Kevin Chen

Kevin D. Chen is an Assistant Professor in the Accounting Area at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. His research interests include disclosure and financial reporting, corporate governance, and corporate bankruptcy & restructuring. His research in corporate bankruptcy has provided some of the first evidence on how the disclosure of economic interests by creditors affects bankruptcy outcomes. His work in corporate governance has examined issues such as board composition, shareholder voting, board committees, and executive compensation. Kevin obtained his BA in Economics and Mathematics (summa cum laude) from the University of Pennsylvania in 2017 and his PhD in Accounting from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2022.

Kevin D. Chen is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Duke University, specializing in Disclosure and Financial Reporting, Corporate Bankruptcy, and Corporate Governance. His research explores how corporate governance structures influence shareholder satisfaction, board committee design, and executive compensation. Chen's work also examines the role of voluntary disclosure in mitigating financial crises and enhancing transparency during bankruptcy. His studies highlight the interplay between board composition, information sharing, and ownership dynamics in shaping corporate accountability. By analyzing the consequences of position disclosure and the impact of passive funds on governance, Chen contributes to understanding how firms balance transparency with strategic communication.