Prof. Donald R Lessard

EPOCH Foundation Professor of International Management and Engineering Systems, Emeritus
Professor of Global Economics and Management and Professor of Engineering Systems, Emeritus

Primary DLC

MIT Sloan School of Management

MIT Room: E62-467

Assistant

Sumaiya Rahman Haddad
sumaiyar@mit.edu

Areas of Interest and Expertise

International Corporate Strategy and Policy
Finance
Alliances
Capital Budgeting
Developing Countries
Global Strategy and Organization
Institutional Partnerships
Project Management (General)
Risk Management
Strategic Management
Sustainability
Behavioral and Policy Sciences (BPS)
Global Economics and Management (GEM)

Research Summary

Professor Lessard's projects include studies of the impacts of volatile exchange rates on firms, especially economic exposure associated with future revenues and costs; the intentional positioning and competitiveness of emerging financial centers; and the impact of complexity on the scope of firms and the desirability of joint ventures and other interdependent business arrangements.

Recent Work

  • Video

    2024 MIT Sustainability Conference: Panel - Triple Innovation for a Sustainable Future

    October 22, 2024Conference Video Duration: 32:16

    This session will explore the critical need for innovation across various sectors to enhance sustainability in industrial processes. Participants will examine the interplay between advanced technologies, progressive public policies, and innovative business models that can drive significant improvements in environmental performance. Through case studies and expert insights, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how integrating these elements can lead to transformative changes, ultimately fostering a more sustainable future for industries worldwide. Join us to uncover practical strategies and collaborative approaches that can facilitate this essential transition.