Rebecca Henderson

Dr. Rebecca Henderson, the John and Natty McArthur University Professor at Harvard University, is a renowned researcher specializing in the private sector's role in fostering a sustainable economy. Her work delves into the dynamics of organizational commitment, innovation, and productivity in high-performing entities. She is an acclaimed educator, notably teaching the MBA class 'Reimagining Capitalism,' subsequently adapted into a book. Dr. Henderson holds a Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard, complementing her background in Mechanical Engineering from MIT. She has served as a professor at MIT's Sloan School of Management for over two decades and is affiliated with prestigious organizations like the National Bureau of Economic Research, the British Academy, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Additionally, she has contributed her expertise as a board member for companies like Amgen, IDEXX Laboratories, and CERES.