MICHAEL
ANGELO CORTEZ
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Research Team

Lead Researcher
Michael Angelo A. Cortez is a Professor of Accounting at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University who focuses on corporate social responsibility and sustainability. He is also a social advocate for inclusive education and an author who studies social entrepreneurship initiatives and sustainable agriculture.

Solomon Idan
Research Assistant
Solomon Idan is an experienced accounting and finance professional pursuing an MBA at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, specializing in quantitative research and data analysis. He has a strong background in finance management and is also an entrepreneur who founded a platform to support small businesses.
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