research Experts

Chris Umfreville

Deputy Dean Education and Student Experience, College of Business and Social SciencesAston University

Chris Umfreville specialises in corporate insolvency, with a particular interest in corporate rescue, including pre-packs and CVAs.

Matthew Hiatt

Associate ProfessorLouisiana State University

Dr. Hiatt’s research investigates hydrology and hydrodynamics in coastal systems using numerical modeling and field measurements.

M. Renée Umstattd Meyer, Ph.D., MCHES, FAAHB

ProfessorBaylor University

Avid researcher who promotes health and access to opportunities for healthy living through an active living lens.

Elliott Silverstein

Director, Government Relations, InsuranceCAA Club Group

Elliott manages and executes key elements of CAA’s provincial advocacy role, and overseeing municipal advocacy efforts.

Eric Magnuson

Associate Professor of SociologyLoyola Marymount University

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

Charles Vance, Ph.D.

Emeritus Professor of Management, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

Dominique Braxton, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Marketing, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

Taqi Raza

Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer EngineeringUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst

Taqi Raza is an expert in developing secure and reliable solutions for emerging digital ecosystems.

Vincent Olivieri

Professor of Sound DesignUC Irvine

Vincent Olivieri has designed sound and composed music for theatrical productions around the world.

Susan Schneider, Ph.D.

William F. Dietrich Distinguished Professor of PhilosophyFlorida Atlantic University

Susan Schneider studies the nature of the mind, with an interest in emerging technologies and how that will shape the future of humanity.