Dream Exchange Research Director Presents at Top Universities

Dr. Ioannis Floros shared financial research at the University of Cyprus and Loyola University Chicago.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Dr. Ioannis Floros, Director of Research at Dream Exchange, recently presented significant financial research at the University of Cyprus and Loyola University Chicago. The presentations highlighted Dr. Floros' commitment to advancing global financial scholarship and contributing to the academic community.

Why it matters

The speaking engagements showcase Dream Exchange's dedication to bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical market application. Dr. Floros' leadership in the research team ensures the organization remains at the forefront of financial innovation and scholarly discourse.

The details

At the University of Cyprus, Dr. Floros presented his paper 'Premium PIPEs: Share Issuances that Exceed the Market Price,' co-authored with Professor Leonce Bargeron. The research examines why certain Private Investments in Public Equity (PIPEs) occur at prices above current market valuations. At Loyola University Chicago, Dr. Floros presented 'Interfirm Collaboration, Ownership Stakes, and Incomplete Contracts: Evidence from the Pharmaceutical Industry,' co-authored with Professors Matthew T. Billett and Xuan Tian. This paper investigates how ownership structures and contract design influence collaboration within the pharmaceutical industry.

  • On January 22, 2026, Dr. Floros visited the University of Cyprus.
  • On February 6, 2026, Dr. Floros presented at the Loyola University Chicago Quinlan School of Business.

The players

Dr. Ioannis Floros

The Director of Research at Dream Exchange who presented financial research at the University of Cyprus and Loyola University Chicago.

Professor Leonce Bargeron

Co-author of the paper 'Premium PIPEs: Share Issuances that Exceed the Market Price' presented by Dr. Floros at the University of Cyprus.

Professor Matthew T. Billett

Co-author of the paper 'Interfirm Collaboration, Ownership Stakes, and Incomplete Contracts: Evidence from the Pharmaceutical Industry' presented by Dr. Floros at Loyola University Chicago.

Professor Xuan Tian

Co-author of the paper 'Interfirm Collaboration, Ownership Stakes, and Incomplete Contracts: Evidence from the Pharmaceutical Industry' presented by Dr. Floros at Loyola University Chicago.

Joe Cecala

The Chief Executive Officer of Dream Exchange.

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What they’re saying

“It is a privilege to share these findings with such esteemed colleagues in both Nicosia and Chicago. Engaging with the academic community allows for a critical exchange of ideas that is essential for the continued evolution of financial theory and practice. Presenting our research output and gathering feedback from the academic community is an integral, preliminary step to submitting our research papers to academic journals.”

— Dr. Ioannis Floros

“The contributions Dr. Floros makes to the field of finance are invaluable. His dedication to high level research and his ability to engage with global academic institutions reflect the standard of excellence we value. We are proud to have him leading our research efforts.”

— Joe Cecala, Chief Executive Officer of Dream Exchange

The takeaway

Dream Exchange's commitment to financial innovation and scholarly discourse is exemplified by Dr. Floros' leadership in presenting cutting-edge research at top universities. This collaboration between industry and academia is crucial for advancing the field of finance.