UW News
Weili Ge
February 8, 2023
Prosocial CEOs increase company value, stakeholder satisfaction
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New research from Weili Ge, professor of accounting at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, found that CEOs who engage in prosocial behavior — activities that primarily help others — are more likely to make decisions that benefit people and increase company value.