Kenneth Baker

Kenneth Baker, PhD, is a Professor at Antioch University's Graduate School of Leadership and Change. He has over 20 years of experience in higher education, serving as a Dean, Campus Executive Director, and Program Coordinator for the MBA Program. His career blends academic leadership with entrepreneurship, including owning a restaurant/sports bar, a computer company, and opening a university branch.

Education:

• PhD in Organization & Management (Leadership) from Capella University
• MBA in Management Information Systems from University of Dayton
• BS in Marketing & Management from Bowling Green State University
• Certificates from Harvard University: Leadership & Management (2025), Leading Change & Organizational Renewal (2025), Leadership Ethics & Corporate Accountability (2024), and Sustainable Business Strategy (2020)

Research Interests focus on EdTech, AI in Learning, Predictive Analytics, and Global Innovation Trends, alongside practical applications in Leadership and Change Management.

Scientific Awards & Accolades:

• Best Places to Work (Dayton Business Journal)
• PRIDE Award for Excellence
• Innovator of the Year (League for Innovation)

Teaching Statement emphasizes real-world application of theory through storytelling, interactive dialogue, and competency-driven curricula. He has taught courses such as Corporate Social Responsibility, Ethics, and Legal Issues, Sustainable Business Strategies, and Leadership and Change. His certifications include Microsoft Office Expert, World Organization of Webmasters, IC3, and FEMA Emergency Management Institute.