Adolf Berle

Adolf Berle was an influential American lawyer and scholar who played a key role in analyzing the relationship between corporate power and democracy. He is best known for co-authoring "The Modern Corporation and Private Property" in 1932, which examined how large corporations wield significant influence and can disconnect ownership from control. Berle's work helped shape ideas about corporate governance, highlighting the need for regulations to ensure responsible management. His insights remain important in discussions about the balance of power between corporations, their executives, shareholders, and society.