Philip Rosen­baum

I study how parenthood, gender, and institutions interact to shape economic behavior, inequality, and corporate responsibility. My work investigates the “child penalty” — how becoming a parent affects one’s labor market outcomes — exploring both biological and adopted parenthood, timing of first childbirth, and even comparisons through same-sex couples. I also examine how CEO education and firm leadership influence environmental impact and firms’ internal working environments. 

At its core, my research aims to equip policymakers, organizations, and society with insights to design fairer parental leave legislation, reduce disparities tied to gender and family structure, and encourage sustainable, inclusive leadership. I’m driven by a vision where economic opportunity is not curtailed by parenthood or gender, and where corporate strategies align with societal welfare.