Faculty Profile

Jiyeon Kang is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship whose research advances understanding of strategic leadership, corporate governance, and the dynamics of corporate elites.

Recognized for innovative perspectives on executive leadership and succession, combining rigorous empirical research with theoretical advancements; recipient of multiple research fellowships and grants; impactful contributions to understanding how leadership mindsets and social contexts shape organizational and career outcomes.

Focused research areas include Explores the influence of top executives and boards on organizational outcomes, with a focus on CEO succession, generativity mindsets, leadership attributes (e.g., narcissism), and the social context of elite career mobility.