Faculty Happenings & Research

Faculty Happenings

See what our College of Business, International Business Faculty & Staff are up to!

Knowledge Spillover Theory of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

The recent Greensboro workshop celebrated Distinguished Professor Al Link's retirement while featuring presentations on the Knowledge Spillover Theory of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, including insightful discussions by International Business professors on topics like AI's role in knowledge spillover and the impact of foreign direct investment in Costa Rica.

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Join the Conversation on University Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

Dr. Gustavo Barboza's contributions to the discussion emphasize the critical role that universities in Central America can play in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship, bridging the gap between academic research and regional economic development.

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Dr. Gustavo Barboza teaches at LUMSA, Roma.

Dr. Barboza was invited by Dr. Giovanni Ferri at LUMSA, Roma, to join his Master in Sustainability Program and deliver his research on Endogenous Consumers Preferences as Drivers for Green Corporate Social Responsibility.

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2023 Regional Studies Policy Debates (1) Award

Dr. Alessadro Braga announced as the recipient of the 2023 Regional Studies Policy Debates Award.

Dr. Braga is awarded for the manuscript "What can City Leaders do for Climate Change? Insights from the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Network."

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Dr. Barboza guest lectures at Univerità degli Studi di Milano Bicocca.

Dr. Barboza was an invited professor at the Università degli Studi di Milano Bicocca, MBA program to present to students on "Basic Concepts of Strategic Management."

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Center thanks David Audretsch, CUIBE Keynote.

"Thank you to Dr David Audretsch, our CUIBE 2023 keynote speaker! We are thankful for your insights about International Education, Entrepreneurship and the power of spillovers to promote growth, democracy and property."

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Faculty Research Publications

Dr. Gustavo Barboza's Publications

Learn about Dr. Barboza's research and expertise.

Dr. Alessandro Braga's Publications

Learn about Dr. Braga's research and expertise.

Listen to the "Gumbo of Opportunities" Podcast

Gumbo of Opportunities is a podcast exploring international business in Southern Louisiana and New Orleans. Join hosts Dr. Alessandro Braga and Dr. Gustavo Barboza as they discuss the intersection of entrepreneurship, global trade, and regional development with insights from industry leaders and academics.

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