Assoc Prof Dr. Mário Franco | Entrepreneurship | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Mário Franco | Entrepreneurship | Best Researcher Award

PhD in Management at Entrepreneurship, University of Beira Interior, Portugal

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Academic Qualification:

Aggregation in Management from the University of Beira Interior, unanimously approved on May 3, 2016. Ph.D. in Management from the University of Beira Interior, awarded on April 15, 2002. Thesis Title: “Cooperation Process in Portuguese Companies: Training, Implementation, and Development.” Supervisors: Professor José Maria Veciana (Autonomous University of Barcelona) and Professor Ana Maria Ussman (UBI). Master’s in Management from the University of Beira Interior, with a final grade of 16 out of 20, completed on May 27, 1996. Dissertation Title: “Cooperation Between Companies as a Means of Resizing and Strengthening the Competitiveness of Portuguese SMEs.” Supervisor: Professor Ana Maria Ussman (UBI).

Research Unit:

Integrated Researcher at the Center for Advanced Training Studies in Management and Economics, University of Beira Interior (CEFAGE-UBI) Campus, a center funded by the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), since January 2015 – Rated VERY GOOD (until December 31, 2019). Associate Researcher at the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CIE), University of Applied Sciences Jena, Germany, a center funded by the Bundesland Thüringen (Federal State of Thuringia) and the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie (Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy), since January 2012.

Award and Recognition:

Listed among the top 2% scientists in the world in the study titled “World’s Top 2% Scientists list” by Stanford University (California, USA) in October 2021. This list is divided into two categories: “Career,” which measures impact over the academic career, analyzing global data since the mid-1990s, and “Research Impact” in the years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. Recognized as a Top Peer Reviewer in the Global Peer Review Awards 2019 for being in the top 1% of reviewers in Cross-Field on Publons global reviewer database.

Publications:

What is important to know about mumpreneurship? A bibliometric analysis

Bibliometric approach to inclusive entrepreneurship: what has been written in scientific academia?

The soft skills bases in digital academic entrepreneurship in relation to digital transformation

The importance of intellectual capital in networks formed by start-ups

The Role of Networks in the Internationalization Process of Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises in the Wine-producing Sector

What exists in academia on work stress in accounting professionals: a bibliometric analysis

The presence of women in family SMEs’ succession process: a conceptual framework guided by gender perspective

University-firm cooperation: how do small and medium-sized enterprises become involved with the university?

International universities-firms cooperation as a mechanism for environmental sustainability: a case study of EdgeWise

Mr.farzad kazemi |strategic | Best Researcher Award

Mr.farzad kazemi |strategic | Best Researcher Award

 CEO at Aquatic Toxicology, Mashhad Azad University, Afghanistan

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Teaching:

I pursued a Master’s degree in Strategic Management from the University of Neyshabur, Neyshabur, Razavi Khorasan, Iran, graduating between 2021 and 2023. Prior to this, I completed my Bachelor’s degree in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) at Mashhad Azad University, Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran, from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, I have been serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Alvand Tejarat Kazemi (SME) in Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran, since April 2016.

Achievements:

I have a strong background in strategic planning, operations management, and team leadership. In my previous role, I led strategic planning and directed operations for the entire organization, ensuring the successful execution of major projects while adhering to budget, timeline, and quality standards. I developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company goals and managed a team of 14+ employees, resulting in annual revenue growth of 7% for two consecutive years. Additionally, I established strong relationships with key stakeholders, leading to successful partnerships and increased market share. Moreover, I implemented a performance management system that significantly improved employee productivity and satisfaction.

Administration:

I have completed an Executive Management (MBA) degree from Amin Institute of Higher Education in Mashhad, Iran, in January 2021. Following that, I pursued an Excellent Business Administration (DBA) degree from the same institute, which I completed in October 2022.