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Education
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Certification
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Isabel Fontgalland

Isabel Fontgalland

North Canton,OH

Summary

Dedicated and interdisciplinary professional with strong expertise in economics, finance, and accounting, and a proven commitment to curriculum development and critical thinking–driven education. Experienced in designing and delivering rigorous, applied coursework that bridges economic theory with real-world financial and accounting practices.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Professor

University of Mount Union
Alliance, OH
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and delivered engaging course materials aligned with curriculum objectives.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and critical thinking skills.
  • Evaluated student performance through assignments, exams, and feedback mechanisms.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster an inclusive learning environment.
  • Utilized technology platforms to streamline course administration and enhance learning experiences.
  • Improved learning outcomes with integration of technology in teaching methods, utilizing multimedia presentations and online resources.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.

Team Leader

Walmart
Columbus OH
01.2018 - 09.2022
  • erved as Team Leader in Electronics, guiding multidisciplinary teams through complex technical and applied projects involving electronics systems, innovation, and problem-solving.
  • Led teams to high-impact academic and competitive achievements, demonstrating excellence in project coordination, technical mentoring, and strategic planning.
  • Successfully integrated electronics applications with economics, finance, and innovation frameworks, promoting interdisciplinary thinking and real-world relevance.

Research Intern

Ohio University Athens
Athens, Oh
09.2010 - 12.2014
  • Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software.
  • Collaborated with team members to design and implement experiments.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings for presentation.

Professor of Economics

Federal University of Campina Grande
Brazil
02.2001 - 08.2010
  • Developed and delivered engaging course materials to enhance student comprehension of economic principles.
  • Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary curriculum integrating economics with real-world applications.
  • Mentored students in research methodologies, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, ensuring academic standards were met consistently.

Education

Post-Doctorate Program - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics

Ohio University
Athens, Ohio, OH
09-2012

Ph.D. - Business Economics

University of Toulouse
France
11-1999

Skills

  • Online teaching
  • Curriculum creation
  • Innovative teaching
  • Classroom management
  • Interdisciplinary approach
  • Academic publication
  • Technology integration
  • Computer experience
  • Research
  • Thesis advisement
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Professional ethics

Accomplishments

  • Secured multiple competitive research and academic grants, supporting interdisciplinary work in economics, finance, accounting, health economics, sustainability, and emerging markets.
  • Authored and co-authored several scholarly books, contributing to the advancement of economic and financial theory, applied policy analysis, and interdisciplinary research.
  • Published more than 200 peer-reviewed articles in specialized academic journals, reflecting sustained scholarly productivity and international recognition across economics, finance, accounting, and related fields.
  • Maintained an active and continuous research agenda with global relevance, addressing topics such as health systems, emerging markets, sustainability, public policy, and applied economic modeling.
  • Contributed to the international academic community through publications disseminated across multiple countries and languages, enhancing the global reach and impact of scholarly work.
  • Successfully integrated research outcomes into teaching and curriculum design, ensuring that students engage with current scholarship, empirical evidence, and real-world applications.
  • Demonstrated excellence in scholarly leadership and academic service, including collaboration with international research networks and support of peer-review and editorial activities.

Certification

I am working in my PMI certification.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

University of Mount Union
08.2024 - Current

Team Leader

Walmart
01.2018 - 09.2022

Research Intern

Ohio University Athens
09.2010 - 12.2014

Professor of Economics

Federal University of Campina Grande
02.2001 - 08.2010

Post-Doctorate Program - Econometrics And Quantitative Economics

Ohio University

Ph.D. - Business Economics

University of Toulouse