What if the purpose of business is about more than profit alone? In Part 1 of Episode 36, Dr. Kerry L.Bass and Peggy O'Neal welcome renowned philosopher and business thinker Dr. Edward Freeman, one of the leading voices behind stakeholder theory. Dr. Freeman shares the story of how stakeholder thinking evolved, addresses common misconceptions, and explains why creating value for people is at the heart of successful business. The discussion challenges traditional assumptions and offers a fresh perspective on the role of business in society.
Dr. R. Edward “Ed” Freeman is an internationally recognized scholar, educator, consultant, and speaker whose pioneering work has helped shape modern stakeholder theory and business ethics. He is best known for his landmark book, Strategic Management: A Stakeholder Approach, which transformed thinking about the role of relationships in business success. Freeman is the Bachand University Professor, Olsson Professor, and Academic Director of the Institute for Business in Society at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. A recipient of seven honorary doctorates and numerous teaching and lifetime achievement awards, he has advised leading organizations worldwide and hosts The Stakeholder Podcast.
Contact Dr. Freeman at:
The Stakeholder Podcast – Edward freeman
https://redwardfreeman.com/the-stakeholder-podcast/
Contact Dr. Kerry and Peggy at:
Dr. Kerry:
linkedin.com/in/kerrylbass
Peggy:
linkedin.com/in/peggyoneal
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