Understanding how a leader’s blend of power and benevolence can predict their leadership success will be the focus of an upcoming talk by an international guest speaker.

Shaul Oreg, Professor of Organizational Behaviour at the Hebrew University Business School in Israel, will discuss how organizations are shaped as a reflection of their leaders’ personalities. The talk takes place Friday, Sept. 29 as part of the Goodman School of Business’ Luncheon Speaker Series.

Oreg studies individual differences within social and organizational contexts. His primary focus is to unravel the profound impact of traits and values on how people think and act, especially when it comes to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of organizational change.

He is the former assistant editor of Personnel Psychology, a well renowned researcher in the field of organizational behaviour, the co-author of Resistance to Innovation and co-editor of The Psychology of Organizational Change. His research has been published in many academic journals, including the Academy of Management Annals, Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, and Personnel Psychology.

The Luncheon Speaker Series provides Goodman faculty, staff and students with an informal opportunity to discuss recent advances in research, teaching and practices with business colleagues. The talk will run from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in Sankey Chamber.

The event is open to everyone and anyone interesting in attending can RSVP to Jennifer Smith at jsmith2@brocku.ca to reserve a seat.