Kwabena donkor biography of barack

Wednesday, March 20, 12pm to 1pm. Synopsis: In this talk, Dr. Kwabena Donkor shares his journey from steering a yellow cab through the bustling streets of New York City to navigating the complexities of social and economic behavior. Donkor will talk about how a taxi's rearview mirror gave him a unique vantage point to observe the interplay of social norms and identity—insights that fuel his research.

Kwabena donkor biography of barack: Kwabena Donkor (born on February

Donkor will focus on the intricate web of social and economic interactions, from the tipping habits of NYC passengers to the loyalties of sports enthusiasts across continents and the resilience of US migrant farmworkers. But the ride doesn't stop there; Dr. Donkor will glimpse his upcoming projects to further our understanding of economic decisions in an ever-evolving world.

Donkor grew up in Accra, Ghana, before migrating to the US. Donkor brings a blend of his academic training and personal experiences to his research endeavors. His unique perspective is partly due to his prior experience as a Yellow Taxi driver in New York City, significantly influencing his research interests and methodologies by integrating theoretical models, field data, and experimental methods.

Leveraging insights from Behavioral Economics, his research explores the dynamics of economic incentives, social norms, identity, and their impact on various market environments.