Tag: business
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Economic Vitality and the Arts
The arts are the first to take any budgetary hit, but should they? Robert Edgell, associate professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, examines how the arts can help communities with more than just entertainment. Dr. Edgell is currently an Associate Professor of Technology Management, Co-Director of the Joint Center for Creativity, Design, and…
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Priya Kannan-Narasimhan, University of San Diego – Innovation in Large Organizations
How can large companies excel at innovation? Priya Kannan-Narasimhan, associate professor of management at the University of San Diego, determines the key may be looking at what they’re already succeeding in and doing it differently. Kannan-Narasimhan holds a PhD in management from UCLA’s Anderson School of Management. She teaches strategic management and innovation management. Her…
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Visioneers and Venturers
Managers can take ideas from the humanities. Robert Edgell, associate professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, explores how these disciplines rely on the same core principles. Dr. Edgell is currently an Associate Professor of Technology Management, Co-Director of the Joint Center for Creativity, Design, and Venturing, and had volunteered for one year to…
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Michael Rosko, Widener University – Making U.S. Hospitals More Affordable
How do we make health care more affordable? Michael Rosko, a professor in the Widener University School of Business Administration, discusses more efficient hospitals as an avenue to lower costs. Michael D. Rosko, a professor in the Widener University School of Business Administration, has done extensive research on the performance of health care organizations. He…
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Re-Imagining Entrepreneurship
Many entrepreneurs want to make the most money. Robert Edgell, associate professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, examines how to shift this perspective. Dr. Edgell is currently an Associate Professor of Technology Management, Co-Director of the Joint Center for Creativity, Design, and Venturing, and had volunteered for one year to be the Interim…
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Amelia Reigstad, University of Wisconsin River Falls – Workplace Communications
Does the gender of an employee play a role in the outcome of a public relations campaign? Amelia Reigstad, visiting assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin River Falls, looks into whether personality traits rather than gender can make the biggest difference. Amelia Reigstad joined the University of Wisconsin River Falls Marketing Communications program from…
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Elizabeth Tippett, University of Oregon – Employers and Sexual Misconduct
Employers can rely too much on law enforcement to handle employees accused of misconduct. Elizabeth Tippett, associate professor in the school of law at the University of Oregon, discusses why employers should be prepared to act without outside assistance. Professor Tippett researches business ethics, employment practices, and decision-making. Her most recent research, published in the…
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Howard Klein, The Ohio State University – Prior Commitments at Work
Do you still think about prior commitments you’ve had at work? Howard Klein, professor of management and human resources at The Ohio State University, discusses the need for businesses to help employees feel good about moving on. Howard J. Klein is a professor of management and human resources in the Fisher College of Business at…
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Radoslaw Nowak, New York Institute of Technology – Employee Empowerment and Corporate Change
The larger a company gets, the more problems arise. Radoslaw Nowak, assistant professor of HR management and labor relations at the New York Institute of Technology, discusses empowering employees on the front lines to make sure the company keeps running smoothly. Radoslaw (Radek) Nowak received a master’s degree in Human Resources Management at the University…
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Qiang Wu, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Effects of CFO Gender on Financial Reporting Decision Making
Female CFOs can be more risk averse. Qiang Wu, associate professor of financial accounting and corporate finance at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, explores the differences between the sexes in this role. Qiang Wu’s current research interests include tax avoidance, accounting conservatism, debt contracting, earnings quality, auditing quality, corporate governance, financial analysts, and corporate social responsibility. His…