Ray Reagans

Ray Reagans is the Alfred P. Sloan Professor of Management and Professor in the Work and Organization Studies Group at MIT Sloan School of Management. He also serves as the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. His research focuses on social networks, demographic diversity's impact on team performance, and organizational climate effects on equity. Reagans holds a BA in sociology and economics from Brown University and a PhD in sociology from the University of Chicago.

Education:

• B.A., Sociology and Economics, Brown University
• PhD, Sociology, University of Chicago

Research Interests: Dr. Reagans explores how demographic factors (age, gender, race) influence interpersonal relationships and team dynamics. His work examines social capital's role in team performance, knowledge sharing via networks, and organizational strategies to enhance diversity and inclusion. Recent studies address climate and culture's impact on retention and performance of underrepresented groups.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2022 AOM Fellow for contributions to management science
• 2022 MIT Teaching with Digital Technology Award

Grants & Advising: While specific grants aren't listed, his DEI leadership role and research indicate involvement in institutional initiatives. No advisee names were provided in the text.

Labs & Initiatives: Affiliated with the MIT Leadership Center and involved in system dynamics approaches to DEI. His work appears in journals like Organization Science and Social Networks.