Stephen Downing

Stephen Downing is an Assistant Professor in the Management Department at the University of Missouri's Robert J. Trulaske, Sr., College of Business. His research focuses on how organizations navigate competitive environments through inter-organizational networks, technological change, and market signals. He holds a Ph.D. from National Chiao Tung University (2020) and has visited Mays Business School (Texas A&M) and Gatton College of Business (University of Kentucky). Prior to academia, he managed regional sales for a surveillance hardware firm and co-founded a B2B SaaS startup in Taiwan.

Education includes a Ph.D. and M.B.A. from National Chiao Tung University (2020, 2012) and a B.A. from Tulane University (2008). His work bridges strategy and entrepreneurship, emphasizing competitive dynamics and nonmarket interactions. Key themes in his research include causal inference methods, factor market blind spots, and the role of language in signaling competitive intent. His articles span outlets like the Academy of Management Journal, exploring topics from structural balance in competition to ESG rating evolution.

No scientific awards are listed, though his recent publications indicate active engagement with cutting-edge strategic management topics. His advising and grants section remains unspecified in the provided text. Downing’s work integrates both qualitative and quantitative analyses, reflecting his prior industry experience in sales and startup leadership.