Jason Seidman

Jason Seidman serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor and Co-Director of Professional Development for the Strategy, Leadership and Analytics Minor (SLAM) at Tulane University. A third-generation entrepreneur, he holds a BA in Psychology from Loyola University New Orleans and a JD from Tulane University Law School. His professional background combines academia with extensive entrepreneurial ventures, including co-founding 52businesses (a project launching a new business weekly for a year) and founding NOLATech Week, a global tech showcase for New Orleans. He is also a business consultant, product manufacturer, and children’s book author (Benji the Beignet Saves Mardi Gras Day).

His research interests focus on entrepreneurship ecosystems, business strategy in emerging markets, and educational frameworks for leadership development. He actively supports startup culture through mentorship and community initiatives, having launched over 100 businesses and managed international manufacturing operations.

No academic awards are explicitly mentioned, though his entrepreneurial achievements highlight innovative contributions to local and global business landscapes. His professional development role in SLAM emphasizes bridging academic theory with practical business applications.