Evan Peterson

Evan Peterson is a Lecturer II in Business Law at the College of Business Administration, University of Detroit Mercy. He concurrently serves as the Arnold Jarboe Chair of Business Administration, Director of Undergraduate Business Programs, and Co-Director of the University Honors Program. He leads the Center for Practice & Research in Management & Ethics (PRIME Center) and has held full-time roles at the university since 2014. Previously, he practiced as a licensed attorney representing Michigan-based business clients.

• Education:
• B.S. in Business Administration (University of Detroit Mercy)
• M.B.A. (University of Detroit Mercy)
• J.D. (University of Detroit Mercy)
• Ph.D. in Management (Walden University)

His research focuses on the intersection of law, business strategy, and ethics, emphasizing socially responsible leadership and global organizational dynamics. Key interests include corporate governance, sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED), diversity's role in organizations, and the practical application of legal principles in business decision-making. He explores how legal frameworks influence corporate culture, market strategies, and interdisciplinary education through collaborations between law and business schools.

His publications reflect a thematic emphasis on legal compliance as a competitive advantage, ethical leadership, and the societal impact of business decisions. Articles consistently analyze regulatory environments, risk management, and globalization's effects on firms and their legal obligations.

• Scientific Awards: None explicitly listed in the provided texts.

In advising and grants, he is responsible for undergraduate program development and honors initiatives but no specific grant details are provided. His academic leadership roles include overseeing the PRIME Center, which focuses on management and ethics research, and fostering interdisciplinary education through JD/MBA programs.

He is actively involved in the University Honors Program and the PRIME Center, contributing to research teams exploring business ethics and global strategic challenges.