The genesis of this book can be traced over many years as several of us at the Academic Collection strove to define the very rich topic of collecting strategic management aid in a way that could be embraced by both specialists and a curious general public. As is always the case in bringing a publication of this kind to light, many individuals and organizations should be acknowledged and thanked. Research insights were invaluable in setting us on a path to successfully organizing the presentations and later the chapters of our book.