The David Eccles School of Business released its annual faculty impact report this week. The report, entitled “Fostering Impact 2024,” highlights research conducted by faculty–research that is particularly significant and relevant in today’s business environment. From AI to family leave to the risks and benefits of mergers and acquisitions, Eccles School faculty are providing cutting-edge thought leadership and insights.

Eccles School Dean Kurt Dirks notes in his introductory letter, “Students enjoy a better education when our faculty are high-quality researchers and bring new knowledge and ideas into the classroom.” The report features an in-depth look at the research of five outstanding professors:

• Himanshu Mishra, Professor, Marketing
• Kylie Rochford, Asst. Professor, Management
• Atif Ellahie, Assoc. Professor, Accounting
• Mike Cooper, Chair, Finance Department
• Nitin Bakshi, Professor, Operations and Information Systems
• Elena Patel, Sorenson Asst. Professor, Division of Quantitative Analysis of Markets and Organizations

According to the dean, “I am grateful to our faculty for being a critical part of a new stage of growth and progress for the school.”