Cynthia Finger-Hoffman

Cynthia Finger-Hoffman is a Professor of Business at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) since 2024. Previously, she held roles including Management and learning design project work at HBC LLC (2023–24), Management Subject Matter Expert at Cengage Group (2021–23), and Business Faculty at Oakland Community College (2014–22). She has also served in academic and entrepreneurial roles across multiple institutions and organizations.

Education:

• Ph.D., Learning Design and Technology, Wayne State University
• M.B.A., Business Administration, Wayne State University
• B.S., Liberal Studies, University of Central Florida

Research & Interests: Cynthia focuses on integrating learning design with business management, entrepreneurship, and organizational development. Her work bridges educational technology and practical business strategies to enhance organizational performance and innovation.

Awards:

• 2011: Second Place and Best Presentation, Skandalaris Business Plan Competition (Eastern Michigan University)
• 2011: Semi-Finalist, DTE Clean Energy Prize (University of Michigan)
• 2010: First Place, EnGen Business Pitch Competition (Michigan State University)

Advising & Grants: As Entrepreneurial Programs Director at Automation Alley and Adams Entrepreneurial Fellow, she has supported startup initiatives and innovation-driven projects. She has managed national academic programs and led temporary COB roles at Florida State University.

Professional Affiliations: Member of The Mentoring Institute (University of New Mexico), International Society of Performance Improvement, Association for Talent Development, and Alliance for Excellence in Online Education.