Journal Articles
This section contains executive summaries of Erika's academic journal articles. You may request a copy of the full article as published in the respective publication through the Contact page on this Web site.
When Firms Fail to Learn: The Perpetuation of Discrimination in the Workplace
April 15th, 2009“When Firms Fail to Learn: The Perpetuation of Discrimination in the Workplace,” by Lynn Perry Wooten and Erika Hayes James, suggests that workplace diversity is on the rise, and illustrates ways in which firms may fail to learn how to manage diversity challenges. One such challenge is discrimination and the lawsuits that result from it.
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Race-Related Differences in Promotions and Support: Underlying Effects of Human and Social Capital
April 2nd, 2009“Race-Related Differences in Promotions and Support: Underlying Effects of Human and Social Capital,” by Erika Hayes James, examines possible explanations for racial disparity between black and white managers. The study asks whether there are work-related experiences and outcomes that differ in the two groups and what might account for them.
Leading Teams in Crisis Situations: From Chaos to Extraordinary Performance
April 2nd, 2009“Leading Teams in Crisis Situations: From Chaos to Extraordinary Performance,” by Erika Hayes James and Lynn Perry Wooten, delves into the successful leadership of crisis management teams.
SHE’-E-Os: Gender Effects and Investor Reactions to the Announcements of Top Executive Appointments
April 2nd, 2009“SHE’-E-Os: Gender Effects and Investor Reactions to the Announcements of Top Executive Appointments,” by Peggy M. Lee and Erika Hayes James, is a study that explores the relationship between announcements of CEO appointments and investor reactions, and particularly the influence of CEO gender on that relationship.
Diversity Crisis: How Firms Manage Discrimination Lawsuits
April 2nd, 2009“Diversity Crisis: How Firms Manage Discrimination Lawsuits,” by Erika Hayes James and Lynn Perry Wooten, identifies firm strategies for handling different types of class-action discrimination lawsuits, including race, sex, disability, religion, and sexual harassment. Because of the detrimental effects of class-action lawsuits on firms, and the increasing diversity represented in today’s organizations, the authors focus on this particular threat. When an organization’s reputation is attacked by multiple allegations of discrimination, the implications can be financial, strategic, and procedural. Specifically, a company will have substantial legal expenses, public relations difficulties, and possibly organizational restructuring as a result of such a lawsuit.