About
Wesley Helms is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management and a Goodman Social Innovation Research Scholar at the Goodman School of Business, Brock University. His research focuses on organizational behavior, stigma studies, institutional theory, and strategic management. He explores topics such as workplace stigma, deviance, social control mechanisms, and the impact of stigma on organizations and markets.
Key research interests include the dynamics of stigma disclosure in organizations, the economic consequences of stigma, and the application of social control theories in digital contexts. Helms has contributed to understanding how organizations navigate stigma through managerial strategies and institutional frameworks. His work often bridges organizational theory with practical implications for management and policy.
Recent publications highlight his exploration of disability stigma in workplaces, the social control of deviant behavior, and the role of stigma in shaping organizational outcomes. His scholarship also extends to strategic advantages derived from community practices and the ethical dimensions of social enterprises.
Helms’ research has been published in high-impact journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in organizational studies and strategic management. He currently holds affiliations within the Goodman School of Business, contributing to both academic and applied initiatives in social innovation.
