Roger Martin is a distinguished academic, author, and business strategist widely recognized for his influential work on management practices, business design, and competitiveness. He served as the Dean of the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto from 1998 to 2013, where he played a pivotal role in transforming the institution into a global leader in innovative management education.
Martin's research and writing focus on integrative thinking, business design, strategy, and the role of corporations in society. He is the author of several bestselling books, including "The Opposable Mind," "Playing to Win" (co-authored with A.G. Lafley), and "When More is Not Better," which collectively offer insights into how leaders can navigate complex problems and foster sustainable growth in the modern economy.
His concepts of design thinking and integrative thinking have influenced a generation of business leaders and strategists, encouraging a more holistic approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Martin has been named multiple times to the Thinkers50, a ranking of the world's most influential business thinkers, and continues to contribute to the discourse on how businesses can balance efficiency with resilience and innovation for long-term success.
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