Dr. Van Son Lai

Biography

Van Son Lai is a Full Professor at FSA ULaval, specializing in finance, risk analysis, and financial management. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Georgia and an MBA focusing on finance and strategic management from Delft University of Technology. His professional journey has included significant roles in academic committees and research activities, focusing on innovative approaches to finance and insurance. He has supervised numerous doctoral and master's theses, illustrating his commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars. Lai has actively participated in various international conferences, serving on program committees and scientific committees, which reflects his respected position in the academic community. His research interests include financial guarantees, risk management, and decision-making in finance, contributing to numerous publications and discussions within professional finance associations. He also holds positions with different financial committees and organizations, reinforcing his expert status in the finance sector. Throughout his career, he has received multiple accolades for his research contributions and academic leadership. Lai's ongoing research includes examining the implications of financial guarantees in educational contexts, funded by the Fondation de l'Université Laval.

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