He studies organizations and work, with a focus on organizational and industrial dynamics in cultural industries. In addition to theoretical work on the role of history in organizational dynamics, his empirical research has focused on the emergence and consolidation of the radio broadcasting industry, and the decline of soap operas in the U.S. In addition, he studies entrepreneurship and employment flexibility, and has written on teaching and pedagogy. He received his PhD in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.