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John A. Davis serves as Professor of Practice and Director of the Center for Sustainable Business Practices at the University of Oregon's Lundquist College of Business. He holds affiliations with the Department of Management, Oregon MBA program, and Oregon Executive MBA program. With extensive experience bridging academia and industry, Davis brings practical insights to sustainable business practices, leadership development, and brand strategy. His work focuses on transforming organizations to become forces for social and economic good in an era of global crises.
Davis holds an MBA from Columbia University (1990) and a BA from Stanford University (1982). His academic foundation combines business strategy with broader social perspectives, informing his approach to sustainable business practices and leadership development.
- MBA, Columbia University, 1990
- BA, Stanford University, 1982
Professor Davis specializes in business sustainability, international brand strategy, and leadership development. His research examines how organizations can transform themselves to create meaningful social and economic value beyond traditional profit metrics. He explores the intersection of branding, marketing, and sustainability, particularly how sports marketing can build brand value while addressing societal challenges. His work emphasizes practical frameworks for organizational transformation in times of crisis.
His current research focuses on "radical business" approaches that position companies as forces for good. This includes studying leadership behaviors of top performers and how organizations can measure value creation across multiple dimensions. Davis investigates how businesses can navigate turbulent global conditions while maintaining ethical commitments and social responsibility.
Davis's recent publications reveal a strong focus on business transformation in the face of global crises. His work spans sustainable business practices, leadership development, and brand strategy. A significant theme throughout his writing is the need for businesses to evolve from merely making goods to becoming forces for social and economic good. His research shows a progression from traditional marketing and branding topics toward more comprehensive frameworks for organizational transformation.
His most recent work, including the 2024 article "Value in Stories: Realising the Benefits of the Olympic Games," demonstrates his continued interest in how major global events can create lasting value. The breadth of his publications across journals like Harvard Business Review, Dialogue Review, and CEO Today Magazine indicates his ability to translate academic insights into practical business applications across multiple industries and regions.
Professor Davis has received numerous teaching and professional awards recognizing his contributions to business education and practice:
- James E. Reinmuth First-Year MBA Teaching Excellence Award, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon, 2024–2025
- James E. Reinmuth Second-Year MBA Teaching Excellence Award, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon, 2024–2025
- Business Advisory Council Teaching Award, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon, Spring 2012
- Best Professor in Marketing Award, Asia's Best B-School Awards, CMO Asia, 2010
- Multiple Dean's Teaching Honors (top 20 faculty overall) at Singapore Management University (2004-2009)
- Most Inspiring Professor Award, Singapore Management University, 2007
While not explicitly mentioned as having formal advisees in the text, Davis has extensive experience mentoring executives and business leaders through his role as Chair of BrandNewView, a leadership development firm. His professional leadership includes guiding CEOs and organizational leaders worldwide in transformation initiatives. Davis has secured significant engagement contracts through BrandNewView, including work with major corporations like IBM, Visa, and Harris Corporation, where his strategic planning workshops reportedly generated $425 million in new business.
His research has been supported through his academic positions and consulting engagements, allowing him to investigate sustainable business models and leadership practices across multiple continents. Davis's work bridges academic research and practical application, with his frameworks being implemented in organizations worldwide to drive meaningful change.
Davis leads the Center for Sustainable Business Practices at the University of Oregon, which serves as a hub for research and initiatives focused on sustainable business models. He also chairs BrandNewView, a global leadership development and organization transformation firm that works directly with CEOs and leaders worldwide. Through these platforms, Davis collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement strategies that position businesses as forces for social and economic good.
