He received a degree in economic geography and English (1998) from Moscow State Pedagogical University, an MA in communication studies (2003) from the University of Northern Iowa, an MA in international business (2008) from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in mass communication (2008) from the University of Florida. Professor Laskin has extensive work experience in investor relations, international mergers and acquisitions, marketing research, and public relations. He is a member of National Investor Relations Institute, Public Relations Society of America, and Association for Business Communication.