Leading Strategist
Academic
Public Speaker
& Motorsport Authority

BUSINESS AND ACADEMIA IN THE FAST LANE

Paolo
Aversa

Dr Paolo Aversa, OSI, is Professor of Strategy
at King’s Business School - King’s College London.

He is known for combining sharp academic insight with real-world impact. His expertise focuses on innovation, technologies, industry dynamics, and business models, both in the physical and digital world.

He is internationally known as the leading academic expert in the world of Motorsport and Formula 1.

Prof. Aversa collaborates with companies, universities, institutions and policy makers. He often features in international press as well as in leading academic journals. He plays an active role in shaping the future of strategic management practice, research, and education through editorial positions, academic publications and executive impact.

He is the proud and loving dad of a beautiful little boy called Lars.

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In the spotlight

Here, you'll find information about Prof. Aversa’s upcoming events, recent publications, media appearances, public recognitions, and more.

Whether you're a longtime follower or just discovering his work, this is where you can stay in the loop and be the first to know what’s next.

Recent Event

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Professional Development Workshop:
“Using Sports Data to Advance Management Theory”

at the 2025 Academy of Management Annual Conference, Copenhagen

Saturday, July 26th 2025
at Bella Center
in Hall D-D3-m11
12:00PM - 3:00PM CEST (GMT+2/UTC+2)

Media in the Spotlight

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New interview in the Financial Times


Professor Aversa was interviewed on the performance and organizational consequences of the recent firing of Red Bull Racing’s CEO, Christian Horner.

Research in the Spotlight

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New Special Issue: Exploring new playing fields: Sports settings and management theorizing.


The opening piece of the AMD Special Issue on “Sports” has been published.

Coauthored by: Aversa, P., Moliterno, T. P., Rockmann, K. W., Bothner, M., Sharapov, D., & Eckardt, R.

2025, Academy of Management Discoveries. In Press.

Award in the Spotlight

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Prof Paolo Aversa awarded the Star of Italy Knighthood


The Order honours individuals who have excelled in the promotion of Italian national prestige, fostering friendly relations and co-operation with other countries.

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Public Speaking

Professor Aversa brings strategy to life with energy, insight, and a good dose of humor. Whether he’s speaking to business leaders, creatives, or academics, he breaks down complex ideas into clear, actionable stories—often drawing on his research in sports, innovation, and high-performance environments. He’s delivered keynotes and talks around the world, from global conferences to boardrooms, helping audiences rethink how strategy works in the real world.

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Advisory

Professor Aversa works with companies looking to sharpen their strategy, navigate change, or stay ahead of the curve. His clients range from fast-moving startups to established global firms, especially in sectors like sports, tech, and creative industries. With a mix of academic insight and practical know-how, Paolo helps leadership teams make smarter decisions, challenge assumptions, and build for the long term..

Academia

Paolo is a Professor of Strategy at King’s College London and Visiting Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics. His research looks at how innovation, competition, and performance play out in fast-paced industries—like Formula 1, technology, and sports. He publishes in top journals, mentors students and execs, and plays an active role in shaping the future of management research through editorial boards and international networks.

Media Engagement

With his background in communication and media training, Paolo is a go-to expert for outlets looking to make sense of business, strategy, and the sports industry. He’s appeared on major platforms like the BBC, Bloomberg, and Sky, CNBC, offering sharp, accessible insights on everything from corporate shakeups to Formula 1 strategy. Whether it’s live TV or print interviews, Paolo brings clarity, context, research, and a bit of edge to the conversation.

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Get in touch with Paolo

info@paoloaversa.com