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Dr. Julio Vena-Oya | Finance | Young Scientist Award

Associate Professor, Universidad de JaƩn Spain

Julio Vena Oya is a Spanish academic specializing in marketing and business organization. He is a Profesor Contratado Doctor at the Universidad de JaĆ©n, with extensive teaching and research experience in marketing strategy and consumer behavior. He holds a PhD in Economic and Business Sciences from the Universidad de Granada, focusing on determinants of cultural tourism spending. His professional background includes roles in academia and industry, having served as Marketing Director at GonzĆ”lez de AutomociĆ³n. Julio has taught various marketing courses at Universidad de JaĆ©n and Universidad de AlmerĆ­a. His research covers consumer behavior, digital marketing, and sector-specific marketing strategies. Proficient in English (C1) and German (A2), he actively contributes to academic research and publications. His work integrates practical insights from industry experience, bridging theory with real-world applications.

Publication Profile

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šŸŽ“ Education

Julio Vena Oya earned his PhD in Economic and Business Sciences (2020) from Universidad de Granada, with a dissertation on determinants of cultural tourism spending (Cum Laude). He completed a Masterā€™s in Marketing and Consumer Behavior (2014) from Universidad de Granada, gaining expertise in market research and strategic marketing. His Bachelorā€™s degree in Business Administration and Management (Marketing specialization) was obtained from Universidad de JaĆ©n (2013), where he developed a strong foundation in business strategy and consumer behavior. Julio has further enhanced his academic profile through additional training in marketing communication, business organization, and quality management. He possesses C1-level proficiency in English and A2 in German, supporting his international research collaborations. His educational journey reflects a commitment to understanding market dynamics, consumer psychology, and effective business strategies, equipping him with the expertise to contribute significantly to marketing research and education.

šŸ’¼ Experience

Julio Vena Oya is currently a Profesor Contratado Doctor at Universidad de JaĆ©n (since 2024), previously serving as a Profesor Ayudante Doctor (2023-2024) and PSI researcher and lecturer (2018-2023). He teaches courses including Marketing Management, Sector-Specific Marketing, and Market Research. Before academia, he was Marketing Director at GonzĆ”lez de AutomociĆ³n (2018), where he led digital marketing and sales strategies. He also worked as a private tutor at Academia Rafa Vilchez (2016-2018). His academic contributions include lecturing at Universidad de AlmerĆ­a (2020) and extensive research in consumer behavior and digital marketing. With a strong foundation in business strategy, branding, and market analysis, Julio has successfully combined industry experience with academic expertise. His teaching approach integrates practical applications and data-driven marketing insights, making him a key contributor to business and marketing education in Spain.

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Julio Vena Oya has received multiple recognitions for his academic excellence and contributions to marketing research. His PhD dissertation earned the prestigious Cum Laude distinction from Universidad de Granada (2020). Throughout his career, he has been involved in high-impact research projects in consumer behavior and tourism marketing. Julio has also been awarded funding for research initiatives related to digital marketing and business strategy, demonstrating his commitment to advancing marketing knowledge. His work in cultural tourism spending analysis has been recognized in academic and industry conferences. Additionally, his expertise in marketing education has led to invitations as a guest speaker and workshop facilitator at various universities and business forums. His dedication to bridging academia and industry continues to earn him recognition within the business and marketing research community.

šŸ” Research Focus

Julio Vena Oya’s research focuses on consumer behavior, digital marketing strategies, and cultural tourism economics. His PhD explored the determinants of cultural tourism spending, analyzing consumer decision-making and economic impacts. He specializes in market research methodologies, branding strategies, and sector-specific marketing approaches, applying quantitative and qualitative techniques. His work examines digital transformation in marketing, e-commerce trends, and the role of social media in consumer engagement. Julio is particularly interested in data-driven marketing, using statistical models and behavioral insights to enhance business decision-making. He collaborates on interdisciplinary projects in tourism marketing, sustainability, and business innovation, aiming to optimize marketing effectiveness across industries. His publications contribute to academic discourse on marketing analytics, business intelligence, and customer experience strategies. His research bridges theory with practical applications, helping businesses and policymakers develop effective marketing interventions based on empirical evidence.

Publication Top Notes

  • Analysis of domestic cultural tourism spend by segment in the city of Granada: An observational data approach

    • Authors: J.A. CastaƱeda, J. Vena-Oya, M.A. RodrĆ­guez-Molina, R. MartĆ­nez-SuĆ”rez
    • Journal: Tourism Management Perspectives, Vol. 29, pp. 18-30 (2019)
    • Citations: 30

 

  • Meeting public health objectives and supporting the resumption of tourist activity through COVID-19: A triangular perspective

    • Authors: J.A. CastaƱeda-GarcĆ­a, C.M. Sabiote-Ortiz, J. Vena-Oya, D.M. Epstein
    • Journal: Current Issues in Tourism, Vol. 26(10), pp. 1617-1634 (2023)
    • Citations: 18

 

  • Importanceā€“performance analysis of olive oil tourism activities: Differences between national and international tourists

    • Authors: J. Vena-Oya, J.A. Parrilla-GonzĆ”lez
    • Journal: Journal of Vacation Marketing, Vol. 30(3), pp. 423-438 (2024)
    • Citations: 15

 

  • Forecasting a post-COVID-19 economic crisis using fuzzy cognitive maps: A Spanish tourism-sector perspective

    • Authors: J. Vena-Oya, J.A. CastaƱeda-GarcĆ­a, M.Ɓ. RodrĆ­guez-Molina
    • Journal: Current Issues in Tourism, Vol. 25(13), pp. 2048-2062 (2022)
    • Citations: 15

 

  • Addressing regional tourism policy: Tools for sustainable destination management

    • Authors: J. Barreal, J. Vena-Oya, P. MercadĆ©-MelĆ©
    • Journal: Journal of Vacation Marketing, Vol. 30(4), pp. 856-873 (2024)
    • Citations: 8

 

  • The Financial/Accounting Impact of FFP on Participating in European Competitions: An Analysis of the Spanish League

    • Authors: A. Calahorro-LĆ³pez, M. Ratkai, J. Vena-Oya
    • Journal: International Journal of Financial Studies, Vol. 10(3), Article 81 (2022)
    • Citations: 8

 

  • Promoting vs. protecting: Where should the money from tourists visiting my city go? The effect of environmental attitude

    • Authors: J. Vena-Oya, C. Ortega-RodrĆ­guez, E. Garrido-Castro, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Ecotourism (2024)
    • Citations: 4

 

  • Determinants of the likelihood of tourist spending in cultural micro-destinations: Type, timing, and distance of the activity as predictors

    • Authors: J. Vena-Oya, J.A. CastaƱeda-GarcĆ­a, M.Ɓ. RodrĆ­guez-Molina
    • Journal: SAGE Open, Vol. 12(3), Article 21582440221125422 (2022)
    • Citations: 4

 

  • El interĆ©s por los nuevos mĆ©todos de enseƱanza. AnĆ”lisis a travĆ©s de Google Trends en EspaƱa

    • Authors: D.F. UclĆ©s, J.V. Oya
    • Journal: edunovatic2021, pp. 31 (2021)
    • Citations: 4

 

  • Determinantes del gasto efectivo en el turismo cultural

    • Author: J. Vena Oya
    • Institution: Universidad de Granada (2020)
    • Citations: 4

 

  • The influence of the UNESCO WHS recognition on entrepreneurship in cultural microdestinations

    • Authors: A.B.M. FernĆ”ndez, J.V. Oya
    • Journal: Journal of Tourism and Heritage Research, Vol. 3(1), pp. 411-426 (2020)
    • Citations: 3

 

  • AnĆ”lisis de la secuencia de visita a Granada de los turistas: Diferencias por origen y grado de experiencia con el destino

    • Authors: R.M. SuĆ”rez, J.A.C. GarcĆ­a, M.Ɓ.R. Molina, J.V. Oya
    • Journal: Studies of Applied Economics, Vol. 37(1), pp. 105-121 (2019)
    • Citations: 3

 

  • How to achieve economic development through tourism? Different ways for different economies: A new approach through fuzzy set qualitative comparative analysis

    • Authors: J.L. DurĆ”n-RomĆ”n, J. Vena-Oya, J.M. NĆŗƱez-Tabales, F.J. Rey-Carmona
    • Journal: Tourism Economics, Vol. 31(1), pp. 104-123 (2025)
    • Citations: 2

 

Julio Vena-Oya | Finance | Young Scientist Award

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