The AOM STR Membership Engagement Committee is excited to welcome you to Boston for AOM 2023. Please join us and your fellow Academy members for our fun social events during your time in Boston. Events are open to everyone regardless of division.
STR Division Engagement Event: Experience Fenway Park with Boston Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Fenway Park, 4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215
Friday, August 4th 7:10 PM (Please arrive early to soak in the atmosphere and find your fellow STR division members.)
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Fenway Park, the historic home of the Boston Red Sox, as we bring together members of the STR division during the AOM conference in Boston. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of America's oldest ballpark and enjoy a thrilling match-up between the Boston Red Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays. During this social event, you'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow STRers, network, and make new friends while experiencing the excitement of Major League Baseball. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the Red Sox or the Blue Jays, this event is the perfect way to support your favorite team while building lasting relationships within the STR community. Please note that tickets to the game are not included and will need to be purchased separately. However, we're here to assist you in securing your tickets in advance if you are certain to attend.
Registration: https://forms.gle/vkfVhpK77X6e6Yzo7
Questions: Please contact Carlos Inoue at cinoue@illinois.edu.
STR Happy Hour at the Esplanade
Night Shift Esplanade (Access using the Dartmouth Street footbridge over Storrow Dr.)
Saturday, August 5th 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Join us for a happy hour at the Night Shift beer garden, located in a park on the Charles River less than a mile walk from the convention center. Beverages available for purchase. A group will meet outside the Huntington Ave entrance of Westin Copley Place and begin walking to the beer garden at 3:15 PM.
Registration and Questions: Please contact Keith Pennington at keith.pennington@uconn.edu.
STRun
Boston-Side of Harvard Bridge
Sunday, August 6th 7:00 AM
STRunners, our time has come! Join the STR Division in a fun and scenic run alongside the famous Charles River. Beyond the endorphin boost to kick-start your Sunday morning, you will have the opportunity to connect with your fellow STR runners while enjoying a unique view of Boston's skyline and historical bridges. We will meet at 7am in the Boston-side of Harvard Bridge; this is a 15-min walk from the Marriot Copley Palace. For those runners who would like to get there together, there will be a group leaving Marriot Copley Palace at 6:45AM. The track will be a loop from Harvard Bridge, crossing River Street Bridge to Cambridge, then running back along the water to Harvard Bridge. It should take between 35min and 45min at a light running pace. Look forward to running together!
Registration: Sign up in the STRava running group to follow the event: strava.app.link/NP9sBDrckBb.
Questions: Please contact Thomaz Teodorovicz tt.si@cbs.dk or Aldona Kapacinskaite aldona.kapacinskaite@unibocconi.it.
STR Coffee with the Editor
Sunday, August 6th 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Westin Copley Place Lobby
Meet us over a good cup of coffee for a Q&A on current topics and publishing at Organization Science with Professor John Joseph, Senior Editor at Organization Science.
Registration and Questions: Please contact Dimo Ringov at dimo.ringov@esade.edu.
AOM Soccer Cup: Join us for a Fun-Filled Pick-Up Soccer Event!
Sunday, August 6th 10:00 AM
65 North Harvard St. Boston, MA 02163
Lace up your boots and get ready for the AOM Soccer Cup, a thrilling pick-up soccer event that brings together soccer aficionados from the AOM conference. Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking to socialize with fellow soccer enthusiasts, this event is perfect for everyone. Join us on the field for an exciting game of soccer, where you can engage in friendly competition, build connections, and strengthen relationships within the STR community. Show off your skills, support your teammates, and experience the joy of playing the beautiful game alongside like-minded professionals. After the game, we invite you to stay and join us for a post-game lunch at a nearby location, where you can continue the camaraderie and connect with fellow members of the STR Division.
We extend our gratitude to Professor Karim Lakhani, who has secured one of Harvard's fields exclusively for our event, ensuring a top-notch playing experience. This event is organized by Andrea Contigiani, Leo Pongeluppe, and Sam MacAulay.
Registration: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Uf1OJ7jSnjViPs
Questions: Please contact Carlos Inoue at cinoue@illinois.edu.