11043: Managerial Foresight: Unraveling The Enigma

Saturday, July 26, 2025

08:30 - 10:00 CEST (GMT+2)

Location: Bella Center: Hall D- D3-m4

Session Type: PDW (workshop)
Orientation: Practice,Research
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Organizer(s)

DW

Daniel Wilde

Indiana U. - Kelley School of Business, United States
RK

Rahul Kapoor

The Wharton School, U. of Pennsylvania, United States

Panelist(s)

FC

Felipe Csaszar

U. of Michigan, United States
VG

Vibha Gaba

INSEAD, Singapore
TZ

Todd Zenger

U. of Utah, David Eccles School of Business, United States
GG

Giovanni Gavetti

-, United States
XM

Xavier Mundet

-, Switzerland
GB

George Beres

George Beres

While the concept of foresight has long played an implicit role in the strategy field, theoretical challenges and empirical complexities have largely relegated it to an understudied enigma. However, recent theoretical and methodological advancements have empowered management scholars to begin rigorously examining the behavioral nuances of managerial foresight. In this PDW, we aspire to take stock of the current research and identify a future research agenda in terms of questions and methods by assembling a set of leading scholars with diverse perspectives and expertise. We anticipate the session will inspire spirited debate and provide continued direction around the existence, limitations, boundaries, measurement, and utility of managerial foresight across individuals, teams, and organizations. The event is poised not only to contribute to the theoretical and empirical foundations of managerial foresight but to also foster new connections, collaborations, and the formation of a dynamic community dedicated to advancing our understanding of this pivotal concept.