Wim VAN LENT is a Full Professor of Management at IÉSEG School of Management , France. He holds an HDR in Management from IAE Paris Sorbonne and a Ph.D. in Business Administration from ESSEC Business School. His academic career includes roles as Visiting Professor at Curtin University (Australia), Griffith University (Australia), and Researcher at the University of Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne. He coordinates the 'Strategy and Sustainability' track and is a member of the LEM research group. His research focuses on Management Strategy , Business Ethics , Innovation and Entrepreneurship , and Historical Methodology . Notable areas include corporate archives' strategic use, temporal dynamics in organizations, and ethical repair mechanisms. His work often employs historical case studies, such as the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and colonial-era corporations, to analyze organizational adaptation and institutional contradictions. Van Lent's publications span top journals like Academy of Management Review , Small Business Economics , and Business Ethics Quarterly . His recent studies explore periodization practices in organizations, entrepreneurial time narratives, and moral repair frameworks. Teaching includes international strategy and corporate social responsibility at the MSc level. His research bridges historical analysis with contemporary management challenges, emphasizing how understanding past institutional dynamics informs modern organizational behavior and ethical decision-making.
Wim A Van der Stede is a **Professor of Accounting and Financial Management** at the **London School of Economics (LSE)**, specifically within the **Department of Accounting**. He holds the prestigious **CIMA Professorship** and serves in leadership roles such as LSE Council Member and Houghton Street Ventures Advisory Board member. His research focuses on **management control systems**, **corporate governance**, **executive compensation**, and **performance measurement**, with notable contributions to understanding incentive systems and organizational design. He has authored influential books like *Management Control Systems: Performance Measurement, Evaluation, and Incentives*, translated into multiple languages. Van der Stede’s academic leadership includes editorial roles in top journals like *Management Accounting Research* (Editor-in-Chief 2015–2024), and he has received awards such as the LSE Teaching Excellence Award (2016/17) and the AAA Outstanding International Educator Award (2019). His work integrates empirical studies with practical insights, addressing topics like budgeting, innovation selection, and the impact of information technology on organizations. He actively contributes to global accounting discourse through research, teaching, and advisory roles.
Josep Llach is a Senior Lecturer at the Barcelona School of Management, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, and a part-time Professor Agregat in the Department of Business Administration, Management and Product Design at the University of Girona. He is an active researcher in innovation management, organizational innovation, sustainability, and operations, with extensive involvement in European and national research projects. University: University of Girona Department: Department of Business Administration, Management and Product Design Secondary Affiliation: Barcelona School of Management, Universitat Pompeu Fabra Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Part-Time: Yes His research focuses on the intersection of innovation, quality, and sustainability in manufacturing and service firms. He studies how lean practices, digital transformation, circular economy strategies, and green technologies impact firm performance. His work often employs advanced statistical methods such as structural equation modelling and fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward sustainability, digital transformation, and methodological robustness in empirical models. His work spans industries including manufacturing, hospitality, and education, with a methodological emphasis on survey-based research and configurational analysis. Scientific Awards: Emerald Literati Awards – Most Outstanding Paper in 2018 for 'Creating value through the balanced scorecard: how does it work?' Top Downloaded Paper 2018–2019: 'Socially responsible companies: Are they the best workplace for millennials?' Josep Llach has directed five doctoral theses and actively mentors PhD students. He collaborates with the Catalan University Quality Assurance Agency (AQU) as a methodological secretary in accreditation processes. His research is supported by multiple national and European grants, particularly through participation in the European Manufacturing Survey. He is a member of the Grup de Recerca Avançada sobre Dinàmica Empresarial i Impacte de les Noves Tecnologies a les Organitzacions (GRADIENT), a research group focused on organizational dynamics and the impact of new technologies.
T. Jake Smith is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. His primary appointment focuses on agricultural policy and environmental economics, with research examining how policies, technologies, and market structures impact economic and environmental outcomes in sectors like biofuels and livestock. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Iowa State University (2023) His research interests span agricultural economics, environmental policy, technology adoption, and market competition, with specific work on the Renewable Fuel Standard, genetically engineered crops, and beef industry dynamics. Notably, his Google Scholar publications reveal a parallel research stream in human resource management, covering high-performance work systems, employee well-being, and strategic HRM—a divergence not explained in his institutional profile. This dual focus suggests interdisciplinary work at the intersection of labor markets and agricultural economics, though the connection remains unclear from available data. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2019-2025) shows a dominant emphasis on HRM, particularly psychological determinants of HR practices, longitudinal HRM-outcome relationships, and crisis-era workplace adaptations. Agricultural topics are absent from these articles, indicating either a recent research pivot or data inconsistency. No scientific awards are documented in the provided sources. Details on student advising, research grants, laboratories, or collaborative teams are not mentioned in the scraped materials. His contact information indicates active engagement via tsmith125@unl.edu, with an on-campus office at FYH 304B.
Kwaku Ohene-Asare is a Lecturer in Business Analytics at De Montfort University, UK, within the School of Leadership, Management and Marketing. He holds a PhD in Operational Research and Management Science from the University of Warwick, an MSc in Economics and Finance (with distinction) from Loughborough University, and a BSc in Economics (first-class honors) from the University of Ghana-Legon. He also completed a certificate in Decision Science and Machine Learning at MIT, USA. He has held visiting professorships at Warwick University and Stellenbosch University and plays a senior lecturer role at the University of Ghana. His educational background includes: PhD in Operational Research and Management Science, University of Warwick, UK (2012) MA in Decision Science and Machine Learning, MIT, USA MSc in Economics and Finance, Loughborough University, UK (Distinction) BSc in Economics, University of Ghana-Legon (First Class) PGCAP (Part 1), University of Warwick, UK (2009) Certificate in Nonparametric & Bootstrap Methods, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy (2012) Kwaku's research interests span business analytics, management science, artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, economic efficiency, productivity analysis, data envelopment analysis (DEA), stochastic frontier econometrics, and their applications in energy, finance, insurance, and credit unions. He has developed a research-based DEA course at the University of Ghana and pioneered the advanced quantitative research methods course for PhD students since 2015. His work integrates cutting-edge computational techniques and econometric modeling to address real-world economic and business challenges. The recent trend in his publications shows a strong focus on efficiency and productivity analysis across sectors—particularly in energy, banking, and insurance—using advanced non-parametric and parametric methods. He frequently applies DEA, Malmquist indices, and stochastic frontier models to assess performance in African and ECOWAS economies, with a growing emphasis on sustainability, undesirable outputs, and dynamic efficiency. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical policy implications. His scientific awards include: Global Leadership Award (2021) DFID Shared Scholarship Scheme Award (2004) Doctoral Research Scholarship, Warwick Business School (2007) He has received multiple research grants, primarily from the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), as Principal Investigator, including projects on data science and machine learning, energy productivity, banking efficiency, and multinational operations. He has supervised PhD students through course development and research mentorship. His consultancy work includes efficiency analysis for the National Petroleum Authority, Ghana, and market entry feasibility studies for international firms. He is affiliated with the Centre for Enterprise and Innovation (CEI), the Institute for Sustainable Economics, and the Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD) at DMU, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research on sustainable economic development. He is an active member of professional societies including the Operational Research Society (UK), INFORMS, Association of European Operational Research Societies, British Academy of Management, Productivity Analysis Research Network (USA), and the Economic Society of Ghana.
Fariss-Terry Mousa, Ph.D., is a Professor of Management and Zane D. Showker Professor of Entrepreneurship at James Madison University's College of Business. He holds a Ph.D., M.B.A., and B.A. from Washington State University. His research focuses on entrepreneurship, strategic management, and innovation, with a particular emphasis on IPO processes, board dynamics, and high-tech industry challenges. He has held academic roles at JMU since 2009, progressing from Assistant to Associate and full Professor. Dr. Mousa's work bridges academic and practical domains, including studies on mobile technology in education and corporate governance. He has received significant awards like the 2022 MBA Graduate Teaching Award and the 2016 Provost’s Distinguished Teacher Award. His research spans over two decades, addressing topics such as CEO power, venture capital conflicts, and SME alliance strategies. He is affiliated with the Center for Entrepreneurship and contributes to the MBA Program, emphasizing experiential learning and innovation. His publications analyze IPO underpricing, board member self-interest, and the impact of slack resources on innovation. Collaborations include studies with institutions like Seoul’s CSES and Ivey Publishing. He maintains a robust presence in scholarly communities through Google Scholar and LinkedIn, showcasing his leadership in entrepreneurship education and research.
Sara Ryoo is a Lecturer at the Zicklin School of Business , City University of New York (CUNY) , within the N. P. Loomba Department of Management . She teaches Business Policy (BPL 5100) across multiple semesters and serves on committees like the BPL5100 Redesign Ad Hoc Committee and WAC at Baruch . Education Ph.D., Strategy, University of Michigan Ann Arbor M.S., Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign B.A., Economics, Ewha Womans University Seoul, Korea Ryoo’s research focuses on Strategy , Organizational Learning , and Knowledge Management . Her work explores how firms utilize unutilized knowledge , network resource slack , and vicarious learning to drive innovation and strategic decisions. She has presented at premier conferences like Academy of Management and Strategic Management Society. Her recent articles and presentations analyze topics like knowledge reinforcement , spillover resource utilization , and learning-by-teaching dynamics . These works span disciplines including Strategic Management , Knowledge Transfer , and Organizational Behavior , with methodological approaches ranging from empirical studies to theoretical frameworks. Scientific Awards Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2024) Poets & Quants Top 50 Undergraduate Professors of 2021 Maekyung Young Scholar Award (2021) Multiple Faculty Teaching Honors at Binghamton University (2018-2021) SRF Dissertation Research Grant (Strategic Management Society, 2016) Ryoo has received grants like the PSC-CUNY-funded project on network resource slack (2023-2024). She actively contributes to academic service as a reviewer for organizations including Academy of Management and Strategic Management Society , and serves on Baruch College committees.
Danchi Tan is a Professor at the Department of International Business within the College of Commerce at National Chengchi University (NCCU). He has held administrative positions including Director of the Center for Business Sustainability (2023, 2025) and Department Chair (2020-2023). With a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and degrees from National Taiwan University, he has been on NCCU's faculty since 2001, progressing from Assistant to Associate to full Professor. His research focuses on International Business Management, Strategic Management, Foreign Direct Investment, and the growth patterns of Multinational Enterprises and Business Groups. Specific interests include Penrose's growth theory, emerging market expansion strategies, and the institutional drivers of corporate internationalization. Research publications demonstrate strong focus on multinational firm growth, emerging market strategies, and organizational learning in international contexts. Recent work explores sustainability impacts, neuroscientific aspects of decision-making, and corporate social responsibility dimensions in global business. Major Awards & Honors: Distinguished Professor (multiple years) NSC Outstanding Research Award Research Excellence Award Senior Excellent Teacher Award (10 & 20 years) NSC Award for Special Outstanding Talent Research Leadership: Principal Investigator for numerous National Science Council projects including studies on multinational enterprises' environmental impacts (2024-2027), foreign direct investment effects on innovation (2021-2025), and business group control mechanisms (2018-2022). Served as Convener for Management Division I at NSC (2017-2019).
Varkey Titus Jr. serves as the Amy and J. E. Van Horne Jr Chair and Associate Professor of Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Business, where he has been a faculty member since 2012. His research bridges entrepreneurship and strategic management within organizational contexts. His educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Strategic Management and Organizational Theory (Minor in Entrepreneurship), Indiana University (2012) M.B.A., University of Texas at Arlington (2007) B.B.A., Baylor University (2005) Dr. Titus specializes in corporate entrepreneurship and social evaluations , with particular focus on gender bias in entrepreneurial perception, strategic responses to institutional constraints, and corporate venturing dynamics. His work examines how firms navigate public scrutiny, political activity, and growth trajectories through behavioral and strategic lenses, often incorporating real options theory and institutional frameworks. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals three dominant research streams: (1) gender bias mitigation through strategic positioning in entrepreneurship, (2) corporate political activity as a constraint on entrepreneurial orientation, and (3) expectation management through strategic negativity. His work consistently appears in premier outlets like Strategic Management Journal and Academy of Management Journal , demonstrating interdisciplinary impact. As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Titus has chaired three doctoral dissertations and served on six dissertation committees, with three co-authored publications emerging from these collaborations. His teaching portfolio spans PhD seminars on entrepreneurship theory, MBA courses on corporate venturing, and undergraduate instruction in opportunity identification.
Professor Rajneesh Narula holds the position of John H. Dunning Chair of International Business Regulation at Henley Business School, University of Reading. He serves as Director of the Dunning Centre for International Business and maintains active engagement with multiple international organizations including the European Commission, UNIDO, UNCTAD, and the OECD. He also holds honorary appointments at UNU-MERIT, Norwegian School of Business, and Oxford University. Professor Narula's research focuses on the role of multinational firms in development, innovation and industrial policy, technological change in developing countries, R&D alliances, and outsourcing. His work bridges theoretical international business concepts with practical policy implications, particularly examining how multinational enterprises influence economic development in host countries. His research often employs interdisciplinary approaches that integrate economics, political science, and management perspectives. Analysis of Professor Narula's recent publications reveals consistent thematic focus on global value chains, multinational enterprise strategies, and the intersection of industrial policy with international business. His work increasingly addresses contemporary challenges such as pandemic recovery, sustainability, and the evolving role of intellectual property rights in global innovation systems. The publications demonstrate methodological diversity spanning systematic reviews, theoretical development, and empirical analyses of multinational enterprise behavior across different institutional contexts. Professor Narula's distinguished contributions to business research were recognized with an OBE in January 2018 for services to business research. His extensive publication record includes over 100 articles and book chapters in leading journals such as the Journal of International Business Studies, Research Policy, and Journal of Management Studies. Professor Narula actively mentors doctoral students including Mohammad Shakil Wahed (researching Global Value Chains and MNEs in Bangladesh), Sabreena Zaman (studying Organizational slack in EMNEs), and Jill Jurgensen (examining SMEs and Innovation). His research has been supported by numerous grants, particularly those focused on promoting sustainable growth in developing countries through foreign investment. He regularly provides expert consultation to international organizations on matters related to multinational enterprises and development policy. As Director of the Dunning Centre for International Business, Professor Narula leads a research community dedicated to advancing understanding of international business phenomena. The Centre serves as a hub for scholarly exchange, hosting events such as the Academy of International Business Webinar series and facilitating collaboration between academics and policymakers concerned with multinational enterprise activities and their developmental implications.
Beatrice Orlando is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics and Management at the University of Ferrara. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Management and Corporate Finance from Sapienza University of Rome and has extensive experience in both academic and professional settings. Her current research focuses on Open Innovation, Corporate Strategy, and Entrepreneurship, with numerous publications in high-impact journals. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Business Management and Corporate Finance (Sapienza University of Rome, 2010), a Master in Finance (Sapienza University of Rome, 2007), and a Graduate Degree in Economics and Accounting (Sapienza University of Rome, 2004). Professor Orlando's research interests span multiple domains including Open Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Knowledge Management, Sustainability, and Organizational Slack. Her work particularly emphasizes how digital platforms, organizational slack, and decision-making under uncertainty influence innovation adoption and corporate performance. She has developed theoretical frameworks connecting prospect theory, sunk costs, and risk behavior in innovation contexts. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining innovation management with sustainability, digital transformation, and knowledge sharing. The articles demonstrate a methodological diversity ranging from systematic literature reviews to quantitative empirical studies across multiple countries and sectors, with particular focus on green innovation, knowledge management, and the impact of organizational structures on innovation performance. National qualification as Associate Professor (2017) Chartered Accountant certification (2016) Ranked first in PhD competition Grant for research project 'Design driven innovation' (2016) Grant for research project 'On the long-run performance effect' (2015) Professor Orlando has supervised numerous doctoral students and serves as a reviewer for multiple prestigious journals including Journal of Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Production Planning and Control, and Technology Analysis and Strategic Management. She has received multiple research grants supporting her work on innovation management and corporate strategy. She serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Corporate and Business Strategy Review and as Regional Editor for the Journal of Knowledge Management. She directs the 'Innovation Management' area at EMRBI KMIRC (Knowledge Management International Research Centre) at the University of Nicosia and is a Research Associate at MADEINIT Research Center in Rome. Her research centers focus on open innovation, digital platforms, and the intersection of knowledge management with entrepreneurial initiatives.
Pär Åhlström is a Professor at the Department of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE), and serves as Vice President of Degree Programs. He holds the prestigious Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair in Business Administration. His research focuses on lean manufacturing, agile processes, sustainability in operations, and innovation management. He is affiliated with the Mistra Center for Sustainable Markets. Åhlström’s work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing dynamic capabilities, quality management, and the integration of IT with lean principles. His research spans longitudinal studies in manufacturing and services, exploring topics like organizational slack in R&D, modular product design, and healthcare process optimization. He has published extensively across academic journals and presented at international conferences. His awards include the Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair, reflecting his scholarly contributions. His articles highlight trends in sustainable business performance, lean service adoption, and the evolving role of technology in operations. He actively engages in educational leadership, shaping curricula and overseeing degree programs at SSE.
Pasi Kuusela is an Assistant Professor of Strategic Management at the Department of Innovation Management and Strategy, University of Groningen. He holds a Doctor of Science (Tech.) in technology strategy and venturing from Aalto University, Finland, and previously worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Zurich. His research focuses on strategic decision-making, including technology acquisitions, divestments, and patenting, emphasizing how organizational contexts like aspirations and structures influence decisions. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Business and contributes to journals like Administrative Science Quarterly and Strategic Management Journal. He teaches strategic management, innovation management, and quantitative methods across undergraduate to doctoral levels. Education: Doctor of Science (Tech.), Technology Strategy and Venturing, Aalto University, Finland Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Zurich Research Interests: Strategic decision-making, technology-based acquisitions, behavioral theory of the firm, organizational design, and quantitative methods. His work integrates classic Carnegie School frameworks to explore decision contexts and performance implications. Publications: Recent work emphasizes performance feedback dynamics, decision-maker behavior in strategic contexts, and organizational risk-taking. Notable outputs include contributions to Administrative Science Quarterly and Strategic Management Journal . Editorial & Review Activities: Editorial review board member of Organization Science ; ad-hoc reviewer for Strategic Management Journal , Journal of Management , and others. Teaching: Over 50 classes across 20 courses at four universities, covering strategic management, innovation management, and quantitative research methods.
Robert G. Murphy is Professor and Chair of the Department of Economics at Boston College, where he maintains an active research and teaching profile. His office is located in Maloney Hall 394, and he can be reached at 617-552-3688 or via email at robert.murphy.1@bc.edu. As department chair, he oversees the academic and administrative functions of the Economics Department while maintaining his research agenda and teaching responsibilities. Murphy earned his B.A. from Williams College and completed his Ph.D. at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, establishing a strong foundation in economic theory and empirical methods. His educational background from these prestigious institutions has informed his approach to both research and teaching throughout his career at Boston College. Murphy's research focuses primarily on macroeconomics and international economics, with particular expertise in inflation dynamics, monetary policy, and the relationship between economic activity and price levels. His work often examines how expectations shape economic outcomes, as seen in his research on rational bias in inflation expectations. He has also explored the connection between university athletics and applicant pools, demonstrating the breadth of his economic inquiry. Murphy frequently employs panel data and time series econometric techniques to analyze complex economic relationships, contributing significantly to our understanding of business cycle phenomena and policy effectiveness. An analysis of Murphy's publication history reveals a consistent focus on inflation dynamics and macroeconomic policy, with recent work examining why inflation has been unresponsive to economic activity following the Great Recession. His research trajectory shows evolution from traditional international finance topics in the 1980s and 1990s toward contemporary macroeconomic challenges, particularly those related to monetary policy transmission and inflation expectations formation in the post-financial crisis era. The recurring theme across his work is the examination of how theoretical economic relationships hold up under empirical scrutiny in changing economic environments. Professor Murphy has advised numerous honors thesis students across multiple academic years, with records showing his mentorship from 2012 through the current 2025 semester He teaches advanced macroeconomic theory courses including ECON2204 (Honors Macro Theory) and ECON4497/4498 (Senior Honors Thesis) As department chair, Murphy plays a key role in shaping the academic direction and curriculum of the Economics Department Murphy maintains an active presence in the economics profession through his work with RePEc and Google Scholar, where his publications are widely accessible. His research continues to address pressing questions in macroeconomic policy, particularly regarding inflation behavior in contemporary economic environments.
Olli Kuivalainen is a Professor of International Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT) , affiliated with the LUT Business School in Finland. He has been a faculty member since October 2006 and remains actively engaged in research and academic leadership. His research interests lie at the intersection of international business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and technology management . He focuses particularly on SMEs and firms in software, media, and ICT sectors, investigating topics such as international entrepreneurship, strategic management, export performance, digitalization, and the internationalization of new ventures. His work emphasizes the roles of dynamic capabilities, network competence, and environmental factors in firm growth and global success. Olli has published in leading journals including Journal of International Business Studies, International Business Review, Journal of International Marketing, and Industrial Marketing Management . His recent publications (2020–2025) show a strong trajectory in areas such as AI deployment, Industry 4.0 adoption, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and corporate governance in global startups, reflecting a sustained and evolving research agenda. Associate Editor : International Marketing Review Editorial Board Member : Journal of World Business, Journal of International Entrepreneurship, European Journal of International Management Series Editor : AIB United Kingdom and Ireland Chapter book series (Palgrave Macmillan) He has also contributed to numerous research projects and peer reviews, serving on the editorial boards of major journals and guiding scholarly discourse in international business. While no formal advising roles or grants are explicitly listed, his extensive collaborations and leadership in publications suggest significant mentorship and project involvement. Olli is also affiliated with research networks in Finland and the UK, with publications co-authored across international institutions. His work contributes to both theoretical advancement and practical insights for firms navigating global markets.
