S. Alex Yang

Alex's research focuses on the interaction of supply chain, finance, and digital technology. Applying data science and economic modeling methods, his work mainly evolves around two themes: 1) the interaction of operational and financial decisions in supply chains (trade credit, supply chain finance, and FinTech); and 2) governance and operations of digital technologies (innovations in platform governance, and managing and regulating Artificial Intelligence). He has published in top management and finance journals, and holds editorial positions at several prestigious international academic journals.

Beyond academic research, Alex actively engages with the wider public through popular media. His insights have gained recognition in major news outlets, including Bloomberg, The Economist, Financial Times, Forbes, and The Washington Post. He has also been interviewed and quoted by the BBC, CNBC, and The New York Times, among others.

An award-winning teacher, Alex teaches a wide range of classes in MBA, EMBA and executive programs. His teaching portfolio encompasses subjects such as data science, digital technology, value chain management, business resilience, supply chain finance and FinTech.

Alex has consulted for and collaborated with companies including United Airlines, Citadel Investment Group, Didi Chuxing, and Alibaba Group. He has also served as an international consultant at Asian Development Bank, specializing in trade finance and FinTech. He is currently working with companies in the areas of supply chain finance, FinTech, platform governance, and data science.