It has been the traditional belief that profits and ethics are at odds with each other in the world of business. Corporate governance appears to be a hindrance or a drag on profit maximization. This work shows that moral codes, public interest and social values pose no threat to profit...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide a bird's eye overview of the special issue and its significance. Design/methodology/approach – The paper reviews relevant topics and provide perspective. Findings – Critical areas and future focus are identified in the paper. Practical...