About
Ajay Mehra serves as the Chellgren Endowed Chair and Professor at the Gatton College of Business and Economics, University of Kentucky, where he holds office 335A with direct contact at 859-257-8268. He actively contributes to the academic community as a board member of LINKS, a specialized center for social network analysis advancing scientific and practical applications in organizational contexts.
His educational foundation includes:
- PhD, Pennsylvania State University (1998)
- MBA, Temple University (1992)
- BA, Mansfield University (1989)
Dr. Mehra's research program critically examines psychological mechanisms shaping social network perception and construction within workplace environments. His interdisciplinary work bridges organizational behavior theory with network science, demonstrating how structural connectivity drives innovation processes and enhances employee psychological safety. This expertise translates into global consulting engagements where he implements network-based interventions for Fortune 500 companies and international organizations seeking competitive advantage through human capital optimization.
His scholarly influence extends through editorial leadership at premier journals including the Academy of Management Review, Administrative Science Quarterly, and British Journal of Management.
Key recognition includes:
- University of Kentucky Alumni Association's Great Teacher award for pedagogical excellence
Through the LINKS Center (www.linkscenter.org), Dr. Mehra leads collaborative initiatives developing cutting-edge network analytics frameworks used by multinational corporations to redesign team structures, optimize knowledge flow, and cultivate innovation ecosystems grounded in empirical social science.
