b'MEET OUR FACULTYTEACHING FACULTYGay Albright (Ed.D. Educational LeadershipJ Scott Christianson (MA, Education andTeaching at Mizzou gives me energy, hope,Marco Pantoja (MS, Personal Finance Plan-and Policy Analysis, University of Missouri,Human Development, The George Wash- and excitement for our future leaders! I amning, University of Missouri; BS, Financial MBA, Saint Louis University; B.S., Busi- ington University; BA, Biology, University ofinspired by the students willing to work toCounseling,UniversityofMissouri)Mr. ness Education, Missouri State University).Missouri). Mr. Christianson is an AssociatePantoja is an Assistant Extension Professor Dr. Albright serves as the Associate DeanTeaching Professor and serves as the Directorsolve challenging issues while creating and 9-year United States Marine Corps of Academic Programs for the Robert J.for the Center for Entrepreneurship anda positive learning environment for all.veteran, in addition to being an Accredited Trulaske, Sr. College of Business, overseeingInnovation. Mr. Christianson teaches projectFinancial Counselor (AFC). Mr. Pantoja the undergraduate BSBA degree programmanagement and information technologyShannon Breske serves the students of Mizzou as a Manage-(in-residence and online programs) and masters-level grad- management courses. Prior to joining the Trulaske College ofment 3000WI professor and as a TRiO Personal Finance Coach. uate programs (MBA, Master of Science in Business, Master ofBusiness, Scott was a business owner with more than 21 years ofMr. Pantoja also serves Missourians as the program director for the Science in Finance, and Master of Accountancy). In this capacity,experience in video-conferencing technology, project manage- Stacie Kane (MA, Missouri State University;MU Extension Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.she leads recruitment and advising of students; internationalment and information technology. He speaks nationally and inter- BS, Missouri State University). Ms. Kane initiatives, which include study abroad and the MU Interna- nationally on a range of advanced technology topics.serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor. tional Trade Center; and innovative educational initiatives.She teaches Entrepreneurial Mindset, Prin-Jack Pelikan (MAcc, Miami Universityciples of Entrepreneurship, Introduction toOhio; BSBA, Miami UniversityOhio) Mr. Tonya Ford (MBA, University of MissouriEntrepreneurship, and Principles of Manage- Pelikan is an Assistant Teaching Professor. George R. Brand (JD, University of Missouri Columbia; BS, University of Missouri ment. Kane has over a decade of experienceHis research and teaching interests include School of Law; MBA, University of Missouri;Columbia). Ms. Ford is an Assistant Teachingas an entrepreneur. She bridges her practicalcybersecurity, intelligent automation, data BA, St. Olaf College). Mr. Brand joined theProfessor, teaching Business Consulting,application with academic theory. Kane is proud to be a part ofanalytics, enterprise resource planning (ERP) Trulaske College of Business in the Fall ofEntrepreneurship, Organizational Behavior,Columbias dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem.systems and stakeholder management. He 2022 as an assistant teaching professor inand Professional Development and serves ashas authored articles on various themes in the Management Department. He has broadEditor of the Management Matters Report.global trade journals such as Internal Auditor, InfoSecurity Profes-experience teaching and practicing law and isShe has received faculty awards for herKihyung Kim (Ph.D., Purdue University; M.S.,sional Insights, and he has written a book on baseball history. Mr. eager to connect with students in and outsideteaching, service, and mentorship to students and young profes- Yonsei University; B.A., Yonsei University).Pelikan also attained his CISA and CISSP. He has more than 15 the classroom. sionals. Ford is, herself, an entrepreneur and is active throughoutDr Kim is an Assistant Teaching Professor,years of experience in the areas of project management, audit the business and entrepreneurial community of Columbia. Shehe teaches various quantitative classes suchand compliance, business process consulting/reengineering/brings a wealth of experience in business consulting and exec-Lauren Brengarth (PhD, Communication,utive coaching.as operations management, supply chainautomation, information security and data analytics, with stints University of Missouri; MA, Journalism,engineering, and data analytics. His researchat the Big 4 firms, Fortune 1000 companies and a recent IPO.University of Missouri; Bachelor of Jour- Tim Hill (M.Ed., Educational Leadershipinterest lies in supply chain management nalism, University of Missouri). Dr. Brengarthand Policy Analysis, University of Missouri;where many companies collaborate with and serves as the Assistant Dean of StudentBA, Evangel University). Mr. Hill is an Assis- compete. By modeling supply chains from the game-theoreticJackie Rasmussen (M.B.A., Oklahoma State Programs and Director of the Trulaske Edge.tant Teaching Professor with over 10 yearspoint of view, he delivers managerial insights into corporationsUniversity; B.S., Marketing & Management, As Assistant Dean, she works closely withof experience in teaching, student affairs,social responsibility and joint production.Oklahoma State University) Ms. Rasmussen Trulaske student organizations, Businessand academic advising at the University ofserves as an Assistant Teaching Professor Career Services, experiential learning and professional devel- Missouris Trulaske College of Business. Heand Director of the MU International Trade opment efforts, and is the building manager for Cornell Hall.MaryBethMarrs(Ph.D.,UniversityofCenter. She teaches International Business, Lauren previously was a faculty member at the University ofteaches Introduction to Business and Profes- Missouri; M.B.A., University of Missouri;Managing Global Trade and Project Manage-Colorado Colorado Springs and spent five years working on-airsional Development, Intermediate Professional Development, andB.S., Industrial Engineering, University ofment Fundamentals. With the support of Ms. at KOMU, Columbias NBC affiliate. Her research and teachingAdvanced Professional Development. His background includesMissouri). Dr. Marrs is an Associate TeachingRasmussen and the MU International Trade Center were recog-focus on strategic communication, social media, ethics, and lead- developing curriculum, advising student organizations, leadingProfessor and serves as the Director of thenized in 2016, when the Center received the U.S. Presidents ership. Dr. Brengarth is the recent founder and President of theprofessional development initiatives, and presenting extensivelyCornell Leadership Program and HeartlandE-Award for Excellence in Exporting Services.Junior League of Columbia (a womens leadership nonprofit), ison topics related to Generation Z, workforce readiness, and Clif- Scholars Academy. She received the Kemper serving as the Heart of Missouri United Way community campaigntonStrengths in the workplace. He demonstrates a commitmentFellowship for Teaching Excellence, the co-chair and is on the MU Status of Women Committee.to student success and community engagement through hisFaculty Alumni Award, and the Distinguished Faculty Award. consistent university service on various committees and boards. Dr. Marrs research has been published in Organizational BehaviorDaryl Smith (MBA, Washington University; and Human Decision Processes.BS BA, University of Missouri). Mr. Smith is an Shannon Breske (Ph.D., Educational Lead- Aldis Jakubovskis (Ph.D., Logistics andAssociate Teaching Professor; his teaching ership and Policy Analysis, University ofSupply Chain Management, University ofareas include Management Principles, Human Missouri; MA, University of South Dakota; BA,Missouri; Graduate Certificate in Marketing,ChristieMcCullough(Ph.D.,BusinessResources Management, Diversity & Inclu-Mass Communications, University of SouthUniversity of Missouri; MBA, Saint LouisAdministration,UniversityofMissouri;sion, Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining, Dakota). Dr. Breske serves as an AssistantUniversity; Diploma, Lomonosov MoscowMBA, University of Missouri; BS, Organi- and Compensation and Benefits. Mr. Smith Teaching Professor and the Director of StudyState University). Dr. Jakubovskis is anzational Communications, Missouri Stateteaches courses at both the undergraduate Abroad for the Trulaske College of Business.Associate Teaching Professor. He conductsUniversity) Dr. McCullough is an Assistantand graduate levels. He has received faculty awards for teaching, She is a member of the State of Missouri research and has been published in facilityTeaching Professor. She teaches undergrad- advising and service, including the prestigious William T. Kemper The CORE Curriculum Advisory Committee, serves on the STARlocation and production optimization. He is the program admin- uate courses in Organizational Behavior,Fellow for Teaching Excellence Award (2020) and Kappa Alpha committee, sits on the advisory boards for Fraternity & Sororityistrator for the Trulaske College of Business Global Supply ChainHuman Resource Management, and Princi- Thetas Top 10 Faculty in the Nation Award (2019). He is also an Life & Disability Center, and serves as a Faculty Mentor to aManagement certificate. Dr. Jakubovskis is a Certified Globalples of Management. She has also taught Organizational Behaviorindustry consultant specializing in leadership, organizational Faculty Enrichment Program fellow. Business Professional.courses for the Crosby MBA and execMBA programs. development, and strategy.22 2024 MANAGEMENT MATTERSMANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT 23'