For my International Business students at Nichols College, for the great discussions about regional markets and the global markets as a whole, and for keeping me on my toes; for my beloved wife Carla, always patient and caring with me during these intense projects; for my son Samir, who brings me so much pride; and for my other two children, Andrea and Joshua (in memory), also treasures in my life, for which I count the days to be reunited with. To God be the glory!

Marcus Goncalves
Spring 2016

For my students at Nichols College, who inspire me with their humor and tenacity; for my muses, Sophie and Phoebe, who inspire me with their curiosity and moments of pure joy; and for my spouse, Andrew, who inspires me with his generosity and an abundant supply of strawberry licorice. For all of this and more, I am truly blessed.

Erika Cornelius Smith
Spring 2016