Andrea Caputo

Andrea Caputo is an Associate Professor of Economics and Management at the University of Trento. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rome Tor Vergata and has held academic roles at institutions including the University of Lincoln (UK) and Princess Sumayar University for Technology. His research focuses on entrepreneurship, conflict management, family business dynamics, and sustainable practices in SMEs. He has been a visiting professor at over 15 universities globally and serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Management & Organization and Director of the 'Entrepreneurial Behaviour' book series for Emerald Publishing.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics and Organizational Management (2013, University of Rome Tor Vergata)
• Specialist Laurea in Economics and Management (2009, University of Rome Tor Vergata)
• First-Level Laurea in Economics and Management (2007, University of Rome Tor Vergata)

Research interests span organizational behavior, knowledge management, crisis management, sustainable management, innovation, and negotiations. Methodologies include bibliometrics, structural equation modeling, and case studies. Recent work emphasizes cultural intelligence, digitalization, and intercultural conflict resolution in global business contexts.

His funded research includes grants from Horizon 2020 (€432K) for studying university innovation roles and UNESCO’s Sustainable Development Chair (€922.5K). Awards include Emerald’s 'Outstanding Reviewer' and 'Highly Commended Paper' accolades, plus a UK Higher Education Fellowship.

Award highlights:

• Emerald Literati Awards (2019, 2018, 2014)
• Best Young Research Paper (Italian Academy of Management, 2010)
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2016)

Grants and advising: Managed over €1.5M in research funds, including EU projects on industrial relations and sustainable development. His work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., Bourdieusian theory) with practical applications in family businesses and SMEs.