Awards Committee
The role of the Award Committee (AC) is to review the awards currently offered by the academy and suggest a list of awards that should be institutionalized. The AC will provide a description of each award and a set of selection criteria as well as the process to be followed for the selection of the winners. The description of each award will be posted on the AABD Website and will be read at the formal presentation of the award. The AC will solicit nominations for each award and make recommendations for the winners to the Executive Committee.
The AC consists of the most recent past President, Executive Secretary, and three other members appointed by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. James B. Abugre, University of Ghana, Ghana
Dr. Kofi Dadzie, Georgia State University (Chair), USA
Dr. Norma Juma, Washburn University, USA
Dr. Alphonso Ogbuehi, Stockton University, USA
Dr. Ayodele C. Oniku, University of Lagos, Nigeria
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee (FC) oversees the development of the organization’s budgeting and financial planning, the creation of the organization’s internal controls, the preparation and distribution to the executives and board members of timely, accurate, and user-friendly financial reports. The FC shall also look at ways of improving payments of registration fees and membership fees, as well as find fund raising opportunities for the Academy.
The FC consists of the VP for Finance and Treasurer (Chair), the President, and a maximum of three other members appointed by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. Norma Juma, Washburn University, (Chair), USA
Dr. Simon P. Sigué, Athabasca University, Canada
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee (MC) is responsible for increasing the Academy’s membership. The MC shall coordinate membership-dues- payment, review academic, professional, and institutional membership privileges, develop incentives for the different membership groups, promote academic, professional, and institutional membership growth and retention, and make recommendations as to the eligibility for elections.
The MC consists of the VP for Membership, the VP for Communications, and a maximum of five other members appointed by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. Charlene Dadzie, University of South Alabama , (Chair), USA
Dr. Charles Blankson, North Texas University, USA
Conference Committee
The Conference Committee (CC) is responsible for the planning and organization of the annual conference in collaboration with the Conference Chair. The CC also shall assess conference hosting proposals and make recommendations to the Executive Committee.
The CC consists of the President (Chair), the VP for Finance and Treasurer, the VP for Communications, the Program Chair, and the Proceedings Editor, and, if necessary, an appointed member by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. Theresia Dominic, University of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Dr. Ayantunji Gbadamosi, University of East London, United Kingdom
Dr. Richard N. Hayes, Hofstra University, USA
Dr. Charles Blankson, North Texas University, USA
Dr. Simon P. Sigué, Athabasca University (Chair), Canada
Dr. Pantaleo D. Rwelamila, University of South Africa, South Africa
Professional Development Committee
The Professional Development Committee (PDC) develops and implements with the approval of the Executive Committee activities that contribute to the professional development of members. Examples of such activities include the development and delivery of training workshops and programs, mentorship programs, networking, maintenance of an online repository that provides useful information and resources to members (e.g., free online courses, grant information, visiting scholar positions, job opportunities …).
The PDC consists of the VP, and four members appointed by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. William K. Darley (Chair), University of Toledo, USA
Dr. Norma Juma, Washburn University, USA
Dr. Jacob Musila, Athabasca University, Canada
Dr. Robert Rugimbana, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa
Dr. Aihie Osarenkhoe, University of Gävle, Sweden
Business Development Committee
The Business Development Committee (BDC) develops, implements, and oversees with the approval of the Executive Committee activities that generate revenue for AABD. The BDC also assesses business proposals submitted by members or other service providers willing to partner with AABD to deliver income generating services and makes recommendations to the Executive Committee. The BDC advises the Executive Committee and/or speaks on behalf of AABD on topics and matters of general interest that affect business development and education in Africa. The BDC shall help to articulate positions that advance the mission of the Academy.
The BDC consists of the President, the VP for Finance and Treasurer, and a maximum of five other members appointed by the Executive Committee.
Composition
Dr. Richard N. Hayes, Hofstra University, USA
Dr. Simon P. Sigué, Athabasca University, USA
Terms of references applicable to all Standing Committees
1. Terms of Office
The term of office ends with the swearing in of the new Executive Committee. Standing Committee members serve at the discretion of the Executive Committee. Appointed members may be reappointed to the same Standing Committee for only one additional successive term at the discretion of the Executive Committee.
2. Reporting Relationships
Standing Committees report to the Executive Committee. Each Standing Committee shall provide a quarterly report to the Executive Committee, as well as submit an annual written report to the Board prior to the annual meeting.
3. Liaisons
Standing Committees shall liaise with other committees when appropriate or as needed.
4. Meetings
Each Standing Committee shall meet at the call of the Chair, at least annually at the time of the annual conference, and conduct correspondence and teleconferences at the discretion of the Chair.
5. Quorum
A quorum shall be a simple majority of the Committee’s members.
6. Financial Arrangements
No committee member shall be remunerated for serving as a committee member. However, as all members of AABD, a committee member can be remunerated for special activities performed for AABD, especially activities that generate revenue such as those initiated or coordinated by the BDC. Finally, with the approval of the Executive Committee, a committee member can be reimbursed for expenses incurred in performing an AABD business.
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AABD Executive Officers
5/2022-5/2025
President – Dr. Simon P. Sigué
Associate Dean in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Full Professor of Marketing in the Faculty of Business at Athabasca University, Canada.
Vice President – Dr. Richard N. Hayes
Executive Director, Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY, USA
Executive Secretary – Dr. James B. Abugre
Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at the University of Ghana Business School [UGBS], Ghana
Vice President for Finance and Treasurer – Dr. Norma Juma
Endowed chair, Brenneman Professor of Business Strategy at Washburn University of Texas at Arlington, USA
Vice President for Communications, Public Relations, and Corporate Liaison –
Dr. Charles Blankson
Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business at the University of North Texas, Denton, Texas, USA.
Vice President for Membership – Dr. Charlene Dadzie
Associate Professor of Marketing in the Department of Marketing and Quantitative Methods, Mitchell College of Business, University of South Alabama.
5/2019-5/2022
President – Dr. Simon P. Sigué
Associate Dean in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Full Professor of Marketing in the Faculty of Business at Athabasca University, Canada.
Vice President – Dr. Norma Juma
Endowed chair, Brenneman Professor of Business Strategy at Washburn University of Texas at Arlington, USA
Executive Secretary – Dr. James B. Abugre
Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at the University of Ghana Business School [UGBS], Ghana
Vice President for Finance and Treasurer – Dr. Richard N. Hayes
Executive Director, Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY, USA
Vice President for Communications, Public Relations, and Corporate Liaison –
Dr. Kobby Mensah
Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship, University of Ghana, Ghana
Dr. Charles Blankson
Professor of Marketing and Chair of the Department of Marketing in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business at the University of North Texas, Denton, Texas, USA.
Vice President for Membership – Dr. Hellen N. Otieno
Faculty Director, Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya.
5/2016-5/2019
President – Dr Kofi Q. Dadzie
Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics
J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Vice President – Dr. Simon P. Sigué
Professor of Marketing
Athabasca University, Canada
Executive Secretary – Dr Tidings P. Ndhlovu
Senior Lecturer in Economics
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, United Kingdom
Vice President Finance and Treasurer – Dr. O. Felix Ayadi
Professor & Endowed Chair, JP Morgan Chase Center for Financial Education
Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas, USA
Vice President for Membership – Dr. Hellen N. Otieno
Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship, Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
Vice President for Communications, Public Relations, and Corporate Liaison –
Dr. Jak-Erik Jaensson
Associate Professor of Marketing, The Open University of Tanzania.
5/2013-5/2016
President – Dr Kofi Q. Dadzie
Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics
J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University, Atlanta, USA
Vice President – Dr. Simon P. Sigué
Professor of Marketing
Athabasca University, Canada
Executive Secretary – Dr Tidings P. Ndhlovu
Senior Lecturer in Economics
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, United Kingdom
Vice President Finance and Treasury – Dr. O. Felix Ayadi
Professor & Endowed Chair, JP Morgan Chase Center for Financial Education
Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas, USA
Vice President for Membership – Dr. Moses Acquaah
Professor of Management
University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA
Vice President for Communications, Public Relations, and Corporate Liaison –
Dr. Judy N. Muthuri
Lecturer in Corporate Social Responsibility
Nottingham University Business School, United Kingdom
Program Chair – Dr. Emmanuel Cleeve
Senior Lecturer in Economics
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, United Kingdom
IAABD Proceedings Co- Editor – Dr. Anita Spring
Professor Emeritus in the Anthropology Department
University of Florida, USA.
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AABD Board of Governors
5/2019-5/2022
Elected Members
Dr. Tidings Ndhlovu, Chairman
Senior Lecturer in Economics
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, United Kingdom
Dr. Robert Rugimbana
Professor of Marketing, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa
Dr. Lettice Rutashobya
Professor of Business and Entrepreneurship, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Dr. O. Felix Ayadi
Professor & Endowed Chair, JP Morgan Chase Center for Financial Education
Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas, USA
Dr. Kofi Q. Dadzie, Immediate Past President, AABD
Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics
J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Ex-Officio Members
Dr. Simon P. Sigué , AABD President
Associate Dean in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Full Professor of Marketing in the Faculty of Business at Athabasca University, Canada.
Dr. Norma Juma, AABD Vice President
Endowed chair, Brenneman Professor of Business Strategy at Washburn University of Texas at Arlington, USA
Dr. James B. Abugre, AABD Executive Secretary
Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at the University of Ghana Business School [UGBS].
Dr. Richard N. Hayes, AABD Vice President for Finance and Treasurer
Executive Director, Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Associate Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY, USA
5/2016-5/2019
Elected Members
Dr. Anita Spring, Chairperson,
Professor Emeritus of Anthropology and African Studies, University of Florida, U.S.A.
Dr. Lettice Rutashobya,
Professor of Business and Entrepreneurship, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Dr. Franklyn Manu,
Professor of Marketing and International Business, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Ghana.
Dr. Alphonso Ogbuehi,
Professor of Marketing and Global Strategy, Clayton State University, U.S.A.
Dr. Chris I. Enyinda,
Professor of Marketing and International Business, Canadian University Dubai, U.A.E.
Ex-Officio Members
Dr.Kofi Q. Dadzie, President, IAABD
Associate Professor of Marketing and Logistics
J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Dr. Tidings Ndhlovu, Executive Secretary, IAABD
Senior Lecturer in Economics
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, United Kingdom