Joe Sprangel

Joe Sprangel serves as an Associate Professor of Business Administration and department co-chair at Mary Baldwin University's College of Business and Professional Studies. He teaches MBA and undergraduate courses with a focus on using business as a force for good, integrating 28 years of industry experience in manufacturing and engineering management. Previously, he served as founding dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies for 5.5 years before returning to faculty duties in 2022.

His academic credentials include a Doctorate of Business Administration from Lawrence Technological University, an MBA from Spring Arbor University, a Bachelor of Business Administration from Eastern Michigan University, and an associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

Sprangel's research centers on humanitarian approaches to manufacturing excellence and sustainable operations. His book Humanist Manufacturing: A Humanitarian Approach to Excellence in High-Impact Plant Operations and doctoral dissertation on SOAR framework applications demonstrate his commitment to ethical business practices. He develops experiential learning models that replicate real-world industry challenges.

Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice for thought leadership in responsible manufacturing, he maintains an active presence through weekly strategy newsletters emphasizing human-centered business approaches.

His teaching portfolio spans Operations Management, Sustainable Practices in Operations & Technology, Change Management, Organizational Behavior, and Strategy across undergraduate and graduate programs, informed by extensive practical experience in machine design, plant management, and engineering leadership.