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Robert G Eccles is a Visiting Professor of Management Practice at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Previously, he held tenured positions at Harvard Business School and was a key figure in shaping corporate sustainability frameworks. He is the Founding Chairman of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and a founder of the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC). Currently, he serves on the board of the Mistra Centre for Sustainable Markets (MISUM) and the Advisory Board of the JANA Impact Capital Fund.
Education:
- SB in Mathematics and SB in Humanities and Science (1973), Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- AM (1975) and PhD in Sociology (1979), Harvard University
Research Interests: Robert focuses on integrating sustainability into corporate strategy, redefining corporate purpose beyond shareholder primacy, and advancing reporting standards. His work bridges academic theory and practical business applications, with a strong emphasis on long-term societal impact and ESG disclosures.
Notable Collaborations: He leads the Statement of Significant Audiences and Materiality Campaign alongside the American Bar Association’s Task Force on Sustainable Development, the UN Principles for Responsible Investment, and the UN Global Compact. These efforts aim to institutionalize sustainability as core to corporate governance by 2025.
Awards:
- Named one of the Top 100 Thought Leaders in Trustworthy Business Behavior (2011)
- Recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics (2014–2015)
- Honorary Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, his advisory roles and collaborations reflect extensive mentorship in sustainable finance and corporate strategy. He has contributed to major initiatives like the Ownership Project 2.0 and the Oxford Future of Finance and Technology Initiative.
Labs & Teams: Robert is affiliated with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC), and the Mistra Centre for Sustainable Markets (MISUM), driving global standards in sustainability reporting and governance.
