Jia Hao

Professor Jia Hao, the esteemed Zwerling Family Endowed Term Chair at Babson College, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in finance, with specializations in financial strategy, corporate valuation, investment analysis, and trading mechanisms. Holding a PhD from the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah, her academic and professional endeavors have significantly enriched the intellectual communities at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State University before joining Babson.

Professor Hao's dedication to education and mentorship has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Distinguished Teacher Award and the Faculty Teaching Merit Award. Her research contributions, published in leading financial journals such as the Journal of Finance and the Review of Financial Studies, have received global acclaim and earned her the NASDAQ-sponsored Best Competitive Paper Award in Market Microstructure, an honor she has received twice at the Financial Management Association International Meeting.

Beyond academia, Professor Hao's influence extends into the financial industry. She has served as a key member of program committees and chaired sessions at numerous leading international finance conferences, directly influencing market regulations through her presentations to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

In the corporate realm, she actively serves on the boards of various public and private companies, providing strategic insights essential for navigating complex regulatory environments, overseeing IPOs, and shaping global financial practices. Her consulting work encompasses a diverse range of financial institutions and exchanges, demonstrating her capacity to adapt and apply her expertise across different sectors.

Committed to fostering diversity and excellence in corporate governance, Professor Hao's efforts significantly impact corporate strategies and operations, help shape regulatory frameworks, and advance policy debates worldwide, striving for impactful changes in the financial landscape.