Our Contributors

A collective of esteemed historians, economists, and scholars dedicated to objective historical analysis.

Expert Voices

Meet Our Authors

Our articles are authored by specialists in their respective fields, ensuring academic rigor and depth.

Portrait of Dr. Alistair Finch
Dr. Alistair Finch Professor of Economic History, Harvard University

Specializing in 19th-century corporate structures and capital markets. Author of 'The Corporate Leviathan'.

Portrait of Dr. Isabella Rossi
Dr. Isabella Rossi Independent Scholar, Author of 'The Gilded Mandate'

Focuses on the intersection of Gilded Age philanthropy, public perception, and political influence.

Portrait of Prof. Kenji Tanaka
Prof. Kenji Tanaka Technology Historian, Stanford University

Researches the adoption of transformative technologies, from the telegraph to electrification, and their societal impact.

Portrait of Dr. Eleanor Vance
Dr. Eleanor Vance Associate Professor of History, University of Chicago

An expert on railroad development and its effect on American expansion and legal frameworks.

Portrait of Prof. Samuel Jones
Prof. Samuel Jones Professor of Law & History, Yale Law School

Analyzes the history of antitrust law and government regulation of industry from 1880 to the present.

Portrait of Dr. Aisha Khan
Dr. Aisha Khan Economist, Brookings Institution

Her work models the economic effects of industrial monopolization and financial panics in the late 19th century.

A Platform for Scholars

The Industrialist Archives provides a venue for academics to publish rigorous, long-form historical analysis for a wide but serious audience. Our editorial process is collaborative and respects the intellectual integrity of our authors while ensuring adherence to our core principles of neutrality and evidence-based reporting.

We are always interested in connecting with scholars and historians whose work aligns with our mission. If you are an academic with a background in American industrial history, economic history, or related fields, we invite you to get in touch with our editorial board to discuss potential collaborations or submissions.

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