This dissertation abstract and the reflection commentary present the work of Dr. Daina Mazutis. The dissertation addresses the relationship between strategic leadership and corporate social responsibility from the upper echelon and institutional theory perspectives. This extended dissertation abstract summarizes the research questions, methods, and findings, while the reflection commentary in the appendix discusses the author’s views about the research process as a junior scholar.
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