Angel Del Castillo Puente | Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Angel Del Castillo Puente — IE Business School, Madrid, Spain

Angel Del Castillo Puente
Affiliation EAE Business School
Country Spain
Scopus ID 57202446590
Documents 13
Citations 181
h-index 5
Subject Area Business Strategy & FMCG
Event World Science Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-5944-1503

Angel Del Castillo Puente is a senior executive and academic recognized for his extensive contributions to business transformation, strategic leadership, and multinational operations within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and agri-food sectors. With over 25 years of leadership experience and a parallel academic career, his work bridges corporate execution with strategic research and education [1].

Abstract

This article examines the professional and academic contributions of Ángel María del Castillo Puente, highlighting his leadership in multinational corporate environments and his role in shaping strategic business education. His dual engagement in executive leadership and academia provides a model for integrating practical expertise with scholarly insight [1].

Keywords

Business Transformation, FMCG, Strategic Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Retail Management, Executive Education, Corporate Governance

Introduction

The evolving landscape of global business requires leaders capable of navigating complexity, driving transformation, and integrating strategic thinking across functions. Ángel María del Castillo Puente exemplifies this paradigm through his extensive experience in corporate leadership and academic instruction [1].

Research Profile

His academic work focuses on strategy, marketing, and sales management, particularly within retail and food service sectors. As an Associate Professor at IE Business School, he integrates real-world corporate challenges into research and teaching methodologies [1].

Research Contributions

  • Advancement of strategic marketing frameworks in FMCG industries
  • Integration of academic theory with executive-level business practice
  • Development of executive education programs with global impact

Publications

Publication data indexed in Scopus indicates contributions to business and management literature, although detailed metrics are not publicly specified [1]. DOI-referenced works may include strategic management case studies and applied research outputs.

Research Impact

His influence extends beyond academic publications into corporate transformation initiatives, executive mentoring, and board advisory roles. The practical impact of his work is reflected in organizational performance improvements and leadership development outcomes [1].

Award Suitability

Ángel María del Castillo Puente demonstrates strong alignment with the criteria for Best Researcher Award. His combination of corporate success, academic contribution, and advisory expertise positions him as a suitable candidate for international recognition in this field [1].

Conclusion

The career of Ángel María del Castillo Puente illustrates the value of integrating executive leadership with academic rigor. His contributions continue to shape both industry practices and business education, reinforcing his standing within the global academic and corporate community [1].

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ángel María del Castillo Puente, Author ID 57202446590. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57202446590

Hayet Soltani | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hayet Soltani | Finance | Best Researcher Award

University of Sfax, Tunisia

Dr. Hayet Soltani, a Tunisian scholar, is an accomplished researcher in finance, business engineering, and digitalization of companies, with expertise spanning financial stress, investor sentiment, stock market dynamics, clean energy, and sustainable investments. She earned her Ph.D. in Finance (2020), Master’s in Finance (2016), and Bachelor’s in Finance (2013) from the Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, Tunisia, later enhancing her qualifications with a Ma   ter’s in Business Engineering and Digitalization of Companies (2023). She also undertook international research training, including a doctoral internship at Sorbonne Nouvelle University, Paris III (2019), and specialized courses in bibliometric analysis, Zotero, and soft skills certification. Professionally, Dr. Soltani has held multiple lecturer positions at leading Tunisian institutions, including the Higher Institute of Management of Gabes (2021–2024), the Higher Institute of Business Administration of Sfax (2025), and others, where she has contributed significantly to finance and management education. Her research interests include financial market integration, digital banking strategies, ESG investment forecasting, and the spillover effects between financial, cryptocurrency, and commodity markets, particularly during crises. She has authored 9 peer-reviewed Scopus-indexed publications with 61 citations and an h-index of 5, with works published in high-impact journals such as Quality & Quantity, Asia-Pacific Financial Markets, EuroMed Journal of Business, and the Journal of the Knowledge Economy, alongside several works under review. Her research skills include econometric modeling, bibliometric analysis, machine learning applications in finance, and advanced statistical software proficiency (EVIEWS, STATA, RATS, Bibliometrix, Zotero). She has actively participated in international conferences, presenting research on finance, AI, sustainability, and ethical investment. Recognized for her academic contributions, she has earned visibility in the International Research Awards on Science, Health, and Engineering, reflecting her rising impact in the global research community. In conclusion, Dr. Soltani’s strong academic foundation, professional teaching experience, international collaborations, and growing publication record highlight her as an emerging leader in financial economics and digitalization research, with promising potential to shape innovative frameworks that bridge finance, technology, and sustainability on a global scale.

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Featured Publications

  1. Soltani, H., Taleb, J., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2025). The directional spillover effects and time-frequency nexus between stock markets, cryptocurrency, and investor sentiment during the COVID-19 pandemic. European Journal of Management and Business Economics, 34(1), 23–46.

  2. Soltani, H., Aloulou, A., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2017). The impact of political instability on investor sentiment and market performance: Evidence from Tunisian Revolution. IUP Journal of Applied Finance, 23(4), 7–23.

  3. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2023). The predictive power of financial stress on the financial markets dynamics: Hidden Markov model. Journal of Economics and Finance, 47(1), 94–115.

  4. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2023). The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the nexus between the investor’s sentiment and the financial market dynamics: Evidence from the Chinese market. Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration, 15(5), 673–694.

  5. Soltani, H., & Boujelbène Abbes, M. (2025). Regime-specific spillover effects between financial stress, GCC stock markets, Brent crude oil, and the gold market. Journal of the Knowledge Economy, 16(2), 8840–8866.