WDSI President’s Message
Annually, Western DSI (WDSI) members from a diverse group of business disciplines, including both business practitioners and scholars, come together to share their passion for advancing decision sciences and shaping a brighter future for our communities. In a world typified by rapid technological advancements, complex global networks, and evolving challenges, staying informed and learning about cutting edge advances in effective decision-making has never been more important.
What drew me to WDSI, and has brought me back for 20+ years, has been the people. If you attend our annual conference (Vancouver BC, Canada in 2026) you’ll find the welcoming sessions, topics at the forefront of thought, and the participants who are encouraging and constructive in their engagements with other attendees. I have always found that no matter the topic, fellow attendees have been able to help me advance my scholarly work through their objective and informed observations and suggestions. Whether you are interested in AI, innovative education, network optimization, tax strategy, human resources, or any of a host of other business decision making topics, I think you’ll find WDSI a good fit with your research. Ultimately, I hope you consider attending a WDSI event, and helping us continue the legacy of WDSI—one that inspires and empowers generations to come.
Stanley Griffis
WDSI 2025-2026 President