Benjamin Dow

Benjamin Dow is a Full-Time Faculty member at Southern Methodist University's McCombs School of Business, serving as Professor of Practice and Program Director for the Master of Science in Management. His work bridges evidence-based practices in organizational behavior, leadership, and conspiracy theories.

Education:

• PhD in Management from University of Texas at Austin, McCombs School of Business

Benjamin's research focuses on how leadership dynamics intersect with cultural factors and conspiratorial beliefs. His work examines the psychological underpinnings of organizational behavior, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, and how personal control and political identity shape trust and decision-making.

Publication Trends: Recent articles address the role of social media in spreading conspiracy theories during pandemics, the psychological drivers of conspiratorial beliefs, and the impact of political identity on leadership evaluations. These works span psychology, public health, and organizational behavior.