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David Gras
CSEE Co-Director, Associate Professor and Ed Boling Business Faculty Research Fellow
Dr. David Gras holds a PhD in Entrepreneurship from Syracuse University, an MS in Marketing from Clemson University, and a BA in Management from Texas A&M University. His research focuses on the antecedents of business performance and competitive advantage. Within these areas, Dr. Gras explores the financial impacts of corporate social responsibility, new venture diversification, strategic decisions, and entrepreneurial characteristics. Dr. Gras has taught numerous classes in entrepreneurship (e.g. introduction to entrepreneurship; opportunity recognition; values-centered entrepreneurship) and strategic management at the University of Connecticut, Syracuse University, and Texas Christian University.
Awards & Honors
Media & Press Releases
- Haslam Summer Scholars Research Awards Provide Grants for 45 Leading Faculty
- Haslam Student Helps Ukrainian Children Tell Their Stories
- Haslam Summer Scholars Research Awards Top $1M in Funding
- 42 Faculty Members Receive Haslam Summer Scholars Research Awards
- The Haslam College of Business welcomes sixteen new faculty members