IMD Peter Lorange Family Business Professor Marleen Dieleman has been selected for the 2026 Thinkers50 Radar List, which recognizes 30 experts expected to shape the future of management and business.
An expert on emerging market enterprises, Dieleman’s research focuses on family business governance, strategy, innovation, and internalization, as well as state-owned enterprises and their relationship with governments.
She is an award-winning teacher and case writer with a strong focus on family business succession, strategy, and governance in Asia. A frequent speaker and consultant, she has worked with numerous Asian family firms, helping them preserve their long-lasting legacy.
“Being part of the 30 global thinkers-to-watch is a tremendous honor. It highlights the importance of a deep understanding of business families as a driver of economic growth and social impact in Asia,” shares Dieleman. “I am confident that this recognition will help us further strengthen our research and make our learning journeys for business families at IMD even more impactful.”
Since 2016, the Thinkers50 community has selected a cohort of 30 global experts whose ideas are set to influence management thinking.
Last year, IMD Professor of Digital Strategy José Parra Moyano was named on the 2025 Thinkers50 Radar list for his impactful work on AI, strategy, and innovation.
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