Dr. Robert W. Smith is a highly accomplished marketing professional with a passion for research and teaching. He received his PhD in Marketing from the University of Michigan in 2013, specializing in consumer behavior, charitable giving, and branding. He has since held positions as an Associate Professor at Tilburg University and Assistant Professor at Ohio State University. Prior to pursuing his graduate studies, Dr. Smith gained valuable experience in the advertising industry as a Copywriter Intern at J Walter Thompson. This experience allowed him to develop his creativity and writing skills, which he now incorporates into his research and teaching. He has also worked and consulted for several nonprofits. Dr. Smith's research focuses on understanding consumer behavior and decision-making processes, with a particular interest in ethical marketing (e.g., CSR, sustainability), charitable giving, consumer belief formation, and branding. He has published numerous articles in top marketing and psychology journals and has presented his research at conferences around the world. In addition to his research, Dr. Smith is dedicated to teaching and mentoring the next generation of marketing professionals. He has taught a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level, covering topics such as consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and marketing research. Dr. Smith is always looking for new ways to connect and contribute to the industry.