Adventures in Academia, and the Lessons Learned Along the Way.
Hello! I’m Chris, presently in my fourth year as a PhD candidate at ESCP Business School in France. My research journey delves into understanding the social sustainability aspects within operations management. If my blog resonates with you or if you’re simply looking to connect, please feel free to reach out using the contact information below.
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chris.van_der_westhuizen@edu.escp.eu
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