Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investment and Reporting

DR. NATALIIA TKALENKODSc., Prof. Nataliia Tkalenko is an accomplished Investment and Project Management professional with a rich academic background. Over the course of 25 years, she has devoted her time to extensive research, academic study, resulting in more than 80 publications. In addition to her academic accomplishments, Nataliia Tkalenko possesses practical expertise in Project Management. Her professional experience enhances her ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. Professor Tkalenko is the author of three textbooks, notably "Investment Management," which has gained widespread adoption in Ukrainian universities. Her publications are recognized for their contribution to the field and their relevance in academic settings. Notably, in 2018, Professor Tkalenko received the prestigious title of Honoured Worker of Science and Technology through the Decree of the President of Ukraine, acknowledging her outstanding achievements and dedication to her field. Furthermore, Professor Tkalenko actively participates in international research projects, demonstrating her commitment to global academic collaboration. Nataliia Tkalenko continues to be deeply engaged in her research endeavors, ensuring that her work remains at the forefront of academic exploration and contributing to the global discourse in her field. DR. KULLAPA SORATANADr. Kullapa Soratana, Associate Professor at Naresuan University, Thailand, specialized in life cycle assessment, sustainability, and environmental science. She earned her Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, focusing on Sustainability and Green Design, from the University of Pittsburgh, USA, in 2012. With a Master's in Environmental and Hazardous Waste Management and a Bachelor's in General Science from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, Dr. Soratana demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability. Her significant contributions include diverse academia topics, including life cycle assessment, and sustainable tourism development. Published in prestigious journals like "Nature Nanotechnology", “Environmental Science & Technology” and "Journal of Cleaner Production", her research attests to her expertise. As an educator, she imparts knowledge through courses such as "Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chain", and “Life Cycle Thinking – A pathway to a sustainable supply chain.” DR. MARISA LAOKULRACHAssistant Professor Dr. Marisa Laokulrach received her Bachelor Degree in Business Administration (majoring in Finance and Banking), and MBA from Assumption University. She obtained Ph.D. in Public Administration (Development Management) from National Institute of Development Administration. Currently, Marisa is a Vice Dean of Academic Affairs and a full-time lecturer at The International College of National Institute of Development Administration (ICO NIDA), Thailand. She has been working at ICO NIDA for 6 years with teaching experience in the subjects of Financial Management, and Business and Strategic Management for master’s degree Program, and Budgeting and Financial Management for Ph.D.Program. She had been a full-time lecturer at Martin de Tours School of Management and Economics, Assumption University for 8 years before joining ICO NIDA. She is also a guest lecturer for finance-related subjects in different countries for instance Chongqing Technology and Business University, Chongqing Technology and Business University (CTBU) in China, Arshad Ayub Graduate Business School, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in Malaysia, and RheinMain University of Applied Sciences in Germany. Her teaching areas include Financial Investment and Portfolio Management, Financial Management, andBudgeting. Her research areas include Investment and Portfolio Management, Equity Market, Corporate Financial Management, and Sustainable Finance.DR. MARTA MIRANDA GARCÍAPhD in Economics and Business Administration from the Rey Juan Carlos University Degree in Economicsand Business Administration. Associate Professor at the University Pablo de Olavide, Spain. Associate Professor at the Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC;). Department of Financial Management. 2014- 2021. Associate Professor at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM;). Department of Financial Management de 1999-2012. Professor of the Centre for Advanced Studies Felipe II (UCM). 2000-2016. Sub-Director of the Cooperative School of the Complutense University of Madrid until 2010. Expertise in participatory enterprises such as cooperatives. Main research areas: Model cooperative, artificial intelligence applied to the business and finance small business micro. In general, the use of artificial intelligence techniques to solve economic and financial problems. DR. MICHAELA BEDNÁROVÁDr. Michaela Bednárová, Assoc. Prof. at University Pablo de Olavide, Spain. PhD in Management and Economics, University of Huelva. Visiting researcher at Rutgers Business School, University of Economics in Bratislava, and lecturer at University of Edinburgh. Expertise in Digital Accounting, CSR, Sustainability, Integrated Reporting, and Corporate Digital Responsibility. Awarded Emerald Literati Award 2021 for Blockchain implications on accounting. Author of "Digital Disruption and Corporate Digital Responsibility" and four other books. Editorial roles include Associate Editor for the International Journal of Digital Accounting Research. Different roles in research projects and Erasmus plus projects (REPESEA, CHAISE). Currently a local coordinator for "MASUDEM" (Master in Sustainable Development and Management) project. Active in professional organizations: member of the committee for new technologies in accounting at AECA (Madrid) and member of the Academic Advisory Body of INATBA(Brussels).