International Symposium on Strategic Entrepreneurship & Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal Paper Development Workshop

In collaboration with the Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal (SEJ), we conducted a paper development workshop (PDW) on February 22-23, 2024. Welcome remarks were delivered by Professor Qingyan Chen (Director of PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research and Chair Professor of Building Thermal Science), Professor Chinien Chung (Associate Dean of the Faculty of Business and Chair Professor of Strategic and Organization Management), and Professor Wu Liu (Head and Professor of the Department of Management and Marketing). Around 40 scholars from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Europe, and North America joined this PDW and presented their studies on entrepreneurship. This PDW was led by Sam Garg (SEJ Associate Editor), Peter G. Klein (SEJ Co-Editor) and Matthew Mount (SEJ Associate Editor), and they provided junior scholars with developmental feedback on their current research papers in entrepreneurship and innovation and to help them develop their manuscripts. The PDW was part of the International Symposium on Strategic Entrepreneurship, in which Professor Peter G. Klein delivered a keynote speech, entitled “The Judgment-Based Approach: Retrospect and Prospect”, based on his two-decade research collaborations with Professor Nicolai Foss and a few other scholars to develop the “judgment-based view” as a new approach to the study of entrepreneurship. Please refer to the Photo Album for details.  

CLI Symposium "Building Bridges: Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in the Entrepreneurial and Corporate Landscape"

In an era where companies and employees alike are increasingly prioritizing workplace diversity and inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and policies have become critical in the attraction and retention of local and global talent. Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest insights shared by both esteemed scholars from academia and industry experts from MTR, Click Ventures, and Lalamove, along with filmmaker and activist Mr. Kaspar Wan. Through dialogue between researchers and practitioners, we hope to facilitate an exchange of ideas on diversity issues and potential solutions. We sincerely hope for the privilege of your presence. Date: 6 March 2024 (Wed) Time: 14:45 to 18:00 (Registration commences at 14:20) Venue: The Academy Rooms, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui East Due to the limited seating, we encourage you to confirm your attendance at the earliest. Please complete your registration here or scan the QR code below by March 3, 2024. We look forward to exploring ways to create diverse and inclusive workplaces with you. Please refer to the event rundown for details.

Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research Exchange 2024 - "Best Paper by a PhD Candidate"

Mr Aureliu SINDILA, a PolyU MM PhD candidate in Management has just received the Best Paper by a PhD Candidate Award for his paper titled “Navigating Moral Boundaries: Repugnance Entrepreneurs and the Legitimization of Repugnant Transactions” (coauthored with Prof. Nicolai J. FOSS and Dr Xueyong ZHAN) at the Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research Exchange (ACERE) 2024 Conference in Sydney, Australia. Congratulations for this tremendous achievement!

Public Lecture by Prof. Nicolai J. Foss – “Rethinking Managerial Authority and Its Legitimacy: A Self-determination Perspective”

MM will hold a Public Lecture on the topic “Rethinking Managerial Authority and Its Legitimacy: A Self-determination Perspective” on 1 March 2024. Abstract: While managerial authority is absolutely central to much management and organization theory, authority is also highly contested, being challenged on grounds of ethics and efficiency. Moreover, key aspects of managerial authority remain less well understood. This is particularly the case of the microfoundations of authority that relate to legitimacy: why do employees accept to be subject to the order-giving and direction of hierarchical superiors? The talk reviews managerial authority and its legitimacy and develops a novel argument for the legitimacy of authority based on self-determination theory: employees view authority as legitimate when it contributes to their well-being or flourishing.   Date*    : 1 March 2024 (Friday) Time*   : 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Public Lecture)          4:00 – 4:30 p.m. (Q&A Session) *Hong Kong Time Venue   : AG710, PolyU Please register through the registration form https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YPc3j4exgUm4L-Xcb1vPRLiQGU2EnwNOtDVtbUjEEDNUN0FIS00yQ0o5NFNSNzBPQjdEMFFJMTRQRy4u on or before 26 Feb 2024 (Mon).   More Details

Public Lecture by Prof. Arun Rai – “Creating Value with Generative AI”

On December 20, MM had the pleasure to host a Public Lecture on “Creating Value with Generative AI,” presented by Prof. Arun Rai (Regents' Professor, University System of Georgia, Howard S. Starks Distinguished Chair and Director of the Center for Digital Innovation, Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business). In the lecture, Prof. Rai discussed the opportunities and risks for developing and deploying GenAI solutions in organizations, as well as their implications, especially in the context of the interplay of an evolving labor market for AI skills and of AI regulation and policies on these development and deployment processes.

Call for Proposals - Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal Paper Development Workshop

The Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal (SEJ), in collaboration with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, will offer a paper development workshop (PDW) in Hong Kong on Thursday & Friday, February 22-23, 2024. The goal of the PDW is to provide junior scholars with developmental feedback on their current research papers in entrepreneurship and innovation and to help them position their manuscripts for possible submission to the Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal. Early-career researchers, including both Ph.D. students and junior assistant professors, are particularly encouraged to apply. The workshop will be led by Sam Garg (SEJ Associate Editor), Peter Klein (SEJ Co-Editor) and Matthew Mount (SEJ Associate Editor). We will first discuss general information about publishing in SEJ and how to address the key challenges that editors and reviewers see in the review process. We will then match the participants with SEJ editors and senior faculty members at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University to provide authors with developmental feedback aimed at improving their manuscripts. Prospective participants are invited to submit their research proposals (extended abstracts) to Maggie Ma (rongzma@polyu.edu.hk) with the subject “PolyU SEJ PDW” by January 15, 2024. Each participant may submit only one proposal to the PDW. Please include in a single PDF file (1) a cover letter with all authors’ names, e-mails, and affiliations, as well as research question, intended contribution, and the status of the proposal (unpublished and completed manuscript, preliminary findings, etc.); (2) the research proposal (extended abstract only, no more than 5 pages, double-spaced, excluding tables, figures, and references); and (3) the curriculum vitae of the author(s) planning to attend the workshop. Due to a limited number of slots available, applying for the PDW does not guarantee acceptance. Also, acceptance to the PDW does not guarantee acceptance to SEJ. Authors will be notified about the status of their submissions by January 22, 2024. More details about the registration and local arrangements will be provided in the acceptance letter. The PDW will be part of the International Symposium on Strategic Entrepreneurship at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University to be held on February 22-23, 2024. Both the PDW and the symposium will be free for participants with accepted research proposals. Coffee, pastries, and lunches will be included as part of the registration. Registered participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs. For questions about the event, please contact Maggie Ma (rongzma@polyu.edu.hk). About the host institution. The Faculty of Business of PolyU, popularly known as PolyU Business School (PBS), is a world-class business school that offers high-quality academic programs and leads cutting-edge research in business and related disciplines. This PDW is organized and funded by the Department of Management and Marketing, Faculty of Business, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Consumer Behavior Newcomers Symposium 2023

The Asian Center for Branding & Marketing at MM has successfully organized the Consumer Behavior Newcomers Symposium on 11 December 2023. The symposium is designated to serve as a platform for junior consumer behavior scholars in Hong Kong and nearby regions to build networks, share insights, and familiarize themselves with the latest research in the field. During the day, seven featured speakers presented their latest research. The MM faculty and research students also had the opportunity to interact with the speakers throughout a fruitful program of the day. The seven featured speakers included (in reverse alphabetical order by last name): Dr. Lingrui Zhou (The University of Hong Kong) Dr. Wanyi Zheng (Hong Kong Baptist University) Dr. Vivian (Jieru) Xie (New York University Shanghai) Dr. Xiang Wang (Lingnan University) Dr. Tianyi Li (The University of Hong Kong) Dr. Edward Lai (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Dr. SungJin Jung (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)

Public Lecture by Prof. Arun Rai – “Creating Value with Generative AI”

MM will hold a Public Lecture on the topic “Creating Value with Generative AI” on 20 December 2023. Abstract: Generative AI (GenAI) creates human-like content, including text, images, and audio. Through self-learning with vast troves of observational data and with direct experience, it can develop emergent properties to attain goals in complex multi-agent problems. It can also tailor content for specific situations with minimal learning, where one-shot or few-shot learning picks up on particularities of the situation. I will explore how these GenAI characteristics render novel opportunities for organizations to create value through people, products, services, and work systems. I will also address its risks, encompassing deskilling, dominance, hallucinations, intellectual property, reliability, safety, and ethical issues. Lastly, I will discuss the implications of these opportunities and risks for developing and deploying GenAI solutions in organizations, while considering the interplay of an evolving labor market for AI skills and of AI regulation and policies on these development and deployment processes.   Date*    : 20 December 2023 (Wednesday) Time*   : 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Public Lecture)          3:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Q&A Session) *Hong Kong Time Venue   : AG710, PolyU Please register through the registration form https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YPc3j4exgUm4L-Xcb1vPRLiQGU2EnwNOtDVtbUjEEDNUNVQ5VjIxMVdZSEtGOUhBVkozVzYxMk0zNS4u on or before 18 Dec 2023 (Mon).   More Details

Influencer Marketing Symposium — “Leveraging Influencer Marketing: Latest Research and Best Practices”

Celebrating the pulse of digital trends, the Influencer Marketing Symposium, hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Department of Management and Marketing and the Asian Centre for Branding & Marketing, unfolded with great success. Industry experts and scholars from PolyU MM delivered enlightening talks that bridged academic insights with real-world applications. We were honored to have featured speakers from Google, VS Media, and prominent YouTubers who provided fresh perspectives on influencer marketing strategies. The event fostered dynamic exchanges on the latest research and best practices, enriching the dialogue around digital innovation. Our heartfelt thanks go to all the speakers, attendees, and supporters for their roles in making this symposium a hub of inspiration and knowledge exchange. Please refer to the Photo Album for details.  

Public Lecture by Prof. Kai Chi Sam Yam – “Interacting with AI and Robots as Employees, Customers, Believers, Patients, and Students”

MM will hold a Public Lecture on the topic “Interacting with AI and Robots as Employees, Customers, Believers, Patients, and Students” on 13 December 2023. Abstract: Today, robots and AI help generate creative content, man hotels, and even make hiring decisions in the workplace. But how humans feel about them remains complicated. In this talk, I will synthesize my past and ongoing work in an attempt to answer one question: do humans enjoy interacting with robots and AI? The answer is that it depends — not so much on the types of robots or AI in question, but rather on what contexts we interact with them in. We generally prefer new technologies that serve us rather than those that work alongside us and are especially aversive to them in sacred and moral domains, such as religion and medicine. Technological affinity and cultural differences gen erally explain small variances, whereas generational differences and a lack of exposure explain larger ones. Date*    : 13 December 2023 (Wednesday) Time*   : 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Public Lecture)          3:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Q&A Session) *Hong Kong Time Venue   : AG710, PolyU Please register through the registration form https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=YPc3j4exgUm4L-Xcb1vPRLiQGU2EnwNOtDVtbUjEEDNUMEZQQ1pTUTFRTktWWDJMNEdFRVZHV1pWNy4u on or before 11 Dec 2023 (Mon).   More Details