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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 37m
Research excellence starts with great people. We're excited to welcome three emerging scholars to the KU School of Business, strengthening our expertise in marketing, consumer behavior, digital marketplaces, leadership and organizational strategy.
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Meet three scholars joining the KU School of Business
Their work examines consumers, organizations and technology, strengthening the school's research in areas shaping the future of business.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
That grocery return might be doing more than solving a customer problem. New KU Business research shows that returns can remind shoppers of a retailer’s “safety net,” increasing engagement and driving higher future sales.
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Grocery returns lead to greater customer engagement and increase in sales, research finds
A new article finds that following a product return at a grocery store, customer engagement rises significantly, driving a 40.1% increase in subsequent sales.
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KU | The University of Kansas @universityofkansas.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Need to build in-demand sales skills? 🛒 The KU School of Business’ new Professional Selling Microcredential is a 12-week online program for working professionals who are entering sales, advancing in sales-related roles, or make a career pivot. bit.ly/4zPWk9k
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New KU Business microcredential helps professionals build sales expertise
Gain practical skills in prospecting, negotiation, relationship-building and more through KU's online Professional Selling Microcredential for working professionals.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Three KU Business faculty members are stepping into new roles for the 2026-27 academic year, bringing extensive experience in teaching, research and leadership. Learn more: bit.ly/3TzlCYR
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KU Business announces faculty leadership changes
The KU School of Business has named new academic leaders for undergraduate programs, student success and the Finance academic area ahead of the 2026-27 academic year.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
With produce recalls continuously making headlines, Liz Benditt, marketing lecturer, shared her expertise with WIBW on how transparency can help brands maintain consumer trust. Read more: bit.ly/3US8Ftn
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KU adjunct lecturer shares habits, tips on shopping following produce problems
Many shoppers have concerns about buying produce following Cyclospora from lettuce and Salmonella from jalapeños.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Rock Chalk and congrats to Mazhar Arikan, associate professor, for being selected as a 2026-2027 Spotlight on Faculty Excellence Honoree. Look out for Mazhar as he is honored at an upcoming KU Athletics event! bit.ly/4zXQG59
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KU Spotlight for Excellence honorees announced for the 2026-27 academic year
The University of Kansas has announced the 12 faculty members selected for its 2026-27 Spotlight on Faculty Excellence program, which recognizes outstanding achievements in research, scholarship and creative activity across KU's Lawrence, Edwards and Me...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
KU School of Business professor Vincent Barker shared insights with The Kansas City Star on Costco's proposed transition of its Midtown Kansas City location to a business center and the role that focus strategies play in corporate decision-making. bit.ly/4pvMg0b
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Why would Costco pivot KC location? It would make more money, strategist says
Costco’s proposed business center is likely an attempt to redeem an underperforming warehouse, expert says. Here’s why that could work.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
New research from Kaushik Gala, assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship, examines how investor type shapes startup collaboration and innovation over time. Read more: news.ku.edu/news/article/startups-c…
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Startups’ co-innovation outcomes depend on venture capitalist type, study finds
A new article finds that independent venture capitalists tend to trigger more frequent, less impactful but more novel co-inventing outcomes by their portfolio startups. In contrast, corporate venture ...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Major events like the World Cup can shape more than attention. They can change behavior. KU Business researchers examine how sports betting influences financial decisions over time in the latest of our Game Plan Q&As. bit.ly/4fe9lkv
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Most entrepreneurs need partners to succeed, according to new KU Business research. Solo founders tend to perform best when they bring broad and deep experience to the table. Read more: bit.ly/4vdxAnG
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Entrepreneurs need partners unless solo founder has broad and deep experience, study finds
A new article explores whether entrepreneurs need co-founders, finding disadvantages partially diminished when a solo founder has broad and/or deep experience.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Congrats to Mike Wilkins, Larry D. Horner/KPMG Professor, on receiving two national honors for his scholarly contributions by the American Accounting Association (AAA): the 2026 Issues in Accounting Education Best Paper and the 2026 Notable Contribution to Accounting Literature. rockcha.lk/e7g
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Award Criteria | American Accounting Association
Join us in Las Vegas for the premier gathering of accounting educators, researchers, and practitioners. Paper submissions now open.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
World Cup crowds don’t just affect stadiums. They affect parking, deliveries, and everyday services. In this Game Plan Q&A, KU Business researcher Sara Reed explains why curb space and parking time matter more than people realize. bit.ly/49OsyGD
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Why parking matters for deliveries during the World Cup
KU Business researcher Sara Reed explains how parking and curb access affect last‑mile delivery as Kansas City and Lawrence prepare to host World Cup visitors.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
New research from Murali Mantrala, Ned Fleming Professor of Marketing, explores how retailers can deploy an ecosystem-centric strategy focusing on interdependent sets to better create and capture customer value. Read more: bit.ly/4wlM72w
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Framework introduced that provides retailers strategies for organizing around ecosystems
A new article provides a practical framework for how retailers can deploy an ecosystem-centric strategy focusing on interdependent sets that jointly create and capture customer value.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Congratulations to Murali Mantrala, Ned N. Fleming Professor, on being named an ISBM Distinguished Research Fellow! IBSM recognizes senior scholars and leaders in business markets and are actively involved in business-to-business education. isbm.org/isbm-research-newsletter
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
We recently hosted the Association of Business Doctoral Students mentor luncheon and recognized our doctoral students, faculty and staff for their hard work. Congratulations to Ajmal Basheer, Atanas Mihov, Francisco Zuloaga, Matt Peterson, Shaolin Pu and Shun Dong!
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
With over 20 years of experience in higher education policy and government relations, the School of Business is excited to welcome Wendy Hind as a new professor of practice in the Marketing and Business Law academic area. Learn more: bit.ly/490f9KU
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Five Questions with Wendy Hind
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Rob Waiser, assistant professor, was recently featured in the Lawrence Journal-World explaining how the evolution of tipping norms has led to rising expectations and growing frustration from all sides of the service industry. Read more: bit.ly/3QbV9Pb
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With prompts for tipping rising over the past few years, KU professor looks for ways to make it less stressful for all
It’s not just you — most Americans believe that prompts for tipping have become more prevalent in recent years. Approximately 72% of Americans reported that they have seen more tipping prompts in rece...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Angel Tengulov, assistant professor, was recently featured in MarketWatch discussing the potential for SpaceX's anticipated IPO to trade like a meme stock. Tengulov noted SpaceX to have the perfect ambitious narrative to gain traction online. Read more: on.mktw.net/3Qb4CGl
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Why SpaceX could trade like a meme stock after its blockbuster IPO
SpaceX has “a massive narrative, a founder with a loyal following, and a valuation likely driven in part by future potential,” all ingredients for meme-like trading
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
We are proud to share that our full-time MBA program climbed to 25th among public universities in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools list. Rock Chalk! Read about all of the top-ranked grad programs at KU: business.ku.edu/news/article... #PoweredByKU
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U.S. News & World Report ranks 55 KU graduate programs in top 50 among public schools
KU has 55 graduate programs in the top 50 among public universities — including eight in the top 10 — in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Congratulations to Josh Arpin, assistant teaching professor, on receiving the Faculty Service Award from the Office of Faculty Affairs! The newly founded award recognizes faculty who go above and beyond their time in the classroom. Rock Chalk, Josh!!
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Tipping screens seem to be everywhere. KU assistant professor of marketing Rob Waiser digs into “tip creep” and “tipflation,” how they mess with the customer experience, and what better tipping might look like. #CreatedByKU
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Strategies for fixing out-of-control tipping practices revealed in new article
A University of Kansas marketing scholar examines how tipping, a social process once confined to hospitality, is now appearing in unexpected places and becoming more expensive. But when designed thoug...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Karthik Srinivasan is helping students level up with experience in SQL, cloud tools and AI. He also champions Oracle certifications and mentors the Analytics & Info Systems Club — all to set Jayhawks up for data‑driven careers. academy.oracle.com/en/about-success…
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Member Spotlight: Karthik Srinivasan
Read how Srinivasan uses the Oracle Academy Cloud Program to prepare graduates for business decision-making roles.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Tipping screens seem to be everywhere. KU assistant professor of marketing Rob Waiser digs into “tip creep” and “tipflation,” how they mess with the customer experience, and what better tipping might look like. #CreatedByKU
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Strategies for fixing out-of-control tipping practices revealed in new article
A University of Kansas marketing scholar examines how tipping, a social process once confined to hospitality, is now appearing in unexpected places and becoming more expensive. But when designed thoug...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
How do attacks in Iran translate into higher gas prices here at home? In a new Lawrence Journal-World article, KU Business Associate Professor Mazhar Arikan breaks down how crude oil prices, refining costs, distribution, taxes and supply chain risk all factor into what you pay per gallon.
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KU expert details how attacks in Iran led to rising gas prices across the country in recent weeks
As conflict in Iran continues into its second week, Lawrence residents are starting to see the impact of the bombings at the pump with rising gas prices, which could get worse if the fighting continue...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Online conversations create more than buzz; they can move financial markets. New research from Angel Tengulov, assistant professor of finance, reveals that digital chatter encouraging others to buy and hold stocks has raised meme stocks and short squeezes. Read more: bit.ly/4rzN2JL
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Social media discussions fueled ‘meme stock’ events and significant short squeezes, research finds
A new article examines how discussions on social media fueled the association between retail trading and subsequent stock returns during the “meme stock” events of 2021 that led to short squeezes.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Witnessing service workers being treated poorly can change how consumers respond. New research from Jonathan Beck, assistant professor of marketing, reveals that firsthand exposure to incivility leads consumers to leave a larger tip out of pity and support. Read more: bit.ly/4s0XLgm
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Witnessing service workers being treated poorly inspires bigger tips, study finds
A new article finds that customers who witness incivility toward service employees experience feelings of pity, followed by increased emotional support and, ultimately, an increased tip for the target...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
KU maintained the No. 1 global ranking in audit archival research, reflecting 12 years of consistent contributions. The latest BYU Accounting Research Rankings also recognize KU’s strong overall research impact. Read more: rockcha.lk/BYU-rankings
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KU School of Business | Top-Ranked Business Programs
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Entrepreneurs are perceived as go-getters, but new research from Elizabeth Embry, assistant professor of entrepreneurship, reveals that entrepreneurs are more likely to have endured trauma, with many using their ventures to reclaim their sense of worth. Read more: bit.ly/4qBSlr9
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Strategies for addressing trauma-informed entrepreneurship revealed by experts
A new article explores how trauma manifestations affect human capital attainment and deployment by entrepreneurs, while providing a framework and theoretical model to support people affected by trauma...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Meet Robert Olinger, a new assistant teaching professor in the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area. With industry experience and expertise in organizational behavior, strategic management, and HRM, he brings a fresh perspective to the school. Read more: bit.ly/3ZYXgHx
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Five Questions with Robert Olinger
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Does artificial intelligence's growing impact in the workplace create more harm than good to human engagement? New research from Todd Hall, assistant professor, reveals that AI is enhancing relational coordination and improving team performance. Read the story: bit.ly/3ZeaIHp
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Human-AI interactions stimulate coordination between co-workers and improve team performance, study finds
A new study finds that human-AI interactions can stimulate relational coordination between co-workers and improve team performance.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Get to know Jose Pius Nedumkallel, assistant professor in the Analytics, Information, Operations (AIO) academic area, in our latest Five Questions blog! business.ku.edu/news/article/five-q…
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Five Questions with Jose Pius Nedumkallel
Five Questions with Jose Pius Nedumkallel Tue, 01/20/2026 author Lauryn Zebrowski Share Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Jose Pius Nedumkallel is an assistant professor in the Analytics, Information, Operations (AIO) a...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Will Ciconte, assistant professor of accounting, and his co-authors received the Best Paper Award at the 2025 Review of Accounting Studies Conference in December, which was held at the Indian School of Business. eaa-online.org/arc/events/review-of…
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Review of Accounting Studies 2025 Conference - ARC
Review of Accounting Studies 2025 Conference – Call for Papers 12 Dec 2025 – 13 Dec 2025 Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, India The Editors of the Review of Accounting Studies (RAST) are pleased to announce a Call for Papers for a conference on “Cu...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Nate Meikle, assistant professor, and Pat Downes, associate professor, recently presented at the American Women's Business Association conference in Portland, Maine, last month. They led a session called “Formidable Leadership: Science-backed Strategies for Managing People.”
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
What can Superman’s 1946 fight against the KKK teach us about stopping modern conspiracy theories? Colin McRoberts, associate teaching professor, explores strategies to expose harmful narratives and protect communities. Read more: rockcha.lk/McRoberts-book-chapter
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Superman's bygone battle with hate group provides strategy for thwarting modern conspiracy theories
A new book chapter traces the story of Superman's battle with the KKK in a 1946 radio serial and suggests it may provide strategies for thwarting the damage done by conspiracy theories.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
How much does holiday shopping increase businesses and delivery drivers during this busy period? Sara Reed, assistant professor, applies her research to this in recent faculty experts blog. Read more: bit.ly/4pQkVpa
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
This fall, the School of Business welcomed Meredith Bagwell-Gray, associate professor of social welfare and 2025–26 recipient of the KU Keeler Family Intra-University Professorship, for an interdisciplinary research collaboration. @researchatku.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnW4QakSerI
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Exploring Trauma Informed Workplaces & Research - Awards & Grants
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
New research from Will Ciconte, assistant professor of finance, reveals a surprising trend: less competition among audit firms can lead to more efficient and higher-quality audits. news.ku.edu/news/article/lack-of-co…
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Lack of competition leads to more efficient and effective auditing, study finds
A new working paper investigates the relation between audit competition, quality and labor hours, finding that auditors who appear to be operating in less competitive markets are more efficient and more effective.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
The School of Business welcomes Lindsey Yonish, a new assistant professor in the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area. She researches the relationship between organizations and their various social environments that shape everyday life. Read more our latest blog: bit.ly/49VduHY
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
As burnout rates climb in the corporate world, firms' compensation rates are the driving cause as employees are either over-incentivized or under-incentivized for their work, according to new research from Rob Waiser, assistant professor of marketing. Read more: bit.ly/3M520YH
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Strong incentives may lead to even more employee burnout, research finds
A new article from a University of Kansas professor examines how firms should account for effects like fatigue and burnout when designing incentive compensation for their employees.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
In our latest Five Questions blog, we meet Carina Cuculiza, assistant professor of finance. Her research examines household finance and the factors that influence behavioral finance, like social and cultural factors. business.ku.edu/news/article/five-q…
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Five Questions with Carina Cuculiza
Five Questions with Carina Cuculiza Tue, 11/04/2025 author Ashleigh Lee Share Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Carina Cuculiza Carina Cuculiza Before joining KU, Cuculiza was a faculty member at the Spears School of Bu...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Our latest Faculty Expert Blog features Meredith Bagwell-Gray, an associate professor in the KU School of Social Welfare. Bagwell-Gray comes to the School of Business as a 2025-26 Keeler Family Intra-University Professorship recipient. rockcha.lk/faculty-experts
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Congratulations to Murali Mantrala, Ned Fleming Professor of Marketing, on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Selling and Sales Management Special Interest Group of the @amamarketing.bsky.social! Read more: rockcha.lk/Mantrala-AMA-award
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KU professor honored by AMA for lifetime contributions to sales research
Professor Murali K. Mantrala has been named the 2026 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Selling and Sales Management Special Interest Group of the American Marketing Association.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Social media posts may play a larger role in the market’s understanding of analyst’s stock reports and recommendations than we realize, according to new research from Eric Weisbrod, associate professor of accounting. Read more: bit.ly/4oz8HzW
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Stock recommendation revisions on social media prove a surprisingly valuable source, according to new study
A new article examines sell-side analysts’ stock recommendation revisions on Twitter, observing increased levels of price discovery during intraday windows with more revision-related tweets. This is e...
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Congratulations to Jill Ellingson, Management and Entrepreneurship area director & Neeli Bendapudi Professor of Management, for beginning her three-year appointment serving on the U.S. State Department Board of Examiners for Foreign Service, overseeing the hiring process of foreign service officers.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Rock Chalk to Clint Chadwick, Howard Fitch/Fred Ball Professor in the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area. He was recognized at last night's men's basketball game as part of the 2025-26 Spotlight on Faculty Excellence program.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Listen to Beth Embry, assistant professor in the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area, on a recent episode of the “Private Innovation in the Public Interest” podcast with Anita McGahan as they discuss natural disaster responses and relief efforts. bit.ly/3KSuR1P
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Episode 69: The Capacity For Disaster Response Occurs Before The Disaster Occurs
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Get to know Kaushik Gala, a new assistant professor of entrepreneurship who brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his role. After shifting his career, Gala returns to research as he intersects business and technology across industries. bit.ly/3JaKHnW
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Five Questions with Kaushik Gala
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
We are pleased to welcome six new faculty researchers to the School of Business. Their broad range of expertise will further strengthen the school’s research and shape the future of business education and practice. #RockChalk
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KU School of Business welcomes six research faculty members
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
The KU School of Business is proud to partner with the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team in a collaboration that will both strengthen KU students' professional skills and create economic impact in Kansas. #KUForKansas Read more: bit.ly/3I1CKkm
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KU School of Business partners with Healthy Bourbon County Action Team to strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystem in southeast Kansas
The University of Kansas School of Business has launched a collaboration with a southeast Kansas organization to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners.
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KU School of Business @kubusiness.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Murali Mantrala, Ned Felming Professor of Marketing, was recently featured in a Harvard Business Review article, sharing how, despite predictions, sales teams show projected growth alongside AI. Read more: hbr.org/2025/09/why-some-sales-team…
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Why Some Sales Teams Are Actually Growing Alongside AI
Despite advances in AI and digital tools human expertise remains crucial for complex and high-stakes purchases, where salespeople help buyers navigate ambiguity and build trust. Because companies cont...
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