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Kimberly Christie Vergara

Lecturer

Kim Vergara is an academic and researcher currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration at Holy Angel University. She holds an MS in Industrial Economics and a BA in Humanities, both from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), where she graduated cum laude. She has authored several peer-reviewed articles on crowdfunding, business, and education. With extensive experience in teaching and research, Kimberly integrates academic knowledge with practical insights to address contemporary challenges in these fields.

Educational Background

BA Humanities & MS Industrial Economics (5-year program), University of Asia and the Pacific

Doctor in Business Administration, Holy Angel University (on-going)

Research Interest

  • Crowdfunding

Selected Publications

  • Vergara, R. A. G., & Vergara, K. C. S. (2023). Why Crowdfund? Motivations of Philippine-Based Project Owners and Backers. International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research, 4(5), 1650-1658.
  • Vergara, K. C., & Vergara, R. A. (2024). Crowdfunding and Social Capital: A Pathway for The Internationalization of MSMEs and Social Enterprises?. International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research, 5(4), 1199-1206.
  • Vergara, K.C.S., & Vergara, R.A.G., (2024). “Understanding how stakeholder risks, incentives, and behavior influence outcomes in Philippine rewards-based crowdfunding: A narrative literature review. In F. Mobo (Ed.), Empowering MSMEs Enhancing Resource Access, Crowdfunding, and Incubation Initiatives.

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