The following individuals are available for interviews concerning the Impact of Research Task Force report draft for comments. To request an interview, please contact:

Natalie Sears – AACSB International
+1 813.769.6515
mediarelations@aacsb.edu

Judy D. Olian – Chair, Board of Directors ? AACSB International
Dean and the John E. Anderson Chair in Management
UCLA Anderson School of Management
University of California, Los Angeles

Currently the chair of the AACSB International Board of Directors, Olian has previously chaired two AACSB task forces which resulted in the following reports: The Doctoral Faculty Commission and Management at Risk

"This is a vital step in addressing the shortage of academically qualified faculty that threatens the ability of business schools to meet the growing demand for high-quality business education and research. Increasing the academic diversity of our faculties through this program will strengthen our ability to meet the global demand."

John J. Fernandes – President and Chief Executive Officer, AACSB International