15.05.2024Exchange at European-University Viadrina

Earlier this week, we engaged in a stimulating academic and personal exchange in Frankfurt (Oder) with Jochen Koch's Chair of Management and Organization at European-University Viadrina.

Upon arriving on Monday morning under sunny skies, we were welcomed into the Reflectory, a beautifully creative space at the university. Over light refreshments, we had the opportunity to catch up on the latest news and get to know the university. The day was packed with insightful presentations and vibrant discussions on topics like inclusion in Open Strategy, threats to entrepreneurial opportunities, coordination through space, and the societal impacts of Facebook. These sessions were interspersed with short breaks, fostering further dialogue. Our day concluded with a joint dinner in Poland, followed by a joint stay at a local hotel.

Tuesday’s agenda continued with more enriching discussions on topics such as the degeneration of communicative culture, opening ethnography, boundary-spanning teams, and linking macro phenomena to micro-strategizing. During lunch, we listened to AI-composed Strategy-as-Practice songs and viewed videos about the creation of the Reflectory, featuring music by Jochen himself.

It was a fantastic opportunity to share our research and explore future collaborations. We extend our big "Thank you" to Jochen Koch, Lorenzo Skade, Elisa Lehrer, and Miriam Büxenstein for their exceptional organization and hospitality. The insights and inspiration we gained from our time at Viadrina are invaluable. We already keenly anticipate the next Chair meeting and wish everyone all the best with their ongoing research.