Media Mentions

WHYY

Teresa Harrison, PhD, professor of economics and academic director of LeBow’s Center for Nonprofit Governance, was quoted in a WHYY story on the recent closure of Benefits Data Trust, a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that provide assistance to those seeking public benefits, and the financial conditions that led to the organization’s dissolution.

The Pulse - WHYY

Lauren D’Innocenzo, PhD, associate professor of management and Provost Solutions Fellow, was interviewed by WHYY’s The Pulse about power structures and hierarchies in the workplace as part of an episode focused on hidden forces that shape people’s everyday life.

The Wise Marketer

Research co-authored by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems, was mentioned in The Wise Marketer’s article about the impact of evolving the “last mile” of the purchase experience, where customers are now taking on the responsibility for aspects of the purchase experience previously handled by the seller.

Volt

Elea Feit, PhD, associate professor of marketing and assistant dean of research, was quoted in a story for higher-education publication Volt on the changes prompted by AI-driven search and the consequent move away from SEO best practices among higher-education institutions.

Salon

Recently published research on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems, co-authored by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was mentioned in a July 17 Salon article about the recent trend of consumers and businesses preferring the removal of self-checkout systems.

AiThority.com

Findings from a 2023 report by LeBow’s Center for Applied AI and Business Analytics and data integrity firm Precisely were cited in a story on AiThority.com, an online publication covering AI technology news, editorial insights and digital marketing trends from around the globe.

WWSI (Telemundo-62)

Trustee Professor of Finance Eliezer M. Fich, PhD was quoted in a July 1 WWSI-TV (Telemundo-62) story about the benefits of buying or renting a place to live.

Vox

Associate Professor of Marketing and Cozen Research Scholar in Marketing Daniel Korschun was quoted in Vox’s Today, Explained newsletter on corporations showing less public support for Pride celebrations during the month of June in the wake of backlash during Pride 2023.

AACSB Insights

“Sport Business Roundtable,” a podcast produced by students from LeBow’s Department of Sport Business, was featured in a post on the AACSB’s Insights blog among podcasts offering industry-specific insights to lifelong learners. The Roundtable’s student hosts interview Drexel alumni and industry leaders working in the business of sports.

Marketplace

Associate Professor of Marketing and Associate Dean for Research Elea Feit, PhD, provided commentary to Marketplace regarding a forecasted increase in ad spending and the role that AI plays in driving advertisers’ decisions.

Newsweek

Recently published research on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems, co-authored by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was mentioned in a May 28 Newsweek article about a California grocery chain removing self-checkouts in its stores, citing an increase in theft at self-checkouts.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Lawrence Duke, EdD, clinical professor of marketing and interim head of the Marketing department, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on the growth of warehouses in the greater Philadelphia area. His comments reflect on how consumer demand for faster and more convenient shipping is affecting the need for warehousing near major population centers.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Lawrence Duke, EdD, clinical professor of marketing, shared his insights on the unique status and staying power of Jewelers Row, a Center City neighborhood with a high concentration of jewelry shops, as part of the Philadelphia Inquirer’s “Curious Philly” series.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Associate Professor of Finance Greg Nini, PhD, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on the collapse of Republic Bank and its subsequent acquisition by Lancaster-based Fulton Bank.

The Ascent

Research by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, on how self-checkout affects customer loyalty was cited in a story by The Ascent, a publication by finance site the Motley Fool.

MoneyGeek.com

Professor and Department Head of Finance Ed Nelling, PhD, CFA, contributed insights to a MoneyGeek.com article on buying a home in Pennsylvania.

MoneyGeek.com

Professor and Department Head of Finance Ed Nelling, PhD, CFA, contributed insights to a MoneyGeek.com article on home equity lines of credit.

The Sacramento Bee

Joel Maxcy, PhD, professor of sport business and department head of sport business and general business, was quoted in a story on the economic benefits of a professional sports franchise moving to a city that has not previously hosted one. He cites the NBA’s New Orleans Hornets temporarily relocating to Oklahoma City after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 among numerous economic case studies relating to professional sports.

KYW Newsradio in Depth

Carter Murdoch, PhD, executive director of the Wilbur C. Henderson Real Estate Institute in the LeBow College of Business, was interviewed on KYW Newsradio’s In Depth podcast to discuss the impact of the National Association of Realtors settling a class-action lawsuit relating to realtors’ fees: who will get more money, who might have to spend more, and how this could impact the real estate market.

NBC-10

Edward Nelling, PhD, professor and department head of finance, was interviewed by NBC-10 about the economic and supply chain impact of the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and port suspension in Baltimore.

WWSI-TV (Telemundo-62)

Eliezer M. Fich, PhD, trustee professor of finance, was quoted in March 26 WWSI-TV (Telemundo-62) story about the economic impact of the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was quoted in a March 27 Philadelphia Inquirer article about free ham and turkey promotion for grocery store customers that spend a specific amount of money in stores like Giant and ShopRite, that typically run during holiday seasons.

The Daily Dot

Recently published research on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems, co-authored by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was mentioned in a March 25 Daily Dot story about a viral TikTok video of CVS customers complaining about the company’s self-checkout.

Scripps News

Recently published research on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems, co-authored by Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was mentioned in a Scripps News story about Target’s planned changes to self-checkout which will limit the number of items that can be purchased at self-checkout.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Lauren D’Innocenzo, PhD, associate professor of management, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article about the retirement of Vanguard’s CEO and the company’s announcement that it would look for new CEO candidates both internally and externally, which is unusual for the company that has always hired for the position with internal candidates.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Jillian Hmurovic, PhD, assistant professor of marketing, was quoted in a March 6 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Philadelphia consumers’ habits shopping on Amazon and their conflicted feelings about it.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Trustee Professor of Finance Eliezer M. Fich, PhD, was quoted in Feb. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer article, part of the Inquirer’s Curious Philly series, about the logistics of why SEPTA Regional Rail does not have restrooms on the train.

WWSI-TV (Telemundo-62)

Trustee Professor of Finance Eliezer M. Fich, PhD, was quoted in Feb. 20 WWSI-TV (Telemundo-62) story about the 2024 housing market and strategies for buying a home.

Newsday

Yanliu Huang, PhD, associate professor of marketing, was quoted in a Feb. 8 Newsday article about how regional and national grocery chains are handling customers’ demands for checkout options and her recently published research on how regular checkout systems provide greater grocery store loyalty than self-checkout systems.

The Times-Tribune

Research by Associate Professor of Marketing Yanliu Huang, PhD, on the effect of self-checkout on store loyalty was cited in a Scranton Times-Tribune story on grocery stores in Northeastern Pennsylvania.