Ing. Marek Nagy, PhD., is an economist at the Department of Economics, Faculty of Operation and Economics of Transport and Communications, University of Žilina. His research and teaching focus on the digitization of the economy, Industry 4.0, and their implications for business and financial management. As a lecturer, he leads courses and seminars on risk management, financial markets, and financial management, emphasizing the connection between theory and practice. His research explores contemporary economic challenges in a dynamic, globalized environment—particularly digital transformation, predictive maintenance, and the integration of artificial intelligence in business processes. He is the author and co-author of several scientific and professional publications on digitization, Industry 4.0, and innovation in the economy. Throughout his academic career, he has contributed to national and international projects applying economic theory to real-world contexts and has actively participated in conferences and professional collaborations. With his expertise in modern economic trends and applied research, Marek Nagy represents a bridge between academia and practice in economic analysis and consulting.