Michael A. Roberto

Roberto investigates leadership dynamics and strategic decision-making to equip leaders with tools that enhance organizational creativity and avoid decision-making pitfalls. By examining high-profile organizational failures like the Columbia Space Shuttle disaster, he sheds light on how social and cognitive processes in senior management teams can lead to either success or failure. Therefore, his work is instrumental for leaders seeking to recognize and mitigate hidden threats within organizations.\n\nRoberto’s methodological approach combines rigorous academic research with engaging multimedia content. This includes producing three best-selling lecture series and authoring books like "Unlocking Creativity," which explores overcoming mindsets that inhibit innovation. His style, therefore, is not only scholarly but also accessible, as he draws on vivid examples from various fields to illustrate complex psychological and organizational dynamics. This approach benefits leaders and managers by fostering creativity and critical thinking, empowering them to promote organized dissent and avoid groupthink.\n\nRecognized as a leading case study author, Roberto has contributed extensively to practical leadership education. His cases on companies like Boeing and Trader Joe's demonstrate his ability to translate academic insights into actionable strategies for the business world. His multimedia teaching tools, such as the award-winning Everest Leadership and Team Simulation, further cement his reputation as an innovator in management education. Through these contributions, he impacts both the academic and business communities by providing practical solutions to enhance decision-making and leadership efficacy.