Nicholas J. Beutell

Dr. Nicholas J. Beutell is a Professor of Management and former Dean of the LaPenta School of Business at Iona College. He holds a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management from Stevens Institute of Technology and is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM). His academic roles include extensive teaching in human resource management and management principles, alongside executive assessment and organizational survey consulting. Dr. Beutell's research focuses on work-family dynamics, career development, entrepreneurship, and management education innovation. He has authored/co-authored numerous books and peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing wellbeing in self-employment, generational workforce differences, and gig economy challenges. He co-edits Routledge's Human Centered Management Book Series and the Wellbeing of Women in Entrepreneurship: A Global Perspective. His editorial roles include the Journal of Managerial Psychology and special issues on occupational health psychology and South Asian work-family interfaces. He has led accreditation processes for AACSB and NCAA, blending academic leadership with practical research impact.

Education:

• Ph.D., Human Resource Management, Stevens Institute of Technology
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM)

Research Interests: Work-family synergy, entrepreneurship wellbeing, generational career differences, management education pedagogy, and neurodiversity-informed teaching practices. Recent work explores self-employment among women, pandemic impacts on entrepreneurs, and global work-life balance challenges.

Publications Trends: Over 80 publications spanning 4 decades, with a focus on work-family interface in diverse contexts (e.g., gig economy, cross-cultural comparisons). Recent articles emphasize resilience during crises, sustainability through leadership, and innovative management education techniques. His work often bridges theory with practical organizational solutions.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants listed, but his consulting and accreditation leadership demonstrate applied research influence. Extensive advisor role in special issue editing and cross-institutional collaborations.

Labs/Teams: Active in editorial boards and international research networks, including Emerald Publishing's South Asian Journal of Business Studies and Taylor & Francis' Community, Work & Family initiatives.