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The Media Report: Media & Entertainment Data In America 2019 To 2025, Nelson Granados, Amy Zwagerman, Dejuan Oliver
The Media Report: Media & Entertainment Data In America 2019 To 2025, Nelson Granados, Amy Zwagerman, Dejuan Oliver
Graziadio Working Paper Series
No abstract provided.
Consistency And Coherence In Hiring Decisions, Kanchan Mukherjee, Ashna Sehgal, Ashna Sehgal
Consistency And Coherence In Hiring Decisions, Kanchan Mukherjee, Ashna Sehgal, Ashna Sehgal
Working Papers
This study was undertaken to examine the nature of inconsistencies in the hiring decisions taken by individuals working within a single large company and compare it with those who are not associated with any single firm. The primary focus was to explore a) variations in the weight attributed to different selection criteria, b) variation in the hiring decisions made by the employees, and c) coherence between the weight attributed to different selection criteria and the hiring choice made by each participant. For purpose of the same, the participants were asked to respond to two hypothetical hiring scenarios and attribute differential …
The Role Of Sustainable Supply Chain Management As A Solution To The Carbon Footprint Problem Of The Global Logistics, Ahmad Mansour, Hind Al-Ahmed, Ahmad Shajrawi, Khaled Alshaketheep, Muhammad Alshurideh, Arafat Deeb
The Role Of Sustainable Supply Chain Management As A Solution To The Carbon Footprint Problem Of The Global Logistics, Ahmad Mansour, Hind Al-Ahmed, Ahmad Shajrawi, Khaled Alshaketheep, Muhammad Alshurideh, Arafat Deeb
An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)
Objective: This study evaluates Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SSCM) practices both for their ability to decrease carbon emissions in global logistics operations and the associated challenges along with implementation opportunities between various geographical areas. Methodology: The researchers employed a mixed-methods investigation approach in this research. This research obtained quantitative information through questionnaires sent to 250 worldwide logistics companies in order to measure both SSCM utilization and emission changes. The research collected qualitative information through semi-structured interviews with 25 supply chain managers and sustainability officers to determine both the promoting and obstructive elements of SSCM practice implementation. Results/Findings: The analysis of …
Cobm Adjunct Faculty Bi-Monthly Newsletter: March-April 2025, Ellen Ramsey
Cobm Adjunct Faculty Bi-Monthly Newsletter: March-April 2025, Ellen Ramsey
College of Business and Management Adjunct Faculty Newsletter
College of Business and Management Adjunct Faculty Bi-Monthly Newsletter: March-April 2025
Accessibility Disclosure Statements: Best Practices For Documenting Inclusive And Accessible Web-Based Research Design, Alicia Mason, Elizabeth Spencer, Pan Liu, Kristen Livingston, Sakshi Bhati, Angela Ashmore, Tristan A. Spencer, Lauren Shepard
Accessibility Disclosure Statements: Best Practices For Documenting Inclusive And Accessible Web-Based Research Design, Alicia Mason, Elizabeth Spencer, Pan Liu, Kristen Livingston, Sakshi Bhati, Angela Ashmore, Tristan A. Spencer, Lauren Shepard
Faculty Submissions
Accessibility disclosure is a core principle of the Project IRIS Best Practice Framework. This instructional resource-- Accessibility Disclosure Statements: Best Practices for Documenting Inclusive Web-Based Research Design-introduces options for reporting accessible web-based research design efforts in scholarly and professional publications. The three forms of accessibility disclosure statements are introduced: summary statements, reports of analysis--both general and specific-, and detailed process descriptions. Each of these strategies including terms, conceptual definitions, and examples are provided. The instructional resource may be of interest to undergraduate and graduate course instructors teaching research methods courses in a variety of social science disciplines.
Integrating Three-Dimensional Mentoring With Workforce Development Training: A Collaborative Autoethnographic Examination Of Skill Transfer, Danny L. Darden, Ramiro Pesina
Integrating Three-Dimensional Mentoring With Workforce Development Training: A Collaborative Autoethnographic Examination Of Skill Transfer, Danny L. Darden, Ramiro Pesina
Human Resource Development Student Publications and Presentations
The increasing demand for skilled professionals in technical fields necessitates innovative educational approaches that integrate skill development with effective mentoring frameworks. This paper presents an autoethnographic analysis of skill transfer within workforce development environments, emphasizing a three-dimensional mentoring model encompassing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral mentoring dimensions. The study examines applications in command-line learning, gamified instruction, and safety training within virtual environments. The research highlights best practices in mentoring sustainability, the role of technology in reinforcing skill acquisition, and the ways in which learning-community engagement enhances workforce readiness. Additionally, this study integrates research on student engagement, community experiences, and retention strategies, …
Antecedents Of Brand Authenticity In Cause-Related Sport Marketing Campaigns, Keevan Statz, Brian Gordon
Antecedents Of Brand Authenticity In Cause-Related Sport Marketing Campaigns, Keevan Statz, Brian Gordon
Journal of Applied Sport Management
Cause-related sport marketing (CRSM) has been a popular managerial technique over the last two decades. There is a common perception that for CRSM to be effective, consumers must perceive the sponsoring brand to be authentic in its actions. Minimal empirical research has analyzed the antecedent factors that lead consumers to perceive a brand as authentic in CRSM. Using multiple linear regression, six antecedent factors’ impact on brand authenticity were tested. Perceptions of the brand’s motives and brand transparency were found to have a statistically significant impact on brand authenticity.
The Role Of Fans’ Responses To Sponsorship Activation In Shaping Sport Sponsorship Effectiveness, Junyi Bian, Benjamin Colin Cork
The Role Of Fans’ Responses To Sponsorship Activation In Shaping Sport Sponsorship Effectiveness, Junyi Bian, Benjamin Colin Cork
Journal of Applied Sport Management
The study explored how types of benefit in sponsorship affect fans’ inference of sponsors’ motives and their consequences on sponsorship effectiveness. A total of 1,478 National Basketball Association fans were recruited via Amazon Mechanical Turk and completed surveys through Qualtrics. Findings indicated that sponsors’ motives varied with types of benefit, with egoistic motives linked to utilitarian benefit and altruistic or normative motives tied to hedonic and social benefit. These results extended previous research by exploring more than the altruistic-egoistic motive dichotomy in linking benefit types to sponsorship effectiveness, highlighting the importance of aligning benefit with fan preference to boost relevance.
Matching Colors In Jersey Sponsorship: The Effect Of Team-Colored Sponsor Logo On Jersey Aesthetics And Purchase Intention, Sung Wook Son, Antonio Williams
Matching Colors In Jersey Sponsorship: The Effect Of Team-Colored Sponsor Logo On Jersey Aesthetics And Purchase Intention, Sung Wook Son, Antonio Williams
Journal of Applied Sport Management
In jersey sponsorship, some sponsors today have decided to modify their logo colors to match the team colors. The present research examined the role of team-colored sponsor logo in jersey sponsorship, paying particular attention to its impact on perceived aesthetics of the jersey and fans’ willingness to purchase. Three experiments using both fictitious and actual sponsors across two different sports showed that the team-colored sponsor logo on a jersey was a positive predictor for both perceived aesthetics and purchase intention at all levels of team identification. The findings also revealed the indirect effect of the team-colored sponsor logo on purchase …
Director Overseas Experience And Cross-Border Acquisitions: Evidence From China, Liu Chenxi, Mengyao Kang
Director Overseas Experience And Cross-Border Acquisitions: Evidence From China, Liu Chenxi, Mengyao Kang
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
This study investigates the impact of director overseas experience on firms’ cross-border acquisition decisions. We find that firms with directors who have overseas experience tend to engage in more cross-border acquisitions. This finding remains robust across various types of overseas experience. This correlation is unlikely to be influenced by omitted variable biases or driven by reverse causality, where firms deliberately employ directors with overseas experience before initiating cross-border acquisitions. Additionally, director overseas experience is associated with higher announcement returns and enhanced post-merger performance. Further analysis reveals that director overseas experience affects cross-border acquisition decisions primarily through the cultural inclusivity channel. …
The Regenerative Future Of Loyalty: A Guide For Green Loyalty Programs To Engage Eco-Consumers, Simon J.D. Schillebeeckx, Ryan Merrill
The Regenerative Future Of Loyalty: A Guide For Green Loyalty Programs To Engage Eco-Consumers, Simon J.D. Schillebeeckx, Ryan Merrill
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
Loyalty programs are challenged to attract and retain consumers who increasingly value purpose-driven engagement and environmental impact alongside traditional rewards. With growing awareness of climate issues, many customers expect brands to integrate sustainability and eco-conscious actions into their loyalty offerings. 71% of consumers believe loyalty programs should support sustainable practices, and this expectation is particularly strong among younger demographics like Gen Z and Millennials. As companies respond by integrating eco-conscious actions — like recycling incentives, carbon offsets, and donations to green causes — these efforts foster emotional loyalty, drive repeat purchases, and ensure long-term retention. Loyalty programs that align with …
The Influence Of Digitization Degree On The Internationalization Performance Of Family Firms, Hao Zhang
The Influence Of Digitization Degree On The Internationalization Performance Of Family Firms, Hao Zhang
Dissertations and Theses Collection (Open Access)
In the report of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, it was clearly stated that efforts should be made to accelerate the development of thedigital economy, deepen the integration of the digital economy with the real economy, and strive to build a digital industrial cluster with international competitiveness. This grand blueprint not only highlights China's high regard for the future development of the digital economy but also points out the direction for China's economictransformation and upgrading. Meanwhile, the "Overall Layout Plan for Digital ChinaConstruction" further elaborates on this strategy and sets the ambitious goal of basically …
Community Centered Funding Models For Maine, Timothy Atkinson, Jillian Foley, Jane Rooks
Community Centered Funding Models For Maine, Timothy Atkinson, Jillian Foley, Jane Rooks
Justice Policy
This report is an exploration of literature and frameworks for local community-driven funding strategies to improve Maine’s public health outcomes. The authors present a number of community-led funding theories such as place-based funding models and participatory grant making, examine lessons learned from recent public health events, and discuss reflections from interviews with key stakeholders. The report looks at examples of community-led models and makes recommendations for next steps such as improving collaborative relationships, strengthening peer-to-peer networks, expanding availability of flexible funding that includes backbone support, and conducting a cost-benefit analysis of collaborative community health capacity investment options.
Fixed Income Fund Report, March 2025, Archway Investment Fund
Fixed Income Fund Report, March 2025, Archway Investment Fund
Archway Investment Fund
No abstract provided.
New Dentist News (March 2025), Ada Committee On The New Dentist
New Dentist News (March 2025), Ada Committee On The New Dentist
New Dentist News
New Dentist News offers timely information on scientific, social, educational, political and economic developments affecting new dentists. This collection is historical and items may not reflect current standards. For up-to-date information contact the ADA. The New Dentist News was alternately titled ADA Lifeline, 1997-June 2001.
Wingspan: Taking Digital Learning To New Heights, Adam Tatarynowicz, Wee-Kiat Lim, Mahima Rao-Kachroo
Wingspan: Taking Digital Learning To New Heights, Adam Tatarynowicz, Wee-Kiat Lim, Mahima Rao-Kachroo
Asian Management Insights
How an internal learning platform became a market success. Launched in April 2018, the learning experience platform (LXP) Wingspan was the brainchild of Infosys Co-Founder and Chairman Nandan Nilekani. He had observed that several critical trends were reshaping the world economy. For instance, digital natives were increasingly expecting the learning environment at their workplace to be available 24/7. The late 2000s were also a time when Infosys’ corporate clients had just started on their digital transformation journey. Hence, capturing talent and market share was a strategic priority for the company. In contrast, the learning delivery landscape at Infosys then was …
Understanding Brand Perception And Purchase Drivers Among Engaged Stakeholders For Products Developed At The University Of The Philippines Los Baños, Emil John C. Cabrera, Eunice Dianne Y. Algar, Cathrene P. Amante, Rainielle Kyle M. Guison
Understanding Brand Perception And Purchase Drivers Among Engaged Stakeholders For Products Developed At The University Of The Philippines Los Baños, Emil John C. Cabrera, Eunice Dianne Y. Algar, Cathrene P. Amante, Rainielle Kyle M. Guison
Asia-Pacific Intellectual Property Management and Innovation Book Series
Branding for universities is a relatively new concept, particularly as they position themselves to be an “entrepreneurial university.” This model necessitates a proactive approach to intellectual property (IP) management and technology transfer. Recent studies on university branding focus on higher educational institutions (HEIs) and how branding supports the development of their distinct identities and reputation. However, research on the perception of university-developed products, particularly in the context of the Philippines, is still limited. This study, therefore, examined the brand perceptions and purchase drivers of engaged stakeholders towards University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB)-developed products to evaluate the effectiveness of …
Impact Of Foreign Remittances, Foreign Direct Investment And Financial Development On Human Development Of Selected Asian Countries, Sumra Khalid, Ayesha Rehan, Bushra F. Malik
Impact Of Foreign Remittances, Foreign Direct Investment And Financial Development On Human Development Of Selected Asian Countries, Sumra Khalid, Ayesha Rehan, Bushra F. Malik
Accounting, Business Analytics, Economics, and Finance Department Faculty Articles
Foreign remittances play a contributing role in determining the growth potential of the nations of the world. Considering its significant role, the existing research has analyzed the major factors affecting the economic growth of some selected Asian nations. The data was utilized from 2005 to 2020 in some selected Asian countries. Human development was used as the dependent variable. However, foreign remittances, financial development and foreign direct investment, trade openness and labor force participation rate were taken as independent variables. The OLS regression results indicated that foreign remittances, foreign direct investment, and financial development led to enhanced nations' human development. …
The Benefits Of Service With The Applied Sport Management Association: Make A Contribution!, Chad Seifried
The Benefits Of Service With The Applied Sport Management Association: Make A Contribution!, Chad Seifried
Journal of Applied Sport Management
The Applied Sport Management Association’s Distinguished Service and Mentorship Award was initiated in 2022 as a renaming and repurposing of the ASMA Scholar Lifetime Achievement Award presented from 2009 to 2020. This service and mentorship award recognizes an ASMA member who has exhibited continued, exemplary service to ASMA, who connects sport management research with practitioners in an applied manner, and who demonstrates dedication to students and mentorship within the ASMA. Recipients of this award provide a keynote address to the ASMA membership at the annual conference. The content of this address is published in the Journal of Applied Sport Management, …
Cold Chain Logistics Optimization: Integrating Iot And Data Analytics To Reduce Post-Harvest Loss In The United States Perishable Food Supply Chain: A Case Study Of Dole Food Company, Sarah Onyeche Usoro, Elizabeth Ramatu Galadima, Onyeche Helen Adogwa
Cold Chain Logistics Optimization: Integrating Iot And Data Analytics To Reduce Post-Harvest Loss In The United States Perishable Food Supply Chain: A Case Study Of Dole Food Company, Sarah Onyeche Usoro, Elizabeth Ramatu Galadima, Onyeche Helen Adogwa
Student Publications
Food spoilage in the United States is not simply a logistical inconvenience. It is one of the most underappreciated sources of economic and environmental waste in the country's food system. Fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and meat are routinely lost during storage and transport not because operators lack the will to prevent it, but because conventional cold chain management has historically lacked the tools to detect and respond to deteriorating conditions before damage becomes irreversible. This paper examines how the convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) sensing networks and data analytics platforms is reshaping what cold chain operators can know, predict, …
Does Artificial Intelligence Bias Exist In Mortgage Underwriting Software? Investigating Bias, Regional Disparities, And Fair Ai Models, Dorian Cornelius
Does Artificial Intelligence Bias Exist In Mortgage Underwriting Software? Investigating Bias, Regional Disparities, And Fair Ai Models, Dorian Cornelius
Dissertations
This quantitative study closely emulated Zou and Khern's (2022) analysis of AI Bias in Mortgage Applications. They used the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) dataset from the Federal Financial Institution Examination Council's (FFEIC) website to review mortgage loan data from 2019 to determine if there was bias in the AI mortgage application approvals. Those researchers concluded that bias does exist in the AI mortgage underwriting software. Since their study, research has demonstrated that discrimination continues to exist in AI software. Therefore, this research expands on Zou and Khern’s study to determine if there are differences in the mortgage loan approval …
Developing A Successful Pr Campaign With Crisis Management And Competitive Positioning, Anna V. Gutierrez
Developing A Successful Pr Campaign With Crisis Management And Competitive Positioning, Anna V. Gutierrez
Marketing
This senior project examines the key elements that contribute to the success of a public relations campaign and how these elements can be leveraged to help a company effectively respond to and recover from a crisis. By analyzing high-profile campaigns like Spotify to Wicked, the project identifies best practices in brand communication, audience connection, and narrative control. Marketing research and a professional interview provide additional insight into real-world applications of PR strategies, offering a deeper understanding of how brands maintain trust and visibility during challenging times. Ultimately it provides a framework for how businesses can craft compelling PR campaigns that …
From Classroom To Career: My Digital Marketing Journey With Disney And Grc, Hailey Jones
From Classroom To Career: My Digital Marketing Journey With Disney And Grc, Hailey Jones
Graphic Communication
This senior project highlights my work as a Digital Marketing Intern with The Walt Disney Company from June 2024 to January 2025. It features key projects and accomplishments that show the development of fundamental marketing and their applicability in the workplace. Besides, this project incentivizes students in Cal Poly on how co-op internships could be extremely advantageous. It touches on internships' benefits of having real-world experience coupled with the development of highly-wanted skills and networking. This project to be hosted on the Graphic Communication Department's website speaks about flexible options within the major and the competitive advantages offered by the …
Advanced Variable Data Publishing: Vdp Application For Selkirk Sport, Natalie L. Barnes
Advanced Variable Data Publishing: Vdp Application For Selkirk Sport, Natalie L. Barnes
Graphic Communication
Personalization acknowledges each customer's uniqueness by offering tailored products that match their preferences. It creates relevant, individualized interactions that enhance the customer experience. Selkirk Sport began as a small startup specializing in pickleball paddles and accessories, founded by my family members—Jim, Mike, and Rob Barnes. Their passion for the sport quickly became my own! As Selkirk has grown, there is an opportunity to enhance personalization in its messaging to better engage recipients and drive stronger responses. For my senior project, I analyzed Selkirk’s past marketing efforts and developed a campaign that leverages consumer data and personalized Variable Data Publishing (VDP) …
Why Ai’S Role In Advancing Sustainability Is Underestimated, Lipika Bhattacharya
Why Ai’S Role In Advancing Sustainability Is Underestimated, Lipika Bhattacharya
CCX Research
AI has quietly, but powerfully, woven itself into the fabric of our everyday lives. Yet, AI's potential impact on creating a more sustainable world is undervalued. The author examined artificial intelligence's (AI) role in advancing sustainability. She outlined how AI can be applied in various domains such as agriculture, water management, industry, urban planning, and biodiversity conservation for transformative effects.
A New Measure Of Non-Parametric Correlation For Variables In The Likert Scale, Shubhabrata Das
A New Measure Of Non-Parametric Correlation For Variables In The Likert Scale, Shubhabrata Das
Working Papers
We propose a new measure of nonparametric correlation that is especially suited for measuring association between variables measured in the Likert scale where data is ordinal and tied observations are extremely common. The proposed general structure of the measure is based on graded level of concordance and discordance between the pairs of metrics. The general form of the measure has all the desirable properties except the measure is not necessarily zero for independent variables. This limitation is acceptable given only ordinal nature of the metrics. Three versions of the measure are studied. The first is based on simple equi-distant weights. …
Gendered Differences In The Implementation Of A Rice-Based Enterprise Program In Sariaya, Quezon Province, Philippines, Imelda Dg Olvida, Nico Jayson C. Anastacio, Paul Jersey G. Leron
Gendered Differences In The Implementation Of A Rice-Based Enterprise Program In Sariaya, Quezon Province, Philippines, Imelda Dg Olvida, Nico Jayson C. Anastacio, Paul Jersey G. Leron
The Philippine Agricultural Scientist
This study examined gendered differences in the experiences of local farmers in Sariaya, an agricultural municipality in Quezon Province, Philippines. Using the Harvard Analytical Framework, this paper aimed to provide insights into how gender influences the experiences of local farmers under the Rice Business Innovation System (RiceBIS) Community Program of the Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rice Research Institute (DAPhilRice). A qualitative approach was employed using data from focus group discussions and key informant interviews. Thematic analysis was used to identify emerging themes on the different gendered differences in the roles, resource access, needs, and challenges of local farmers in …
Sustainability Orientation, Sustainability Implementation, And Brand Image In Service Firms, Sandeep Jagani, Vafa Saboori-Deilami
Sustainability Orientation, Sustainability Implementation, And Brand Image In Service Firms, Sandeep Jagani, Vafa Saboori-Deilami
Faculty Publications – Management
This paper uses legitimacy theory and cognitive dissonance theory to explore the relationship between sustainability orientation, sustainability implementation, and brand image in the service sector. Specifically, we examine the mediating role of implementation—the translation of strategic intent into actionable practices—on customers' perceptions. Using multilevel analyses of 31 US service firms and a survey of 6891 customers, we find that sustainability implementation is a strong positive predictor of brand image. However, sustainability orientation alone has a negative direct effect on brand image, suggesting that stated commitments without corresponding action can harm perceptions. Crucially, sustainability implementation positively mediates the relationship between orientation …
Forgive Me Not? Racial And Institutional Disparities In The Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness, Vladimir Kotomin, Wyatt Frere, Ruby Morr
Forgive Me Not? Racial And Institutional Disparities In The Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness, Vladimir Kotomin, Wyatt Frere, Ruby Morr
Faculty Publications – Finance, Insurance, and Law
Existing research establishes that minority borrowers, particularly Black small business owners, faced significant challenges in accessing funds from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), especially in its early stages. We find that institutional and racial disparities persist during the PPP loan forgiveness stage. Controlling for various loan- and borrower-level characteristics, we demonstrate that relationship lenders – community banks, credit unions, and farm credit institutions – are associated with higher rates of PPP loan forgiveness. In contrast, automated lenders – fintechs and fintech banks – exhibit the lowest forgiveness rates. Black borrowers experience the poorest outcomes, except for loans issued by non-depository …
Unexpected Defaults: The Role Of Information Opacity, Aytekin Ertan, Yun Lee, Regina Wittenberg-Moerman
Unexpected Defaults: The Role Of Information Opacity, Aytekin Ertan, Yun Lee, Regina Wittenberg-Moerman
Research Collection School Of Accountancy
Bond defaults are undesirable yet natural outcomes of risky investments. What is also crucial but hitherto underexplored is the unexpectedness of defaults. We develop a parsimonious measure of default unexpectedness and highlight its economic importance by demonstrating that unexpected defaults are associated with unfavorable recovery outcomes and adverse price changes in peer firm bonds. We then examine how default unexpectedness relates to information opacity. We find that firms with opaque financial reporting and weak voluntary disclosure experience more unexpected defaults. Defaults also occur more unexpectedly when the external information environment is opaque—when rating agencies disagree on a firm’s credit risk …