16th Tinbergen Institute Annual Conference: Morals, Purpose and Impact in Markets and Organizations

Introduction

In developed economies, the role of organizations appears to be extending beyond profit maximization to encompass broader societal impact goals. At the same time, people’s morals are shaped in competitive market interactions.

The purpose of this conference is to gather researchers whose recent projects examine either the role of organizations, beyond their primary profit-maximizing purpose, or how organizations use purpose and societal impact goals to maximize profits. We are interested in research investigating how organizations use purpose and societal impact motives to create value for employees, consumers, and shareholders. The conference will examine how organizations integrate social and environmental considerations into their economic strategies and how different stakeholders (employees, consumers, shareholders) react to such behaviors.

We are also interested in research investigating how markets shape people’s morals, and research investigating people’s willingness to accept interventions that are meant to mitigate negative external effects of behavior.

Program and Registration

Program and registration will be announced in the spring of 2025. This year marks the 16th edition of the Tinbergen Institute Annual Conference series. Browse previous editions to explore past topics and key highlights.

Confirmed Speakers

Organizing Committee

Anne Boring (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Theo Offerman (University of Amsterdam)
Christina Rott (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)

Co-organizers
Dana Sisak  (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Arjan Non  (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Andreas Ziegler (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)