Biography
Luiz Ricardo Kabbach is an Associate Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the University of Navarra. Luiz Ricardo's research revolves around the intersection of corporate governance mechanisms, their functions, and how they influence the strategies and outcomes of businesses. His work combines institutional, organizational, and economic viewpoints and mainly focuses on corporate governance and strategy within family businesses and emerging markets. Luiz Ricardo’s interest extends to various aspects of corporate ownership structure and board dynamics, exploring their impact on strategic decisions concerning innovation, corporate finance, sustainable practices, and entrepreneurship. Prior to his appointment at the University of Navarra, Luiz Ricardo held academic positions at the Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida, the University of São Paulo, and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez in Chile. His research has not only won him accolades but has also been featured in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Banking & Finance, Socio-Economic Review, and Family Business Review, to name a few. In addition to his academic career, Luiz Ricardo's rich consulting experience has exposed him to a broad spectrum of industries and regions, further enhancing his understanding of strategic decision-making and corporate finances in various contexts. Educated in Spain and Brazil, Luiz Ricardo holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Business Economics from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, an MBA in Finance from Insper, Brazil, a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from the University of São Paulo, and a B.A. in Law from FADISC, Brazil. With an academic background that marries economics, finance, and law, Luiz Ricardo brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to his research and teaching. Currently residing in Pamplona with his family, Luiz Ricardo continues to expand the frontiers of knowledge in his field, contributing to the global discourse on strategy and corporate governance.