John Almandoz

John Almandoz is Professor in the Managing People in Organizations Department at IESE Business School, University of Navarra, where he holds the Juan Antonio Perez Lopez Chair. Based at IESE's New York campus, he teaches leadership and organizational behavior courses across MBA, Executive MBA, and Global Executive MBA programs. His academic journey spans prestigious institutions including Harvard University where he earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Sociology.

• Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior, Harvard University
• M.A. in Sociology, Harvard University
• MBA, Southern Methodist University
• B.A. in Economics, University of Dallas

Professor Almandoz's research explores institutional logics, social entrepreneurship, corporate governance, meaningful work, and leadership. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical business applications, particularly examining how organizations develop purpose-driven strategies that resonate with stakeholders. He investigates how institutional contexts shape organizational behavior, with special attention to the interplay between community missions and financial objectives in organizational founding teams.

His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward examining corporate purpose from multiple angles - both internal ('inside-out') and external ('outside-in') perspectives. The research demonstrates increasing focus on hybrid work models post-pandemic, human motivation in purpose-led organizations, and the strategic implications of institutional logics. His work appears across diverse publication formats from academic journals to practitioner-focused case studies and technical notes, indicating his commitment to bridging academic research with business practice.

• Juan Antonio Perez Lopez Chair
• Reviewer for Academy of Management Journal
• Reviewer for Administrative Science Quarterly
• Member of Academy of Management
• Member of American Sociology Association
• Member of European Group of Organizational Studies

Professor Almandoz actively mentors students across IESE's MBA programs while contributing to academic discourse through his role as reviewer for top management journals. His research portfolio reflects substantial grant activity focused on organizational purpose, leadership, and institutional dynamics. He frequently presents his work at international conferences including those at Harvard, MIT, and Oxford, demonstrating the global recognition of his scholarship. His industry experience in actuarial consulting, corporate banking, and non-profit management informs his practical approach to organizational behavior education.

Based at IESE Business School's New York campus, Professor Almandoz collaborates with a diverse team of researchers examining purpose-driven organizations. His work connects with IESE's broader mission of developing business leaders who create positive societal impact, contributing to organizational behavior research that emphasizes meaningful work and ethical leadership practices.