Jeff Stoltman

Jeff Stoltman is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business. With a career spanning over three decades at Wayne State, he has held leadership roles including Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs (2008–2011), Vice President for Marketing & Communications (1997–2001), and Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programs (2016–2023). He co-founded the Innovation Management Program at Syracuse University and spearheaded initiatives like the Detroit Revitalization Fellows Program and the MD/MBA dual degree with Wayne State’s School of Medicine.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Applied Social Psychology, Syracuse University (1984)
  • M.A., Psychology, Western Kentucky University (1980)
  • B.A., Psychology, Canisius College (1976)

Research Interests: Jeff’s work bridges marketing, law, and public policy, focusing on consumer safety, crisis communication, and organizational strategy. He explores relationship marketing, integrated communication, and economic development through both theoretical and applied lenses. His recent projects include the Business of Healthcare curriculum and dual-degree programs integrating business with medicine.

Scientific Contributions: His publications analyze marketing law, advertising ethics, and consumer behavior, with key works on excessive consumption, trademark dilution, and retailer responsibility for product safety. Notable awards include the Inspirational Teacher Award (2016).

• Leadership & Advisory Roles:
  • Co-led Detroit Revitalization Fellows Program (2010–2012)
  • Board Member, The Build Institute
  • Active consultant for 100+ organizations, including General Motors and Ford