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Cindy Schipani is the Merwin H. Waterman Collegiate Professor of Business Administration and Professor of Business Law at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. She holds a JD (Honors) from the University of Chicago and a BA (Honors) from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on corporate governance, gender diversity in leadership, fiduciary duties, and the role of business in fostering sustainable peace. She teaches courses on corporate governance, legal aspects of entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural negotiations.
- Education: JD (Honors), University of Chicago (1982); BA (Honors), Michigan State University (1979).
- Visiting appointments at institutions across Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Her research emphasizes pathways for women in leadership roles, corporate fiduciary duties, and the Volcker Rule’s impact on banking conflicts. She has published over 40 articles and a book, receiving awards like the Academy of Legal Studies in Business Distinguished Career Achievement Award and the University of Michigan Outstanding Mentor Award. Schipani frequently presents globally and serves as an expert witness in corporate governance cases.
Her work bridges legal, ethical, and global dimensions of business, with recent articles addressing insider trading reforms, gender equity in corporate boards, and post-#MeToo workplace dynamics. She advocates for mentorship programs and legal reforms to address systemic gender disparities.
- Awards: Distinguished Career Achievement Award, Ross Faculty Research Award, Mentorship Recognition.
- Grants: Multiple research grants supporting work on corporate governance and gender equity.
She collaborates with global teams on cross-cultural governance challenges and leads initiatives linking business practices to societal peace. Schipani’s research often highlights intersections between legal frameworks and organizational behavior, influencing both academic and policy spheres.
