Harvard Law Professor Jesse Fried Delivers Insightful Lecture on Corporate Governance at STL

On March 13, 2025, Jesse Fried, the William Nelson Cromwell Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, visited Peking University School of Transnational Law (STL) at the invitation of Professor Sang Yop Kang. Renowned globally for his expertise in corporate governance, Professor Fried delivered an engaging lecture titled "Conversation about Corporate Governance," providing STL faculty and students with a deep dive into contemporary issues in corporate governance.

The lecture, moderated by Professor Kang, attracted a diverse audience of faculty and students with a keen interest in corporate governance. During his presentation, Professor Fried shared his cutting-edge research, offering unique perspectives on executive compensation and governance practices, which prompted lively discussions and insightful questions from attendees.

Professor Fried is a leading authority in the field of corporate governance, with his research widely cited in both academic and legal circles. His influential book, Pay without Performance: The Unfulfilled Promise of Executive Compensation, co-authored with Professor Lucian Bebchuk, has received global recognition and has been translated into several languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, and Italian.