Haitao Fan | Business | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Haitao Fan | Business | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Haitao Fan | WenZhou university of technology | China

Mr. Haitao Fan is a professional working at the Xinjiang Tacheng City Agriculture and Rural Revitalization Bureau, where he plays a key role in industry management, training evaluation, and rural development initiatives. He designs and implements learning progress assessment systems for trainees, integrating human capital theory from industrial economics to analyze the impact of skill enhancement on agricultural economic growth. By maintaining close communication with trainees, he identifies learning challenges, optimizes resource allocation, and ensures the effective delivery of skilled talent to the agricultural sector. He also organizes science and technology outreach activities, promoting agricultural innovation and technology diffusion in rural areas while fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. His efforts have strengthened the linkage between agricultural and cultural industries, promoting regional economic diversification through creative initiatives such as music festivals and science competitions. Academically, he holds a Master’s degree in Rural Development from Xinjiang Agricultural University (2022–2024), a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Northeast Agricultural University (2021–2024), and a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from Lianyungang Vocational and Technical College (2017–2020). His coursework includes development economics, rural public administration, microeconomics, resource and environmental economics, and rural revitalization strategy. As a researcher, he has published four academic papers, including two in top international journals  Journal of the Knowledge Economy (SSCI, CAS Q3, JCR Q1) and Ecological Economics  along with contributions to Village Committee Director and PLOS One (under external review). His research explores technological innovation, FDI, carbon emissions, agricultural insurance, and low-carbon agricultural productivity. Proficient in STATA, he specializes in time series, panel data, and mediation analysis. His works have collectively received over 100 citations, with an h-index of 4, reflecting his growing academic influence in sustainable rural and agricultural development. Combining solid technical expertise, organizational skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration, he continues to contribute to the modernization and revitalization of China’s rural economy.

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Laith Tashtoush | Business Administration | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Tashtoush | Business Administration | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Tashtoush | Near East University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Tashtoush holds a PhD in Business Administration from Near East University (2020), following his Master’s degree from Al-Albayt University (2008) and a Bachelor’s degree from Mu’tah University (2003). Since March 2024, he has been serving as Assistant Professor, contributing extensively to research and education in business administration, human resource management, organizational behavior, and international business. His PhD research focused on the impact of human resource management functions on organizational commitment and citizenship behavior in Jordanian universities, while his Master’s thesis examined the role of information system capabilities in enhancing competitive advantage strategies. Dr. Tashtoush has supervised 30 Master’s and postgraduate theses across diverse topics including digital marketing, social media, blockchain, cryptocurrency, strategic management of sustainability, ethical leadership, entrepreneurial development, international trade, e-commerce, customer loyalty, and SME performance in multiple countries such as Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Yemen, Turkey, and North Cyprus. His supervision spans studies on organizational culture, leadership styles, employee motivation, productivity, brand equity, service quality, and the effects of globalization on business performance. He has guided research on the integration of technology and innovation in business advancement, green practices, and financial performance evaluation of multinational firms, bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications. Dr. Tashtoush’s work contributes to understanding the dynamics of human resource management, leadership, and strategic decision-making in global and emerging markets. He has published 15 international journal articles and book chapters, with an h-index of 6 and over 180 citations, reflecting the impact and relevance of his research in academic and professional circles. Through his teaching, mentorship, and research, he advances knowledge in business strategy, organizational development, and sustainable management practices, fostering the next generation of business leaders and scholars.

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Featured Publications

Eyupoglu, S. Z., & Tashtoush, L. (2020). The relationship between human resource management practices and organisational citizenship behaviour. South African Journal of Business Management, 51(1), 1–11.

Tashtoush, L. (2021). The effect of social media on consumer buying behavior in commercial banks. Saudi Journal of Business and Management Studies, 6(2), 28–38.

Tashtoush, L. (2021). The role of information systems capabilities as a driving force in enhancing organizational performance.

Harb, H. K., Eyupoglu, S. Z., & Tashtoush, L. (2023). The relationship between administrative empowerment and organizational commitment: The mediating role of job satisfaction amongst academic staff in higher education. SAGE Open, 13(4), 21582440231218229.

Tashtoush, L. (2022). The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the relationship between supply chain strategy and organizational performance. Asian Journal of Economics, Finance and Management, 7(1), 1–17.

Tashtoush, L., & Fathi, A. (2022). The impact of service quality on corporate social responsibility and customer citizenship behavior in telecommunication companies. In 2022 International Conference on Data Analytics for Business and Industry.

Tashtoush, L. M. I. (2020). Impact on organizational commitment and organizational citizenship behavior in Jordanian universities. Near East University.

Kwakye, S., Ertugan, A., & Tashtoush, L. (2024). Navigating purchase intentions: The influence of reviewers’ comments moderated by risk and trust. Behavioral Sciences, 14(7), 552.