Hayagreeva "Huggy" Rao

Professor Huggy Rao has extensively contributed to the fields of management and sociology, primarily focusing on the social and cultural drivers of organizational change. His research delves into three key aspects of organizational change: the creation of new social structures, the transformation of existing social structures, and the dissolution of old social structures. His notable work includes exploring the impact of social movements on organizational change across various professional and organizational fields.

Rao's scholarly articles have been featured in prominent journals such as the Administrative Science Quarterly, American Journal of Sociology, American Sociological Review, Academy of Management Journal, Organization Science, and Strategic Management Journal. He is the author of "Market Rebels: How Activists Make or Break Radical Innovation," published by Princeton University Press in 2009.

In addition to his research pursuits, Rao plays a significant role in academic publishing. He serves as the Editor of Administrative Science Quarterly and has been an active member of the editorial boards for the American Journal of Sociology, Organization Science, and Academy of Management Review. His contributions to the field have been recognized by the National Science Foundation's Organizational Innovation and Change Panel where he has served as a member.

Rao holds prestigious fellowships with several esteemed institutions. He is a Fellow of the Center for Advanced Study in Behavioral Science, the Sociological Research Association, and the Academy of Management at Stanford University. His academic and professional achievements make him a respected figure in the study and implementation of organizational change.