Alexandros Garefalakis | ESG & Audit | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alexandros Garefalakis | ESG & Audit | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alexandros Garefalakis | Hellenic Mediterranean University | Greece

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alexandros Garefalakis is a prominent researcher whose work demonstrates significant contributions to strategic management, innovation, sustainability, and technological applications. His research on strategic ambidexterity, agility, and open innovation in SMEs provides comprehensive insights into how organizations can balance exploration and exploitation to remain competitive in dynamic markets, as highlighted in his bibliometric analyses that map emerging trends and research directions. In addition, his work on Agriculture 5.0 presents innovative strategies for cost reduction and energy efficiency, reflecting a forward-thinking approach to sustainable agricultural management. Dr. Garefalakis has also made substantial contributions to the field of accounting and finance through his research on machine learning applications for accounting disclosure and fraud detection, offering practical solutions to enhance transparency and mitigate risks. His studies on the fraud triangle propose alternative perspectives, contributing to the theoretical and applied understanding of financial crime prevention. Furthermore, his research on green human resource management emphasizes sustainable and agile practices in SMEs, linking organizational strategy with environmental responsibility. Across his publications, Dr. Garefalakis consistently demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach, integrating management theory, technological innovation, and sustainability principles. His work not only advances academic knowledge but also provides actionable insights for practitioners, positioning him as a leading figure in shaping contemporary research trends and practices. With a strong record of high-impact publications, he exemplifies research excellence and influence in multiple domains.

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Featured Publications

Ragazou, K., Passas, I., Garefalakis, A., & Dimou, I. (2022). Investigating the research trends on strategic ambidexterity, agility, and open innovation in SMEs: Perceptions from bibliometric analysis. Journal of Open Innovation: Technology, Market, and Complexity, 8(3), 118.

Ragazou, K., Garefalakis, A., Zafeiriou, E., & Passas, I. (2022). Agriculture 5.0: A new strategic management mode for a cut cost and an energy efficient agriculture sector. Energies, 15(9), 3113.

Papadakis, S., Garefalakis, A., Lemonakis, C., Chimonaki, C., & Zopounidis, C. (2020). Machine learning applications for accounting disclosure and fraud detection. IGI Global.

Kagias, P., Cheliatsidou, A., Garefalakis, A., Azibi, J., & Sariannidis, N. (2022). The fraud triangle–an alternative approach. Journal of Financial Crime, 29(3), 908–924.

Papademetriou, C., Ragazou, K., Garefalakis, A., & Passas, I. (2023). Green human resource management: Mapping the research trends for sustainable and agile human resources in SMEs. Sustainability, 15(7), 5636.

Salvador Fonseca Guadalupe | Sustainability | Best Review Paper Award

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Dr. Salvador Fonseca Guadalupe | Sustainability  | Best Review Paper Award

Dr. Salvador Fonseca Guadalupe | Universidade de Aveiro | Portugal

Salvador Fonseca Guadalupe is a distinguished Santomense economist and public administrator recognized for his expertise in finance, taxation, and economic policy. He holds a degree in Business Management from Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias in Lisbon, a master’s in Business Administration from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Economic and Business Sciences at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, with research focused on microfinance and poverty reduction. Throughout his extensive career, he has held prominent positions within the government, including Director of the Treasury, Technical Advisor to the Minister of Finance, and Director of the Office of Economic Studies and Policy at the Ministry of Planning and Finance. He has played a key role in national fiscal reforms, notably leading the implementation of the Value Added Tax (IVA) system and the introduction of electronic invoicing in São Tomé and Príncipe. Alongside his administrative achievements, he has contributed significantly to academia, teaching financial accounting, analytical accounting, and public finance at higher education institutions. His scholarly work includes publications in leading international journals such as the Journal of Risk and Financial Management and Cuadernos de Gestion, and book chapters published by Springer, covering topics on microfinance, economic empowerment, and sustainable poverty reduction. With a blend of academic insight and policy leadership, Salvador da Fonseca Guadalupe continues to shape economic governance and foster institutional growth in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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Featured Publications

Guadalupe, S. F., Moreira, A. C., & Mota, J. (2024). Profitability of microfinance institutions and borrowers: A systematic literature review. Cuadernos de Gestión.

Fonseca, S., Mota, J., & Moreira, A. (2024). The impact of microfinance on individuals’ empowerment: A systematic literature review. In Microfinance: Interventions in challenging contexts (pp. xx–xx). Springer.