Emergence of the Sharing Economy: Definitions, Institutions, Implications for Management Research

In this panel symposium, we aim to stimulate a rich discussion on the definition, regulation, and research implications of the Sharing Economy (SE). SE platforms such as Airbnb, Blablacar, and Uber have recently disrupted the competitive landscape across a range of industries, where participants routinely share commodities such as spare rooms, cars, tools, and even food with fellow participants. The value proposition of these platforms brings...