π¨ Call for Papers | Special Issue in the Journal of Management Studies! π¨Board Dynamics in Complex TimesBoards of directors play a critical role in shaping organizational strategy, legitimacy, and societal impact. Yet, in today's world of geopolitical tensions, technological disruption, and rising social and environmental demands, traditional governance perspectives fall short of capturing the full complexity of board functioning.This Special Issue seeks to open the "black box" of the boardroom and invites research on the behavioural, cognitive, and relational dynamics that drive board decision-making and governance outcomes in these challenging times.We welcome contributions that explore:β Interfaces between boards and internal/external actors (e.g., top managers, investors, stakeholders)β Interpersonal relationships and power dynamics among board membersβ Board decision-making processes and information sharingβ Conflict, collaboration, and the role of the board chairβ How board dynamics influence organizational outcomesWe encourage methodological diversity - including qualitative, quantitative, and conceptual approaches - as long as they advance theoretical understanding.π Submission Deadline: 28 February 2027
πGuest Editors (Alphabetical Order):Svetlana Khapova (VU Amsterdam, The Netherlands)Ryan Krause (University of Iowa, USA)Michael C. Withers (University of Notre Dame, USA)Alessandro Zattoni (LUISS University, Italy)πJMS Editor:Dimitrios Georgakakis (University of Leeds, UK)π‘ Special issue events include information sessions at major conferences (AOM, EURAM, ICGS 2026) and a post-submission revision workshop in Summer 2027.This issue is dedicated to the memory of Angelo Solarino, whose contributions helped shape this initiative.For more details, visit our full Call for Papers: https://bit.ly/44wkN4G. Click or tap if you trust this link.">https://bit.ly/44wkN4Gπ Questions? Contact Corresponding Editor Alessandro Zattoni (azattoni@luiss.it).