Title: Professor and Author
Company: University of Michigan
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Kim S. Cameron, PhD, author and professor at the University of Michigan, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for dedication, achievements, and leadership in academia.
With nearly four decades of experience, Mr. Cameron has established a career in publishing and teaching. He specializes in positive leadership, organizational change, and creating virtuous organizational cultures. He has held a distinguished tenure at the University of Michigan, where he has excelled as a professor since 1984. Additionally, he has served as a professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and as a dean at Case Western Reserve University and Brigham Young University.
Mr. Cameron’s written works include authoring and co-authoring publications such as “Positively Energizing Leadership: Virtuous Actions and Relationships That Create High Performance,” “Developing Management Skills,” “Positive Leadership: Strategies for Extraordinary Performance,” and “Making the Impossible Possible: Leading Extraordinary Performance — The Rocky Flats Story.” He has also been invited to conduct workshops in Munich and teach in Barcelona. Presently, he is completing the 11th edition of his textbook, “Developing Management Skills,” which is widely used in undergraduate and master’s level classes. Laying a solid foundation for his future successes, Mr. Cameron earned a Bachelor of Science in sociology in 1970 and a Master of Science in social psychology in 1971, both from Brigham Young University. He went on to earn a Master of Arts in administrative sciences in 1976 and a PhD in Administrative Science in 1978, both in 1978.
Dr. Cameron takes great pride in co-founding the Center for Positive Organizational Scholarship at the University of Michigan. This facility serves as a comprehensive resource on positive organizations and leadership, offering a wealth of information, including syllabi, speeches, videos, and articles. In recognition of his impressive contributions, he has been honored as a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar, a fellow with the Chinese National Higher Education Commission, received an Outstanding Educator Award, and was elected as a fellow of the Academy of Management. Additionally, he serves as a consultant and teaches in programs designed for leaders of national intelligence agencies, occasionally delivering lectures to organizations such as the FBI.
Throughout his career, Dr. Cameron has learned that pursuing fame or recognition is insignificant compared to the fulfillment he finds in helping others flourish and enabling organizations to exceed expectations. Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself to fostering respect, justice, and compassion. Over the past two decades, his research has focused on proving that these virtues offer tangible benefits, such as increased profitability, enhanced customer loyalty, and improved employee retention.
Dr. Cameron attributes his success to the wonderful support system provided by his colleagues and family. His future plans include revising his existing published books, with a focus on completing one by the end of the month. He has also been asked to prepare a second edition of the Oxford Handbook on Positive Organizational Scholarship. Dr. Cameron intends to continue his professional efforts to impact more organizations and leaders. He firmly believes he will never retire in the traditional sense, hoping to remain active and engaged in his work indefinitely. Additionally, he plans to write a book for his family, encompassing key life lessons, inspirational incidents, and meaningful reflections, aiming to create a cherished addition to each of his children’s bookshelves. In his personal life, he is a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints. He enjoys participating in church activities, coaching youth in athletics, and volunteering with various organizations.
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