Plenary Sessions at SMS Hong Kong
Plenary Sessions bring all attendees together for inspiring keynotes, dynamic panels, and engaging fireside chats featuring leading scholars and industry practitioners. These main-stage conversations explore timely topics at the intersection of research and real-world strategic impact.
Click below to learn more about the Plenary Sessions taking place at the SMS Special Conference in Hong Kong.
Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 10:45 - 11:45
Panelists:
- Augusto King, MUFG Securities Asia Limited
- Olivia Wong, MTR Corporation Limited
- Jennifer Tan, Ant Group
- Webster NG, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China
Moderator: Robert Park, Professor of Practice, Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Stakeholder governance has emerged as an important framework for understanding corporate responsibility and organizational effectiveness, given the increasing complexity and interdependence in the business world. This panel will share cases of successful and unsuccessful stakeholder governance practices across industries, providing valuable insights into the factors that drive effective stakeholder management. Through this discussion, this panel seeks to equip practitioners and scholars with actionable strategies to enhance stakeholder engagement, foster collaboration, and ultimately drive organizational success in an increasingly interconnected world.
Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 15:35 - 16:35
Panelists:
- Jay Barney, University of Utah
- Peter Klein, Baylor University
- Ruth Aguilera, Northeastern University
- Cuili Qian, University of Texas at Dallas
Moderator: Heli Wang, Singapore Management University
This panel explores the macro issues surrounding stakeholder governance, focusing on its implications for businesses, policymakers, and society at large. It will examine the evolving role of stakeholders in shaping corporate strategies, emphasizing the interplay between shareholder interests and broader societal concerns. Key topics will include the challenges of balancing diverse stakeholder demands, the impact of regulatory frameworks on governance practices, and the influence of global economic trends on stakeholder engagement. Additionally, it will address the ethical considerations inherent in stakeholder governance, particularly in the context of environmental sustainability, social justice, and corporate accountability. Panelists will share insights on best practices for fostering inclusive governance structures that not only enhance organizational resilience but also contribute to sustainable development. Through critical dialogue, this panel seeks to illuminate the complexities of stakeholder governance and propose actionable strategies for organizations navigating the multifaceted stakeholder relationships.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 from 15:10 - 16:10
Panelists:
- Don Lange, Arizona State University
- Russ Coff, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Flore Bridoux, Erasmus University
- Donal Crilly, London Business School
Moderator: Nicolai Foss, Copenhagen Business School
This panel explores the micro-level dynamics shaping stakeholder interactions and decision-making. It focuses on nuanced issues of stakeholder governance, highlighting the practical challenges organizations face and the strategies they use to engage stakeholders effectively. Core topics include stakeholder identification and prioritization; power dynamics and conflicts of interest; communication and relationship management; and individual-level motivations, cognitions, behaviors, and interactions influenced by broader governance structures and processes. Recognizing the inherently interdisciplinary nature of micro-level stakeholder research, the panel will also address related theoretical and empirical challenges. Through critical dialogue, it seeks to clarify links between micro- and macro-level perspectives on stakeholder governance.
