Dr Catherine Magelssen studies multinational firm strategy, with particular interests in intra-firm structure, internal versus external firm contracting relationships, and firm response to environmental shocks. Her current research focuses on how firms develop, organize, and manage their intangible assets and the strategic implications for firm knowledge sharing, innovation, and growth. Dr Magelssen is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School. Prior to joining academia, she worked as an economic consultant where she managed global transfer pricing projects, advised multinational firms on the structuring of intra-firm relationships, valued intangible assets, and helped firms integrate global operations post-acquisition.