Academic Advisory Board

A renowned scholar in international business and business economics, Dr. Ilan Boris Vertinsky is Vinod Sood Professor of International Business Studies, Strategy and Business Economics at the Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (ranked 40, QS 2026), Canada. He was an assistant professor at Northwestern University (ranked 30, THE 2026), the USA prior to joining the University of British Columbia. He has been a visiting professor at Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE, Beijing), and so on. 

Professor Vertinsky received his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley (ranked 9, THE 2026), the USA. Ranked in the top 0.28% scholars globally (ScholarGPS 2025), he has published over 275 refereed journal articles, book chapters, and books. His publications appeared in many prestigious journals such as Journal of International Business Studies; Strategic Management Journal; Management Science; Operations Research; and Administrative Science Quarterly. He was an area editor and a consulting editor of Journal of International Business Studies and has been on the editorial boards of several international journals. He has also served as consultant to the Government of Canada in the USA-Canada trade disputes. 

Professor Vertinsky's research interests include decision theory and corporate strategy; resource and forest management; international business and the Pacific Rim; and political evaluation of policy. His latest research projects focus on the global impacts of technology disruption associated with digitization and artificial intelligence and China’s technology innovation strategies. 

Please refer to https://www.sauder.ubc.ca/people/ilan-vertinsky and https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=PDHcfFwAAAAJ&hl=en for more details.

Dr. Dipak Chand Jain is the President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor of Marketing at China Europe International Business (CEIBS), Co-Director of CEIBS Social Security and Aging Finance Institute, and Co-Chair of Academic Council of CEIBS Social Security and Aging Finance Institute. He was CEIBS President (European) from September 2018 to August 2022. Prior to being Director of Chulalongkorn University's Sasin School of Management from 2014 to 2017, he served as Dean of INSEAD, an international business school with campuses in France, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, from 2011 to 2013. 

Before joining INSEAD, Professor Jain was a faculty member at Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University (ranked 30, THE 2026), the USA since 1986 and later became Dean of the Kellogg School of Management from 2001 to 2009. In recognition of his numerous academic achievements and outstanding teaching, he was also named the Sandy and Morton Goldman Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies and Professor of Marketing at Kellogg.

Professor Jain earned his PhD in Marketing from the University of Texas at Dallas (ranked 401–500, THE 2026). His areas of research include the marketing of high-tech products; market segmentation and competitive market structure analysis; cross-cultural issues in global product diffusion; new product innovation; and forecasting models. A former editorial board member of the top-tier marketing journal Journal of Marketing Research, he has published over 70 articles in leading scholarly journals such as Journal of Marketing; Journal of Marketing Research; Marketing Science; and Management Science. He has earned many awards, such as the prestigious John D. C. Little Best Paper Award in 1991, and the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas from the Prime Minister of India. He ranks in the top 0.56% of scholars globally (ScholarGPS 2025).

Professor Jain is a globally recognized marketing and innovation expert. Apart from being an educator and a senior business school administrator, he has also been a consultant to governments and large corporations such as Microsoft, Novartis, American Express, Sony, Nissan, Eli Lilly, and Hyatt International. In addition, he is a member of the board of directors of Deere & Company and Northern Trust Corporation. He is also a former director at United Airlines, Hartmarx Corporation, and Peoples Energy. Throughout his career, he has furthered a pedagogical model that combines academic excellence and business relevance to produce high-impact results.

Please refer to the following sources for more details:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dipak_C._Jain

• https://www.ceibs.edu/jain-dipak

• https://scholar.google.co.uk/citations?hl=en&user=VCBv63sAAAAJ 

Dr. Judith Lynne Zaichkowsky holds a PhD in marketing from the University of California, Los Angeles (ranked 18, THE 2026) and a MSc in consumer studies from the University of Guelph (ranked 401–500, THE 2026), Canada. Professor Zaichkowsky is a true luminary in the field of marketing and consumer behavior, and she is currently holding the prestigious position of Distinguished Professor in Marketing at the Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University (ranked 308, QS 2026), Canada. Professor Zaichkowsky has demonstrated outstanding service through various leadership roles at the Beedie School of Business and across the university, including serving as an MBA and PhD program directors, associate dean, and on the Board of Governors. In addition, she has been a visiting professor at many reputable universities worldwide, such as the University of British Columbia (ranked 40, QS 2026), Canada; University of Copenhagen (ranked 90, THE 2026), Denmark; and France's H.E.C., ESCEM, and INSEAD.

Professor Zaichkowsky’s article in Journal of Consumer Research on the involvement construct has been recognized as one of the most cited articles in consumer behavior—with over 11,000 citations—and one of the most influential articles in the field of advertising. Her other research has appeared in numerous esteemed journals, such as Journal of Consumer Psychology; Journal of Services Marketing; and Psychology and Marketing. Her passion for research and academic service is evident in her commitment to reviewing approximately 50 articles each year for leading conferences and journals, including Journal of Consumer Research; Journal of Marketing; Journal of Marketing Research; Journal of Retailing; and Journal of Consumer Psychology. She ranks in the top 0.45% of scholars globally (ScholarGPS 2025).

Professor Zaichkowsky has written books on counterfeiting, brand imitation, and trademark infringement, serving as expert witness for global companies. Other recognized work focused on the effect of having women on boards of directors. More recent work entailed artificial intelligence and bot decision-making and neuroscience of decision-making. Her current work is particularly exciting as she is tackling the pressing issues of fast fashion and sustainability.

Please refer to the following sources for more details:

• https://www.sfu.ca/~zaichkow

• https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=oDOQyd4AAAAJ&hl=en

We are honored to welcome Dr. Gabriel Donleavy, a globally distinguished scholar in accounting, business ethics, and corporate governance, to the Advisory Board of Global Empirical Marketing Studies (GEMS). 

Dr. Donleavy, Professor of Accounting at the University of New England Business School, Australia, boasts a 47-year career marked by deanships at the University of Macau (ranked 145, THE 2026), Victoria University (ranked 741–750, QS 2026), and Central Queensland University (ranked 401–500, THE 2026), and leadership as Academic Director of the University of Hong Kong (ranked 11, QS 2026) Business School. Educated at the eminent University of Cambridge (Bachelor of Arts with Honours, Master of Arts, Economics; ranked 6, QS 2026) and the University of Glasgow (Doctor of Philosophy, Accounting; ranked 79, QS 2026), he has published over 47 refereed articles, including six in A/A* journals, authored seven books, and founded the Asian Review of Accounting (ABS 2024: 2), a journal gaining global prominence.

GEMS’ interdisciplinary approach to empirical marketing studies thrives on Professor Donleavy’s expertise in strategy, business planning, financial analysis, and international business negotiations. Through his pioneering work in designing codes of ethics and forensic accounting, he fosters ethical brand strategies that prioritize consumer trust, shaping sustainable marketing practices. His corporate governance research yields frameworks for transparent pricing, particularly in hospitality and international trade, enhancing market accountability. Complementing this, Professor Donleavy’s proficiency in third-sector management, with a focus on non-profits and social enterprises, aligns seamlessly with GEMS’ commitment to responsible research and promotes sustainability. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)—a prestigious designation for social progress—underscores his leadership in impactful scholarship. With extensive consultancy spanning the UK, Asia, and Australia, his contributions undoubtedly empower GEMS to pioneer innovative, globally impactful research in sustainable marketing.

For more details, visit https://www.une.edu.au/staff-profiles/business/gabriel-donleavy.

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Brian E. M. King, a global leader in tourism and hospitality, to the Global Empirical Marketing Studies (GEMS) Advisory Board! His world-class expertise strengthens our mission to advance innovative research in marketing, international business, hospitality, and sustainability.

As Professor and Head of the Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management, and Tourism, Texas A&M University (ranked 144, QS 2026), Professor King brings a distinguished career spanning Europe, Australia, and Asia. Holding a Doctor of Philosophy from Monash University (ranked 36, QS 2026), he served as Associate Dean at the School of Hotel & Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s (ranked 54, QS 2026). At Victoria University (ranked 501–600, THE 2026), Melbourne, Australia, he held key roles, including Head of the School of Hospitality, Tourism, and Marketing, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Industry and Community), and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Students).

Professor King’s industry leadership includes managerial and directorial roles in airlines (Qantas), tour operations (Wigwam International), destination management (Destination Melbourne), cruise operations (Ocean Spirit Cruises), and hotels. He has consulted for global organizations like the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), UNESCAP, and the European Union (Tourism Council of the South Pacific) on tourism human resource development and marketing. He developed a Tourism Roadmap for the Hong Kong Hotel Owners Association. As Co-Editor-in-Chief of Tourism Culture & Communication and a frequent media commentator, he ranks in the top 0.72% of scholars globally (ScholarGPS 2025).

His accolades include Best Article Awards from Tourism Recreation Research (2018, 2020) and the Qantas Outstanding Contribution by an Individual Gold Award (Victorian Tourism Awards). Professor King’s expertise in destination management, marketing, hospitality, global tourism, culture, and communication amplifies GEMS’ impact in driving cutting-edge research and sustainable practices.

Learn more at https://hmgt.tamu.edu/people/king-brian/ and https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=9TeeMy8AAAAJ&hl=en.

We are delighted that Dr. Ajay K. Manrai, Professor Emeritus of Marketing at the University of Delaware (ranked 401–500, THE 2026), has joined the GEMS Advisory Board as an academic advisor. His distinguished scholarship and global perspective enhance our commitment to advancing open-access research in marketing, international business, hospitality, and sustainability.

As Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Global Marketing (Taylor & Francis; ABS 2024: 1; Scimago 2024: Q1) since January 1, 2016, and former President of the International Management Development Association (2010–2012), Professor Manrai is a marketing luminary ranked in the top 0.78% of scholars globally (ScholarGPS 2025). Holding a Doctor of Philosophy in Marketing from the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University (ranked 30, THE 2026), he has published over 150 articles in journals like Marketing Science (ABS 2024: 4*), Journal of Marketing Research (ABS 2024: 4*), Journal of International Marketing (ABS 2024: 3), International Business Review (ABS 2024: 3), and Psychometrika (ABS 2024: 3).

With a distinguished career at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (ranked 14, THE 2026), travels to over 150 countries across seven continents, and a Fulbright-Nehru Senior Research Scholar grant (India, 2011), Professor Manrai’s insights are unparalleled, bolstering GEMS’ interdisciplinary vision. His accolades, including the University of Delaware Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award (1994) and multiple Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics MBA Teaching Awards, reflect his impact.

We are grateful for Professor Manrai’s enthusiasm for joining GEMS’ mission to advance innovative research. Together, we are shaping the future of global research! 

Discover more about Professor Manrai at https://lerner.udel.edu/faculty-staff-directory/ajay-manrai/ and https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=prLiT9sAAAAJ.

We are thrilled to have Dr. Ian Fenwick, Professor and Director of Sasin School of Management, Chulalongkorn University (221, QS 2026), Thailand, join the GEMS Advisory Board as an academic advisor. He is concurrently Professor Emeritus at Schulich School of Business, York University (151st–200th, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Business & Management Studies), Canada, and a visionary entrepreneur in digital marketing business.

Professor Fenwick holds a PhD in Marketing from London Business School (ranked 7, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Business & Management Studies). His publications in top journals like Journal of Marketing (ABS 2024: 4*), Journal of Marketing Research (ABS 2024: 4*), Marketing Science (ABS 2024: 4*), Long Range Planning (ABS 2024: 4), Journal of Retailing (ABS 2024: 4), and other leading journals showcase his profound marketing expertise. In 2008, Professor Fenwick co-authored Digimarketing: The Essential Guide to New Media & Digital Marketing with Mr. Kent Wertime. Translated into editions in Japan, China, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, it was one of the pioneering books about the change that marketing was undergoing and made him a much sought-after visiting professor at business schools worldwide. He has taught and led executive seminars in various countries/cities such as Australia, Canada, China, England, Germany, Hong Kong, Korea, Malaysia, Poland, Portugal, Thailand, and the USA. 

We are grateful for Professor Fenwick’s commitment to shaping GEMS’ global research vision. His expertise and leadership strengthen our mission to advance open-access research in marketing, international business, hospitality, and sustainability. Learn more at https://www.sasin.edu/profile/professor-ian-fenwick-ph-d and https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=RSsqc-8AAAAJ&hl=en.