Kevin Rockmann
Professor of Management
George Mason University
krockma2@gmu.edu
https://kevinrockmann.com/
Related Research Interests
Kevin’s primary research area is psychological attachment and relationship formation, with a focus on how these dynamics shape work in organizations. He is particularly interested in theories of identity, social exchange, and motivation, and often studies distributed, virtual, on-demand, and other non-traditional work contexts — settings where relational ties are especially vital. His work highlights how managers and organizations can support not only individuals, but also the relational infrastructure through which task, creative, and citizenship work is accomplished.
Relevant Publications
- Rockmann, K.W., & Ballinger, G.B. (2017). Intrinsic Motivation and Organizational Identification Among On-Demand Workers. Journal of Applied Psychology, 102: 1305-1316.
- Rockmann, K.W., & Pratt, M.G. (2015). Contagious offsite work and the lonely office: The unintended consequences of distributed work. Academy of Management Discoveries, 1: 150-164.
- Ballinger, G.A., & Rockmann, K.W (2010). Chutes versus ladders: A punctuated-equilibrium perspective on social exchange relationships. Academy of Management Review, 35, 373-391.
