North American Case Research Association (NACRA)

NACRA Community: Exciting News! NACRA Launches the Case Community Conversations Podcast! ?? We are thrilled to announce the launch of NACRA’s Case Community Conversations podcast, a brand-new initiative dedicated to exploring the art and science of case writing, teaching, and research. This podcast will bring together thought leaders, case experts, and educators to discuss best practices, innovations, and strategies in the world of case research. ?? ?? Launch Date: February 7, 2025 ?? ?? First Episode: Solving the Mystery of How to Craft an Instructor Manual for Your Case ?? ?? Guest: Armand Gilinsky, Chair of the Case Research Foundation ?? ??? Host Melanie Reed (she/her) NACRA President In our premiere episode, our NACRA President, Melanie Reed (she/her), sits down with Armand Gilinsky to unpack one of the most challenging yet crucial aspects of case writing—developing an effective Instructor Manual. Whether you are an experienced case writer or just starting out, this episode will provide you with valuable insights on crafting a manual that enhances classroom engagement and maximizes learning outcomes. ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/e6YV6AUA ?? Subscribe & Stay Tuned! We have an exciting line-up of episodes coming your way! Make sure to subscribe, follow, and share to stay updated on new releases. Join the conversation by sharing your thoughts using: #CaseCommunityConversations and tagging NACRA. Let’s connect, learn, and grow together as we shape the future of case research! #NACRA #CaseTeaching #CaseResearch #PodcastLaunch #CaseCommunityConversations

Hello NACRA Community NACRA joins in the Celebration of #WorldCaseTeachingDay #WorldCaseTeaching Day is an excellent way to highlight the transformative power of the case method in higher education. Case teaching equips students with the skills needed to effectively navigate real-world business challenges by exploring different perspectives and fostering critical thinking. At NACRA (North American Case Research Association), we are passionate about helping faculty refine their case writing and teaching expertise. Writing and publishing teaching cases not only enriches the learning experience for students but also serves as a valuable contribution to scholarly research, strengthening institutional research portfolios. The NACRA community facilitates collaboration among academics across disciplines. Case writers and educators are committed to student learning, eager to share best practices, and dedicated to supporting each other professionally and personally. As we celebrate #WorldCaseTeachingDay today Wednesday, 5 February 2025, we invite you to showcase your experiences with case teaching, share your favourite cases, and engage in discussions about its impact on students and educators worldwide. ?? Mark your calendars for NACRA’s next Annual Conference – at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, Newport Beach, California, October 16th -18th, 2025! Stay tuned for more updates. #NACRA2025

NACRA COMMUNITY Join us tomorrow in this free webinar "What Makes a Good Case" with Dr María Ballesteros -Sola and Dr. Mike Annett, PhD CPHR ???? see you there @ 11 am EST

NACRA is excited to share that the CRJ's new issue has been published. Thanks to Eric Dolansky and the team.

Dear NACRA community Just a reminder that we have something interesting for you. A free Webinar: What Makes a Good Case Join us on Tuesday January 29th?at 8?a.m. (PST) / 11 a.m. (EST), for a free webinar on What Makes a Great Case? Dr. Maria Ballesterose-Sola and Dr. Mike Annett will share insight and expertise on the case method and what makes for a good case and instructor’s manual.?Also, learn about the Case Research Foundations support for case writing faculty and PHD students.?Information about the NACRA 2025 Conference in Newport Beach, California (Oct 16-18), including submission timelines and ways to get involved, will be discussed. Register at the following link for this free virtual event: https://lnkd.in/e3n6Es47 H Registration for Webinar: What Makes a Good Case? This webinar, on Wed Jan 29 from 11-Noon EST, is in support of NACRA's mission for promoting excellence in case research, writing, and teaching. bit.ly

Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/g5eM4-fW Am excited to co-present a free webinar on Jan 29 at 11am EST with @mariaballesteros-sola to discuss the case method and how to write an effective instructor's manual. As well, we will provide information on the Case Research Foundation and prompt submissions for the North American Case Research Association (NACRA) annual conference taking place this year in Newport Beach, California from October 16-18. By attending this webinar, you will:? - Discover the benefits of the case method for students’ learning, faculty development, and school’s research portfolio & community outreach;? - Understand what makes a good case and an effective instructor’s manual;? - Learn ways to secure support for case writing faculty and PhD students via NACRA’s Annual Conference #NACRA2025 and the Case Research Foundation;? - Understand the timeline to have your case ready and ways to get involved.

Dear NACRA Community Cheers to a new Year NACRA invites you to: ?? Free Case Writing Webinar ???? ?? What makes a good case? Are you interested in the case method? Want to learn how to write an effective teaching case? ? Join us for a FREE webinar on January 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, and learn from expert case writers ?? By attending this webinar, you will: ? Discover the benefits of the case method for students’ learning, faculty development, and your institution's research portfolio & community outreach. ? Understand what makes a good case and how to create an effective instructor’s manual. ? Learn ways to secure support for faculty and PhD students via #NACRA2025 and the Case Research Foundation. ? Get insights on the timeline to have your case ready and how to get involved. ?? Speakers: ???? Maria Ballesteros-Sola Associate Professor, California State University Channel Islands Case Research Foundation Board Member | Paul L. Lawrence Fellow | NACRA Track Chair for Social Impact Cases | SAGE Social Impact Case Collection Editor | The Case Centre Board Member ???? Mike Annett Associate Professor and Associate Dean, MacEwan University VP Programs & NACRA 2025 Conference Chair | The CASE Journal Associate Editor ?? Questions? Contact Mike Annett at ?? [email protected] ?? Register now using this link: ?? https://lnkd.in/e3n6Es47 #FreeWebinar #CaseWriting #CaseMethod #NACRA2025 #TeachingCases #FacultyDevelopment #HigherEd #SocialImpactto

Cheers NACRA community! Merry Christmas to all those who celebrated! And Happy New Year ?? ?? ? - 2025 is almost here ??! In these last few days of 2024, in case you are thinking about your charitable giving this year, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to our Case Research Foundation. The Case Research Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that supports NACRA. The CRF’s major initiative is providing Paul R. Lawrence Fellowships to doctoral students and early-career faculty members.?These fellowships enable talented young scholars from around the world to attend the annual NACRA meeting, where they receive special training and are included in all conference sessions. Prominent professor Anne Lawrence led the CRF for 10 years. In 2022, she received an award from The Case Centre for 'Outstanding Contribution to Case Method' https://lnkd.in/ecVxnvwu. Professor Lawrence stepped down as CRF Chair this past October, and now the CRF is steered by another exceptional case method expert Professor Armand Gilinsky who is NACRA Fellow and Past President, having published extensively at CRJ and many other journals. In the past ten years, the Case Research Foundation has awarded 92 such fellowships. We were especially pleased to welcome 10 new PRL Fellows at the 2024 NACRA conference in Orlando this past October. We are looking forward to welcoming a new cohort of PRL Fellows next year, at our conference in Newport Beach, California, October 16-18, 2025 https://lnkd.in/gd8wcHx - if any questions, get in touch with the Conference Chair Mike Annett, PhD CPHR. We will appreciate your donations along with your help to share this donation opportunity. ?? Donations can be made by check or online.?For more information, please go to: https://lnkd.in/e2Nqw99G Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a good year to come!

?? Hello NACRA Community, join in a celebration of EXCELLENCE ?? ?? Javier Silva Wins Lifetime NACRA Award ?? ? ? Javier Silva, Professor of Management at UCU Business School, Montevideo, Uruguay, was named to the Society of NACRA Fellows at the North American Case Research Association (NACRA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, in October 2024. Silva was recognized for his lifetime contribution to NACRA and to the global case research community.?? ? Silva, a long-time contributor to NACRA and to case research, has been active in the association and case research since at least 2006. He served as President of NACRA in 2019-2020 and helped steer the association through the COVID-19 pandemic. A prolific case writer, Silva has published seven (7) cases in the Case Research Journal (CRJ) over his career. The Case Research Journal is the premier journal for case research. Silva’s case “Petrobás: It’s First Child” was the 2007 Curtis E. Tate Award winner for the Best Case published in the Case Research Journal.?? ? Perhaps Silva's most significant contribution over his long and illustrious career has been his dedication to both his students and to developing future case writers. Silva has mentored countless case researchers and continues to be active at NACRA conferences. Please join NACRA in congratulating ?? Javier Silva ?? on this lifetime achievement award.????? ?????? ???? #NACRA24 #CASEWRITING #CASERESEARCH #EXCELLENCE ?

Hello NACRA Community ???? ?? A Heartfelt Thank You to All NACRA 2024 Attendees! ?? As NACRA 2024 comes to a close, the deepest gratitude is extended to all attendees, participants, and organizers who made this conference a resounding success. Your energy, insights, and collaborative spirit truly elevated this year’s event. ? A special?congratulations?to all those recognized with an award during the?NACRA 2024 Conference Awards & Recognition Breakfast! Your achievements and contributions to the field serve as a beacon of inspiration for us all. This year’s conference wasn’t just an opportunity to share knowledge—it was a celebration of excellence, innovation, and our shared commitment to advancing case writing, research and teaching To everyone who joined us: Thank you for being part of this remarkable journey. Let’s keep the connections alive and continue to inspire change, one impactful discussion at a time. Look out for more exciting highlights from #NACRA2024