The Strategic Management Society

Final Reminder: Early Bird Registration Closes Monday! Join us in Palermo, Italy, from May 21-23 for the SMS Special Conference at LUMSA University! Secure your spot before Monday, March 17 to take advantage of discounted rates. Early Bird Pricing: Student Members – $480 USD Regular & Emeritus Members – $520 USD Non-Members – $620 USD Register today before prices go up! https://hubs.li/Q03blMgk0 #SMSPalermo #StrategyConference

Students No Longer Read Cases—What Can We Do Differently? With AI tools like ChatGPT changing how students engage with case studies, it’s time to rethink traditional teaching methods. Join top INSEAD professors on April 2 as they share innovative solutions, from video cases to LiveCase technology. April 2, 2025 | 9:00 – 10:15 AM EDT FREE for SMS members | $19 for non-members Don’t miss this discussion on the future of case-based teaching! Register now: https://hubs.li/Q03blLjt0 #HigherEd #Teaching #EdTech

One week to go! The 5th Annual Transformative CEO Summit is happening March 20, featuring insights from top CEOs on leadership, innovation & strategy. Keynotes from Verizon, Omaha Steaks & more! Interactive CEO panel workgroups $49 non-members | FREE for SMS members Don’t miss this exclusive event—register now! https://hubs.li/Q03blcsd0 #CEOSummit #Leadership #Business

The Strategic Management Society is seeking passionate leaders for two exciting volunteer opportunities: Collections Editor: Collaborate with journal co-editors to enhance SMS Collections and drive the future of strategic management research. Media Chair: Lead the SMS Media Taskforce, shape content strategy, and increase visibility across platforms. If you're ready to make an impact, these roles offer the perfect chance to drive change, expand your professional network, and contribute to SMS's growth. ??? Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 (Editor) | March 31, 2025 (Media Chair) Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q03bnCsp0 #SMS #VolunteerOpportunity #Leadership #StrategicManagement

Don't Miss Out on Two FREE Virtual Information Sessions! Happening Tomorrow! Dive into the role of chance, luck, and serendipity in strategy with the Strategic Management Journal Special Issue Virtual Information Session. March 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT Final Call! Registration Closes Today! Don’t miss the Global Strategy Journal Special Issue Virtual Information Session on Global Innovation in an Era of Disruptive Changes. Secure your spot before registration closes at 8:00 AM CDT today, March 10! March 17, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT https://hubs.li/Q039-PhM0 #Strategy #Management #Innovation #SMS #GlobalStrategy #AcademicResearch

Calling all early-career researchers & scholars in entrepreneurship and innovation! Submit your proposal to the Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal Paper Development Workshop happening June 23-24, 2025 at ESSEC Business School, Cergy, France. This workshop offers a unique chance to receive expert feedback from SEJ editors and ESSEC faculty on your research projects. Deadline to submit: March 15 https://hubs.li/Q039y6MS0 #StrategicEntrepreneurship #SEJ #EntrepreneurshipResearch #Innovation #AcademicOpportunities #ResearchWorkshop #EarlyCareerResearchers #ESSECBusinessSchool #ResearchDevelopment

Early Bird Deadline Approaching! Join us for the SMS Special Conference in Palermo at LUMSA University from May 21-23, 2025! Secure your spot now before early bird pricing ends on March 17. Student Members: $480 USD Regular & Emeritus Members: $520 USD Non-Members: $620 USD Don't wait—register today! https://hubs.li/Q039yhB80 #SMSConference #StrategicManagement #SMSPalermo #Networking #BusinessStrategy #Academia #LUMSAUniversity #EarlyBirdSpecial

Save the Date: March 20, 2025 | 11 AM – 1 PM ET The 5th Annual Transformative CEO Summit is your opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders on how they’re navigating transformation and planning for the future. Keynotes from: ??Hans Vestberg, CEO of Verizon ??Nate Rempe, CEO of Omaha Steaks ??Ishan Patel, CEO of Audien Hearing Topics Include: ??Empowering growth through transformation ??The future of connectivity ??Building exceptional organizational cultures ??And more! Join us for just $49 as a non-member, or attend for free by becoming an SMS member. Learn more & Register: https://hubs.li/Q039vNJ80 #CEOLeadership #BusinessGrowth #ExecutiveInsights #StrategicLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureOfBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Transformation #CorporateCulture #CEOPanel #NetworkingOpportunities #SMSEvents

Nominate a deserving scholar for the CK Prahalad Award! Recognizing excellence in applying theory and research to management practice, the CK Prahalad Award honors scholar-practitioners who’ve shaped global strategic leadership. Nomination Deadline: April 15, 2025 Find out more about this and other SMS awards, and submit your nomination today! https://hubs.li/Q039kNg50 #CKPrahaladAward #StrategicManagement #Leadership #SMSAwards

The Hidden Tradeoff of Activist Board Members Activist-nominated directors can boost shareholder value—but at what cost? A new study finds they drive short-term gains while potentially harming employees, suppliers, and communities. How can companies balance financial performance with stakeholder well-being? Read more: https://hubs.li/Q038p9nv0 #CorporateGovernance #Shareholders #Stakeholders