Our world is constantly changing, and business as a force for good must continually evolve to meet the changing needs of this changing world. The D'Amore-McKim School of Business faculty community is at the forefront of scholarship that equips current and future business leaders to solve pressing problems with significant societal impact. 

As part of our centennial celebration, we invite you to join us as we highlight 100 years of rigorous, relevant, and timely research with a particular focus on three areas of key strategic importance: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Fintech and Data Analytics, and International Business. Three faculty panels comprised of some of our top experts will discuss each of these important research areas, including their importance to society and Northeastern University, and there will be time for questions from audience members.

Registration is required for in-person attendance, and space will be limited. Lunch will be provided. While we strongly encourage in-person attendance to get the most from the opportunity to network, a live stream will be available so our global network can participate.

Please consider joining us to learn more about our experts, their impactful research, and ways you can partner with our faculty around these important global business topics.


Panel 1: Entrepreneurship and Innovation 

10:15-11:00 a.m.
Focused on the management of innovation and the creation and growth of transformative ventures

Fernando Suarez
Moderator: Fernando Suarez, Jean C. Tempel Professor and Group Chair, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Group
Stine Grodal headshot
Panelist: Stine Grodal, D'Amore-McKim Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Panelist: Laura Huang, D'Amore-McKim Distinguished Professor of Management & Organizational Development
Panelist: Samina Karim, Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Tucker Marion
Panelist: Tucker Marion, Associate Professor of Tech Entrepreneurship

Panel 2: Fintech and Data Analytics

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Focused on the integration of finance and technology that seeks to improve, automate, and liberalize the delivery and use of financial services, as well as new applications of data analytic methods

Felipe Cortes
Moderator: Felipe Cortes, Associate Teaching Professor of Finance and Faculty Director of Fintech Initiatives
Panelist: Yakov Bart, Associate Professor of Marketing and Faculty Director of the DATA Initiative
Panelist: Nabeel Gillani, Assistant Professor, Design & Data Analysis and Marketing
Karthik Krishnan
Panelist: Karthik Krishnan, Associate Professor of Finance and CEO, MentorWorks
Koen Pauwels
Panelist: Koen Pauwels, D'Amore-McKim Distinguished Professor of Marketing
Nada Sanders
Panelist: Nada Sanders, Distinguished Professor, Supply Chain Management

Panel 3: International Business

1:00-1:45 p.m.
Focused on global strategic management, global leadership, and emerging market strategies

Alvaro Cuervo-Cazurra
Moderator: Alvaro Cuervo-Cazurra, Professor of International Business & Strategy
Distinguished Professor Paula Caligiuri head shot
Panelist: Paula Caligiuri, Distinguished Professor, International Business & Strategy
Panelist: Kevin Chuah, Assistant Professor of International Business & Strategy
Valentina Marano
Panelist: Valentina Marano, Associate Professor of International Business & Strategy
Ravi Ramamurti
Panelist: Ravi Ramamurti, Distinguished Professor of International Business & Strategy and Director of the Center for Emerging Markets
Ravi Sarathy
Panelist: Ravi Sarathy, Professor of International Business & Strategy

Event Agenda

10:00 – 10:15 a.m.Opening Remarks
10:15 – 11:00 a.m.Panel 1: Entrepreneurship and Innovation
11:00 – 11:15 a.m.Break
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Panel 2: Fintech and Data Analytics
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.Networking Lunch
1:00 – 1:45 p.m.Panel 3: International Business
1:45 – 2:00 p.m.Closing Remarks