Zhu studies strategic decision making of top executives and entrepreneurs, DEI in the upper echelons, innovation, digitalization, corporate governance, and corporate strategy. He also studies corporate elite networks and resource exchange networks.

Emphasizing leadership style, effective communication, and relationship building in leadership success, Peterson works with leaders to provide them the tools to deliver excellent business results and exceptional followership.

Wei Shen is a professor of strategic management, and a noted researcher on topics including strategic leadership, corporate governance, organizational search, and research methodology.

Trevis Certo studies how corporate governance structures and top management teams influence firm performance.

Christine Shropshire's research is broadly in the area of corporate governance, including board composition and effectiveness, diversity in the upper echelons, and stakeholder management.