervised research students and contributed to academic discourse through editorial roles, including editing the Blackwell Encyclopedia of Management Accounting . His collaborations include scholars such as Michael Walker, Dimitris Christodoulou, and Stephen McLeay. He is actively engaged in research and has no indication of retirement or part-time status. Professor Clubb is based at the Strand Campus in London and contributes to both research and teaching in financial accounting and valuation.
Sabri Boubaker is a Professor in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the School of Management , Swansea University. He holds a PhD from Université de Paris-Est and has an extensive publication record, with over 90 Scopus-indexed articles and 900+ citations. As co-founder of the Paris Financial Management Conference and the Vietnam Symposium in Banking and Finance , and President of the International Society for the Advancement of Financial Economics (ISAFE) , he is a key figure in empirical finance. He leads the Hawkes Seminar Series , attracting global speakers to engage with staff and students. His research focuses on ownership structure , control of listed companies , and the intersection of corporate governance with environmental finance . Recent work examines the impacts of climate policy , corporate carbon risk , and banking stability using advanced analytical frameworks like DEA-machine learning and MCDA . His supervision includes PhD projects in Islamic banking , though specific student names are not listed. Professor Boubaker’s publications span top-tier journals such as the Journal of Corporate Finance , Financial Management , and British Journal of Management , addressing topics like debt choice , sovereign wealth funds , and anti-corruption campaigns . He is an active member of the Hawkes Centre for Empirical Finance , contributing to global discourse on financial economics.
Professor Jamie Carlson is a Professor of Marketing and Deputy Head of School - Research at the Newcastle Business School, University of Newcastle. His expertise lies at the intersection of marketing, consumer behavior, and technology, with a focus on how organizations can better engage customers in increasingly digital environments. He has held significant leadership roles including Assistant Dean Research and Engagement (2018-2020) and Head of Marketing Discipline (2017-2018). Professor Carlson's educational background includes: PhD (Management) from the University of Newcastle Bachelor of Business (Honours) from the University of Newcastle Bachelor of Business from the University of Newcastle Professor Carlson's research program focuses on customer experience management, particularly at the customer-technology interface. His work spans three core areas: understanding customer engagement with physical and virtual channels, examining service design and consumer behavior in service industries, and investigating consumer adoption of e-health services. He emphasizes how consumers actively shape their consumption journeys, seeking both individualized and communal brand experiences across touchpoints, and how technology both creates value and presents challenges for consumer well-being. An analysis of Professor Carlson's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on digital transformation in marketing, with particular focus on omnichannel retailing, metaverse applications, social media engagement, and the psychological aspects of consumer behavior in digital environments. His work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, connecting marketing with information systems, psychology, and healthcare domains to address complex consumer behavior questions in our technology-driven world. Professor Carlson has received numerous prestigious awards for his scholarly contributions: 2025 Jay Lindquist Best Conference Paper Award at the Academy of Marketing Science World Marketing Congress 2023 Best paper in Digital and Social Media Marketing Track at Academy of Marketing Multiple Top Cited/Downloaded Article recognitions from International Journal of Information Management (2022) 2022 Best paper award in the Australasian Marketing Journal Multiple best paper awards at Academy of Marketing conferences (2014-2017) 2010 Vice-Chancellor's Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning As a principal supervisor for PhD, DBA, and Honours students, Professor Carlson has mentored numerous successful researchers who have gone on to academic positions at institutions worldwide including Maastricht University (Netherlands), Dortmund University (Germany), Macquarie University, UTS, and the University of Adelaide. His students have received faculty medals, best paper awards, and the prestigious Arizona State University Center for Service Leadership Research Scholarship. His supervision focuses on customer engagement in digital media, service experience management, relationship quality, emotional appeals in advertising, and drivers of group travel behavior. Professor Carlson's research is conducted through multinational and interdisciplinary collaborations aligned with the Australian government's 'Growth Through Innovation' agenda and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. His work connects marketing with information systems, psychology, and healthcare to develop frameworks for understanding e-service quality, online flow experiences, customer engagement, and value creation in digital environments.
Joan Farre-Mensa serves as Associate Professor and Interim Department Head of the Department of Finance at the University of Illinois Chicago, holding the Bielinski Family Faculty Scholar title. His research examines how firms' listing status (public vs. private) shapes financing environments and influences real/financial policies, with significant contributions to entrepreneurial and corporate finance literature. He earned his PhD in Economics from New York University in 2011. Prior academic appointments include six years as Assistant Professor at Harvard Business School, followed by roles as Senior Economist at Cornerstone Research and Visiting Assistant Professor at Northeastern University (2018-2019). His research program investigates IPO markets, private equity dynamics, patent finance, and financial constraints through rigorous empirical analysis. Recent work employs quasi-experimental designs to study regulatory impacts on capital formation, including how private equity market deregulation affects IPO activity and how patent systems influence startup employment. His publications consistently address real-world financing challenges faced by entrepreneurs and corporations. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2010-2025) reveals evolving focus from foundational corporate finance puzzles toward contemporary entrepreneurial finance issues, particularly tax policy effects on innovation and private market dynamics. Key trends include increasing interdisciplinary work bridging finance with intellectual property law and innovation economics. His scientific recognition includes: Bielinski Family Faculty Scholar Review of Financial Studies Referee of the Year Award (2022) Dr. Farre-Mensa currently serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis (2025-present) and Journal of Corporate Finance (2022-present), and Co-Editor for the Journal of Economics and Management Strategy (2024-present). No information regarding student advising or research grants appears in source materials. No research laboratories or collaborative teams are documented in the provided sources.
Victoria Dickinson is an Associate Professor and holder of the Lucian Minor Chair of Accountancy at the Patterson School of Accountancy, University of Mississippi. She specializes in financial statement analysis and firm lifecycle studies, with a focus on industrial organization’s impact on firm valuation. Her industry background includes roles at CBIZ/Mayer Hoffman McCann, Wells Fargo, and Lockheed Martin, complementing her academic expertise. Education: B.S. Accounting, Saint Cloud State University (1988) M.A. Accounting, Saint Cloud State University (1998) Ph.D. Business, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2006) Her research explores how financial metrics influence strategic decisions and investor behavior across firm lifecycle stages. Notable works include analyzing accruals estimation models and operating performance dynamics. Her publications span journals like Management Science and The Accounting Review . Awards & Recognition: 3× Outstanding Teacher of the Year (University of Mississippi) 2× Outstanding Researcher of the Year (University of Mississippi) J. Michael Cook Excellence in Teaching Award Warrington College of Business Teacher of the Year Her advising and grants section remains undisclosed. Dickinson’s work bridges academic rigor with real-world applications in corporate finance and accounting practices.
Professor Meziane Lasfer holds the position of Professor of Finance at Bayes Business School, City, University of London. He has been affiliated with the institution since 1990, contributing to academic leadership roles, including directing the MSc Finance and PhD programs. His expertise spans Applied Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, and Corporate Governance. He has held visiting professorships at institutions such as HEC Paris, University Paris Dauphine, and the University of Bologna. Education: He earned a PhD in Finance from the University of Bath (1985–1987), a Dip in Finance from the London School of Economics (1981–1982), and a BSc in Economics from an unknown institution. His research has been sponsored by organizations like the National Association of Pension Funds and the Institute of Chartered Accountants. Research Interests: His work focuses on dividend policy, capital structure, M&A, and corporate governance. Key themes include the impact of taxation on corporate decisions, insider trading dynamics, and institutional investor behavior. His findings are published in top journals like the Journal of Finance and frequently cited in financial media. Articles Trends: His recent publications analyze executive compensation, insider trading strategies, and M&A performance in high-risk environments. A common thread is exploring how governance structures and market inefficiencies shape corporate outcomes. Awards: Multiple Dean's Teaching Excellence Awards (1998, 2003, 2006, 2008) for outstanding pedagogical contributions. Advising & Grants: While no explicit student advising list is provided, his research has been funded by industry partners like BP and Land Securities-Trillium. He has advised on corporate recovery strategies and regulatory policies, with parliamentary discussions referencing his work on retirement savings. Labs & Collaborations: His research often involves international collaborations, reflecting his visiting appointments and global academic networks. Key areas of focus include cross-border governance and European market dynamics.
Jarrad Harford is a Professor of Finance and Business Economics and the Paul Pigott-PACCAR Professor in Business Administration at the University of Washington, where he has been a faculty member since 2001. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Oregon from 1997 to 2001. His academic credentials include: PhD, University of Rochester (1998) MS, University of Rochester (1996) BS, Pennsylvania State University (1993) Harford's research centers on corporate finance, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, business valuation, dividend policy, and stock splits. His current projects investigate innovation dynamics, political polarization's economic effects, merger conference call analysis, and skill acquisition in capital markets. His work consistently examines how corporate decisions impact firm value and shareholder wealth through rigorous empirical analysis. Analysis of his 2019-2024 publications reveals dominant themes in corporate governance monitoring mechanisms, merger wave propagation, and payout policy evolution. A significant research strand explores director influence on firm value and institutional investor monitoring, while another examines private equity value creation through comprehensive buyout datasets. His methodology frequently employs large-scale transactional analysis and event studies to establish causal relationships. His teaching excellence has been formally recognized through: Undergraduate Professor of the Year in Finance (2005, 2010, 2012, 2016, 2017) Interfraternity / Panhellenic Council Teaching Excellence Award (2011, 2013) William A. and Helen I. Fowler Endowment for Special Achievement in Finance (2009, 2013) Dean's Faculty Research Award (2008) ISMBA Excellence in Teaching Award (2006) Wells Fargo Faculty Award for Undergraduate Teaching (2005) Dean's Junior Faculty Research Award (2004) While specific advisee lists and grant details aren't provided in available materials, Harford's sustained research productivity indicates substantial mentoring of graduate students and consistent funding support throughout his 25-year academic career. His work demonstrates particular expertise in extracting causal insights from complex corporate transactions. No dedicated research laboratory or formal team structure is referenced in the source materials, though his collaborative publication pattern suggests active research partnerships across multiple institutions.
Sébastien DEREEPER is a Professor of Finance at SKEMA Business School and Université de Lille, France. He holds an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) and a Doctorate in Finance from Université de Lille. His academic career includes full-time positions since 2000, with roles such as Head of the Master of Banking and Finance at Université de Lille (2008–2018). His research focuses on corporate finance, banking, IPOs, and financial regulation, with publications in journals like Journal of Banking and Finance and Finance Research Letters . Key research interests include credit risk management, dividend policy, underwriting syndicates, and equity carve-outs. His work explores market dynamics in France and global contexts, addressing topics like bank credit rates, M&A outcomes, and state-ownership structures in emerging markets. DEREEPER has been actively involved in academic associations such as the Association Française de Finance (AFFI) and the Association Française des Trésoriers d'Entreprise (AFTE). His contributions span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and conference presentations, reflecting a strong engagement with both theoretical and applied financial research.
Marcel Paulssen is a Full Professor of Marketing at the Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM), University of Geneva, where he also serves as Director of the Institute of Management. He earned his Ph.D. from the Technische Universität Berlin and previously held positions as Assistant Professor at Humboldt University and as a visiting Fulbright Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. His academic career is complemented by industry experience in strategic marketing at Daimler AG. Dr. Paulssen’s research sits at the intersection of psychology and marketing, with a focus on understanding consumer behavior, brand and customer relationships, product quality perceptions, and the measurement of customer experience. His work spans both B2B and B2C contexts, exploring constructs such as brand attachment, relational norms, and the impact of product defects on consumer loyalty. He employs empirical and quantitative methods, often collaborating with companies for data access. The trends in his recent publications reflect a sustained focus on product quality, customer satisfaction, and behavioral outcomes, particularly in durable goods and service recovery contexts. His research integrates psychological constructs like attachment theory and attribution into marketing frameworks, contributing to both theoretical and managerial insights. Scientific Awards: Runner-up, Science Price of the German Marketing Association for best marketing dissertation in German-speaking countries Best Paper Award, IMP Conference 2007 Credit Suisse Award for Best Teaching Best Teaching Award Executive MBA Shortlisted for Reimagine Education Award (Oscar of Higher Education) Dr. Paulssen is an active mentor and educator, having received multiple teaching excellence awards. He has supervised numerous research projects and collaborated extensively with scholars such as Rick Bagozzi, Giuseppe Catenazzo, and Raphael Roulet. His research has been supported by grants from Credit Suisse, Daimler, Volkswagen, EADS, the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, and the Federal State of Berlin. He has been involved in founding two companies—www.factworks.com (research and analytics) and www.sofatutor.com (education technology)—through his collaboration with the Humboldt University incubator, reflecting his commitment to translating research into practical innovation.
Tom Chen is a Professor of Marketing and Director of Studies for MBA programmes at Kent Business School, University of Kent. He previously held an honorary position at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health, Australian National University, until 2024. His research centers on service research, marketing theory, and co-creation strategies, with emphasis on disruptive service systems such as smart cities, digital health platforms, and mental health engagement. He co-founded the Co-creation in Service and Customer Engagement (CCIS-CE) Symposium and the Sharing Smart Cities Consortium. His recent publications show a strong trend in customer well-being, digital interactions, psychological ownership, and stakeholder engagement, published in top-tier journals like Journal of Service Management , European Journal of Marketing , and Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science . Australia’s Research Field Leader in Marketing 2020 Tom Chen serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Services Marketing and Journal of Social Impact in Business Research , and is on the editorial boards of Journal of Service Theory and Practice and Service Industries Journal . He advises the EU Horizon Improva project on adolescent mental health platforms. While no direct grant information is listed, his leadership roles and advisory positions indicate active research funding and collaborative initiatives. He also contributes to academic governance through board membership with the American Marketing Association’s SERVSIG. He is involved in academic leadership through symposia and consortia, including the CCIS-CE Symposium and the Sharing Smart Cities Consortium, which foster transdisciplinary collaboration in service innovation and urban sustainability.
Dr. Prashanth Ravula is an Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Morgan State University, affiliated with the Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2018), an MSMR from the University of Texas at Arlington (2007), and an MBA from the University of Louisiana at Monroe (2006). Before joining Morgan State, he taught at New Jersey City University and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His industry experience spans marketing research, sales, and management consulting, enriching his academic contributions. Dr. Ravula’s research focuses on consumer behavior and marketing strategies, particularly leveraging quantitative models and Bayesian techniques to analyze Big Data. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical insights, addressing topics like sharing economy dynamics, online review effectiveness, and consumer decision-making in digital environments. Recent publications appear in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Retailing and International Journal of Research in Marketing . His research themes include the strategic use of social relationships in accommodation-sharing markets, gender influences in online reviews, and the impact of delivery performance on customer ratings. These studies reflect his expertise in marketing analytics, consumer psychology, and data-driven decision-making. Dr. Ravula has presented at conferences like the Society for Marketing Advances and the Marketing Science conference. His work addresses contemporary challenges in retail, e-commerce, and transportation economics, with implications for both academic and industry stakeholders.
Ilona Babenko is an Associate Professor of Finance at the W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University (ASU). Her research focuses on executive compensation design, insider trading, corporate financing policies, and political activism of corporations. She holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of California, Berkeley, and an M.S. in Physics from the University of Minnesota. Prior to ASU, she was an Assistant Professor at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and taught at Bocconi University and VGSF Business School. Her academic accolades include the 2014 Arditti Center for Risk Management Award, the 2012 Fidelity Fellowship, and multiple Best Paper Awards. She has published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Finance , Review of Financial Studies , and Management Science . Her work has been featured in New York Times , USA Today , and Forbes . Teaching includes courses like FIN 782: Theory of Finance II and FIN 361: Advanced Managerial Finance . She has received grants such as the CERG Competitive Research Grant (HK$480,000) and the RPC Competitive Research Grant (HK$150,000). Her consulting work includes expertise in corporate finance and executive compensation design for Fidelity Investments. Research interests span executive and non-executive compensation, insider trading dynamics, real options, and the political strategies of corporations. She maintains an active research presence through her website http://www.public.asu.edu/~ibabenko/ and Google Scholar profile.
Irina B. Mateus is an Associate Professor in Finance at Aalborg University Business School, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She joined Aalborg University in 2019 and remains an active researcher with a focus on corporate finance, corporate governance, and asset management. Education: PhD in Finance, specializing in Benchmark Indices, Alpha Creation, and Performance Persistence. Her research interests include: Corporate Finance (Cash Holdings, Capital Structure) Corporate Governance (Board Diversity) Asset Management (Mutual Funds Performance and Style Investments) Recent research output spans topics such as mutual fund performance persistence, climate risk reporting by pension funds, share repurchase dynamics, and VAT policy impacts on tourism. She collaborates internationally and has contributed to projects like 'Climate Risk Reporting by Pension Funds: International Evidence' funded by Denmark's Independent Research Fund. Scientific awards and specific student details are not explicitly listed in her profile.
