Xiaoyan Xu | Marketing | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Xiaoyan Xu | Marketing | Research Excellence Award 

Southwestern University of Finance and Economics | China

Dr. Xiaoyan Xu is an Associate Professor at the Research Institute of Economics and Management, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. She specializes in digital platforms, contract design, healthcare economics, and information design contributing extensively to interdisciplinary research at the interface of marketing science, operations, and digital innovation. Holding a Ph.D. in Marketing from the National University of Singapore and a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Science and Technology of China, Dr. Xu has developed a robust publication portfolio. Her work has appeared in top-tier journals such as Journal of Marketing Research, Industrial Management & Data Systems, and Journal of Business Research, with additional manuscripts under review or revision at leading outlets including Marketing Science and Production & Operations Management. Beyond traditional scholarship, Dr. Xu has led several high-impact industry-collaborative projects in healthcare procurement, clinical diagnostics, and point-of-care technologies with partners such as Becton Dickinson, Beckman Coulter, Radiometer, and Leica Biosystems. She also received the Best Paper Award at the Information Economics Annual Conference and the Outstanding Paper Award at the Journal of Marketing Science Annual Conference, reflecting peer acknowledgment for research excellence. Through a combination of rigorous scholarship, industry engagement, and recognized impact, Dr. Xu continues to advance understanding at the nexus of digital technology, healthcare, and market design, contributing both to academic progress and societal value.

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Featured Publications 

Zhang, X., Iyer, G., Xu, X., & Chong, J. K. (2024). Sunk cost effect, self-control, and contract design. Journal of Marketing Research.

Ebenezer Arthur Duncan | Marketing | Best Scholar Award

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Dr. Ebenezer Arthur Duncan | Marketing | Best Scholar Award

University of Professional Studies, Accra | Ghana

Dr. Ebenezer Arthur Duncan (Ph.D.) is a distinguished Ghanaian academic and marketing professional with extensive experience in leadership, research, and business development. He currently serves as a Lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra, where he teaches Marketing, Leadership, People Management, and Research Methodology. Dr. Duncan has contributed significantly to the fields of sales and marketing within rural and community banking, insurance, and fast-moving consumer goods. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing and an MPhil in Global Leadership from UPSA, where he was recognized as the Best Student and a BSc in Marketing from GIMPA (Best Student). His research interests include strategic management, product development, consumer behavior, and organizational leadership. Dr. Duncan has authored 1 documents, accumulating 13 citations and achieving an h-index of 1 by Scopus, reflecting his growing impact in marketing and leadership research. Beyond academia, he has consulted for several organizations, including Lorent Kal Travel Agency, Meridian Pre-University, and Sovereign Microfinance, leading initiatives in customer service training and business strategy. His academic excellence and professional achievements underscore his commitment to education, service, and ethical leadership.

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Featured Publications 

Tulashie, S. K., Dodoo, D., Ketu, E., Adiku, S. G. K., Miyittah, M. K., Forfoe, E., & Arthur, E. A. (2023). Environmental and socio-economic benefits of a circular economy for bioethanol production in the northern part of Ghana. Journal of Cleaner Production.