C. Chet Miller

C. Chet Miller is a Professor at the C.T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston. He has previously held faculty roles at Baylor University and Wake Forest University, where he served as Director of the Center for Executive Education and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, respectively. Miller is an active member of the Academy of Management and Strategic Management Society, with editorial board roles at multiple journals.

• Education: BA and PhD from the University of Texas

Research Interests focus on cognitive diversity in leadership, organizational control systems, strategic decision processes, and how organizations pursue seemingly impossible goals. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications in organizational adaptation and leadership development.

Recent Publications explore topics like stretch goals in uncertainty management, strategic dissent, and cognitive diversity among senior leaders. These works appear in top-tier journals such as Academy of Management Annals and Strategic Management Journal, reflecting his expertise in bridging organizational theory with real-world challenges.

Awards and Honors include the Outstanding Young Researcher Award (Baylor) and Best Paper Awards (Academy of Management Review, Academy of Management Annals). He has received teaching recognition from Wake Forest University, University of Houston, and Duke University, where he served as a guest instructor.

Professional Contributions extend to corporate organizations like ABB, Bank of America, and Krispy Kreme through executive development programs. His editorial roles and leadership in academic associations underscore his influence in organizational research and strategic management.