Employee Type Archives: Faculty

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Dr. Maira Ezerins is an Assistant Professor and consultant working to enhance the well-being and efficiency of people and organizations. Their research examines a changing workforce and the future of work. Their areas of expertise include neurodiversity, workplace relationships, technology, and occupational health and safety. They have published in premier academic journals, including Journal of Applied […]

Overview Dr. Nihat Ahmed is an educator and marketing professional with over a decade of experience in the industry. His expertise includes marketing, sales, business management, entrepreneurship, and leadership. His teaching philosophy bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, enabling students to gain practical insights into today’s evolving business landscape. Dr. Ahmed has taught a wide […]

Dr. Jake Rose is the Kenneth G. Dixon Eminent Scholar Chair and Professor of Accounting. His research examines the intersections of accounting, analytics, artificial intelligence, neuroscience and judgment. Dr. Rose conducts experimental and neurophysiological research that examines how to improve data analyses, expertise development, and judgment in the accounting profession and in business. He teaches […]

Research Area: My research lies at the intersection of trust, finance, and law, with a focus on how legal structures and enforcement mechanisms shape pricing, risk, and behavior in debt markets. Courses Taught: Corporate Finance, Intermediate Corporate Finance, Investments, Financial Modeling Website & CV

Dr. Sam Paustian-Underdahl is a professor, researcher, consultant, and co-founder whose work is dedicated to enhancing employee and organizational well-being and effectiveness. Her studies are published in premier academic journals including the Journal of Applied Psychology (JAP), the Journal of Management (JOM), the Journal of Organizational Behavior (JOB), and Personnel Psychology, among others, and have […]

Todd McClure, Ph.D., has more than a decade of experience in higher education, academic leadership and program development. Dr. McClure earned his Ph.D. in Business Administration (Marketing) from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and both his MBA and BSBA in Marketing with a concentration in professional golf management from New Mexico State University. Dr. McClure has […]

Dr. Younghan Lee is a globally recognized scholar, educator and consultant in sport business, analytics and digital innovation. He currently serves as Professor in the DeVos Sport Business Management Program at the University of Central Florida (UCF), where he contributes to one of the world’s most impactful graduate programs in sport management. Prior to joining […]

Gabriel Carrillo joined the College of Business in July 2025 as an instructor and program director for the Center for Risk Management and Insurance Education. Carrillo comes to UCF after having spent 30 years in the insurance industry and building a multifaceted portfolio in property and casualty insurance, with experience spanning into underwriting, actuarial work, […]

Rafael J. Irastorza is a results-driven finance leader with over a decade of experience in financial planning and analysis, data analytics, and reporting automation. As Director of FP&A at Entertainment Technology Partners, he contributes to financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting automation. He has played a pivotal role in system migrations, ensuring seamless data integrity and […]