Now in its tenth year, the Coles Research Magazine is dedicated to highlighting the innovative, actionable research conducted by the faculty and students of the Michael J. Coles College of Business. Their work not only enhances Kennesaw State University’s reputation as a thought leader in business theory, but also solidifies the University’s position as a valued partner in the decision-making processes of countless firms. Research featured in the 10th edition of The Coles Research Magazine includes six papers published in Financial Times Top 50 journals; research from recipients of the Coles College Distinguished Journal Publication, Outstanding Impact Publication, and Community Engagement awards; the work of recent Coles Working Paper Series award winners; papers presented at the Coles Research Symposium on Homeland Security; and two Ph.D. candidate executive summaries. The research presented here includes digestible, easy-to-understand outlines alongside lists of key takeaways. From studies warning of the dangers surrounding ‘rubber stamp’ boardrooms, to research into how the media’s perception of a CEO can impact financial performance, and even a look at the effect physical attractiveness has on auditor selection, the conclusions outlined here are accessible to academics and real-world businesspeople alike. I invite you to explore the tenth edition of The Coles Research Magazine and discover how cutting-edge research conducted by our faculty and students is evolving our understanding of business.
Robin Cheramie Dean, Michael J. Coles College of Business Tony and Jack Dinos Eminent Scholar Chair of Entrepreneurial Management Kennesaw State University
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