School of Business

Expertise

• Facilitation and Coaching
• Leadership
• Entrepreneurship

Interests

Teaching

• Professor Introduction – Summary
  Professor Jay brings a practice-based approach to leadership education grounded in real-world experience rather than abstract theory. He has taught leadership and entrepreneurship for over a decade and works professionally as a leadership consultant and coach, designing and delivering leadership and entrepreneurship development workshops for organizations around the world. His background includes experience in corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, executive coaching, and facilitation, and he intentionally brings this applied perspective into the classroom so students learn leadership and entrepreneurship as it is actually practiced.
  His teaching philosophy emphasizes experiential learning, reflection, and personal growth. Rather than positioning himself as the sole authority, he values the insight students bring and views the classroom as a collaborative learning environment. He believes college is fundamentally about becoming a better version of yourself, and development is inseparable from self-awareness, curiosity, and the willingness to try new behaviors.
  Students can expect a learning environment that is engaging, human-centered, and supportive, while still holding clear expectations around effort and accountability. Professor Jay takes student development seriously, focuses on coaching rather than lecturing, and aims to equip students with practical skills they can apply in teams, organizations, and life beyond the classroom.