David J. Skandera, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor
School of Business
Virginia Commonwealth University
ABOUT
I am a researcher and Assistant Professor of Strategic Management in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). I hold a Ph.D. in strategic management and entrepreneurship from the University of Central Florida, M.B.A. and M.S. degrees from the University of Massachusetts, and a B.A. in economics and management studies from St. Olaf College.
My conceptual and empirical research focuses on the role of business in society. I build on a variety of conceptual frameworks, including Doughnut Economics, institutional theory, resource-based theory, stakeholder theory, and moral philosophy, to study how firms invest in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Business can be a critical force for good in society, with the potential to have a significant positive impact on the social, environmental, and economic challenges humankind faces in the 21st century. Therefore, it is important for managers to understand how to efficiently use their resources in CSR portfolios and impact social and environmental issues in ways that are meaningful and economically sustainable.
I have published in the Journal of Management and presented my work at a variety of conferences (e.g., AOM, BCERC, SMA, SMS). I have also participated as a panelist at the SMA annual meeting, and earned the Best Reviewer award from the SMS Stakeholder Strategy interest group. Aside from research, I serve on the communications team of the AOM’s SIM division, and on the Editorial Review Board of the Journal of Management.
Over the course of my career, I hope to publish rigorous research and serve my community in ways that help our shared societal systems – from markets, to households, the state, and our earth systems – collectively thrive in balance.
CORE RESEARCH INTERESTS
Corporate Sustainability
CSR & ESG
CSR Portfolios
Societal Impact of Business
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS, AMHERST
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Master of Science (M.S.) – Sport Management
ST. OLAF COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Economics, Management Studies
EXPERIENCE
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Executive MBA:
Corporate Sustainability
Undergraduate:
Moral Foundations of Business
Strategic Management
SELECT APPLIED EXPERIENCE
Boston Cannons
Clinical & Support Options
Lidl US, Inc.
MAN Energy Solutions SE
Summit Sports Group