Grant Rozeboom

Grant Rozeboom serves as TransAmerica Professor and Associate Professor of Business Ethics and Social Responsibility within the Leadership, Ethics, and Law Department at Saint Mary's College of California's School of Economics and Business Administration (SEBA). He also holds the position of Chair of the Core Curriculum Committee. His academic appointment places him at the intersection of business education and philosophical inquiry, where he contributes to both undergraduate and graduate programs through teaching and research. Rozeboom's work bridges theoretical philosophical frameworks with practical business applications, focusing particularly on ethical considerations in corporate environments and workplace relations.

Education:

• PhD in Philosophy, Stanford University (2015)
• BA in Philosophy, University of Northern Iowa (2008)

Rozeboom's research centers on business ethics, particularly corporate moral responsibility, and explores the intersection of moral and political philosophy with workplace dynamics. His work investigates how social norms and virtues can establish relations of equality in professional settings. Rozeboom examines concepts like relational equality, corporate moral credit, and the psychological dimensions of workplace interactions. His scholarship addresses fundamental questions about how organizations can foster environments that respect persons as equals, challenging traditional hierarchical structures while maintaining productivity and ethical integrity. This research connects philosophical theory with practical business applications, offering frameworks for more equitable workplace cultures.

Rozeboom's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the philosophical foundations of workplace equality and corporate responsibility. His work spans from theoretical examinations of relational equality to practical applications of ethical frameworks in business contexts. A notable trend is his exploration of "corporate moral credit" - how organizations can legitimately claim moral standing. His research also addresses behavioral aspects of workplace ethics, including studies on managerial nudges and the psychological dynamics of virtues and vices in professional settings. Rozeboom frequently examines how concepts from political philosophy, particularly egalitarian theories, can be applied to contemporary business challenges, creating a bridge between abstract philosophical inquiry and concrete organizational practices.

Scientific Awards:

• Outstanding Research Award (2023)
• Open Educational Resource for Social Justice Grant (2023)
• Dean's Summer Research Grant (2023)
• External Affiliate, Spanish Ministry of Science Grant (2023)

Rozeboom actively engages with students beyond the classroom, coaching Saint Mary's College's student team for the annual Lasallian Societal Impact Case Competition. His grant activities include the Open Educational Resource for Social Justice Grant, which focuses on creating accessible business ethics educational materials, and the External Affiliate grant from the Spanish Ministry of Science for research on "The Political Philosophy of Work." These funding sources support his commitment to making ethical business education more accessible while advancing theoretical understanding of workplace philosophy.

While not explicitly mentioned as leading a formal laboratory, Rozeboom participates in collaborative research initiatives, including the project "The Political Philosophy of Work" with scholars from the University of Barcelona and Pompeu Fabra University. He also organizes leadership development sessions focused on cultivating moral intelligence, indicating an active engagement with practical applications of his research through team-based educational initiatives.