NEW Ph.D. Students

Siva Sai Kumar Boina

As a Ph.D. student in the Department of Management at New Mexico State University, I am interested in understanding how technology can be used to solve real-world business and organizational problems. With a background in Computer Science, I enjoy bringing together ideas from both management and technology, particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and decision-making. My research interests focus on understanding how emerging technologies are changing the way organizations operate, make decisions, and respond to new challenges. I especially enjoy working on projects where I can combine management concepts with computational and data-driven methods and apply them to practical problems. I am always interested in learning new methods, exploring new ideas, and working across different areas of research. As I continue my Ph.D. journey, my goal is to grow as a researcher and contribute work that connects academic research with meaningful problems faced by organizations and society.

Melissa Chavez Grados

Melissa Chavez is a PhD student in Management at New Mexico State University, researching supply chains in manufacturing with a focus on technology adoption in emerging economies. Industrial engineer by training, she brings six years of procurement experience across Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Argentina, and Chile, gained at multinational manufacturers from her base in Lima. She has published seven articles on agri-food networks, supply chain resilience, and sustainability.Always open to conversations about supply chain, digital technologies, and research collaboration.

On Going Ph.D. Students

Peace Aludogbu

As a second-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Management at New Mexico State University, I am passionately dedicated to merging the worlds of academia and practical experience to advance the understanding of supply chain activities within the manufacturing community. In my academic journey, I delve into the intricacies of Supply chain management with a keen eye for innovation and improvement. As an introvert, my strength lies in thoughtful analysis and a commitment to thorough research. I believe in the power of optimism to drive progress, and this perspective fuels my exploration of new ideas and methodologies. Beyond the academic realm, I find solace in the world of music and the joy of exploring diverse cuisines. Being a quick learner allows me to adapt swiftly to evolving challenges and stay at the forefront of my field; my mission is clear — to bridge the gap between theory and practice, leveraging my experiences to enhance the understanding of supply chain dynamics. Through my research and collaborative efforts, I aspire to drive positive change and innovation in the manufacturing community and the academic world.

Former Ph.D Students

Saba Rudsari

Saba obtained her PhD from New Mexico State University in the College of Business, Management Department. She had her environmental master's degree and MBA from NMSU and currently serves as a college assistant professor at the college of engineering. Before joining the Ph.D. program, her prior experience included working as the project manager and structural engineer in the Management office for Physical Resources in Iran's Ministry of Health. She also worked as an advisor and the counter manager of Clinique in the U.S., the 4D- printing project's entrepreneur lead (Aggie I-CORPS), and the program specialist (ERC Environmental Design Contest) in the College of Engineering at NMSU. Saba's research interests extended to supply chain instability, disruption, and resilience.

Jimoh Fatoki

Jim Fatoki obtained his PhD from New Mexico State University in the College of Business, Management Department.. He bagged his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Agricultural and Environmental Engineering with first class and distinction (top 5% of the class) from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Before starting a Ph.D., he worked as a Research Assistant at the Lagos Business School operations management unit. His research focuses on supply chain management and business analytics. Jim was selected as one of the top scholars for the 2021 Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) program; and received the prestigious College of Business David M. Boje and Grace Ann Rosile Storytelling Research Endowment Scholarship. In 2022, he won the university’s outstanding graduate assistant award.