Kartik Hosanagar is a distinguished Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he specializes in the digital economy, focusing on internet media, marketing, and e-commerce. Recognized as one of the world's top 40 business professors under 40, he has received multiple teaching awards, including the MBA and Undergraduate Excellence in Teaching awards at Wharton. His research contributions have earned accolades such as the best paper award at the Consortium on Technology Policy and Management.In addition to his academic achievements, Kartik is a co-founder of Yodle Inc., a venture-backed company recognized among the top 50 fastest-growing private firms in the U.S. He has served on advisory boards for various startups and has consulted for major corporations like Google, Nokia, and American Express. Kartik holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and a Master's in Information Systems from Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS, Pilani), India, along with an MPhil and PhD in Management Science and Information Systems from Carnegie Mellon University.At Wharton, he teaches several courses that bridge technology and entrepreneurship, including "AI Applications in Marketing and Finance," "Entrepreneurship 1: Developing the Opportunity," and "Wharton Entrepreneurship Capstone." Through these courses, Kartik equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of modern business landscapes.

Michael R. Roberts is the William H. Lawrence Professor of Finance at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he is recognized for his expertise in corporate finance and banking. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, and both an M.A. in Statistics and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. His research primarily focuses on corporate capital structure, payout policy, and the pricing and design of debt securities, along with the impact of government policies on corporate behavior.Professor Roberts has received numerous accolades for his research, including two Brattle Prizes for distinguished papers published in the Journal of Finance and various best paper awards from finance associations. He has served on multiple editorial boards, including as co-editor for the Journal of Finance. In addition to his research contributions, he is a dedicated educator who has won several teaching awards at Wharton, including the David W. Hauk Award and multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards.At Wharton, he teaches courses such as "Introduction to Corporate Finance" and "AI Applications in Marketing and Finance," where he imparts essential knowledge to students about financial principles and strategies. Through his extensive experience in academia and consulting, Professor Roberts continues to influence both theoretical and practical aspects of finance, preparing students to excel in the financial industry.

Raghu Iyengar is a prominent Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he specializes in consumer behavior and pricing strategies. His research primarily investigates how consumers respond to nonlinear pricing schemes, particularly in the context of wireless services. He has found that both quality and quantity learning significantly influence consumer choices regarding service plans, highlighting the importance of initial service encounters in shaping customer perceptions.Professor Iyengar holds a B.Tech in Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur and earned his Ph.D. in Marketing from Columbia University. His academic contributions have been recognized through numerous awards, including multiple Teaching Excellence Awards at Wharton. He teaches courses such as "AI Applications in Marketing and Finance" and "Customer Analytics," where he equips students with essential tools for understanding market dynamics and consumer decision-making processes.In addition to his teaching and research, Professor Iyengar serves as the Faculty Director of Innovation, Experiential Learning, and Research Initiatives at Wharton. He is actively involved in various projects that bridge academic insights with practical applications in marketing analytics, making significant contributions to both the academic community and industry practices.