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Kendy Hess is a Senior Research Fellow at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and the Brake Smith Associate Professor of Ethics and Social Philosophy at the College of the Holy Cross. Her work bridges philosophy, business ethics, and political theory, focusing on the normative implications of corporate structures and environmental obligations. She holds a PhD in Philosophy (University of Colorado), MA (Northwestern University), and JD (Harvard Law School).
Education:
- PhD in Philosophy, University of Colorado
- MA, Northwestern University
- JD, Harvard Law School
Research Interests: Kendy’s scholarship examines competing conceptions of firms and business institutions, with a focus on ethical and political obligations. Her approach integrates liberal-arts methodologies, recognized by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant. She explores tensions between capitalism, environmental stewardship, and organizational responsibility.
Awards:
- Marfuggi Advising Award (2021)
- Graduate Teaching Excellence Award (2006-07)
She advises on pedagogy and ethics through roles like Vice Chair of the Native Plant Trust’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access initiatives and as Treasurer for the Society for Business Ethics. Her teaching spans Oxford’s MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized MSc programs, alongside courses in business ethics and environmental theory at the College of the Holy Cross.
