2026
- April 7 - WalletHub
In a piece about "Best Visa Credit Cards," Arun Upadhyay, professor of finance, offers insight on Visa’s role in the credit card market. In the piece, Upadhyay weighs in on consumer questions tied to Visa cards, including network value, international transactions and why many cardholders associate Visa so closely with their credit card experience.
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- April 6 - The Conversation
In this Conversation article, Aya Chacar, professor of international business, argues that any prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz would do more than raise fuel costs — it would disrupt global fertilizer shipments and drive up grocery prices worldwide. She explains that higher fertilizer costs and delays could reduce crop yields for staples like corn, wheat and rice, putting added pressure on food supplies and hitting lower-income households especially hard.
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- March 31 - CRM Buyer
In CRM Buyer, FIU Business professor Anthony Miyazaki was featured in a story examining how AI is reshaping customer service, with the article noting that many agents say AI improves efficiency but far fewer say it actually reduces their workload because workflows remain fragmented. The piece explores how disconnected tools, ongoing human oversight and integration gaps are limiting AI’s full impact, even as companies expand its use across customer support operations.
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- March 31 - Medical Buyer
In Medical Buyer, FIU Business professor Paulo Gomes’ research found that brief, structured progression-of-care huddles can help hospital teams diagnose patients 14% faster and cut discharge time by nearly 40% for complex cases, without increasing 30-day readmissions. The article highlights how short, interdisciplinary meetings improve coordination among physicians, nurses, social workers and care coordinators, helping hospitals move patients through care more efficiently while maintaining quality.
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- March 27 - EFE
In an interview with EFE, Joel Carnevale, professor of global leadership and management, discussed his research showing that disclosing AI use can hurt the reputation of artists and creative companies, even when the creator already has a strong reputation. The article highlights his finding that audiences tend to favor human-made creativity, meaning AI may improve efficiency but still trigger a reputational penalty when consumers learn it was part of the creative process.
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- March 26 - South Florida Business Journal
In a story about how colleges are adapting to AI’s disruption of entry-level work, Karlene Cousins, chair of the department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, said FIU Business is preparing students by making AI fluency a core part of the curriculum and teaching both practical applications and ethical limitations. The story highlights FIU’s AI360 initiative, AI-focused undergraduate and graduate courses, and the rapid growth of its business analytics and AI bachelor’s program, which expanded from about 600 to 1,000 students in a year.
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- March 23 - Music Tectonics Podcast
In the Music Tectonics podcast, Joel Carnevale, professor of global leadership and management, discussed how disclosing AI use can shape how audiences judge an artist’s competence, credibility and authenticity. The episode explored his recent research on creator reputation, including why the way artists disclose AI involvement may matter as much as whether they disclose it at all.
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- March 20 - WEDU/PBS
In an episode of “Florida This Week,” Craig Austin, associate teaching professor of marketing and logistics, told WEDU/PBS that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz can quickly drive up fuel prices in Florida because oil is a global commodity and the state depends heavily on imported fuel through major ports. He said the impact extends beyond the gas pump to aviation, shipping and grocery costs, with higher oil prices and shipping delays likely to affect Floridians for months even if the conflict ends soon.
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- March 19 - WSVN
In a story on rising gas prices, Craig Austin, associate teaching professor of marketing and logistics, said the issue is not a fuel shortage but a global supply disruption tied to the Strait of Hormuz, where he said more than 600 ships were backed up because of war-related uncertainty. He told the station that volatility in the global oil market will likely keep prices elevated and that even if the conflict ended immediately, it could still take months for normal tanker traffic and pricing to recover.
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- March 14 - Fortune
In a Fortune commentary, Jerry Haar, clinical professor of international business, argues that companies can remain profitable without automatically raising prices, even as inflation and tariff-related costs put pressure on margins. He points to strategies such as improving operational efficiency, optimizing supply chains, using data and AI more effectively, and innovating products and packaging to protect profitability while continuing to deliver value to customers.
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- March 12 - WalletHub
In WalletHub’s 2026 guide to budget percentages, which explains common rules such as the 50/30/20 and 70/20/10 approaches for dividing income across needs, wants and savings, Joshua Dorsey, professor of marketing and logistics, offers insights on whether percentage-based budgeting is effective, who benefits most from it and how to allocate money strategically across necessities, luxuries and savings goals.
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- March 12 - WalletHub
In an explainer on zero-based budgeting, a method that assigns every dollar of income to a specific purpose so income minus expenses equals zero, David Barman, associate teaching professor of accounting, outlines how the approach can help people control spending and plan more intentionally, while also weighing in on who should use this budgeting strategy and how to make it work effectively.
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- March 4 - WSVN
In a story about the conflict in Iran, Craig Austin, associate teaching professor of marketing and logistics, discusses how the supply chain disruption will cause price increases for drugs, electronics, gas and more.
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- March 3 - WIOD/iHeartRadio
In a radio segment regarding the conflict in Iran, Deanne Butchey, teaching professor of finance, discusses how instability will cause prices to spike and markets to fluctuate, pointing to similarities after the events of 9/11.
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- March 1- iHeartRadio
During an interview on radio program “Frankly Speaking,” Emmanuel Roussakis, emeritus professor of finance, reflects on his academic journey helping to build FIU”s finance and banking programs, and shared insights on Miami’s rise as an international financial hub.
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- February 27 - Latin Trade
In a column for Latin Trade, Jerry Haar, clinical professor of international business, argues that rolling back U.S. tariffs could benefit Latin America by boosting regional trade, investment and supply chain integration with the United States.
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- February 25 - Roast Magazine
In a piece on exclusionary ads, Jaclyn Tanenbaum, associate teaching professor of marketing and logistics, explains that telling some consumers a product might not be for them, can actually increase appeal among the right audience.
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- February 24 - The Conversation
In a piece discussing his latest research, Joel Carnevale, assistant professor of global leadership and management, finds that creators who disclose using artificial intelligence in their work often face reputational penalties as audiences question the authenticity of their work.
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- WalletHub - Feb 4
In a WalletHub analysis on comparing car insurance options, FIU Business accounting professor David W. Barman explains that premiums are shaped by factors such as driving history, vehicle type and location, underscoring the importance of evaluating multiple variables when shopping for coverage. His insight highlights how consumers can identify the most cost-effective policies by carefully comparing insurers and personal risk factors.
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- Barron’s - Jan 29
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told senators that U.S. control over Venezuelan oil sales would be temporary and aimed at stabilizing the country while directing proceeds to benefit its people, even as lawmakers questioned the legality and long-term implications of the strategy. FIU Business international business professor Jerry Haar cautions that despite political shifts, Venezuela remains a high-risk environment for investment due to deep-rooted corruption, weak institutions and heavy reliance on a struggling oil sector.
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- NBC 6 - Jan 28
Some Florida homebuyers are turning to artificial intelligence platforms to search listings, generate offers and even complete transactions without traditional agents, potentially saving thousands in commission costs. But FIU real estate professor Eli Beracha cautions that while AI can streamline simple tasks and improve efficiency, it cannot fully capture a home’s intangible qualities or replace the judgment and negotiation skills of experienced agents.
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- The Conversation - Jan 27
Research highlighted in The Conversation shows that self-improvement gifts, such as gym memberships or Botox treatments, can unintentionally hurt recipients’ feelings and lead them to post more negative reviews, harming retailers’ reputations despite product quality. FIU Business marketing professor Linnéa Chapman explains that the emotional sting of feeling judged drives this backlash, underscoring the risks businesses face when promoting self-improvement items as gifts.
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- Phys Org - Jan 27
New research from Jong Youl Lee, professor of information systems and business analytics finds that claiming a business page on review platforms like Yelp can unintentionally lower ratings and trigger longer, more negative feedback, as dissatisfied customers feel encouraged to voice complaints once they believe an owner is watching.
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- WalletHub - Jan 26
A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best and worst U.S. states for retirement based on 46 indicators spanning affordability, quality of life and health care, highlighting how taxes, living costs and access to medical services shape retirees’ financial security and well-being. FIU Business finance professor Robinson Reyes Peña emphasizes that choosing where to retire requires carefully weighing personal finances, health needs and lifestyle priorities to ensure long-term stability on a fixed income.
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- WalletHub - Jan 22
A WalletHub analysis comparing more than 180 U.S. cities across metrics such as debt levels, credit behavior and savings highlights where residents demonstrate the strongest and weakest budgeting habits, with places like Seattle, Fremont and Honolulu ranking among the best. FIU Business finance professor Suchi Mishra underscores that consistent budgeting discipline and responsible credit use are essential for long-term financial stability, reinforcing the study’s broader message about managing rising costs and economic uncertainty.
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- The National Interest - Jan 16
In a National Interest analysis, FIU Business professor Jerry Haar argues that the private sector is playing an increasingly critical role in disrupting global human trafficking networks using tools such as supply-chain monitoring, artificial intelligence and financial tracking to reduce traffickers’ profits and protect vulnerable workers.
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- El Nuevo Herald - Jan 15
An analysis from international business professor Jerry Haar cited by El Nuevo Herald warns that enthusiasm about renewed investment in Venezuela should be tempered, noting the country’s total exports plunged from about $112 billion in 2010 to roughly $13.6 billion in 2024—highlighting the scale of economic collapse and long-term risks for businesses.
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- WalletHub - January 14
In a WalletHub article comparing car insurance options, David Barman, associate professor of finance at FIU Business, explained how factors like driving history, vehicle type and location influence premiums and offered guidance on finding the most cost-effective coverage.
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- NBC 6 - Jan 13
Florida lawmakers are weighing sweeping proposals to reduce or eliminate property taxes on homesteaded properties, a move aimed at easing costs for homeowners but one that could strain funding for local services. FIU real estate professor Eli Beracha notes that while lower taxes may boost home values and benefit current owners, they could also make homeownership less attainable for first-time buyers.
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- WalletHub - January 13
In a WalletHub piece on credit cards with instant approval and no credit check, Joshua Dorsey, assistant professor of marketing at FIU Business, weighed in on how easier approval options can help consumers build credit while emphasizing that no-credit-check cards still carry important terms and considerations.
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- Fast Company - January 12
In an article on the effectiveness of exclusionary advertising, Jaclyn Tanenbaum, assistant professor of marketing at FIU Business, explained how deliberately excluding certain audiences can help brands attract the right customers and improve campaign performance.
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- The Conversation - January 6
In a research brief on exclusionary advertising, Jaclyn Tanenbaum, assistant professor of marketing at FIU Business, shared findings showing how ads that intentionally exclude certain audiences can be more effective at attracting the right customers.
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- Fortune - January 6
In a story on why “hard-to-get” marketing works, Fortune highlighted research showing that dissuasive advertising—telling some consumers a product isn’t for them—can help brands more effectively attract the right audience and stand out in crowded markets.
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- The Academic Minute - January 5
On TheAcademic Minute, Jaclyn Tanenbaum, assistant professor of marketing at FIU Business, discussed research on dissuasive advertising and why campaigns that aren’t “for everyone” can be more effective at reaching the right audience.
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- Latin Trade - January 3
In a column on nearshoring readiness, Jerry Haar, professor of international business at FIU Business, and co-author Sary Levy-Carciente argued that Latin America must strengthen infrastructure, education and regulatory frameworks to fully capitalize on the nearshoring opportunity.
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