Financial Planning Associate Professor

Emir J. Phillips, DBA JD/MBA

Associate Professor of Finance DBA Financial Advisor

Cave Springs, AR tel 310-***-**** ********@*****.***

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/emirphillips

SUMMARY

Professor of finance and business law with over 25 years of experience in academia and industry. Specializing in corporate governance, forensic accounting, investment management, and economic history, with a focus on integrating theory with practical applications. Passionate about advancing interdisciplinary knowledge, developing innovative curricula, and mentoring future business leaders. Extensive publishing record in peer-reviewed journals and active participation in professional conferences.Passionate about equipping future leaders with critical thinking skills, ethical frameworks, and comprehensive financial strategies. Dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary knowledge through innovative course development and groundbreaking research. Highlights:

Associate Professor of Finance at Lincoln University

DBA from Grenoble Ecole De Management (France)

Volunteer Counselor with SCORE, teaching seminars in taxation for small businesses

Founder of Wealth Directives, Inc. (WealthDirectives.com)

Published 15 peer-reviewed journal articles

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

LINCOLN UNIVERSITY AT JEFFERSON CITY

MBA Corporate Finance

MBA Portfolio Investment

Principles of MicroEconomics

Principles of MacroEconomics

Business Law I and II and III

Fundamental of Financial Management I and II

ARKANSAS UNIVERSITY AT FAYETTEVILLE (Lecturer of Economics)

Principles of MicroEconomics (hybrid (Cengage/BlackBoard/CollaborativeUltra))

Principles of MacroEconomics (hybrid (Cengage/BlackBoard/CollaborativeUltra))

Econ 2143 - Basic Econ: Theory & Practice

FINN 3013 Financial Analysis: focuses on how information contained in financial statements can be used in financial decision-making; in particular, to assess financial performance, evaluate credit and default risk, forecast future funds needs, weigh the risk-reward of debt vs. equity financing, and develop estimates of intrinsic value using relative valuation metrics and discounted cash flow methods.

Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM), India (Adjunct Professor of Forensic Accounting)

Designed and taught graduate-level forensic accounting courses focusing on fraud detection and financial crime litigation.

COLUMBIA-CFP BOARD FINANCIAL PLANNING TEACHING SEMINAR A FALL 2020

Columbia University Certificate on How to Teach Financial Planning

FORBES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY ASHFORD UNIVERSITY Adjunct Professor

Los Angeles 2017-2018

Online Principles of Finance (BUS 401).

Authorized to teach:

BUS 215 Personal Financial Management (3 credits)

BUS 323 Risk Management & Insurance (3 credits)

BUS 342 Financial Planning & Practice (3 credits)

BUS 401 Principles of Finance (3 credits)

BUS 458 Consumer & Family Finance Capstone (3 credits)

CERRITOS COLLEGE Adjunct Professor Los Angeles 2015-2016

Taught Retirement Planning, Accounting and Income Taxation (FIN 51, ACCT 100 and ACCT 250).

Conduct lectures based on my extensive research, published articles, and experience in business.

INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN UNIVERSITY Adjunct Professor Los Angeles 2014-2015

Teaching MBA and DBA students worldwide in economics, investments, international business and business ethics, both online and in person.

Conduct lectures based on my extensive research in philosophy and history, and experience in business.

Evaluate student work for mastery of theories and frameworks, and ability to apply them at a professional level.

SERVICE CORPS OF RETIRED EXECUTIVES (SCORE) Counselor Los Angeles 2010-2017

Admitted to this SBA-supported nonprofit organization.

Teach seminars on taxation to small business entrepreneurs (all approved after extensive screening process):

oTax Savings and the Smart Business Owner

oTax Consequences of Forming and Operating an LLC

oTax Consequences of Operating an S-Corp

oTax Deductions for the Savvy Start-Up

oTax Consequences of Starting a new S-corporation

oChoosing the Best Retirement Plan for Your Small Business

WEALTH DIRECTIVES, INC Founder & President Santa Monica 2007-present

Specialize in estate planning, retirement income, long-term investments, business succession, and partnerships.

Clients include small business owners and high net-worth individuals with dependents.

Research and analyze ideal insurance, disability and long-term care policies to meet client needs.

EDUCATION

DBA from Grenoble Ecole De Management: Grenoble, France. One of the few management schools worldwide awarded the prestigious "Triple Crown" (accreditations by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA) which distinguishes leading international institutions in business education. The school's DBA program is one of eight Doctoral programs in the world to be accredited by AMBA. Thesis: How the orthodox view of money is compounding the risk of black/grey swans throughout international banking.

Graduate Courses in Retirement & Financial Planning: The American College, PA

Master of Science in Financial Services: The American College, PA — advanced training in analyzing, planning and implementing integrated strategies in high net-worth financial planning (2009)

Chartered Financial Consultant & Certified Life Insurance Underwriter: The American College, PA — advanced training in financial planning, trusts, retirement, employee benefits, life expectancy instruments, and complex disability insurance analysis (2008)

MBA: California State University Long Beach, CA (2002)

JD: University of Indiana Law School, Bloomington, IN (1990)

BS Economics: University of New Orleans, LA (1986)

Additional Certifications

Project Management Institute (#80219)

Cash Balance Plans

Annuities (Preferred Agent Allianz), Long-Term Care (CA Partnership), Medicare (AHIP, AARP)

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst

Federal & State Licenses

Registered Investment Advisor (Series 65) (expired)

Financial Representative (Series 63 and 7) (expired)

IRS Enrolled Agent (00106889)

Life, Health and Disability Insurance

Property & Casualty Insurance

Real Estate & Mortgage Broker

California Registered Tax Preparer (#A252606)

Service and Community Involvement

Academic Advisor, Lincoln University

oGuide students in academic and career planning, assist with scholarship and internship applications.

Faculty Senate Member, Lincoln University

oParticipate in curriculum development and accreditation review processes.

Professional Seminars (Miles Education)

Course Title: International Forensic Accounting: Advances and Issues in Fraud Research

CPE Credit: 1

Format: Live webinar

Instructional Method: Group: Internet-based

Topics Covered:

Understanding the complexities of financial fraud and investigative practices on a global scale.

Delving into real-world case studies of financial misconduct, detection, and prevention.

Highlighting the role of forensic accountants and auditors in ensuring financial integrity.

Course Title: Cryptocurrency & Taxation (Part 1)

CPE Credit: 1

Format: Live webinar

Instructional Method: Group: Internet-based

Topics Covered:

Analyzing the tax implications of cryptocurrency sales, exchanges, and use in real-world transactions.

Understanding U.S. federal tax consequences related to convertible virtual currencies and digital assets (including NFTs).

Strategies for guiding clients through cryptocurrency use and reporting to avoid tax liabilities.

Course Title: The Challenges Hindering International Forensic Accounting in Fraud Prevention and Detection

CPE Credit: 1

Format: Live webinar

Instructional Method: Group: Internet-based

Topics Covered:

Core principles and methodologies of forensic accounting and its critical role in fraud detection and prevention.

Techniques and best practices for detecting fraudulent activities, including data analysis, internal controls, and investigative procedures.

Proactive fraud prevention measures such as risk assessment, fraud deterrence, and risk management.

Challenges faced by forensic accountants in addressing fraud across international jurisdictions, including evolving fraud schemes, technology issues, and cultural complexities.

PUBLICATIONS & PEER-REVIEWED PRESENTATIONS

Academic Journals: Academic Journals:

"The On-Going Price of Perceiving Money as a Veil," International Journal of Economics and Finance;

Vol. 9, No. 12; 2017. doi:10.5539/ijef.v9n12p215

"Will the Department of Labor Find the Missing Fiduciary Link?" Compensation & Benefits Review,

September/October 2013; vol. 45, 5:pp. 289-301., first published on January 15, 2014

"Will the Department of Labor Find the Missing Fiduciary Link? Part 2" Compensation & Benefits Review, published online before print March 4, 2014, doi: 10.1177/0886368714525015

"The DOL Wants Ethically and Competently ERISA IRA Rollovers: Then Let ONLY Professional Financial Planners Do It." Compensation & Benefits Review, published on May 12 2014

"A Bayou Privateer Critique’s Marcoux’s Fiduciary Argument Against Stakeholder Theory," Journal of Governance and Regulation / Volume 3, Issue 4, 2014

“Administering Cash Balance Pension Plans to Conform With Qualified Divorce Orders”

Compensation & Benefits Review,published November 19 2014

“Tax Reform Consequent Upon An Embedded Single-Rate VAT Just Might Prevent Injustice While Revivifying A Geriatric Uncle Sam.” Journal of Public Management Research.

"The Positive Externalities of Chapter 13 ‘Cramdowns’ Could Prevent the Next Foreclosure Crisis” Journal of Economic Issues, March (2019).

“The On-Going Price of Perceiving Money as a Veil.” International Journal of Economics and Finance, 9(12), 215 (2017).

“An FSB Board Member Can Better Align Corporate Governance With SIFI Sustainability.” The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance. (2018)

“The Bank of England And Parliament Were Monetarily Adroit During The Napoleonic Wars.” The Journal of Post Keynesian Economics. (2018)

“When Necessary, The FSB Should Locally Allocate Switzerland's Counter-Cyclical WIR- Credit Mechanism Globally.” Journal of Economic Issues. (2019)

Phillips, E. (2024). Hamilton Based the Central Banking of the US Bank upon the Notion that there is No Political Independence without Economic Independence. Journal of Economic Issues, 58(1), 286-301.

Phillips, E. (2019). Lincoln’s well-considered political economy (the ‘American System’) trumped the Free Trade British System. Cambridge Journal of Economics, 43(6), 1439-1458.

"Phillips, E. (2023). The “Free Trade” South versus The Mercantilist-Keynesian North during the Civil War. Journal of Economic Issues, 57(3), 924-947.

“Cryptocurrency Awareness Among Students at A Premier Academic Institution In ISYS: The Razorbacks of Arkansas.” Educational Sciences: Theory & Practice, (2021).

Phillips, E. J. (2022). Have We Adequately Accommodated the Non-linear Systemic-Risk of Bankruptcy-Remote Securitization within Shadow Banking?. International Journal of Political Economy, 51(2), 101-120.

Phillips, E. (2024). How Lincoln’s revolutionary monetary policies tipped the scales in the Civil War. Cambridge Journal of Economics, 48(6), 1005-1026.

Phillips, E., & Desmoulins-Lebeault, F. (2019). The Financial Stability Board and Switzerland’s WiR-Credit Mechanism. Journal of Economic Issues, 53(4), 1152-1169.

Phillips, E. (1986). The enlightened state from a Zen perspective (Honors Dissertation, University of New Orleans).

Stage 2 Submission and Viva Voce: External Reviewer: Professor Randall Wray (Modern Money Theory and co-Editor of the Journal of Post-Keynesian Economics).

Feedback and critique received during the second stage submission for research on post-Keynesian economics, focusing on modern monetary theory.

Conference Proceedings:

"Life 2.0: Personal Crisis Response Counseling," Co-presentation with Fred Fernatt, Ph.D., at the 2014 Annual Conference on Financial Education, April 10, 2014, New Orleans, LA.

Explores effective counseling strategies for individuals dealing with personal financial crises, focusing on psychological and financial responses.

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Public Speaking: Comfortable speaking before large audiences and explaining complex topics

Skills: Banking, International Finance, Finance, Investment, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Financial Crises, Risk Management, Financial Valuation, Credit Risk Management, Behavioral Finance, Money and Banking, Financial market regulation, Bank Management, Banking Industry, Financial Management, Finance Management, Banking and Finance

Languages: Native English, fluent spoken Spanish

Statistics: RG Score: 6.59 Reads: 824

Interests: History, theology, travel (Cuba, Poland, Chile, Spain, France, Italy, Austria)

Fiction: Author of the novel Lucitan (published by Atomic Tango; distributed on Amazon.com)

References:

oJames Petersen, Professor/Financial Planner (******@*****.***)

oValarie Sabatier, Director of the DBA Doctoral School, Grenoble Ecole de Management

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oProf. Francois Desmoulins-Lebeault

oAssociate Professor of Finance, Grenoble Ecole de Management

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oLois Shelton

oProfessor of Management

oCal State Northridge

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oProfessor John McConnell

oKrannert School of Management, Purdue University

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oProfessor Didier Sornette

oETH Zurich

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oProfessor Narjess Boubakri

oEditor of Journal The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance

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oProfessor Randall Wray

oEditor of Journal of Post-Keynesian Economics

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