Meet Warrington’s new faculty for 2024
The Warrington College of Business is proud to welcome 17 new faculty members to campus in the fall of 2024. Learn more about these outstanding new members of the Warrington team who will continue to strengthen the college’s reputation and prepare our students for success.
Eugene F. Brigham Finance, Insurance and Real Estate Department
Murillo Campello | Professor
Previous experience:
- Professor of Finance, Cornell University
Education:
- PhD, University of Illinois
- Master’s, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro
- Bachelor’s, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
David Mascio | Clinical Associate Professor 
Research focus:
- Natural language processing in finance
- Forecasting with shallow and deep learning models
- Quantitative financial modeling
Classes:
- Financial Modeling
- Natural Language Processing in Finance
Previous experience:
- Professor of Applied Investments & Chair of the Roland George Investment Program, Stetson University
Education:
- PhD – EDHEC Business School
- MBA – University of Liverpool
- Bachelor’s – University of New Mexico
“I wanted to teach at Warrington because of a new program introduced in 2024 in the area of financial technology. I will be the Executive Director of the FinTech Research Center.”
Fahad Saleh | Associate Professor
Research focus:
- Blockchain Economics
- Cryptofinance
Classes:
- A project-based blockchain course where students will have to propose a business idea to be deployed on blockchain.
Previous experience:
- Visiting Associate Professor, MIT
- Associate Professor, Wake Forest University
- Assistant Professor, McGill University
Education:
- PhD – NYU Stern School of Business
- Master’s – Columbia University
- Bachelor’s – Cornell University
“The UF faculty and community are great, and I am happy to be a part of it.”
Research focus:
- Mutual funds
- Investment strategies
- Investment performance measurement
- Behavioral finance
- Empirical asset pricing
Classes:
- Finance I: Asset Valuation, Risk, and Return
- Finance II: Capital Structure and Risk Management Issues
Previous experience:
- Associate Professor, University of Nebraska
- Visiting Professor, University of Florida
- Assistant Professor, Universidad de Chile
- Visiting Assistant Professor, Tulane University
Education:
- PhD – Tulane University
- Joint MBA – Universidad de Chile and Tulane University
- Bachelor’s – Universidad Católica de Chile
“About a decade ago, I happened to work at Warrington for a year, had a really great experience and always considered coming back if possible. While I had received offers from other institutions, once I saw that Warrington was looking for someone with my qualifications, I immediately applied and was very happy to be welcomed back to the Gator family!”
Fisher School of Accounting
Paige Bressler | Clinical Associate Professor
Research focus:
- Effects of financial reporting on capital marketing
- Economic impacts of tax law
Classes:
- Governmental Accounting
- Federal Income Tax 1 and 2
- Advanced Corporate Taxation
Previous experience:
- Assistant Professor, College of Charleston
- Instructor, University of West Florida
- Instructor, Florida Atlantic University
- Adjunct Professor, Broward Community College
Education:
- PhD – Florida Atlantic University
- MBA – University of Miami
- BBA – University of Miami
“I am originally from Miami, Florida and have spent most of my life in South Florida. I am not only thrilled to return to my home state, but to have the opportunity to teach and research at one of the top accounting programs in the country.”
Information Systems and Operations Management Department
Berkay Akyapi | Clinical Assistant Professor
Research focus:
- Machine learning techniques to assess the economic and business impacts of contemporaneous issues such as climate change and automation.
Classes:
- Managerial Operations Analysis
- Courses on coding with Java and Python
Previous experience:
- University of Florida Instructor for master’s economics students.
Education:
- PhD, Economics – University of Florida
- Master of Science, Economics – Middle East Technical University
- Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Bilkent University
“I had the opportunity to teach at Warrington during the 2023-2024 academic year and thoroughly enjoyed it. The students are engaged, ask insightful questions and show genuine interest in the topics. Their enthusiasm and willingness to advance their careers inspire me, and I find myself learning a lot from them as well.”
Classes:
- Managerial Quantitative Analysis I
- Programming for Business Analytics
- Managerial Operations Analysis II
- Statistical Analysis for Managerial Decisions
Education:
- PhD – University of Florida
- Sc – Iran
- Sc – Iran
“My interest in teaching was inspired by my grandmother, a passionate teacher and award-winner for teaching excellence. This early inspiration grew and matured through the teaching opportunities I had during my PhD programs, where I discovered the joy and fulfillment of teaching. While my academic background is in Industrial and Systems Engineering, I have developed strong skills in applying this knowledge to decision-making and management. These experiences drive my aspiration to contribute to the field of Information Systems and Operations Management. My background equips me with the ability to teach systematic thinking to students and support the department’s mission of excellence in teaching.”
Research focus:
- Economic value of community-based digital platforms
Classes:
- Statistical Analysis for Managerial Decisions
- Artificial Intelligence Methods in Business
Previous experience:
- University of Washington, Seattle
Education:
- PhD – University of Washington, Seattle
“I decided to join Warrington not only because UF is a prestigious university conducting cutting edge research in the field of information systems, but also because Warrington stands out as an innovation-driven and inclusive business school that fosters frontier research ideas and actively supports students’ engagement with advanced knowledge. I am eager to have the opportunity to work with the distinguished scholars in the group, as well as bring my expertise to the classroom.
Hongli Ye | Clinical Assistant Professor
Research focus:
- Service operations resilience in the high customer contact services
Classes:
- Business Systems Design and Applications
- Advanced Business Systems Design & Development I
Previous experience:
- Clemson University
Education:
- PhD – Clemson University
- Master’s – Kobe University
“I was interested in teaching in Warrington because of its’ reputation for academic excellence and commitment to high educational standards. At the same time, the collaborative atmosphere among faculties provides us opportunities for professional growth and development.”
Management Department
Classes:
- The Art and science of Negotiation
- Startup funding
- Small and family Business
- Organizational behavior
- Global strategic management
Education:
- Doctorate in Business Administration – Université Jean Moulin, Lyon III
- MBA – McGill University
- Bachelor’s degree – Concordia University
“I was drawn to the opportunity to teach at Warrington College of Business due to its reputation for fostering innovation and excellence in business education. The college’s commitment to blending rigorous academic theory with real-world application aligns perfectly with my own teaching philosophy. Moreover, Warrington’s emphasis on creating a collaborative and dynamic learning environment resonates deeply with me, as I believe in nurturing students’ abilities to think critically and creatively while preparing them for the challenges of the global business landscape. Teaching at Warrington presents an exciting chance to contribute to the development of future business leaders and to engage with a community that values continuous learning and innovation.”
Trevor Foulk | Associate Professor
Research focus:
- Employee well-being
Classes:
- Organizational behavior
- Leadership
Previous experience:
- Associate Professor, University of Maryland
Education:
- PhD – University of Florida
- Bachelor’s – University of Massachusetts-Amherst
“I got my PhD from UF in 2017, so UF is kind of like home to me. I’m really excited to contribute to the community, and be a part of all the great things Warrington is doing now and will be doing in the future.”
Management Communication Center
Amy (AJ) Jung | Assistant in Teaching
Classes:
- Business speaking and presentations
- Professional communication
Education:
- PhD – Arizona State University
- Master’s – California State University, Los Angeles
- Bachelor’s – Taylor University
“As an adjunct for three years, my encounters with business students has shown them to be driven and exceptional, making me want to focus on helping them improve their public communication skills. Working with MCC faculty, especially Sean Limon, has been so professional and fun that I’m thrilled to join the crew.”
Douglas Leong | Assistant in Teaching
Classes:
- Business Speaking and Presentations
Education:
- PhD – University of Alberta
- Master’s – Robert Morris College
- Bachelor’s – University of Alberta
“I’m excited to be teaching at Warrington! UF is a fantastic school with amazing students, and every time I’ve visited, I’ve been impressed by the campus vibe. Plus, I already know a few people on the staff who are great, which makes it even better. I can’t wait to get started and be part of this amazing community.”
Robert (Bobby) Winsler | Assistant in Teaching
Classes:
- Professional communication
Education:
- PhD – University of Florida
- Master’s – University of South Florida
- Bachelor’s – University of Tampa
“As a native Floridian, I’ve idolized the University of Florida as a premier institution both in Florida and the nation. Warrington has been an innovative driving force behind the University’s success, and the Management Communication Center is one of those initiatives that keeps our College of Business a step ahead of others.”
Marketing Department
Classes:
- Principles in marketing
- Professional selling
- International marketing
- Problems and methods in marketing management
Education:
- DBA – University of Florida
- MBA – University of Florida
- Bachelor’s – Northern Illinois University
“I always had a goal of getting a terminal degree. After getting my MBA from UF, I knew that if I ever accomplished that goal, it would be again at UF. After I started my DBA, the College asked me to start teaching as an adjunct and the teaching bug bit me! I love the interaction with the students. My goal is for them to have successful careers and represent the Gator Nation wherever they end up going.
“One thing that I think is a little different about me is that I was in the corporate world for 24 years before retiring and starting in academia. I worked for world-renowned companies (Motorola, Google, and Apple) as a Marketing and Sales executive. My last role at Apple was Head of Sales, AppleCare. This allows me to share stories with students and bring concepts to life.”
Christina Norton | Lecturer/Instructional Assistant Professor
Responsibilities:
- Director of Student Engagement, Miller Retail Center
- Overseeing the Retail Management Seminar and Retail Management Intern program.
Classes:
- Retailing Management
Education:
- PhD – University of South Florida
- Master’s – Cornell University
- Master’s – Open University, England
- Bachelor’s – Cornell University
“UF stands out for its exceptional quality of education. The caliber of students and faculty at UF is remarkable, where innovation and excellence thrive. It’s not just a career move—it’s a dream come true to contribute to and grow with such a prestigious university.”
Myles Swann | Lecturer/Instructional Assistant Professor
Classes:
- Professional Selling
- Advanced Marketing Management
- Special Topics
Education:
- DBA – University of Florida
- Master’s – Rutgers University
- Master’s – University of Alabama – Huntsville
- Bachelor’s – Auburn University
“I like sharing my real-world and professional marketing experience with students. As a University of Florida alumnus, I am very excited to become a part of and grow with the Warrington faculty. Importantly, I look forward to engaging with the excellent student body I know exists at Florida.”
