The Academy of International Business Northeast Chapter (AIBNE) is pleased to announce three new leadership appointments.
Ari Van Assche, from HEC Montréal, joins the Board as Senior Advisor, bringing years of active engagement and expertise to the role.
Ying (Cathy) Zheng, from Bryant University, has been named Vice Chair, following her outstanding leadership as VP of Academic Programs, Academic Program Chair (2023), and Local Program Chair (2025).
Soni Jha, from Purdue University Fort Wayne, becomes Vice President of Academic Programs after excelling as Academic Program Chair for the 2025 Conference. Her leadership will help expand AIBNE’s reach across the Midwest.
AIBNE congratulates Ari, Cathy, and Soni on their new roles and looks forward to continued growth under their leadership.