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Aaron McDonald, Ph.D.

Introduction

Aaron McDonald is an Assistant Professor of Management in the College of Business Administration at ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´. His research examines firms' strategic actions in response to changes in the external business environment. Focusing on this dynamic area of strategy has led to research on strategic decision-making related to disruptive technologies, evolving socio-cultural norms within stakeholder groups, corporate social responsibility, and firms’ ability to influence public policy. Additionally, Aaron brings his global experience in creating technology and market strategies for high-tech firms to the classroom, aiding in the development of students' understanding of strategy, dynamic business environments, and negotiations. Dr. McDonald holds a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Oregon, an M.A. in Global Leadership and Sustainable Development from Hawaii Pacific University, and a B.S. in Engineering from Tennessee Technological University

Research Interests

• Strategy
• Business Environment Dynamics
• Technology
• Corporate Social Responsibility

Select Publications

• Kotiloglu, Serhan, Aaron T. McDonald (2023), Is LGBT Inclusion Motivated by Organizational Performance? Exploring the Relationships Between Performance Feedback and LGBT Inclusion in Firms, Strategic Organization
• McDonald, Aaron T., Catalin Ratiu, and Beverlee B. Anderson (2022) Reputational Considerations in Firm Response to Social Issues. Corporate Reputation Review
• Johnson, A. F., & McDonald, A. T. (2025). Out of the shadows: a new era of corporate political activity. Administrative Theory & Praxis
• Anderson, Beverlee, Aaron T. McDonald, Catalin Ratiu (2024), Governance of AI for a Sustainable Future, World Journal of Science, Technology and Sustainable Development