Awards of Distinction

Dr. Brandy Hadley is App State's David A. Thompson Professor of Applied Investments and an associate professor in the Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance, housed in App State's Walker College of Business.

Since joining App State's faculty in 2017, Hadley has taught eight diverse courses ranging from finance, to management, to financial technology. In 2023, she received Walker College's Sywassink Excellence in Teaching Award.

"The students at App State are unbelievably lucky to have Dr. Hadley as a resource and an educator," said a nominator. "Her dedication, expertise and genuine care for her students create an environment where learning thrives. Her ability to inspire, guide and empower those she teaches is truly unmatched."

Hadley is also an active researcher in the areas of corporate governance and political financial influence, and she has made over 35 presentations at national and international industry conferences.

Hadley is a two-time alumna of App State's Walker College of Business, graduating with bachelor's degrees in risk management and insurance and finance and banking in 2009 and a master's degree in international business in 2011. She holds a doctorate in finance from the University of Tennessee.