Boris Vallee
INSEAD (France)
Boris Vallee is an Associate Professor in the Finance Area at INSEAD.
Professor Vallee's research examines the drivers and consequences of financial innovation in recent decades, investigates solutions offered by climate and biodiversity finance, and explores the political economy of finance. He pursues these research interests through empirical studies in corporate finance, household finance, public finance, and financial institutions, developing novel datasets and measures. He also actively contributes to the Labor and Finance literature.
His research has been published in leading academic journals, including the Quarterly Journal of Economics, the Journal of Finance, the Journal of Financial Economics, and the Review of Financial Studies. His work has also been cited by The Economist, the Financial Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and the Boston Globe, among other media outlets, and has received numerous academic awards.
Professor Vallee teaches Advanced Applied Corporate Finance (AACF) and Real Estate Investing (REI) in the MBA and Executive Master in Finance programs. He is an Associate Editor of the Journal of Corporate Finance, a member of the scientific committee of the Autorite des Marches Financiers (AMF), and a Fellow of the Luohan Academy.
Prior to joining INSEAD, Boris was the inaugural Torstein Hagen Associate Professor of Finance at Harvard Business School, where he spent more than a decade on the faculty and taught Finance II and Real Property. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance and an M.Sc. in Management, both from HEC Paris, and is a CFA Charterholder. Before beginning his doctoral studies, Professor Vallee worked as an investment banker at Deutsche Bank in London.
Elroy Dimson
Cambridge Judge Business School (United Kingdom)
Elroy Dimson is Professor of Finance and Research Director at Cambridge Judge Business School, and Bye-Fellow of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. He is Emeritus Professor of Finance at London Business School.
His research focuses on responsible investment and long-horizon investing, and he and his co-authors have become well known for their studies of the investment performance since 1900 of financial assets in 90 countries and real assets such as wine, stamps, art, and collectibles.
His publications, with several colleagues, on financial market history, endowment asset management, and responsible investing have been recognised by several awards. His books include the Global Investment Returns Yearbook (with Paul Marsh and Mike Staunton), Financial Market History (with David Chambers), Endowment Asset Management (with Shanta Acharya), and Triumph of the Optimists (with Paul Marsh and Mike Staunton).
His articles are on active ownership (Review of Financial Studies), real assets (Journal of Financial Economics), financial history (Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis), investing in art (Review of Asset Pricing Studies), endowment strategy (Financial Analysts Journal), and ESG investing (Journal of Portfolio Management). His case studies are on fossil fuel divestment, manager selection, real estate, and stocks for the long run.
Dr Dimson serves on the Review Board of the CFA Institute Research Foundation and the Supervisory Council of the Geneva Finance Research Institute. He was formerly Chairman of the Strategy Council for Norway's sovereign wealth fund and Chairman of the Policy and Advisory Boards of FTSE Russell.
Before going to Cambridge, he was a Professor and Governor at London Business School. He is a Fellow of CFA UK, the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, and the Royal Historical Society. His PhD is from London Business School.
Athens University of Economics and Business
Social activities
Athens Day Cruise - Hydra, Poros & Aegina Islands
Set sail from Athens and discover three of the most beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf - Hydra, Poros and Aegina - on a full-day cruise combining Greek island scenery, authentic hospitality, delicious food, live music and entertainment. Relax on board, enjoy spectacular views of the Greek coastline and meet travellers from different countries as you experience a memorable day at sea.
CRUISE SCHEDULE
THREE GREEK ISLANDS
HYDRA - 1 hour 50 minutes Discover the cosmopolitan island of Hydra, famous for its charming cobblestone streets, traditional stone architecture and unique atmosphere. Enjoy a relaxing walk through the picturesque town and explore its historic landmarks, beautiful harbour and traditional character.
POROS - 50 minutes Enjoy the peaceful beauty of Poros, a lush island covered with pine and lemon trees. Stroll through its picturesque streets, admire the views across the sea and experience the romantic atmosphere of one of the Saronic Gulf's most charming islands.
AEGINA - 2 hours Explore historic Aegina, renowned for its beautiful coastline, famous pistachios and rich cultural heritage. Visitors can discover the island's historic landmarks, including the Temple of Aphaia and the impressive Cathedral of Saint Nektarios.
YOUR CRUISE INCLUDES
Price: 125 Euros per person
Gala Dinner - Ilissia Restaurant Ike
We are delighted to invite conference participants to an unforgettable Gala Dinner at Ilissia Restaurant, one of the elegant dining venues in Athens. Located in a beautiful and welcoming setting, the restaurant offers the perfect atmosphere for an evening of fine dining, relaxation, and social interaction.
The Gala Dinner will provide an excellent opportunity to meet colleagues and friends from around the world, enjoy a carefully selected dinner featuring Greek and Mediterranean flavours, and experience the warm hospitality for which Greece is renowned. It will be a special evening to celebrate the conference, strengthen professional connections, and create memorable moments together in Athens.
Join us for an elegant evening of good food, great company, and Greek hospitality!
Location: 22 Vasilissis Sofias Avenue, 106 75 Athens, Greece
Price per person: 65 euros