Jay Squalli is Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Development (CEISD) at the American University of Sharjah. His work sits at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and economic development, with a strong focus on how policy, institutions, and incentives influence real-world outcomes. He has published extensively in leading journals on topics including environmental behavior, energy transitions, and economic performance, and has led applied research and advisory projects with public and private sector partners in the UAE. At CEISD, he oversees student entrepreneurship pathways that bridge coursework, venture development, and access to the Sharjah startup ecosystem.