Michelle Tessaro

Michelle Tessaro is a Visiting Professor at Cranfield School of Management, where she contributes expertise in corporate governance and leadership. With over 20 years of senior leadership experience in finance across Canada, Europe, and Asia, she bridges academic research with practical insights in business growth and operational team-building.

• Education: Doctorate of Business Administration (Cranfield University), MBA (Richard Ivey School of Business)
• Current Roles: Visiting Professor, consultant, and non-executive director for a Canadian agri-business
• Research Focus: Diversity in leadership, particularly the impact of women on corporate boards in advancing gender equity in senior executive ranks
• Professional Affiliations: Member of the British Academy of Management, Certified Management Accountant (CMA)