The Impact of Corporate Psychopathy on Organizations

I advise that all participants read the article Corporate Psychopaths and Misconduct from Auburn University’s Center for Ethical Organizational Cultures prior to joining the discussion. Please refer to the Resources section below.

Join us for a compelling and thought-provoking discussion on The Impact of Corporate Psychopathy on Organizations, an event that explores how psychopathic traits in corporate settings influence leadership, ethical conduct, and organizational outcomes. Drawing on the foundational analysis in Corporate Psychopaths and Misconduct from Auburn University’s Center for Ethical Organizational Cultures, we will examine how individuals with psychopathic characteristics—who may lack empathy and disregard legal and ethical norms—are drawn to positions of authority and the consequences this has for companies and stakeholders.

Participants will gain insights into the behavioral dynamics that enable corporate psychopaths to advance in leadership, the heightened risk of misconduct and white-collar crime, and the broader implications for corporate governance, culture, and ethical decision-making.

This event is ideal for business leaders, HR professionals, ethics officers, organizational psychologists, and anyone interested in safeguarding organizational integrity and promoting ethical workplaces. Join us for an engaging session that bridges theory and practical awareness of one of today’s most significant yet under-examined challenges in organizational life.

• Resources

https://harbert.auburn.edu/binaries/documents/center-for-ethical-organizational-cultures/debate_issues/corporate-psychopathy.pdf