My research focuses on pivotal moments in a company's lifecycle - mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and downsizing. I'm fascinated by how these events shape organizations and impact their stakeholders.
My work has found homes in prestigious publications like the Journal of Management, Harvard Business Review, and the Journal of Business Research.
When I'm not in the classroom or buried in research, you might find me exploring Iowa's beautiful state parks or trying out new recipes in the kitchen.
I believe that just as in business, life is about continuous learning and adaptation.I'm always eager to connect with fellow researchers, students, and industry professionals. Whether you're interested in discussing the latest trends in M&As, sharing ideas for a potential collaboration, or just want to chat about the transition from engineering to business academia, don't hesitate to reach out!
I am a big proponent for Open Education Resources as I believe high quality education should be accessible and affordable for every student irrespective of their background. In order to advance this mission, I have created a number of case studies that I use in my classroom and encourage everyone to adopt as well.