Jeffrey Loewenstein is a Professor of Business Administration and the Center for Professional Responsibility Faculty Fellow at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Gies College of Business. With a strong academic background, including a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Northwestern University, he has dedicated his career to exploring the intersections of creativity, negotiation, and leadership. His extensive research focuses on how individuals and organizations can enhance their creative processes and improve negotiation outcomes, making significant contributions to the fields of organizational behavior and management.In addition to his research, Professor Loewenstein teaches courses such as "Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives" and "Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration," which aim to foster innovative thinking among students. His commitment to education has been recognized through various accolades, including awards for excellence in teaching. By integrating theoretical insights with practical applications, he prepares his students to navigate complex business challenges creatively and effectively. Through his work, Jeffrey Loewenstein continues to influence the next generation of business leaders and thinkers.

Jack Goncalo is a Professor of Business Administration and the Area Chair of Organizational Behavior/Business Law at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from the University of California, Berkeley, and has previously served as a faculty member at Cornell University. With a focus on individual and team creativity, his research explores how social dynamics impact creative processes in organizations. His findings have been published in numerous academic journals and have garnered attention from major media outlets such as Time Magazine and The New York Times.In addition to his research, Professor Goncalo teaches courses that foster innovative thinking, including "Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives" and "Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration." His work emphasizes the importance of creativity in business settings and aims to equip students with the tools necessary to enhance their creative capabilities. Through his leadership and scholarship, Jack Goncalo continues to influence the fields of organizational behavior and management, preparing future leaders to navigate complex challenges with creativity and insight.

Ravi Mehta is a Professor of Business Administration and the Associate Head of Business Administration at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of British Columbia and an MBA from the Schulich School of Business at York University. Since joining Gies in 2011, Professor Mehta has focused his research on consumer behavior and innovation, exploring how subtle environmental cues influence consumer decisions and creativity. His work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the MSI Young Scholar Award, reflecting his significant contributions to marketing theory and practice.In addition to his research, Professor Mehta teaches courses such as "Creativity Toolkit I: Changing Perspectives," "Creativity Toolkit II: Creative Collaboration," and "Customer Centric Innovation." He is passionate about fostering a collaborative learning environment that encourages diverse perspectives and creative thinking among students. By integrating real-world applications with academic insights, he prepares his students to tackle complex challenges in business and innovation. Through his teaching and research, Ravi Mehta continues to shape the future of business education and empower the next generation of leaders.