Richard J. Buttimer Jr. He was appointed dean of the Belk College of Business on Wednesday, May 1, with approval from the UNC Charlotte Board of Trustees. He is scheduled to start on July 1st.
Jennifer Troyer, provost and vice president for academic affairs, said Buttimer brings a wealth of experience to the position.
“Richard [Buttimer] Has extensive experience as a leader and researcher and has built a strong track record of success. and Educators working in urban business schools,” Troyer said. announcement. “He has had advanced research opportunities to address business and societal challenges, and has engaged with and supported talented faculty.” and We have developed innovative partnerships to enhance the student experience. We are fortunate to have such creative leaders guiding Belk University and partnering with the business community. ”
Mr. Buttimer comes to Charlotte after serving four years as dean of the Coggin College of Business at the University of North Florida (UNF) in Jacksonville. Under his leadership, UNF expanded interdisciplinary research and collaborative partnerships and established industry-ready centers and laboratories. and field of study.
Buttimer led UNF's AACSB accreditation renewal process and created a new Master of Business Analytics program.
Before working at UNF, Buttimer was a faculty member at Charlotte Belk College. He was the John Crosland Sr. Distinguished Professor of Real Estate and Development at the University of Charlotte. He also served as senior associate dean and associate dean for faculty and research at Belk University.
Buttimer said he is happy to be back and usher in a new era.
“Belg University is well-positioned to expand its already impressive influence within the region and beyond,” Professor Buttimer said. announcement. “Our work will be critical as universities move to the highest research designations next year, and as industry and business schools leverage artificial intelligence and other technologies as useful tools. is one of the many opportunities we have to achieve our vision of leading cities.'' A research business school that produces usable knowledge and prepares students to succeed in a dynamic world. ”
Buttimer's academic research examines mortgage finance, real estate development and housing market. he has published Published in multiple academic journals such as Real Estate Economics and Real Estate Financial Economics Journal and Regional science and urban economics.
Buttimer has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in real estate finance, real estate capital markets, financial management, corporate finance, and financial derivatives. and Fixed income derivatives. He served on the Board of Directors of the American Real Estate Urban Economic Association.
Buttimer earned a bachelor's degree in finance and a Ph.D. She holds a master's degree in business administration with an emphasis in real estate from the University of Georgia's College of Business and is a member of the Kappa Phi Honor Society.