Dean Gropper Presents

FAU College of Business
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Join Dan Gropper, Dean of the Florida Atlantic University College of Business, as he introduces the college's faculty members, research, programming, innovations, and much more. Follow Dean Gropper on Twitter at @FAUbusinessdean.

  1. Introducing Dr. Cony Ho, new assistant marketing professor

    11/05/2025

    Introducing Dr. Cony Ho, new assistant marketing professor

    Join Dean Gropper as he sits down with the newest addition to FAU's marketing department, Dr. Cony Ho. Dr. Ho shares his unique journey from an initial passion for sports to pursuing a career in "pure marketing" academia. Recorded November, 4 2025 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    41 min
  2. From Prediction to Creation: How AI Is Changing Marketing with Dr. Abhijit Guha

    10/30/2025

    From Prediction to Creation: How AI Is Changing Marketing with Dr. Abhijit Guha

    In this episode, Dean Gropper sits down with Dr. Abhijit  Ghua, a new marketing professor in the College of Business, to discuss his background, research, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in marketing. Dr. Ghua shares his perspective on how AI has shifted from prediction to creation—exploring what generative AI means for businesses, consumers, and the way we interact with technology in everyday life. From AI-driven shopping experiences to its growing presence as a “virtual friend” or therapist, Dr. Ghua dives into the fascinating questions that shape his work: How do consumers respond to generative AI? And what does this mean for the future of marketing?  Recorded  October 15, 2025 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    52 min
  3. Meet Stephen Reid, new assistant professor of management.

    10/17/2025

    Meet Stephen Reid, new assistant professor of management.

    In this episode of Dean Gropper Presents, Dean Daniel Gropper welcomes Stephen Reid, the newest assistant professor in the Department of Management Programs at Florida Atlantic University's College of Business. Stephen shares his journey from working as a data scientist at Qualtrics to pursuing a PhD and joining academia. Motivated by a desire to make a deeper impact beyond corporate profits, Stephen discusses how reading Give and Take by Adam Grant inspired him to explore the science behind workplace motivation and happiness. He reflects on the freedom and fulfillment that academic research offers, and how it allows him to pursue topics that matter — both personally and professionally. Tune in for an insightful conversation about purpose-driven careers, the transition from industry to academia, and the power of research to shape better workplaces. Recorded October 10, 2025 Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    36 min
  4. Monetary Economics with Economic Historian Dr. Michael Bordo

    04/17/2025

    Monetary Economics with Economic Historian Dr. Michael Bordo

    Dr. Michael D. Bordo is a Board of Governors Professor of Economics and director of the Center for Monetary and Financial History at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    58 min
  5. Economic Policy to Promote Prosperity with Dr. Arthur Laffer

    11/20/2024

    Economic Policy to Promote Prosperity with Dr. Arthur Laffer

    Dr. Arthur Laffer, an American economist and author, joins Dean Daniel Gropper to discuss taxes and economic policy in the United States. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    41 min
  6. Family Business and Economic Freedom w/Heiko Kleve and Roland Kidwell

    05/22/2024

    Family Business and Economic Freedom w/Heiko Kleve and Roland Kidwell

    Heiko Kleve is a Professor & Chair of Organization & Development of Business Families, Academic & Managing Director at the Witten Institute of Family Business Witten/Herdecke University and visiting scholar at Florida Atlantic College of Business. Roland Kidwell is a Carl DeSantis Distinguished Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at Florida Atlantic College of Business, Fulbright Professor and /Co-Host on the Boca Raton Shrimp Tank Podcast. Pictured left to right: Roland Kidwell, Heiko Kleve, and Dean, Daniel Gropper Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    45 min
  7. Taxes and Economic Policy in the United States, with Dr. Arthur Laffer

    11/17/2022

    Taxes and Economic Policy in the United States, with Dr. Arthur Laffer

    Dr. Arthur Laffer, an American economist and author, joins Dean Daniel Gropper to discuss taxes and economic policy in the United States. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    31 min
  8. Veterans & Entrepreneurship, with Carl Cyrius - CEO/Founder of The Oasis Firm

    05/25/2022

    Veterans & Entrepreneurship, with Carl Cyrius - CEO/Founder of The Oasis Firm

    Carl Cyrius is the CEO/Founder of The Oasis Firm, a financial services company, and an alum of the Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program at Florida Atlantic's College of Business. Support the show Business.fau.edu/podcasts

    16 min
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Join Dan Gropper, Dean of the Florida Atlantic University College of Business, as he introduces the college's faculty members, research, programming, innovations, and much more. Follow Dean Gropper on Twitter at @FAUbusinessdean.

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  • Creator
    FAU College of Business
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 FAU College of Business
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